December 2015 Final Minutes - Citrus County, Florida of Planning and Development, Code Compliance...

Department of Planning and Development, Code Compliance Division

December 16, 2015 Special Master Hearing

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CITRUS COUNTY CODE COMPLIANCE HEARING

Lecanto Government Building Multi-Purpose Room 166

MINUTES WEDNESDAY, December 16, 2015 @ 10:00 A.M.

3600 W. Sovereign Path Lecanto, Florida 34461

Gregg R. Brennan, Special Master A. Call to Order Gregg R. Brennan called the Hearing to order at 10:35 a.m. B. Pledge to Flag Gregg R. Brennan opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. C. Code Compliance Director, Kimberly Corbin, read the statement into the record:

If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Code Compliance Special Master with respect to any matter considered at this public hearing, he/she will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which record shall include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

D. Approve minutes from November 18, 2015 Gregg R. Brennan approved the November Hearing minutes as written. SPECIAL MASTER: Gregg R. Brennan STAFF PRESENT: Code Officers – Scott McKinney, Matt Hampton, Amy

Becker, George Pierson Recording Secretary, Cortney Marsh

Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim

ALSO PRESENT: Deputy – Laura Anstead



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E. Staff Update (Abated & Continued)

Code Compliance Director, Kimberly Corbin, did not read the following abated cases into the record as they were posted outside of the meeting room: Abated Cases Name Case #Berggren, Donna Sue 181963 Bowling, Deborah 178590 Brantley, Jacob 180840 Buckley, Matthew J. 180844 Cluts, Kathy Marie 178716 Collier, Michael & Mowat, Tammy 181213 Collier, Michael & Mowat, Tammy 181215 Crawford, Victor W. 179847 Cress, Donnie M. & Barbara A. 181454 Cress, Donnie M. & Barbara A. 182240 Cress, Donnie M.; Barbara A.; and Dean 181452 Evans, Thomas L. & Donna J. 180348 Ferdico, Giuseppe 180251 Gainer Sr., Daniel; Gainer, Dorothy; Gainer, Stephanie; Gainer Jr., Daniel; & Gainer, Ternille

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Ganaishlal, Deodath & Pearl 180704 Giguere, Stephen 182086 Giguere, Stephen 182087 Goodkind, Stella Jeanne 180913 Goodkind, Stella Jeanne 180914 Hagarty, Myrna Claire & Londono, Enrique 180860 Hagarty, Myrna Claire & Londono, Enrique 181892 Hannigan, Samantha L. 180105 Harvey, Michelle Lee 179209 Hayward, Donald E. Jr. & Ella M. 180416 Hughes, John & Anna M. 179795 Hutton, Jimmie A. & Bette Lou 180183 Intemann, Darlene 182254 Losasso, Theresa 179651 Malek, Joseph J. 182255 McFarland, Kevin & Ashley and McFarland, Donald & Debra

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Parker, Daniel R. 181189 Patterson, Michael Arlen; Patterson, Jane Ellen; and Cochran, Mikel Shane

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Peterson, Richard F. & Ann M. 181406 Plesniaski, Wojciech 181548 Ponce, Miguel & Leonor 182646 Rains, Donna Owens 181641



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Ronald K. Whitehead & Barbara Ann Whitehead Inter-Vivos Trust

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Sagrati, Agnes M. & Stamile III, Vincent 179818 Santiago, Otilio & Prospera 182500 Soock, John Lester 181455 Soock, John Lester 181457 Souther, Deborah L. 182862 Southford Inc. 181549 Sparks, Michael & Motzer, Donald & Shirley 181292 Sparks, Michael & Motzer, Donald & Shirley 181293 Swanger, Darrell 181696 The NPW Trust 181697 Titz EST, Pauline c/o K. Levasseur 181702 Veer Real Estate Inc. 180847 Velazquez, Andres & Coronada 178832 W Coquina Ct Land Trust #11835 181707 Wessel, Roberta L. 178117 Wessel, Roberta L. 178119 Wessel, Roberta L. 178120 Wessel, Roberta L. 177991 Willard, Gerald P. 181890 Willard, Gerald P. 181546 Williams MHC LLC 180012 Wilson, Dennis 179980 Code Compliance Director, Kimberly Corbin, read the following continued case into the record:

Continued Cases Name

Case #

Continued Until

Castro, Veronica & Camacho, Elizar 181832 Jan 20 2016 Castro, Veronica & Camacho, Elizar 181833 Jan 20 2016 Potts, Terry 180188 Jan 20 2016



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F. Old & New Cases (Listed in Alphabetical order) Cases to be Heard:

Name

Case #

Officer Experts on case

Bildstein, Tiffany 181050 S. McKinney Bildstein, Tiffany 181051 S. McKinney Borgersen, Carolyn K. 180368 M. Hampton Borgersen, Carolyn K. 180369 M. Hampton Borgersen, Carolyn K. 180370 M. Hampton Brown, Melita **REPEAT VIOLATION**

183122 A. Becker

Dalrymple, Robert N. 182007 S. McKinney Jim Baird DeMott, Florence Joan 179486 S. McKinney Dennis, Wayne & Diane/Kovach Jr. ESQ, Michael T. **DEMO APPEAL**

181444 S. McKinney Jim Baird Will Bryant Anthony Waugaman

Frazier, Curtis D. 181405 S. McKinney Gainer Sr., Daniel; Gainer, Dorothy; Gainer, Stephanie; Gainer Jr., Daniel; & Gainer, Ternille

