Code Enforcement Board Hearing (2024-07-03)

Code Enforcement Board Minutes – Draft July 3, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Board of County Commissioners Building and Code Regulation Division Commission Chambers I. CALL TO ORDER The Code Enforcement Board meeting was called to order at 9:01 a.m. by Mr. Ralph Fogg. II. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG All those present rose to pledge allegiance to the flag. III. ROLL CALL PRESENT Chairman………………………………………………………...………Mr. Ralph Fogg Vice Chair…..………………………………………………….………..Mrs. Margaret Monahan Board Members..………………………………………………………...Mr. Richard Pancoast …………………………………………………………………………...Mr. Ken Waters ……………………………………………………………………………Mr. Randy Murdock ……………………………………………………………………………Mr. Peter Spatara Board Attorney…………………………………………………….…….Mr. Jack Krieger ABSENT: Board member Mr. Wes Taylor was excused. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 5, 2024 Mr. Pancoast made a motion to accept the minutes of June 5, 2024. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. V. SWEARING IN OF STAFF MEMBERS STAFF PRESENT Assistant County Attorney…………………………………………….....Katherine Barbieri Interim Building Official…………………………………………………Mark Thornbloom Code Enforcement Supervisor…………………………………………...Danielle Williams Code Enforcement Officer ………………………………………………Mirlande Moise ……………………………………………………………………………Michael Winkler ……………………………………………………………………………Josue Guevara ……………………………………………………………………………Huascar Moreira ……………………………………………………………………………Paula Guy ……………………………………………………………………………James Glover ……………………………………………………………………………James O’Connor

2 Board Recorder………...…………………………………………………Roxann Johnson Michael Jerrahian, Danielle Williams, Mirlande Moise, Huascar Moreira, Michael Winkler, Paula Guy, Josue Guevara, James O’Connor, and James Glover were sworn in by the Board’s Secretary. VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None VII. CONSENT AGENDA Rescind Findings of Fact, Conclusion of Law and Order ___________________________________ Rescind Findings of Fact, Conclusion of Law and Order – Robert E. and Tracy L. Hochendoner – Case No. 2301- 109546 Rescind Order Imposing Fine/Lien ___________________________________________ Rescind Order Imposing Fine/Lien – Robert E. and Tracy L. Hochendoner – Case No. 2301-109546 Rescind Order Imposing Fine/Lien ___________________ Rescind Order Imposing Fine/Lien – Nieves R. Semidey – Case No. 2303-109993 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien __________________ Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Annabelle B. Glovan - Case No. 102730 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien ___________________________ Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Joshua C. & Amanda Sugg - Case No. 2303-110019 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien ___________________________ Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Nathan Cohen and Joann Parillo - Case No. 105030 Mr. Pancoast made a motion to approve and accept staff’s recommendation as presented. Mr. Taylor seconded and the motion carried unanimously. VIII. VIOLATION HEARING: The following cases were abated, removed, or withdrawn from the agenda: Case No. Location of Violation Contractor/Owner/Violator/Name 2309-112782 2701 Avenue C, Ft. Pierce Maria Prows LLC 2404-112790 2210 St Lucie Blvd., Ft. Pierce Marissa Didomenico and Vicki Seid 2404-112836 115 Riverview Dr., Jensen Beach Richard Tomaselli 2404-112772 2705 Avenue I, Ft. Pierce Gregory S and Tawonna Johnson Case No. 2404-112864 was heard first on the agenda: Case No. 2404-112864, Location of violation, 2306 N 49 th St., Ft. Pierce, FL, Property Owner, John A. Williams Jr. John A. Williams and Deidre Butler, 2306 N 49 th St., Ft. Pierce, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. The property owner’s Attorney, Robert Lewis, was also present. Officer Moise addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is submitting one (1) photo dated May 10th, 2024, three (3) photos dated June 18th, 2024, two (2) photos dated June 26th, 2024, one (1) photo dated July 1st, 2024, a copy of an active business tax receipt license for Just Transit School Bus, Inc., business location, 2306 North 49th Street, a copy of a St. Lucie County motor carrier Class A license for Just Transit School Bus, Inc., which is required in St. Lucie County for engaging in business of providing passenger transport service to the public for compensation.

