10/24/2012
MUNICIPAL CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF CLEARWATER
October 24, 2012
Present: Michael Boutzoukas Chair
Duane Schultz Vice-Chair
Sheila Cole Board Member
James E. Strickland Board Member
Sue A. Johnson Board Member
Michael J. Riordon Board Member
Wayne Carothers Board Member
Also Present: Andy Salzman Attorney for the Board
Camilo Soto Assistant City Attorney
Nicole Sprague Secretary to the Board
Patricia O. Sullivan Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
The Chair outlined the procedures and stated any aggrieved party may appeal a final
administrative order of the Municipal Code Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court of Pinellas
County within thirty days of the execution of the order. Florida Statute 286.0105 requires any
party appealing a decision of this Board to have a record of the proceedings.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – September 26, 2012
Member Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the regular Municipal Code
Enforcement Board meeting of September 26, 2012, as submitted in written summation to each
board member. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
3.1 Case 26-12 – Cont’d from 6/27/12
First M Corp Defined Benefit Pension Plan & Trust (Status Report
708 Chestnut Street
Exterior Surfaces – Weaver
Property owner Sue Minkoff was present.
Inspector Mary Jo Weaver presented property photographs of 708 Chestnut Street taken
on October 23, 2012, that showed no correction of the violation had occurred; front, rear, and
side exterior surfaces are dirty with mold or mildew and have faded and peeling paint. Code
Compliance Manager Terry Teunis requested that the board order compliance by a date certain;
the City originally recommended compliance by July 31, 2012 or a fine of $200 per day be
imposed.
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Ms. Minkoff said she had a contract to sell the property for the development of a major
chain store but European Equities had withdrawn from the project. She requested additional time
for the group of reorganized investors to complete the project.
Chris Logan, with Paradise Ventures, said the new development group continues to work
with the City and chain store on the project’s site plan. He said the application should be ready for
submission to the City by December 1, 2012, to be heard by the CDB (Community Development
Board) in February 2013.
Discussion ensued with concerns expressed that the proposed project may never occur
and the property, which is on a major City corridor and out of compliance for a long time, needs a
coat of paint. It was noted the seller has little control over the redevelopment project.
Consensus was for staff to schedule a Status Check on December 19, 2012.
Member Riordon moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to correct the
violation on or before February 27, 2013. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the Board may order a fine of $200 per day for each day the violation continues to
exist. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
This case came before the City of Clearwater Code Enforcement Board on June 27 and
October 24, 2012, after due notice to the Respondent(s), and having heard testimony under
oath and received evidence, the Board issues the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of
Law, and Order:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Based upon the testimony and evidence received, it is evident that exterior surfaces
have faded and peeling paint and are dirty with mold or mildew. The Respondent(s) was/were
present.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
3-1502.B
The Respondent(s) is/are in violation of the City of Clearwater Code Section ,
as referred in the Affidavit in this case.
ORDER
It is the Order of the Board that the Respondent(s) shall comply with said Section(s) of
the City of Clearwater Community Development Code by February 27, 2013. If Respondent(s)
does/do not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine of $200.00 per day for
each day the violation continues to exist. Upon complying with said Section(s) of the Code, the
Respondent(s) shall notify Inspector Mary Jo Weaver, who shall inspect the property and notify
the Board of compliance. If the Respondent(s) fails/fail to comply within the time specified, a
certified copy of the Order imposing the fine may be recorded in the Public Records of Pinellas
County, Florida, and once recorded shall constitute a lien against any real property owned by
the Respondent(s), pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes.
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Any aggrieved party may petition the Board to reconsider or rehear any Board Order
resulting from a public hearing. A petition for rehearing must be made in writing and filed with
the Board Secretary no later than thirty days after the execution of the Order and prior to the
filing of any appeal. Upon receipt of the petition, the Board will consider whether or not to
reconsider or rehear the case. The Board will not hear oral argument or evidence in
determining whether to grant the petition to reconsider or rehear.
Any aggrieved party may appeal a final administrative Order of the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court of Pinellas County within thirty (30) days of the
execution of the Order. Florida Statute 286.0105 requires any party appealing a decision of this
Board to have a record of the proceedings.
DONE AND ORDERED
this 24th day of October 2012, at Clearwater, Pinellas County,
Florida.