181828 A. Becker Jim Baird

Hormell, Summer Dawn 180838 S. McKinney MADRAC BH7 LLC 182253 A. Becker Malek, Joseph J. 182295 A. Becker Medeiros, Chad 177857 S. McKinney Jim Baird

Joanna Coutu Medeiros, Chad 177859 S. McKinney Medeiros, Chad 177860 S. McKinney Montaltos, William 181530 S. McKinney Parker, Daniel R. 181053 S. McKinney Posluszny, Vincent & Cannon, Dalyce 182122 A. Becker Presgrove, Kenneth W. Jr. & Luell 181830 M. Hampton Presgrove, Kenneth W. Jr. & Luell 181831 M. Hampton Schonbrun Trustee, Harvey **REPEAT VIOLATION**

182882 G. Pierson

Taylor, Carol G. & Barbara J. 181429 M. Hampton Jim Baird Tomer Inc. 179677 G. Pierson Jim Baird

Joanna Coutu Tuba IV LLC 181529 S. McKinney Ware, Angela R. **REPEAT VIOLATION**

183237 M. Hampton



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Dennis, Wayne and Dennis, Diane Code Compliance Case No. 181444 Case 1 **DEMOLITION APPEAL** Represented by Michael T. Kovach, Jr. ESQ Nature of Violation: The condition/structure constitutes a public nuisance and has become so unsafe as to imminently danger life or limb pursuant to Article V, Section 20-53 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances Mr. Kovach Jr. stated that he has a legal argument regarding statutory deficiencies on the part of the county that do not allow them to move forward in this matter. According to Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 20-52 procedures regarding demolitions of a structure are very specific that the Safety Evaluation Team (SET) shall consist of four (4) people to include a certified building official, fire inspector, code compliance officer, and an environmental health department representative. The ordinance requires each of them to file reports within a specific amount of time. The Respondents were arrested on September 30, 2015 which is when this case was initiated. He filed a public records request on October 13, 2015 and received said records on October 15, 2015 and there were not four (4) reports included but only two (2) reports were included from, Jim Baird, the certified building official and an environmental health department representative. According to Chapter 20-56 (b) regarding Notice; hearing; remedial action specifically states “Notice to interested parties. In addition to the posting of notice as herein set forth, a notice of violation providing substantially the same information shall also be provided by certified mail, return receipt requested, and first class mail to the owner of the property and all interested parties upon which such structure(s) and/or condition(s) exists. For the purpose of this article, an interested party shall be defined to include those parties whose interest in the property is recorded in the Official Records of Citrus County, Florida. A notice of the certified building official's order shall also be published in a newspaper of general circulation.” There is a mortgage on the property for approximately $71,000.00 and the mortgagee wasn’t noticed of the violation and the order was not published in a newspaper of general circulation to demolish the structure on an emergency basis. The two (2) reports which were received were identical in the boxes which were checked; however, Chapter 20-54(6) requires that emergency orders, in particular, must have all SET members concurring and only two (2) reports were filed in this case; therefore, he doesn’t believe that at this time this case should not be allowed to move forward. He also had a home inspector, Larry Losciale, conduct a home inspection yesterday and the home may be disorganized and not as clean as it could be but is certainly not in a situation that justifies demolition. Argument was heard from Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim, regarding whether proper notice was issued. Ms. Antrim asserted that proper notice had been provided and that the appeal of the demolition order should be heard. A ruling on Mr. Kovach Jr.’s motion was deferred and evidence was taken. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that he responded to the property address on September 30, 2015 upon a complaint from Citrus County Animal Control Officers regarding an unsafe structure. Upon exiting his vehicle he could smell ammonia in the air. Contact was made with Animal Control Officer Lora Peckham and she advised that there were a number of felines on the property that appeared to be uncared for and the state of the



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property was unsanitary. Animal Control Officer Lora Peckham entered the residence, after outfitting in Haz Mat gear, and took photographs with Officer McKinney’s county issued tablet. The property was posted with notice on October 13, 2015. Mr. Kovach, Jr. questioned Officer Scott McKinney regarding the process of the SET and the inspection forms that were returned from the building official and environmental health. Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim, also questioned Officer Scott McKinney regarding the inspection forms returned from the building official and environmental health. She also questioned him regarding his conversation with the fire department and personal observations while he was on scene on September 30, 2015. Officer Lora Peckham, Citrus County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Supervisor, testified that she has been employed with the Sheriff’s Office for a little over six (6) years and has been an animal control officer for 12 years. Upon her initial inspection inside the residence, within three (3) minutes for the first time in her career, she was overwhelmed with the odor, began to get light headed, dizzy, had trouble breathing, nauseated, and had to exit the home. The home was also flea and roach infested. Mr. Kovach, Jr. questioned Officer Peckham regarding her observations inside the home and regarding the Respondents upon her inspection on September 30, 2015. Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim, questioned Officer Peckham regarding her training and observations at the time of her initial inspection on September 30, 2015. Anthony Waugaman, OPS Environmental Laborer, testified that he conducted his initial inspection on September 30, 2015 and has training in reference to sanitary conditions. He was informed that he could not enter the residence without protective Haz Mat gear. There was cat feces and urine throughout the entire home and was flea infested. Mr. Kovach Jr. questioned Mr. Waugaman regarding his inspections on October 2, 2015 and November 3, 2015, his training, and his inspection report. Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim, questioned Mr. Waugaman regarding the health risks which may have been present based on the conditions of the home. Will Bryant, Environmental Health Director, testified that on or about September 30, 2015 he became aware of the situation. He was able to smell the cat urine from outside the residence when he conducted an inspection with Mr. Waugaman. Toxoplasmosis is a disease considered by the Center for Disease Control as an introductory factor that causes foodborne illnesses. The cockroaches, known as vectors, transmit bacteria from surfaces. The smell and the vectors could transfer outside the property boundaries. Mr. Kovach Jr. questioned Mr. Bryant regarding the inspection report. Jim Baird, Assistant Building Official, testified that the fire inspector is exempt from single family dwellings in accordance with NFPA 101. Mr. Kovach Jr. questioned Mr. Baird about the exemption and the inspection report. Appellant, Wayne Dennis, was present and represented by counsel, Michael T. Kovach, Jr. Esq. Mr. Dennis testified that as of today a good portion of the home has been cleaned. The floors, walls, living room, fixtures, dining room, family room, and small hallway have been cleaned and he has been working on the kitchen and bathroom. They sprayed and bombed