3 Officer Moise stated during her first inspection of the property, she found the property located at 2306 North 49th Street in violation for Section 3.01.03J, Residential Single Family 4, to please cease storing the buses on the property, please remove. A notice of violation was issued on April 22nd, 2024, with a correction date of May 6th, 2024. After getting no compliance, a notice to appear was issued and posted on the property on June 18th, 2024, for the July 3rd, 2024, Code Board meeting. Officer Moise stated Staff has had contact with the owner and his attorney. There has been discussion in regards to the buses. Mr. Williams' attorney provided staff with three vehicle titles. When asked to inspect the vehicles to confirm that they match the vehicles on site, staff was denied access. Mr. Williams is using the residential zoned property to store his buses, used for his public service business. Giovanni, with the MV Transportation Shop, who is the foreman, specializes in commercial vehicle, is here to assist if the Board should have any questions pertaining to the buses. Chairman Fogg stated Okay. Very good. And I believe on this, the first section on this, the outside storage and such has been abated, correct? Officer Moise stated yes, it has been abated. Chairman Fogg stated so the only thing we're dealing here with today is the buses? Officer Moise stated yes, sir. Chairman Fogg stated Okay. Very good. So, sir, are you in violation or are you not? Mr. Williams stated he’s not sure. He’s not in violation. Chairman Fogg stated is that a yes or a no? Mr. Williams stated he’s not in violation. There was discussion among the Board, Staff, Mr. Williams and Ms. Butler and Attorney, Robert Lewis regarding the violation. Mr. Pancoast made a motion in reference to case number 2404-112864 that the Code Enforcement Board make the following determination after hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, recommendation of staff in regard to the existence of a violation, we determine there is no violation.. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2402-112498, Location of violation, Lot next to 8505 Immokolee Rd., Ft. Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Ski Lago LLC. Scott Holmes, 2751 Tall Pines St., Ft. Pierce, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Moreira addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is submitting three (3) photos dated November 2, 2023, two (2) photos dated June 20, 2024, and two (2) photos dated July 2, 2024. Officer Moreira stated during his inspection, she found the property located at the lot next to 8505 Immokalee Road to be in violation of Section 7.07.00, stormwater management, surface water management system has been allowed to deteriorate into a health hazard, the earthworks activities that have allegedly created this condition must be removed or corrected. Officer Moreira stated he issued a Notice of Violation letter on February 21, 2024, and give a compliance date of March 6, 2024. After getting no compliance, a certified Notice to Appear for the July 3, 2024, Code Board Meeting was issued on May 1, 2024, and posted June 20, 2024. Officer Moreira stated he has remained in contact with the owner and as of July 2, 2024, the property remains in violation.

4 Chairman Fogg stated okay. Thank you very much, sir. So, sir, are you in violation or are you not? Mr. Homes stated various stages, if you will. Chairman Fogg stated Is that a yes or no? Mr. Holmes stated he would say yes and no. There was discussion among the Board, Staff, and Mr. Holmes regarding the violations and when they will be corrected. Mr. Murdock made a motion in reference to Case No. 2402-112498 that the Code Enforcement Board continues this case to the Code Enforcement Board hearing on November 6, 2024. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. CODE 2404-112880, Location of violation, Lot next to 4906 San Diego Ave., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owners, Jackilyn D. Lee ad Terry Andre Lee. Willie James Lee, 4906 San Diego Ave., Fort Pierce, FL, was sworn in by the Board’s Secretary. Officer Moreira addressed the Board and stated for the record he is submitting two photos dated April 19, 2024, one photo dated May 9, 2024, two photos dated June 7, 2024, and one photo dated May 9, 2024. Officer Moreira stated during his inspection, he found the property located at the lot next to 4906 San Diego Avenue to be in violation of Section 8.00.03. F. Outdoor storage and recreational equipment, accessory structures such as the vehicles, etc. are not allowed on the property without a home primary structure. Please remove. Section 38.26. Abandoned property, junk, trash, and debris outside storage. Section 38.26. Abandoned property, junk, trash, and debris. Please remove or repair any unserviceable vehicles on the property. Officer Moreira stated he issued a Notice of Violation letter on April 22, 2024, and give a compliance date of May 6, 2024. After getting a Compliance Certified Notice, to appear for the July 3, 2024, Code Board meeting, was issued on June 10, 2024, and signed June 13, 2024. Officer Moreira stated he has remained in contact with the owner, as of July 2, 2024, the property remains in violation. Chairman Fogg stated Okay, you say you have been in touch with the property owner? Officer Moreira stated yes, he has. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Lee regarding the violation and when it will be corrected. Mr. Waters made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2404-112880 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by November 6, 2024, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $250.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. CODE-2406-113092, Location of violation, 620 Silverstream Cir., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Ridgecrest Mobile Home Park LLC. Doug Peterson, 19000 SW 54 th PL, Southwest Ranches, FL, and Edith Basket, 620 Silverstream Cir., Fort Pierce, FL, were sworn in by the Recording Secretary.