3.2 Case 06-12 – Cont’d from 7/25/12
Dimitrios Kapetanopoulos (Status Report)
705 Court Street
Exterior Surfaces – Schaar
Assistant City Attorney Camilo Soto reported the attorney for property owner Dimitrios
Kapetanopoulos had rescinded the request for a fine reduction.
No action was taken.
3.3 Case 45-12 – Continue to 11/28/12
David Ganglehoff
400 N. Garden Avenue
Inoperative Vehicle/Maintenance of Abutting Rights-of-Way – Franco
Item 45-12 was continued automatically to November 28, 2012.
3.4 Case 46-12 – Continue to 11/28/12
TSETSE LLC
314 N. Garden Avenue
Inoperative Vehicle/Fences & Walls – Franco
Item 46-12 was continued automatically to November 28, 2012.
3.5 Case 47-12
Eric D. & Renee A. Parks
714 S. Ft. Harrison Avenue
Abandoned Building – Schaar
No one was present to represent the owner.
Inspector Shelby Schaar provided a PowerPoint presentation. A notice of violation was
issued on June 27, 2012, following the first inspection. Violations at 714 S. Ft. Harrison Avenue
relate to a public nuisance condition and abandoned building. Property photographs on
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September 4 and October 23, 2012 showed an overgrown lot and abandoned building with a
dislodged electrical box hanging from an exterior wall, mismatched paint, a collapsed ceiling,
and inside floors covered with debris. Since July 2011, the City has had to hire contractors on
five occasions to clear overgrowth on the property; a lien was filed each time. She has not
spoken to the property owner for several years; the property owners have not responded to City
correspondence or taken action to address Code violations.
Member Schultz moved to find the Respondent(s) in violation of the City of Clearwater
Code of Ordinances as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
Inspector Schaar recommended compliance by December 24, 2012 or a fine of $250 per
day be imposed.
David Martens said this building, at the entrance to Harbor Oaks, is an eyesore and
requested that the City bring it into compliance.
Assistant City Attorney Camilo Soto submitted composite exhibits.
Member Schultz moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to correct the
violation on or before December 19, 2012. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the Board may order a fine of $250 per day for each day the violation continues to
exist. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
This case came before the City of Clearwater Code Enforcement Board on October 24,
2012, after due notice to the Respondent(s), and having heard testimony under oath and
received evidence, the Board issues the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and
Order:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Based upon the testimony and evidence received, it is evident that the building has been
abandoned, a dislodged electrical box hangs from an exterior wall, the lot is overgrown, a ceiling
has collapsed, and inside floors are covered with debris. The Respondent(s) was/were not
present.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
3-
The Respondent(s) is/are in violation of the City of Clearwater Code Section(s)
1503.B.1 and 3-1503.B.2
, as referred in the Affidavit in this case.
ORDER
It is the Order of the Board that the Respondent(s) shall comply with said Section(s) of
the City of Clearwater Community Development Code by December 19, 2012. If Respondent(s)
does/do not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine of $250.00 per day for
each day the violation continues to exist. Upon complying with said Section(s) of the Code, the
Respondent(s) shall notify Inspector Shelby Schaar, who shall inspect the property and notify
the Board of compliance. If the Respondent(s) fails/fail to comply within the time specified, a
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certified copy of the Order imposing the fine may be recorded in the Public Records of Pinellas
County, Florida, and once recorded shall constitute a lien against any real property owned by
the Respondent(s), pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes.
Any aggrieved party may petition the Board to reconsider or rehear any Board Order
resulting from a public hearing. A petition for rehearing must be made in writing and filed with
the Board Secretary no later than thirty days after the execution of the Order and prior to the
filing of any appeal. Upon receipt of the petition, the Board will consider whether or not to
reconsider or rehear the case. The Board will not hear oral argument or evidence in
determining whether to grant the petition to reconsider or rehear.
Any aggrieved party may appeal a final administrative Order of the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court of Pinellas County within thirty (30) days of the
execution of the Order. Florida Statute 286.0105 requires any party appealing a decision of this
Board to have a record of the proceedings.
DONE AND ORDERED
this 24th day of October 2012, at Clearwater, Pinellas County,
Florida.
3.6 Case 48-12
Clearwater Espacio Dev LLC
1100 Cleveland Street
Abandoned Building – Schaar
Attorney Katherine O’Donniley was present to represent the property owner.