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the home for the fleas and cockroaches. The property does have a mortgage but he’s not sure for how much. Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim, questioned Mr. Dennis about his arrest for animal cruelty and if they were currently residing in the home. Mr. Kovach, Jr. questioned Mr. Dennis about any health conditions he or his sister may have as did Ms. Antrim. Larry Losciale testified that he is a certified home inspector and certified building contractor. He inspected the residence on December 15, 2015 and was there for approximately 1 ½ hours. His inspection revealed that the condition of the home is not in the same condition as it was in the photographs he reviewed from September 30, 2015. All of the hard surfaces have been cleaned and the carpets shampooed. There is still additional work that needs to be done to include the kitchen and the master bathroom. The fleas and cockroaches have been treated and he did not see any evidence of cockroaches or fleas. He believes some of the carpeting needs to be replaced but is unaware if the subflooring would need to be replaced without seeing it. No evidence was introduced by the County that the structure was currently deteriorated to the point where it was a menace to the occupants of the structure or others. The only evidence introduced was as to the condition of the structure at the time of the initial inspection on September 30, 2015. No evidence was introduced to refute the testimony of Mr. Losciale that upon his inspection conducted on December 15, 2015 that the home had been almost completely cleaned and that it contained no discernible structural defects that would pose a danger to the occupants or other persons inside the structure. Special Master Order: Citrus County Code of Ordinances Section 20-51 provides as follows: Blighted structure or condition means a deteriorated or deteriorating structure which endangers life or property by fire or other causes, unsanitary or unsafe condition(s) or deterioration of the site and its improvements, which condition(s) impair or arrest the sound growth of the county or are a menace to the public health, safety, morals or welfare. Slum structure or condition means buildings or improvements, whether residential or nonresidential, which by reason of dilapidation, deterioration, age or obsolescence cause inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation or open spaces; the existence of condition(s) which endanger life or property by fire or other causes; or any combination of factors which contribute to ill health, transmission of disease, juvenile delinquency or crime, or are detrimental to the public health, safety, morals or welfare. Based on the definitions as set forth the structure does not meet those definitions at this time and the criteria were not established by the Safety Evaluation Team regarding this property that the structure has defects that are found within Section 20-53 and Section 20-54; therefore the Building Official’s demolition order is not upheld.

Based on all of the evidence produced at the hearing, the Special Master will not uphold the County’s demolition order based on criteria for unsafe structures outlined in the Citrus



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County Code of Ordinances Section 20-53 and Section 20-54. Mr. Kovach Jr.’s motion to dismiss was therefore rendered moot. Schonbrun Trustee, Harvey Code Compliance Case No. 182882 Case 2 **REPEAT VIOLATION** Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Junkyard conditions. Code Officer George Pierson testified that his initial inspection was conducted on October 28, 2015 for this violation and was confirmed at that time. This is a repeat violation as the Respondent was previously found guilty of the same violation at the same property owned by the Respondent on February 20, 2013 in case #126574 which subsequently abated on May 24, 2013; however, a fine in the amount of $5,590.74 was recorded and on October 15, 2014 in case #161854 which subsequently abated on August 6, 2014; however, a fine in the amount of $10,500.00 was recorded. An inspection was conducted on October 29, 2015 and some of the debris had been removed; however, the property remained in violation. Additional inspections were conducted on October 30, 2015; November 3, 2015; November 4, 2015, November 5, 2015; November 6, 2015; November 12, 2015; November 13, 2015, November 17, 2015, November 18, 2015; November 19, 2015; November 24, 2015; November 25, 2015; December 1, 2015; December 2, 2015; December 3, 2015; December 4, 2015; December 8, 2015; December 9, 2015; December 11, 2015 and December 15, 2015 and the property remained in violation upon each inspection; however, a considerable amount of debris has been removed. Mr. Schonbrun requested a continuance from the original hearing date of November 18, 2015 which was granted by Kimberly Corbin. Personnel from Mr. Schonbrun’s office suggested that they may evict the tenant due to non-compliance with the ordinance. Upon Officer Pierson's final inspection on December 15, 2015 the property remains in violation. The Respondent was present and inquired if Officer Pierson knew the property was occupied by a tenant and that the property owner was an absentee landlord at the time he made his inspection. Officer Pierson testified that he did not know that upon his initial inspection but he did make contact with a tenant. Mr. Schonbrun inquired if Officer Pierson had any conversations with the tenant between October 28, 2015 and December 16, 2015. Officer Pierson testified that he had at least two (2) conversations with the tenant. Mr. Schonbrun inquired if Officer Pierson had phone conversations with his asset manager’s attorney, Kiahhn Jackson.