5 Officer Moreira addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is submitting five (5) photos date June 5, 2024 and three (3) photos dated June 14, 2024. Officer Moreira stated during his inspection, he found the property located at 620 Silverstream Circle to be in violation of Section 13.08.01, standard housing code, Section 304 exterior structure, please repair the roof, Section 305 interior structure, please repair the floor is caving in and Section 504 plumbing system and fixtures must be properly installed and maintained in working order, please repair the toilet. Officer Moreira stated he issued a Notice of Violation letter on June 6 2024 and gave a compliance date of June 10 2024 After getting a compliance certify notice to appear for July 3rd 2024 code board meeting was issued and posted on June 14 2024. Officer Moreira stated I remain in contact with the owner I was not able to conduct a follow-up inspection because the mobile home tenant was not available as of July 3rd 2024, the property remains in violation. Chairman Fogg stated All right, are you still in violation or are you not? Mr. Peterson stated yes, sir. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Peterson regarding the violation and when it will be corrected. Mr. Murdock made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2406-113092 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by November 6, 2024, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $0.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. Code-2405-113017, Location of violation, 1701 San Diego Ave., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owners, Brendon Boyce and Rita Orsogna. Brendon Boyce, 1701 San Diego Ave., Fort Pierce, FL, were sworn in by the Board’s Secretary. Officer Moreira addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is submitting three (3) photos dated May 24 2024, one (1) photo dated May 28 2024 and two (2) photos dated July the 2nd 2024. Officer Moreira stated during his inspection, he found the property located at 1701 San Diego Avenue to be in violation of section 38- 24 abandoned property roads or public lands. Please remove the shipping container from the counties right of way. Officer Moreira stated he issued a Notice a Violation later on May 24 2024 and give a compliance date of June 7 2024. After getting no compliance, a certified notice to appear for the July 3rd 2024 Code Board Meeting was issued on May 31st 2024 and posted June 20 2024. Officer Moreira stated he remained in contact with the owner and as of July the 2nd 2024 the property remains in violation. Chairman Fogg stated okay, Mr. Moe, have you been on the property with the gentleman? Have you met him there? Officer Moreira stated yes, sir. He stated he has met him several times and told him what he needs to do correct the problem according to him that he was waiting for the permit to be issued before he could pull the containers because they he's using to contain it to build a home A permit to be issued for containers to be a home. Yeah, that's what he's working on. He's building some type of home with the containers.

6 There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Boyce regarding the violation and when it will be corrected. Mr. Murdock made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2405-113017 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by November 6, 2024, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $200.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mr. Pancoast seconded and the motion carried unanimously. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Boyce regarding the violation and when it will be corrected. Mr. Waters made a motion in reference to Case No. 2403-112618 that the Code Enforcement Board continues this case to the Code Enforcement Board hearing on December 4, 2024. Mrs. Monahan seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. Code-2404-112856, Location of violation, Lot next to 1806 N 46 th St., Port St Lucie, FL, Property Owner, Frederick Green (TR). Tamekia Daniels, 2212 NW 91 st St., Miami, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Guevara addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is submitting one (1) photo dated May 20th 2024 and two (2) photos dated July 1st 2024. Officer Guevara stated the vacant lot next to 1806 North 46th Street was found in violation of Section 3.01.01 (J) parking and storing trailers and vehicles on a vacant parcel in residential zone area. A Notice of Violation letter was issued on April 19th 2024. After receiving no compliance, a Notice to Appear letter was issued on May 20th 2024 for the Code Board Hearing of July 3rd 2024. Officer Guevara stated as of his re-inspection on July 1st 2024 the property remains in violation. Chairman Fogg stated okay, are you in violation or are you not folks? Excuse me. Are you in violation? Ms. Daniels stated really no, not really because there's not much on the property. That's my property. That's not my stuff on the property. Chairman Fogg stated but it's your property. Whose stuff is it? Ms. Daniels stated it's the guy that live next door to me. But that's my house in the back. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Ms. Daniels regarding the violation and when it will be corrected. Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2404-112856 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by August 15, 2024, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $0.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mr. Pancoast seconded and the motion carried unanimously.