Inspector Shelby Schaar provided a PowerPoint presentation. A notice of violation was
issued on July 18, 2012, following the first inspection. Violations at 1100 Cleveland Street relate
to a public nuisance condition and abandoned buildings. Property photographs on September
4, 2012, showed debris and portalets on the job site and an abandoned and gutted high rise and
partially constructed 2-story buildings. Property photographs on October 24, 2012 showed the
unkempt construction site, a tidied job site, and the abandoned partially constructed buildings.
The contractor withdrew from the site in January 2011. All permits have expired. The site
requires regular maintenance.
Attorney O’Donniley admitted to the violation.
Member Cole moved to find the Respondent(s) in violation of the City of Clearwater
Code of Ordinances as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
Inspector Schaar recommended compliance by November 1, 2013, or a fine of $250 per
day be imposed.
Discussion ensued with concerns expressed that the fence is not secured, the
construction site has vagrant activity, is overgrown, strewn with debris, and has had a negative
impact on the East Gateway area for many years. It was commented that the City already
granted many extensions and the recommended time for compliance is too lengthy.
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Inspector Schaar said staff will follow normal protocol to maintain the site. Attorney Soto
said the Building Official will take necessary actions if the site becomes a public nuisance.
Attorney O’Donniley said the property’s representative in Miami takes City concerns
seriously; the property owner is in Spain. She proposed a one-year time frame to market the
buildings and restart the project.
Attorney Soto submitted composite exhibits.
It was requested that the City monitor the construction site for lapsed maintenance.
Member Schultz moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to correct the
violation on or before April 23, 2013. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the Board may order a fine of $250 per day for each day the violation continues to
exist. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
This case came before the City of Clearwater Code Enforcement Board on October 24,
2012, after due notice to the Respondent(s), and having heard testimony under oath and
received evidence, the Board issues the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and
Order:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Based upon the testimony and evidence received, it is evident that a public nuisance
condition exists and the gutted high rise and partially constructed buildings have been
abandoned. A representative of the Respondent(s) was present.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
33-
The Respondent(s) is/are in violation of the City of Clearwater Code Section(s)
1503.B.1 & 3-1503.B.2
, as referred in the Affidavit in this case.
ORDER
It is the Order of the Board that the Respondent(s) shall comply with said Section(s) of
the City of Clearwater Community Development Code by April 24, 2013. If Respondent(s)
does/do not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine of $250.00 per day for
each day the violation continues to exist. Upon complying with said Section(s) of the Code, the
Respondent(s) shall notify Inspector Shelby Schaar, who shall inspect the property and notify
the Board of compliance. If the Respondent(s) fails/fail to comply within the time specified, a
certified copy of the Order imposing the fine may be recorded in the Public Records of Pinellas
County, Florida, and once recorded shall constitute a lien against any real property owned by
the Respondent(s), pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes.
Any aggrieved party may petition the Board to reconsider or rehear any Board Order
resulting from a public hearing. A petition for rehearing must be made in writing and filed with
the Board Secretary no later than thirty days after the execution of the Order and prior to the
filing of any appeal. Upon receipt of the petition, the Board will consider whether or not to
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reconsider or rehear the case. The Board will not hear oral argument or evidence in
determining whether to grant the petition to reconsider or rehear.
Any aggrieved party may appeal a final administrative Order of the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court of Pinellas County within thirty (30) days of the
execution of the Order. Florida Statute 286.0105 requires any party appealing a decision of this
Board to have a record of the proceedings.
DONE AND ORDERED
this 24th day of October 2012, at Clearwater, Pinellas County,
Florida.
3.7 Case 49-12
Riviera Motel LLC
217 Coronado Drive
Public Nuisance Condition – O’Neil
John Rudman was present to represent the owner; he said his family owns the LLC and
has owned the property for 22 years.
Inspector Corey O’Neil provided a PowerPoint presentation. A notice of violation was
issued on July 11, 2012, following the first inspection. Violations at 217 Coronado Drive relate
to the open-air swimming pool, which is a public nuisance. Property photographs on August 9
and September 4, 2012, showed a fenced, hazardous swimming pool with unfiltered green
water and surface scum. Property photographs on October 24, 2012, showed the water is
clearing but dirt and scum remain visible on a portion of the pool walls and water surface.
Mr. Rudman admitted to the violation, stating he is working to rectify the problem.