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Officer Pierson testified that he had at least two (2), possibly more, conversations with Ms. Jackson. Mr. Schonbrun asked Officer Pierson when his records indicate he received the certified mail for the Administrative Complaint and Notice of Hearing Repeat Violation. Officer Pierson testified that the original certified mailing was received by Mr. Schonbrun’s office on November 9, 2015 and the continuance notification was received on November 20, 2015. Mr. Schonbrun testified that he notified his asset manager of the violation on November 6, 2015. He testified that he owns this property as trustee because he acquired it through a mortgage foreclosure. He is an absentee landlord and had a tenant on the property at the time that the violation was noticed. He entered into evidence the lease option agreement that was in effect at the time of the violation which states that the tenant is required to maintain the property and to not violate any laws or ordinances. Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim, requested to review the lease option agreement and hold any questions she may have regarding the document until her review was completed. Mr. Schonbrun and Special Master Brennan agreed to her stipulation. Kiahhn Jackson, staff attorney at Florida Real Estate Associates, testified that her office address is located at 102 E. Martin Luther King Blvd., Tampa, FL and Florida Real Estate Associates is owned by Marc Hamburg who is Mr. Schonbrun’s asset manager. She had conversations with both the tenant residing on the property and Officer Pierson regarding the violation. She was notified on November 6, 2015 that there was a violation on the property. She contacted the tenant to advise them that a violation was present on the property. She then sent a notice to the tenant with a seven (7) day notice with an opportunity to cure in accordance with their rental agreement and then left a message for Officer Pierson requesting that he return her call. The tenant advised her that she had cleared up the violation. She asked the tenant to take photographs of the property from different angles and email the photographs to her and the photographs were received from the tenant on November 9, 2015. After receiving the photographs from the tenant a phone call was made to Officer Pierson requesting him to conduct an inspection of the property to verify compliance. Officer Pierson returned her call on November 12, 2015 and informed her that the property was not in compliance as there was still a pile of vegetative matter and a pile of wood on the property and that he had spoken with the tenant and told her about the violation. She then contacted the tenant to inform her that the property remained in violation and she needed to make improvements. She spoke with Officer Pierson on November 13, 2015 and he informed her that the burn pile and brush were in violation, the wood needed to be stacked and organized and that the privacy fence needed to be taken down or kept closed. She spoke with the tenant again on November 18, 2015 to inform her of the remaining violations and the tenant stated that she would comply. She then spoke with Officer Pierson and he stated that the property remained in violation with a washing machine in the front yard, a barrel with debris that needed to be burned or tossed, rotting logs against the back fence and a privacy gate that was left open. After speaking with Officer Pierson on November 18, 2015 a seven (7) day notice without an opportunity to cure was sent to the tenant as a prelude to an eviction action. On November 30, 2015 she spoke with Officer Pierson and he advised



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that the property remained in violation with litter and debris on the property. She then filed an eviction against the tenant. Mr. Schonbrun submitted the seven (7) day notice with an opportunity to cure that was sent to the tenant on November 6, 2015 into evidence as well as the complaint for eviction and motions for default which were filed on November 30, 2015. Ms. Jackson testified that the eviction is currently pending and they do not currently have an issued writ of possession. Assistant County Attorney, Beth Antrim, stated that section three (3) of the lease option agreement provides that the tenant agrees at his own expense will cure any governmental violations or assessments that may occur immediately upon being notified of such violations or assessments and in the event the tenant does not comply with the governmental demands within the time frame specified by such entity the tenant will be considered in default of the lease. It is specifically agreed that if tenant fails to comply with or cure any such violations the landlord or landlord’s agents may enter the property and take any and all steps necessary to cure said violations upon 24 hours’ notice from the landlord. The owner did have notice of the violation and also had the right to go upon the property to cure the violation once he was aware that it wasn’t cured. Mr. Schonbrun stated that is a clause they put in all of their leases but they doubt it’s enforceable and they don’t enforce it because on three (3) separate occasions when they attempted to enforce it the police were called and arrested their contractors that were on the property. They put it in there to encourage the tenant but still go through the formal process of eviction so they will have the legal authority of the court. He has done everything in his legal power to correct the violation and will comply once the tenant is evicted. Special Master Order: Citrus County Code of Ordinances Section 19-24 defines “repeat violation” as follows: Repeat violation shall mean a violation of a provision of county codes by a person who has been previously found through a code enforcement board or any other quasi-judicial or judicial process, to have violated or who has admitted violating the same provision within five years prior to the violation, notwithstanding the violations occur at different locations. Violator shall mean the person creating or permitting the violation of any provision of the county codes, or a person who owns, controls, or is otherwise responsible for the real property upon which the violation occurred. Respondent therefore is guilty of a repeat violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully



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established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Junkyard conditions.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. A total fine from November 6, 2015 – December 15, 2015 of $150.00 per day for forty (40) days for a total of $6,000.00 will be recorded in the public record of Citrus County for a repeat violation and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Harvey Schonbrun Trustee. A fine of $150.00 per day will be imposed from December 16, 2015 until the violation is abated. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Harvey Schonbrun Trustee. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Tomer Inc. Code Compliance Case No. 179677 Case 3 Nature of Violation: Permits required. Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefore. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: Obtain after the fact permit for placing a dividing wall in the mobile home. Code Officer George Pierson testified that his initial inspection was conducted on August 28, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. The tenant, Brian Fuller, allowed access to his section of the mobile home and advised that the mobile home was divided into two (2) sections. Mr. Tomer was advised that he was not allowed to divide the mobile home into two (2) sections. The mobile home is occupied by two (2) people, one in each section. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Jim Baird, Assistant Building Division Official, testified that a permit has not been obtained for placing the dividing wall up in the mobile home or for removing the wall. In 2008, Mr. Tomer was cited for the same violation and corrected the violation. He has been told on multiple occasions that he can’t divide a mobile home into two (2) sections and rent both sides. The Respondent, David Tomer, was present and testified that there is a wall dividing the mobile home into two (2) sections. He testified that he was told by Mr. Baird that he



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needed to obtain permits for any work on the outside of the trailers but not for any work done to the inside of the trailers. He has owned the mobile home park for ten (10) years and they have been divided for the entire length of his ownership and was told by the Building Division that he was allowed to do so. He requested 90 days to comply so he can move the tenant(s). Joanna Coutu, Land Development Director, testified that the site plan for the mobile home area doesn’t allow for duplex units at this time. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: “No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert, or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefor. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: Obtain after the fact permit for placing a dividing wall in the mobile home.” The Respondent can abate the violation by obtaining the proper Development Order(s) or removing the improvements from the property completely. The Respondent is granted 90 days from December 16, 2015 to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $150.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Tomer Inc. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Dalrymple, Robert N. Code Compliance Case No. 182007 Case 4 Nature of Violation: Permits required. Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefore. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: A blue partially enclosed shed with a lean to attached. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail.



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Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that his initial inspection was conducted on October 14, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. There were originally two (2) unpermitted structures on the property; however, the greenhouse type structure had been removed upon his inspection on December 2, 2015. He received a phone call from Jim Gerlach and he stated that a permit had been applied for regarding the garage. Permit #201512185 was applied for on December 14, 2015 but not yet issued due to additional information regarding the electrical system needing to be obtained. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Jim Baird, Assistant Building Division Official, testified that a permit has been applied for and when the required information is received, the permit can be issued. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: “No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert, or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefor. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: A blue partially enclosed shed with a lean to attached.” The Respondent can abate the violation by obtaining the proper Development Order(s) or removing the improvements from the property completely. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Robert N. Dalrymple. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Gainer Sr., Daniel ET AL Code Compliance Case No. 181828 Case 5 Nature of Violation: Permits required. Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefore. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: 1.) Enclosed storage/carport area with concrete slab (22x24)



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2.) Shed 3.) Reroof on single family structure and any other unpermitted structures on the property.” The Respondents were not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Amy Becker testified that her initial inspection was conducted on October 14, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. She met with Mr. Gainer Sr. on October 30, 2015 and he was advised of the violation. Permit #201511289 for the reroof on the single family structure was issued on December 4, 2015 and permit #201511111 for the carport and the shed has been applied for but not issued. Upon her final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Jim Baird, Assistant Building Division Official, testified that the roof permit was issued. The owner was called and informed that permit #201511111 was ready to issue after payment is received. Special Master Order: Respondents are in violation of Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: “No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert, or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefor. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: 1.) Enclosed storage/carport area with concrete slab (22x24) 2.) Shed.” The Respondents can abate the violation by obtaining the proper Development Order(s) or removing the improvements from the property completely. The Respondents are granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Daniel Gainer Sr.; Dorothy Gainer; Stephanie Gainer; Daniel Gainer Jr.; and Ternille Gainer. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondents shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Medeiros, Chad Code Compliance Case No. 177857 Case 6 Nature of Violation: Permits required. Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a



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mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefore. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: Walkway/deck being rebuilt The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that his initial inspection was conducted on July 27, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. An application for a permit had previously been submitted for a concrete slab and the permit specifically stated that a separate permit would be required for a wooden deck. That permit was closed by the building division stating that the slab was never installed. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Jim Baird, Assistant Building Division Official, testified that a permit has never been applied for or issued for this violation. Joanna Coutu, Land Development Director, testified that it appears that he may need a waterfront setback and possibly an impervious surface ratio variance prior to obtaining a permit. She was contacted by a permit company this morning and advised that they would be obtaining the permit for the Respondent. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: “No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert, or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefor. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: Walkway/deck being rebuilt” The Respondent can abate the violation by obtaining the proper Development Order(s) or removing the improvements from the property completely. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. If a variance is applied for and pending, the fine shall be stayed. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Chad Medeiros. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Medeiros, Chad Code Compliance Case No. 177859 Case 7



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Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Plastic totes, tree debris, and other miscellaneous trash and debris. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that his initial inspection was conducted on July 27, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. Some of the debris has been removed; however, the concrete rubble and inoperable lawnmowers remain on the property. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Plastic totes, tree debris, and other miscellaneous trash and debris.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Chad Medeiros. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine.

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Nature of Violation: It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway pursuant to Article IV Section 20-41 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Ford truck and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that his initial inspection was conducted on July 27, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. The property owner stated to him that the vehicle is an off road vehicle and he has documents from the Division of Motor Vehicles stating such but has not provided any documentation to that effect. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article IV, Section 20-41, “It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway. To Wit: Ford truck and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the vehicle(s) from the property, registering them or placing them in a permitted enclosed structure. If not enclosed or removed, the vehicle(s) must be operable and registered. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Chad Medeiros. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Taylor, Carol G. & Barbara J. Code Compliance Case No. 181429 Case 9 Nature of Violation: Permits required. Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefore. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: Carport The Respondents were not present despite being notified via Certified Mail.