7 Case No. Code-2405-113033, Location of violation, Vacant Lot next to 409 Easy St., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Gabriel Lundeen. Gabriel Lundeen, 409 Easy St., Fort Pierce, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Guevara addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is submitting three (3) photos dated May 17th 2024, two (2) photos dated May 23rd 2024, three (3) photos dated June 24, 2024 and four (4) photos dated July 1 st , 2024. Officer Guevara stated the vacant lot next to 409 easy Street was filed in violation of section 3.0 1.0 3 storing of boats and equipment in an RS-3 zoned property. A Notice of Violation letter was issued on May 17th, 2024. After receiving no compliance, a Notice to Appear letter was issued on June 4th 2024 for the Code Board Hearing. Officer Guevara stated as of his final re-inspection on July 1st , 2024 the property remains in violation and just a point of note that this property has been cited in the past for the same violation It came into compliance and now I reverted back to being in violation again So it's not a repeat violation we did not cite it as a repeat, but Just want to note to the board that they were cited in the past they complied and now it reverted back. Chairman Fogg stated so you're in violation or are you not? Mr. Lundeen stated yes. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Lundeen regarding the violation and when it will be corrected. Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2405-113033 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by September 10, 2024, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $50.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. Code-2404-112907, Location of violation, 450 N Rock Rd., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Homestead Business Asset Management LLC. The property owner was not present. Officer Guevara stated the property owner has submitted a letter requesting a 90-day Continuation on the case And we have staff from planning that stated in our agenda review that they're not opposed to the extension. Mr. Murdock made a motion in reference to Case No. 2403-112618 that the Code Enforcement Board continues this case to the Code Enforcement Board hearing on October 2, 2024. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. Code-2311-112066, Location of violation, 310 Olive Ave., Port St Lucie, FL, Property Owner, GPJ Management. Dana Mesa, 9200 W Calusa Club Dr., Miami, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Guevara addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is submitting five (5) photos dated November 13th 2023 and four (4) dated July 1st , 2024. Officer Guevara stated 310 Olive Avenue was found in violation of section 3.01.03, Multifamily use in a single-family zoning. A Notice of Violation letter was issued on November 13 th , 2023, and after receiving no compliance, a Notice to Appear letter was issued on April 25th 2024 for the Code Board Hearing of July 3rd 2024. Officer Guevara stated as of today's date, July 3rd 2024 the property remains in violation. He stated he has been in contact with the property owner and the owner’s rep and they're here today to request more time. .

8 Chairman Fogg stated okay, so this has been already going on since started in November of 2023? Ms. Mesa stated yes, sir. Well, they've submitted some plans to bring the property back into compliance and the plans are being processed as we speak, but they still need more time. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Ms. Mesa regarding the violation and when it will be corrected. Mr. Spatara made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2311-112066 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by December 1, 2024, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $200.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mrs. Monahan seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. Code-2401-112327, Location of violation, 4104 Avenue O, Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Silas Quinonez Zuniga. The property owner was not present. Officer Guevara stated Staff requesting that the case be continued to the October 2 nd , 2024 Code Board Meeting they have been working with us. Mr. Murdock made a motion in reference to Case No. 2401-112327 that the Code Enforcement Board continues this case to the Code Enforcement Board hearing on October 2, 2024. Mrs. Monahan seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. Code-2405-113018, Location of violation, 1300 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Travis Sweitzer. Travis Sweitzer, 1300 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Guy addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is submitting thirteen (13) photos for dated May 14 th , 2024, two (2) photos dated May 30th 2024, two (2) photos dated June 19th 2024 and five (5) photos dated July 1st 2024. Officer Guy stated 1300 Tumbling Kling Road was found in violation of section 38-26, abandoned property junk trash and debris for prohibited outside storage and Section 38-97, prohibited acts of overgrowth of high grass and weeds. Officer Guy stated this is a citizen complaint that was received. The Notice of Violation was issued on May 14 th , 2024, with a correction date of May 28 th , 2024. The Notice to Appear for today's Board Hearing was issued on September or I'm sorry, May 31st 2024 with a delivery date that was Certified mail on June 6 2024. Officer Guy stated there's been no communication from the property owner until this morning who is present here today and would like to speak on his behalf. Chairman Fogg stated okay, sir. Are you in violation or are you not? Mr. Sweitzer stated violations stated yes, the garbage and the weeds have been tricky situation recently. As far as the garbage being strewn about the property we have been having a lot of trouble with raccoon pests destroying our garbage and whatnot. We've also been having an issue recently where the garbage company has not been collecting the cans for this reason or that reason. Each time we correct what they tell us, there's suddenly another reason why they can't seem to pick up the cans. Chairman Fogg stated okay, so you're telling us that it may not be your fault. It could be the garbage company?