Member Cole moved to find the Respondent(s) in violation of the City of Clearwater
Code of Ordinances as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
Inspector O’Neil recommended compliance by November 24, 2012 or a fine of $150 per
day be imposed.
Assistant City Attorney Camilo Soto submitted composite exhibits.
Member Riordon moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to correct the
violation on or before November 24, 2012. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the Board may order a fine of $150 per day for each day the violation continues to
exist. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
This case came before the City of Clearwater Code Enforcement Board on October 24,
2012, after due notice to the Respondent(s), and having heard testimony under oath and
received evidence, the Board issues the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and
Order:
FINDINGS OF FACT
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Based upon the testimony and evidence received, it is evident that the swimming pool is
unmaintained and has scum visible on the surface of the water and on pool walls. A
representative of the Respondent(s) was present.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1503.A,
The Respondent(s) is/are in violation of the City of Clearwater Code Section(s)
3-1503.B.1, 3-1503.B.5, and 3-1503.B.9
, as referred in the Affidavit in this case.
ORDER
It is the Order of the Board that the Respondent(s) shall comply with said Section(s) of
the City of Clearwater Community Development Code by November 24, 2012. If Respondent(s)
does/do not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine of $150.00 per day for
each day the violation continues to exist. Upon complying with said Section(s) of the Code, the
Respondent(s) shall notify Inspector Corey O’Neil, who shall inspect the property and notify the
Board of compliance. If the Respondent(s) fails/fail to comply within the time specified, a
certified copy of the Order imposing the fine may be recorded in the Public Records of Pinellas
County, Florida, and once recorded shall constitute a lien against any real property owned by
the Respondent(s), pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes.
Any aggrieved party may petition the Board to reconsider or rehear any Board Order
resulting from a public hearing. A petition for rehearing must be made in writing and filed with
the Board Secretary no later than thirty days after the execution of the Order and prior to the
filing of any appeal. Upon receipt of the petition, the Board will consider whether or not to
reconsider or rehear the case. The Board will not hear oral argument or evidence in
determining whether to grant the petition to reconsider or rehear.
Any aggrieved party may appeal a final administrative Order of the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court of Pinellas County within thirty (30) days of the
execution of the Order. Florida Statute 286.0105 requires any party appealing a decision of this
Board to have a record of the proceedings.
DONE AND ORDERED
this 24th day of October 2012, at Clearwater, Pinellas County,
Florida.
3.8 Case 50-12
Riviera Motel LLC
217 Coronado Drive
Exterior Surfaces – O’Neil
John Rudman was present to represent the owner.
Inspector Corey O’Neil provided a PowerPoint presentation. A notice of violation was
issued on July 28, 2012, following the first inspection. Violations at 217 Coronado Drive relate
to exterior surfaces. Property photographs on August 9 and September 4, 2012, showed holes
in the overhang, falling and missing soffit, and rotted fascia. Property photographs on October
24, 2012, showed an attempt had been made to block a hole in the overhang. Mr. O’Neil spoke
with Mr. Rudman regarding repair requirements.
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Mr. Rudman admitted to the violation.
Member Strickland moved to find the Respondent(s) in violation of the City of Clearwater
Code of Ordinances as referred to in the affidavit in this case. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
Inspector O’Neil recommended compliance by November 24, 2012 or a fine of $150 per
day be imposed.
Mr. Rudman said he was unaware of the violations until last week. He requested 60
days to make repairs due to family health problems and other responsibilities. In response to a
question, he said the loss of parking needs to be rectified before the motel can reopen.
Attorney Soto submitted composite exhibits.
Member Schultz moved to enter an order requiring the Respondent to correct the
violation on or before December 19, 2012. If the Respondent does not comply within the time
specified, the Board may order a fine of $150 per day for each day the violation continues to
exist. The motion was duly seconded.
Staff opposed extending the compliance date. It was felt the property should be repaired
sooner due to its location near Beach Walk.
Upon the vote being taken, Members Schultz, Strickland, Johnson, Riordon, Carothers
.
and Chair Boutzoukas voted “Aye”; Member Cole voted “Nay.” Motion carried
This case came before the City of Clearwater Code Enforcement Board on October 24,
2012, after due notice to the Respondent(s), and having heard testimony under oath and
received evidence, the Board issues the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and
Order:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Based upon the testimony and evidence received, it is evident that fascia is rotted with
holes and soffits are fallen and missing. A representative of the Respondent(s) was present.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
3-1502.B
The Respondent(s) is/are in violation of the City of Clearwater Code Section ,
as referred in the Affidavit in this case.