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Code Officer Matt Hampton testified that his initial inspection was conducted on October 1, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. He has been in contact with Jill Jones and Tina Forshier, the property owner’s daughters, and they have hired Richard Clay, architect, to draw the plans for the carport and also hired John Rife, contractor, to obtain the permit due to the property owners residing out of state. Permit #201512140 has been applied for but not issued. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Jim Baird, Assistant Building Division Official, testified that a permit has been applied for but not issued due to a site plan missing from the application. Special Master Order: Respondents are in violation of Construction of a structure without a valid permit, a violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances Chapter 18-8(a) which states: “No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert, or demolish any building or structure subject to this Code, including a floating residential unit, or set or place a mobile/manufactured home or floating residential unit within the territory covered by this article, without first having obtained a permit therefor. Any person commencing construction for which a permit is required, without having first obtained such permit, in addition to the penalties described in this chapter, shall also be subject to a penalty equal to double the permit fee. To Wit: Carport.” The Respondents can abate the violation by obtaining the proper Development Order(s) or removing the improvements from the property completely. The Respondents are granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Carol G. Taylor and Barbara J. Taylor. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondents shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Brown, Melita Code Compliance Case No. 183122 Case 10 **REPEAT VIOLATION** Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above



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property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Garbage, furniture, mattress, and any other miscellaneous items. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via posting the property and the Lecanto Government Building. Code Officer Amy Becker testified that her initial inspection was conducted on November 6, 2015 for this violation and was confirmed at that time. This is a repeat violation as the Respondent was previously found guilty of the same violation on March 18, 2015 in case #168335 at 30 S. Tyler St.; Beverly Hills, FL which subsequently abated on April 14, 2015 prior to fines being imposed. The property was posted with the Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing on November 10, 2015. On November 12, 2015, she received a call from Debbie Vince with Altisource and she stated the property would be cleaned up. Upon inspection on November 13, 2015 the violation was abated and the property was in compliance. Upon her final inspection on December 15, 2015 the property remains in compliance. Special Master Order: Respondent was in repeat violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Garbage, furniture, mattress, and any other miscellaneous items.” The Respondent abated the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. A total fine from November 6, 2015 – November 12, 2015 of $150.00 per day for seven (7) days for a total of $1,050.00 will be recorded in the public record of Citrus County for a repeat violation and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Melita Brown. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Bildstein, Tiffany Code Compliance Case No. 181050 Case 11 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this section to permit or maintain grass, weeds, brush and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of



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vegetative matter pursuant to Article VI Section 20-61 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that his initial inspection was conducted on September 23, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. Upon inspection on November 10, 2015, the lawn had been mowed; however, piles of tree debris remain in violation on the property. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article VI Section 20-61, “It shall be unlawful for anyone owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this article to maintain weeds, grass and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter.” The Respondent can abate the violation by maintaining weeds/grass and undergrowth to a height of less than 18” and remove accumulation of vegetative matter. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Tiffany Bildstein. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Bildstein, Tiffany Code Compliance Case No. 181051 Case 12 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Household garbage, cooler, and other miscellaneous trash and debris. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that his initial inspection was conducted on September 23, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. There has been no change



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in the condition of the property regarding this violation. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Household garbage, cooler, and other miscellaneous trash and debris.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Tiffany Bildstein. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Borgersen, Carolyn K. Code Compliance Case No. 180368 Case 13 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Trash and debris around and under the carport, recliner on the side of the house, and any other miscellaneous trash and debris. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Matt Hampton testified that his initial inspection was conducted on September 14, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. He spoke to the property owner’s grandson, Eric Borgersen, and he advised that he would take care of the violation. Most of the debris has been removed; however, some items remain between the vehicle and the



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carport. There has not been any further contact with anyone regarding the property. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Trash and debris around and under the carport, recliner on the side of the house, and any other miscellaneous trash and debris.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Carolyn K. Borgersen. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Borgersen, Carolyn K. Code Compliance Case No. 180369 Case 14 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this section to permit or maintain grass, weeds, brush and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter pursuant to Article VI Section 20-61 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Matt Hampton testified that his initial inspection was conducted on September 14, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. He spoke to the property owner’s grandson, Eric Borgersen, and he advised that he would take care of the violation. Some of the front yard has been cut but other areas of the property remain overgrown. There has not been any further contact with anyone regarding the property. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article VI Section 20-61, “It shall be unlawful for anyone owning, leasing, occupying or



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having control of any property subject to the provisions of this article to maintain weeds, grass and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter.” The Respondent can abate the violation by maintaining weeds/grass and undergrowth to a height of less than 18” and remove accumulation of vegetative matter. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Carolyn K. Borgersen. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Borgersen, Carolyn K. Code Compliance Case No. 180370 Case 15 Nature of Violation: It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway pursuant to Article IV Section 20-41 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Green Cadillac & red Mazda MX-6, and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Matt Hampton testified that his initial inspection was conducted on September 14, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. He spoke to the property owner’s grandson, Eric Borgersen, and he advised that he would take care of the violation. An unlicensed yellow truck has been removed but the green Cadillac and red Mazda remain on the property in violation. There has not been any further contact with anyone regarding the property. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article IV, Section 20-41, “It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway. To Wit: Green Cadillac & red Mazda MX-6, and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the vehicle(s) from the property, registering them or placing them in a permitted enclosed structure. If not enclosed or removed, the vehicle(s) must be operable and registered.