9 There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Sweitzer regarding the violations and when they will be corrected. Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2405-113018 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by December 4, 2024, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $200.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. Code-2405-111943, Location of violation, 106 SE Calmoso Dr., Port St Lucie, FL, Property Owner, Daniel Patrick Williams. Daniel Patrick Williams, 6915 S Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Guevara addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is submitting eight photos dated May 3 rd , 2024, three (3) photos dated May 20th 2024 and five (5) photos dated July 1st 2024. Officer Guevara stated 106 Southeast Calmoso Drive was found in violation of Section 32-98, parking vehicles on County right-of-way 38-26, unserviceable vehicles, Section 38-26, outside storage and 8.00.03, more than two RVs such as boats and RVs on the property and Section 8.00.03, recreational vehicles such as boat not parked on paved surface in the front yard. Officer Guevara stated a Notice of violation letter was issued on May 3rd 2024 after receiving no compliance, a Notice to Appear letter was issued on May 20th 2024 for the Code Board Hearing of July 3rd 2024. Officer Guevara stated as of his final reinspection on July 1st 2024, the property remains in violation. Chairman Fogg stated okay, sir Are you in violation sir, are you not? Mr. Williams answered meaning am I guilty of a dirty home yard? I believe yes, sir. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Williams regarding the violations and when they will be corrected. Mr. Murdock made a motion in reference to Case No. CODE-2405-111943 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in this case, the testimony, and the recommendations of staff with regard to the existence of a violation that we determine the violation in fact did occur and the alleged violator committed the violation. An Order of Enforcement is warranted. If the Order of Enforcement is not complied with by June 1, 2025, a fine of up to $250.00 per day may be imposed. The cost of $0.00 has been imposed as the cost for prosecuting this case. Please take notice that on the 1st Wednesday of the month after the date given for compliance, at 9:00 am or soon thereafter, as may be heard, a Fine Hearing will be held if the violation is not abated by the given compliance date. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. The Hall was sounded and Mrs. Monahan read the name and number of the case of those not present into the record: Default Cases: Case No. Location of Violation Property Owner/Contractor/Violator______ 2404-112760 7506 Roberts Rd., Ft. Pierce BAF 3 LLC 2401-112821 5307 Bowling Green Dr., Ft. Pierce Evelyn Conrad (EST)

10 2402-113034 7651 Germany Canal Rd., Port St Lucie Humphries Family Partnership 2405-113012 1003 W 2 nd St., Ft. Pierce Patricia Farmer Mr. Waters made a motion in reference to the cases read into the record that the Code Enforcement Board enters an Order of Finding against the violator finding the violator in default and if the violator does not appear to contest the violations against him/her that the Board adopt the recommendation of staff as set forth on the agenda. Mr. Pancoast seconded and the motion carried unanimously. IX. FINE HEARING: Case No. 2310-111847, Location of violation, 507 S 33 rd St., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Jeff Biegun Holdings LLC. Attorney, Ryan Wynne, 1015 W Indian Town Rd., Jupiter, FL, was present to represent the property owner. Officer Moise addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is resubmitting three photos dated October 9th 2023 two photos dated November 28, 2023, three (3) photos dated December 19, 2023, one (1) photo dated January 2 nd , 2024. She stated she is submitting one (1) photo dated June 4, 2024 and one (1) photo dated July 1 st , 2024, two (2) photos from a previous case from the neighboring property case number 105003 taken by officer Cicio on March 15 2021, one (1) photo from a previous case from the neighboring property case number 105467 taken by herself on August 2 nd, 2021 and one (1) photo dated September 27, 2021 and the property appraisal aerials from 2021 and 2023. Officer Moise stated this case was brought to the January 3rd 2024 code board meeting for: • Section 11.05.01, building and sign permits to please obtain a permit for new structure with the metal roof, the new roofs on each of the structures on the property and for the work done to the structures. • Section 11.05.00, procedure for obtaining development permits to please obtain a zoning compliance for the business on the property. • Section 42-103, payment of tax prerequisite to engaging in business to please obtain a business tax receipt for the business. Officer Moise stated a permit for one of the roofs was issued on 2-29-24, permit # ROOFC-2402-000448. We have a couple of other permits that was issued as well. The alterations that were done to the property the structures for the stucco, those permits were issued in the windows and doors. At the January 2, 2024, code board meeting, the owner and his attorney were present. The board found the property in violation and gave a compliance date of June 1, 2024. Officer Moise stated she has had contact with the owner and his Attorney. As of July 2, 2024, the property remains in violation. Chairman Fogg stated very interesting. Thank you very much. Chairman Fogg stated tell us what's happening. Attorney, Ryan Wynne stated my client purchased a property in 2023. The prior owner was a general contractor and was advising my client that he was remedying these issues and continually telling him he was. Turns out, he really has not been. I've been in contact with Miss Moise, I've been in contact with the building department and I do think the repairs to the structure permit still have not been issued. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Attorney, Ryan Wynne regarding the case. Mr. Waters made a motion in reference to Case No. 2310-111847 that the Code Enforcement Board continues this case to the Code Enforcement Board hearing on December 4, 2024. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously.