ORDER
It is the Order of the Board that the Respondent(s) shall comply with said Section(s) of
the City of Clearwater Community Development Code by December 19, 2012. If Respondent(s)
does/do not comply within the time specified, the Board may order a fine of $150.00 per day for
each day the violation continues to exist. Upon complying with said Section(s) of the Code, the
Respondent(s) shall notify Inspector Corey O’Neil, who shall inspect the property and notify the
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Board of compliance. If the Respondent(s) fails/fail to comply within the time specified, a
certified copy of the Order imposing the fine may be recorded in the Public Records of Pinellas
County, Florida, and once recorded shall constitute a lien against any real property owned by
the Respondent(s), pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes.
Any aggrieved party may petition the Board to reconsider or rehear any Board Order
resulting from a public hearing. A petition for rehearing must be made in writing and filed with
the Board Secretary no later than thirty days after the execution of the Order and prior to the
filing of any appeal. Upon receipt of the petition, the Board will consider whether or not to
reconsider or rehear the case. The Board will not hear oral argument or evidence in
determining whether to grant the petition to reconsider or rehear.
Any aggrieved party may appeal a final administrative Order of the Municipal Code
Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court of Pinellas County within thirty (30) days of the
execution of the Order. Florida Statute 286.0105 requires any party appealing a decision of this
Board to have a record of the proceedings.
DONE AND ORDERED
this 24th day of October 2012, at Clearwater, Pinellas County,
Florida.
3.9 Case 51-12 – Continue to11/28/12
1822 Drew LLC
1822 Drew Street
Exterior Surfaces – Phillips
Item 51-12 was continued automatically to November 28, 2012
3.10 Case 34-12 – Cont’d from 7/25, 8/22, 9/26, & 10/24/12 –Continue to 11/28/12
Josee Goudreault & Dana T. Redd
1825 Venetian Point Drive
Fences & Walls – Franco
Item 34-12 was continued automatically to November 28, 2012
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4.1 Case 40-12 Affidavit of Non-Compliance
Paula Charles Est.
713 Karlyn Drive
Public Nuisance/Door & Window Openings – Phillips
4.2 Case 65-11 Affidavit of Compliance
Allen A. George
831 Eldorado Avenue
Residential Rental Business Tax Receipt – McMahan
4.3 Case 10-12 Affidavit of Compliance
US Bank Natl Assn Tre.
510 N. Garden Avenue
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Abandoned Building/Public Nuisance Condition – Franco
4.4 Case 13-12 Affidavit of Compliance
Cleveland Plaza LTD
1213 Cleveland Street
Exterior Surfaces – Weaver
4.5 Case 17-12 Affidavit of Compliance
LOM Inc.
311 S. Gulfview Boulevard
Banners & Flags/Attached Signs/Window Signs – Weaver
4.6 Case 20-12 Affidavit of Compliance
Hickory Grove Condo Assn Inc
9 Turner Street
Roof Maintenance - Schaar
Member Schultz moved to accept the Affidavits of Compliance for Cases 65-11, 10-12,
13-12, 17-12, and 20-12 and to accept the Affidavit of Non-Compliance and issue the Order
imposing fines for Case 40-12. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.1 Case 45-07 – Request for Fine Reduction
John W. Gray
204 Pennsylvania Avenue
Lot Clearing/Exterior Surfaces/Exterior Storage – Franco
Rebecca Dempsey, representing the property owner, said she spent more than $1,000
to bring the property into compliance and intends to sell it. She requested that the fine be
reduced to administrative costs.
Inspector Peggy Franco said the property is in compliance. Mr. Teunis reported that
administrative costs total $4,761.70.
Member Riordon moved to enter an order reducing the fine for Case 45-07 to
administration costs of $4,761.70, payable within 60 days or the lien will revert to its original
amount. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The Municipal Code Enforcement Board has considered the Respondent’s request for
reconsideration of fine at a hearing held on October 24, 2012, and based upon the evidence
presented, enters the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order.
After considering the request for reduction of fine filed by the Respondent(s) and
considering that the property is now in compliance, it is evident that a reduction in fine is
appropriate in the above-referenced case.