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The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Carolyn K. Borgersen. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. DeMott, Florence Joan Code Compliance Case No. 179486 Case 16 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this section to permit or maintain grass, weeds, brush and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter pursuant to Article VI Section 20-61 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via posting the property and the Lecanto Government Building. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that his initial inspection was conducted on August 26, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. Contact was made with the property owner and she stated that she doesn’t own the property and has turned the property over to the bank; however, public record indicates that Ms. DeMott is the owner of record. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article VI Section 20-61, “It shall be unlawful for anyone owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this article to maintain weeds, grass and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter.” The Respondent can abate the violation by maintaining weeds/grass and undergrowth to a height of less than 18” and remove accumulation of vegetative matter. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Florence Joan DeMott. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine.



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Frazier, Curtis D. Code Compliance Case No. 181405 Case 17 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this section to permit or maintain grass, weeds, brush and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter pursuant to Article VI Section 20-61 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via posting the property and the Lecanto Government Building. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that former Code Officer Al Bravo conducted the initial inspection on October 6, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. Officer McKinney conducted an inspection on November 30, 2015 and confirmed the violation. The property was posted with the Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing on December 3, 2015. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article VI Section 20-61, “It shall be unlawful for anyone owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this article to maintain weeds, grass and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter.” The Respondent can abate the violation by maintaining weeds/grass and undergrowth to a height of less than 18” and remove accumulation of vegetative matter. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Curtis D. Frazier. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Hormell, Summer Dawn Code Compliance Case No. 180838 Case 18 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Household trash, plastic and paper trash in driveway and around yard, rug hanging on fence.



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The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that the initial inspection was conducted on September 21, 2015 by former Code Officer Al Bravo at which time the violation was confirmed. Officer McKinney conducted his initial inspection on November 4, 2015 and confirmed the violation and reinspected on December 1, 2015. There has been some improvement and there has not been any contact with the property owner. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Household trash, plastic and paper trash in driveway and around yard, rug hanging on fence.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Summer Dawn Hormell. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. MADRAC BH7 LLC Code Compliance Case No. 182253 Case 19 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Furniture, plastic water bottles, plastic containers, tarps, boxed items, and any other miscellaneous debris.



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The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Amy Becker testified that her initial inspection was conducted on October 15, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. She spoke with the tenant, Troy Smith, on November 3, 2015 and he advised that the violation would be abated by November 10, 2015. She spoke with a representative from MADRAC BH7 LLC, Ms. Anderson, on November 12, 2015 and advised her that the property remained in violation and she emailed photos depicting the violation at that time. Upon her final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Furniture, plastic water bottles, plastic containers, tarps, boxed items, and any other miscellaneous debris.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $75.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of MADRAC BH7 LLC. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Malek, Joseph J. Code Compliance Case No. 182295 Case 20 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: White gutter and down spout and any other miscellaneous debris.



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The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Amy Becker testified that her initial inspection was conducted on October 15, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. She spoke with Mr. Malek on November 12, 2015 and advised him of the violation. Upon her final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: White gutter and down spout and any other miscellaneous debris.” The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Joseph J. Malek. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Montaltos, William Code Compliance Case No. 181530 Case 21 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this section to permit or maintain grass, weeds, brush and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter pursuant to Article VI Section 20-61 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via posting the property and the Lecanto Government Building. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that the initial inspection was conducted on October 1, 2015 by former Code Officer Al Bravo at which time the violation was confirmed. A follow up inspection was conducted by himself on November 30, 2015. The property was posted with the Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing on December 3, 2015. There has



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been no change in the condition of the property and no contact with the property owner. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article VI Section 20-61, “It shall be unlawful for anyone owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this article to maintain weeds, grass and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter.” The Respondent can abate the violation by maintaining weeds/grass and undergrowth to a height of less than 18” and remove accumulation of vegetative matter. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of William Montaltos. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Parker, Daniel R. Code Compliance Case No. 181053 Case 22 Nature of Violation: It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway pursuant to Article IV Section 20-41 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Black 2 door coupe under carport, red/white Chevrolet pickup in driveway, red 2 door coupe on ROW in front of home. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that the initial inspection was conducted on September 23, 2015 by former Code Officer Al Bravo at which time the violation was confirmed. There has not been any contact with the property owner. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation with two (2) vehicles remaining to include a Chevrolet truck and a black two (2) door car under the carport. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article IV, Section 20-41, “It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway. To Wit: Black 2 door coupe under carport, red/white Chevrolet pickup in driveway.”



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The Respondent can abate the violation by removing the vehicle(s) from the property, registering them or placing them in a permitted enclosed structure. If not enclosed or removed, the vehicle(s) must be operable and registered. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Daniel R. Parker. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Posluszny, Vincent & Cannon, Dalyce Code Compliance Case No. 182122 Case 23 Nature of Violation: It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway pursuant to Article IV Section 20-41 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Blue/green Eclipse and dark blue Eclipse in driveway, and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance. The Respondents were not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Amy Becker testified that her initial inspection was conducted on October 14, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. She spoke with a gentleman that identified himself as the owner’s son and advised him of the violation. She spoke with Mr. Posluszny on October 27, 2015 and he was also advised of the violation. Upon her final inspection on December 15, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondents are in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article IV, Section 20-41, “It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway. To Wit: Blue/green Eclipse and dark blue Eclipse in driveway, and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance.” The Respondents can abate the violation by removing the vehicle(s) from the property, registering them or placing them in a permitted enclosed structure. If not enclosed or removed, the vehicle(s) must be operable and registered. The Respondents are granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Vincent Posluszny and Dalyce Cannon. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the