11 Companion cases: 2 & 3 Case No. 2305-110756, Location of violation, 6900 Heritage Dr. Port St Lucie, FL, Property Owner, SLBT Land Holdings LLC. Brandon Maxwell, 5500 Orang Ave., Fort Pierce, FL and Lloyd Constance, 2706 Atlantic Ave., Fort Pierce, FL were sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Case No. 2305-110515, Location of violation, 6900 Heritage Dr. Port St Lucie, FL, Tenant, BMAX Tuning. Brandon Maxwell, 5500 Orang Ave., Fort Pierce, FL and Lloyd Constance, 2706 Atlantic Ave., Fort Pierce, FL were sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Guy addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is resubmitting resubmitting 12 photos. Two photos are dated April 20th, 2023 Nine interior photos dated May 5th, 2023 and one photo dated December 4th 2023 new photos submitted are as follows nine photos two dated March 2nd 2024 and seven interior photos dated July 1st 2024. Officer Guy stated 6900 Heritage Drive was found in violation of section 11.0 501, the installation of the dynameter staircase erected in a garage bay restoration of a door removal of a rated wall for tenant separation and alterations for use of a second floor that was installed for storage are required to obtain permits. Officer Guy stated this case was presented at the December 6 2023 Code Board Hearing, the tenant was present at the hearing and the Board granted a compliance date for the corrections to be completed by June 5 th , 2024. There is a permit BLDC 2307-001512 that has been applied for in July of 2023 for the stair installation which remains under review the tenant has been in constant communication with me in regards to the Code Enforcement Case and he is present here to speak today and also has obtained the contractor to come in to speak on the behalf of the violations as well. Chairman Fogg stated okay. Thank you very much. You have got a very nice-looking place inside. There was discussion among the Board, Staff, Mr. Maxwell and Mr. Constance regarding the case. Mr. Spatara made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2305-110756 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting September 2, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $10,000.00. An additional prosecution cost of $200 has been imposed. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Spatara made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2305-110515 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting September 2, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $10,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2309-111632, Location of violation, 275 W Coker Rd., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Perfect Freight Inc. Yassel Valdez, 275 W Coker Rd., Fort Pierce, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Moise addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is resubmitting two (2) photos dated September 11th 2023, one (1) photo dated September 15 th , 2023, three (3) photos dated January 30th 2024, two (2) photos dated February 5 th , 2024, two (2) photos dated February 26, 2024, one (1) photo dated March 4 th , 2024. She is submitting one (1) photo dated June 7 th , 2024 and one (1) photo dated July 1st 2024.