It is the Order of this Board that the fine previously imposed in the Order of the Board
dated June 25, 2008, as recorded in O.R. Book 16306, Pages 1570-1578, of the public records
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of Pinellas County, Florida, is hereby reduced to administration costs of $4,761.70 payable to
the Petitioner within 60 days of the date of this Order. If the reduced fine is not paid within the
time specified in this Order, a lien in the original amount of $262,950.00 shall be recorded in the
public records of Pinellas County, Florida.
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DONE AND ORDERED
this 24 day of October 2012, at Clearwater, Pinellas County,
Florida.
5.2 Case 02-12 – Request for Fine Reduction
Circle K
1502 S. Belcher Road
Abandoned Signs/Non-Conforming Signs – Weaver
Edward Giunta, Circle K Director of Real Estate, Florida Region, apologized for the
violation. He said the subject property was sold. He requested that the fine be reduced to
administrative costs
Mr. Teunis said the site has been redeveloped and reported administrative costs total
$1,563.70.
Member Riordon moved to enter an order reducing the fine for Case 02-12 to
administration costs of $1,563.70, payable within 30 days or the lien will revert to its original
amount. The motion was duly seconded. Members Schultz, Strickland, Johnson, Riordon,
.
Carothers and Chair Boutzoukas voted “Aye”; Member Cole voted “Nay.” Motion carried
The Municipal Code Enforcement Board has considered the Respondent’s request for
reconsideration of fine at a hearing held on October 24, 2012, and based upon the evidence
presented, enters the following Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order.
After considering the request for reduction of fine filed by the Respondent(s) and
considering that the property is now in compliance, it is evident that a reduction in fine is
appropriate in the above-referenced case.
It is the Order of this Board that the fine previously imposed in the Order of the Board
dated June 27, 2012, as recorded in O.R. Book 17748, Pages 1313-1314, of the public records
of Pinellas County, Florida, is hereby reduced to administration costs of $1,563.70 payable to
the Petitioner within 30 days of the date of this Order. If the reduced fine is not paid within the
time specified in this Order, a lien in the original amount of $35,400.00 shall be recorded in the
public records of Pinellas County, Florida.
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DONE AND ORDERED
this 24 day of October 2012, at Clearwater, Pinellas County,
Florida.
5.3 Case 17-12 – Lien Cancellation
LOM Inc.
311 S. Gulfview Boulevard
Banners & Flags/Attached Signs in Non-Residential Districts/Signage w/o
Permits/Window Signs – Weaver
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Mr. Teunis said Affidavits of Compliance and Non-Compliance were filed on the same
date. No fine was imposed. Attorney Soto said staff felt it prudent to request the board to
cancel the fine of $0.
Member Schultz moved to cancel the lien of record for Case 17-12. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
6. NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN FILINGS:
Fadil, Xhemile & Valon Topalli PNU2012-00911
1004 N. Betty Lane
10-29-15-26550-007-0071 $452.98
Carter, W Miles Tre PNU2012-00569
1109 N. Betty Lane
10-29-15-69048-005-0090 $571.06
Carter, W Miles Tre PNU2012-00570
1115 N. Betty Lane
10-29-15-69048-005-0100 $283.75
30 Days Real Estate Corp Tre PNU2012-00902
1140 Palm Bluff Street
10-29-15-33552-006-0520 $343.76
Reginaldo Quiroz PNU2012-00899
1655 Palmetto Street
11-29-15-00903-000-0580 $430.99
Home Dream R E Inc. PNU2012-00876
802 N. Jefferson Avenue
10-29-15-18450-002-0010 $508.60
Gregory & Eric Gainer & PNU2012-00879
Rocco Sanders
1205 N. Garden Avenue $300.55
09-29-15-64566-000-0190
Salvatore Dodaro Jr PNU2012-00554
1009 Woodlawn Street
22-29-15-07938-004-0010 $495.40
Trust No 1238 PNU2012-00877
1244 Vista Way
03-29-15-36666-002-0270 $345.80
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Trust No 1238 PNU2012-00908
1836 Pineland Drive
03-29-15-36666-002-0260 $345.80
Member Schultz moved to accept the Nuisance Abatement Lien filings. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
It was requested that staff summarize their cases by presenting only one or two
photographs before Respondents have an opportunity to admit to or deny the violation. If the
board requests additional information, staff then can present more photographs and
background.
7. ADJOURN:
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