12 Officer Moise stated this case was brought to the February 7th 2024 code board meeting for section 11.05 0.01 building and sign permits to please obtain a permit for the small structure on the south side of the property Section 11 0.00 0.05 procedure for obtaining Development permits to please obtain a zoning compliance for the business on the property The owner was present and the board made a decision to continue the case to the March 6 2024 code board meeting. Officer Moise stated at the March 6 2024 Code Board Meeting the owner was present the Board found the property in violation and gave a compliance date of June 5, 2024, permit number BLDR -2310-004686 was filed on October 18, 2023 by the owner; however, the permit was denied a licensed contractor is needed to pull the permit. In addition, the current business use is not allowed in AG-1 zoning. Therefore, the owner needs to cease operation. Officer Moise stated she has had contact with the owner. The owner has also been in contact with other staff members in the planning department and as of July 1 st , 2024, the property remains in violation. Chairman Fogg stated Thank you very much. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Valdez regarding the case. Mr. Waters made a motion in reference to Case No. 2309-111632 that the Code Enforcement Board continues this case to the Code Enforcement Board hearing on March 5, 2025. Mr. Spatara seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2310-111936, Location of violation, 1602 N 39 th St., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Cloverlawn Ave Orlando LLC. The property owner was not present. Officer Moise addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is resubmitting three (3) photos dated July 12 2023 from previous case number 111053, three (3) photos dated, October 3 rd , 2023, four (4) photos dated, February 25th 2024, and one (1) photo dated March 4 th , 2024. She is submitting six (6) photos dated May 10, 2024, one (1) photo dated June 7, 2024, two (2) photos dated June 11, 2024, five (5) photos dated June 18, 2024 and four (4) photos dated June 28 2024. Officer Moise stated this case was brought to the March 6, 2024 Code Board Meeting for section 13.08.01, standard housing code, section 304.13.2, Openable windows, Every window shall be easily openable and capable of being held in position by window hardware, please obtain a permit to make the windows openable. Officer Moise stated at the March 6, 2024 Code Board Meeting the owners maintenance personnel was present The board found the property in violation and gave a compliance date of June 5 th , 2024. Officer Moise stated she has had contact with the owner and as of July 3 rd , 2024 the property remains in violation. Mr. Spatara made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2310-111936 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting June 6, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $10,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2401-112273, Location of violation, 2481 Johnston Rd., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, David Baquero. The property owners were not present. Officer Moreira addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is resubmitting three photos dated January 9th 2024 to follow date April 23rd 2024.

13 Officer Moreira stated this case was brought to the May 1 st , 2024 Code Board Meeting for section 8.00.03 (f), outdoor storage of recreation equipment, accessory structures such as the shed and RV are not allowed on their property with a without a home or primary structure, please remove the shed and the RV from the property, section 11.05.01, Building without a permit, please obtain a permit for the shed. Officer Moreira stated at the May 1 st , 2024, Code Board Meeting the owner was not present. The case was found in default and given a compliance date of June 7, 2024 and there is no permit filed for the shed at this time. Officer Moreira stated he has remained in contact with the owner. The last time the property was inspected was on April the 23rd 2024 because the property owner refused to grant him access. As of July 2 nd, 2024 the property remains in violation. Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2402-112544 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting June 8, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $10,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2403-112617, Location of violation, 2311 St Lucie Blvd., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Infinite Network Solutions LLC. Contractor, Joseph Agate, 3101 W End Blvd., Jensen Beach, FL, was sworn in by the Recording Secretary. Officer Moreira addressed the Board and stated for the record, he is resubmitting March 8 2024 one for the date of March 12 2024 five photos dated March the 15th 2024 provided by Jamie Moran, Specialist Tech from the Florida Department of Health and to follow data April 29 2024. Officer Moreira stated this case was brought to the May 1st 2024 Code Board Meeting for section 11.05.01, building and sign permits, please obtain a permit for the plumbing work on the rear of the property. Officer Moreira stated at the May 1 st , 2024 Code Board Meeting the owner was not present, the case was found in default and given compliance date of June 7 2024. There's no permit on file at this time. Officer Moriera stated he has remained in contact with the owner and as of July 2 nd, 2024, the property remains in violation. There was discussion among the Board, Staff and Mr. Agate regarding the case. Mr. Waters made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2403-112617 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting October 2, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $10,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2402-112510, Location of violation, 2906 Avenue R., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, James Richardson. The property owner was not present. Officer Moise addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is two photos dated February 21st 2024 two photos dated March 11 th , 2024 one (1) photo dated April 15 th , 2024, one (1) photo dated April 29 th , 2024, one (1) photo dated June 10 th , 2024, and one (1) photo dated July 1 st , 2024.

14 Officer Moise stated this case was brought before the May 1st 2024 Code Board Meeting for section 38-26 for outside storage. At the May 1 st , 2024 Code Board Meeting the owner was not present. The case was found in default and given a compliance date of June 7th, 2024. Officer Moise stated she has had no contact with the owner and as of July 1st, 2024, the property remains in violation. Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2402-112510 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting June 8, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $5,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Spatara made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2402-112510 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: after hearing the facts in this case, the testimony and the recommendation of staff with regard to the existence of a violation, we determine the condition caused by the violation presents a serious threat to the public health, safety and welfare and staff is directed to notify the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners of these conditions. Mr. Murdock seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2402-112485, Location of violation, 2906 Avenue R., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, James Richardson. The property owner was not present. Officer Moise addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is submitting three (3) photos dated February 16 th , 2024, two (2) photos dated March 8 th , 2024, three (3) photos dated April 15 th , 2024, two (2) photos dated April 29 th , 2024, one (1) photo dated June 10 th , 2024 and one (1) photo dated July 1 st , 2024. Officer Moise stated this case was brought before the May 1 st , 2024 Code Board Meeting for section 38-97 prohibited acts for out for overgrowth at the May 1 st , 2024 Code Board Meeting the owner was not present. The case was found in default and given a compliance date of June 7th 2024. Officer Moise stated she has had no contact with the owner and as of July 1st, 2024, the property remains in violation. Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2402-112485 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting June 8, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $5,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Waters seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2402-112485 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: after hearing the facts in this case, the testimony and the recommendation of staff with regard to the existence of a violation, we determine the condition caused by the violation presents a serious threat to the public health, safety and welfare and staff is directed to notify the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners of these conditions. Mr. Spatara seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Case No. 2402-112441, Location of violation, Lot next to 3552 Avenue S, Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owner, Juan Carlos Vasquez Canto. The property owner was not present.

15 Officer Moise addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is submitting two (2) photos dated February 6, 2024, one (1) photo dated April 29, 2024, one (1) photo dated June 10 th , 2024, one (1) photo dated July 1 st , 2024 and a copy of the property appraisers Aerial which shows what the property looked like before the removal of the vegetation. Officer Moise stated this case was brought before the May 1 st , 2024 Code Board Meeting for section 11.05.06, Notice of vegetation removal application, to please obtain a permit for the vegetation removed. Officer Moise stated at the May 1 st , 2024 Code Board Meeting the owner was not present. The case was found in default and given a compliance date of June 7th 2024. Officer Moise stated she has had no contact with the owner and as of July 3rd 2024 the property remains in violation Mrs. Monahan made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2402-112441 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting June 8, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $5,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Spatara seconded and the motion carried. Mr. Waters opposed the motion. Case No. 2402-112543, Location of violation, 231 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce, FL, Property Owners, Forest E. Grose II and Forest Grose. The property owners were not present. Officer Guy addressed the Board and stated for the record, she is submitting eight (8) photos taken by herself, one is dated March 1st, 2024, one (1) is dated March 19 th , 2024, one (1) dated April 22 nd, 2024, two (2) dated April 29th, 2024 and two (2) dated July 1st, 2024. Officer Guy stated 231 Tumblin Kling Road was found in violation of Section 13.08.01, Section 304.7, Requirement for roofs to be on weathertight. Officer Guy stated at the Code Board Hearing on May 1 st , the owner was not present, and the case defaulted giving the owners a correction date by June 7th 2024. Officer Guy stated she has had communication from the owner that took place on May 9th advising he will work on the corrections. No corrections have been done and no further communication has been able to be established since that date. As of today’s date, the property remains in violation. Mr. Spatara made a motion in reference to Case No. Code 2402-112543 that the Code Enforcement Board makes the following determination: After hearing the facts in the case, the testimony, and the report of staff that the violation still exists, after considering the gravity of the violation, the actions if any taken by the violator to correct the violation and any previous violations, we make the following determination: A fine of $250.00 per day shall be imposed for each day the violation exists starting June 8, 2024 with a maximum fine not to exceed $10,000.00. No additional prosecution cost has been imposed. Mr. Pancoast seconded and the motion carried unanimously. X. REPEAT VIOLATION HEARING: None. XI. REHEARING OR RECONSIDERATION: None. XII. FINE REDUCTION HEARING: None. XIII. OTHER BUSINESS: None.

16 XIV. STAFF BUSINESS: Introduction of New Building Official – Michael Jerrahain Building and Code Manager, Monica Graziani, introduced the new Building Official, Michael Jerrahain to the Board. Building Official, Michael Jerrahain, addressed the Board and stated he has been a building official for Last three or four years. He was with a private company where he was running like four or five different jurisdictions. He stated it is nice to be in one place. ADJOURN: The meeting was adjourned at 12:15 p.m.