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date of first recording. Respondents shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Presgrove, Kenneth W. Jr. & Luell Code Compliance Case No. 181830 Case 24 Nature of Violation: It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway pursuant to Article IV Section 20-41 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Mitsubishi SUV, Kia Sedona van, gray Chevy truck, and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance. The Respondents were not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Matt Hampton testified that his initial inspection was conducted on October 13, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. The violation was viewed from a neighbor’s property with their permission. He made contact with Shannon Sumlin at the property and she requested three (3) weeks to abate the violation. There has been no further contact regarding the violation. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, there has been some progress as the Chevy truck and SUV are no longer on the property; however, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondents are in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article IV, Section 20-41, “It shall be a violation of this article for any person, firm or corporation to keep, dump, store, place or deposit abandoned, unlicensed, inoperable, junked, disabled, wrecked, discarded or otherwise unused vehicles on any property, street or highway. To Wit: Mitsubishi SUV, Kia Sedona van, gray Chevy truck, and any other vehicles that are in violation of this ordinance.” The Respondents can abate the violation by removing the vehicle(s) from the property, registering them or placing them in a permitted enclosed structure. If not enclosed or removed, the vehicle(s) must be operable and registered. The Respondents are granted 30 days from the date of the order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Kenneth W. Jr. and Luell Presgrove. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondents shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine.



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Presgrove, Kenneth W. Jr. & Luell Code Compliance Case No. 181831 Case 25 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property, pursuant to Article III, Section 20-31(a) of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. To Wit: Mattress, wood, cups, metal, and any other miscellaneous trash and debris. The Respondents were not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Matt Hampton testified that his initial inspection was conducted on October 13, 2015 at which time the violation was confirmed. The violation was viewed from a neighbor’s property with their permission. He made contact with Shannon Sumlin at the property and she requested three (3) weeks to abate the violation. There has been no further contact regarding the violation. Upon his final inspection on December 15, 2015, a large amount of the debris has been loaded on trailers; however, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondents are in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article III Section 20-31(a), “It shall be unlawful for the owner or tenant of any land to permit, cause or have thereon any accumulation of junk, debris, rubbish and vegetative matter except for junk stored in enclosed litter receptacles or completely enclosed buildings; except for junk which will not fit into standard sized litter receptacles and which is set out for no more than 48 hours for pick up and removal; except for recyclable material stored in receptacles provided for recycling such materials; except junk stored in a lawfully established and maintained junkyard, garbage or waste disposal site or sanitary landfill; and except for accumulations of vegetative waste on agricultural lands on the above property. To Wit: Mattress, wood, cups, metal, and any other miscellaneous trash and debris.” The Respondents can abate the violation by removing the junk and debris from the property or placing it in a permitted enclosed structure. The Respondents are granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Kenneth W. Jr. and Luell Presgrove. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondents shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine.



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Tuba IV LLC Code Compliance Case No. 181529 Case 26 Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this section to permit or maintain grass, weeds, brush and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter pursuant to Article VI Section 20-61 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via Certified Mail. Code Officer Scott McKinney testified that the initial inspection was conducted on October 1, 2015 by former Code Officer Al Bravo at which time the violation was confirmed. Officer McKinney conducted his initial inspection on November 13, 2015 and the violation was confirmed. There has been no contact with the property owner and no change in the condition of the property. Upon his final inspection on December 14, 2015, the property remains in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is in violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article VI Section 20-61, “It shall be unlawful for anyone owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this article to maintain weeds, grass and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter.” The Respondent can abate the violation by maintaining weeds/grass and undergrowth to a height of less than 18” and remove accumulation of vegetative matter. The Respondent is granted 30 days from the date of this order to abate the violation. If the violation is not brought into compliance as ordered, a penalty of $50.00 per day will be imposed thereafter. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of TUBA IV LLC. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. Ware, Angela R. Code Compliance Case No. 183237 Case 27 **REPEAT VIOLATION** Nature of Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this section to permit or maintain grass, weeds, brush and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter pursuant to Article VI Section 20-61 of the Citrus County Code of Ordinances. The Respondent was not present despite being notified via posting the property and the Lecanto Government Building.



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Code Officer Matt Hampton testified that this is a repeat violation as the Respondent was previously found guilty of the same violation at the same location on January 15, 2014 in Case #150236 which subsequently abated on January 30, 2014 prior to any fines being imposed and on July 16, 2014 in Case #159859 with a $5,000.00 repeat violation fine imposed and subsequently abating on August 15, 2014. He conducted his initial inspection for this violation on November 4, 2015 and confirmed the violation at that time and the property was posted on this date with the Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing. There has been no contact with the property owner. Subsequent inspections were conducted on November 5, 2015, November 9, 2015; November 12, 2015; November 16, 2015; November 20, 2015; November 23, 2015; November 27, 2015; November 30, 2015; December 3, 2015; December 7, 2015; December 10, 2015; December 14, 2015 and December 15, 2015 and each inspection revealed the property remained in violation. Special Master Order: Respondent is guilty of a repeat violation of Citrus County Code of Ordinances, Article VI Section 20-61, “It shall be unlawful for anyone owning, leasing, occupying or having control of any property subject to the provisions of this article to maintain weeds, grass and undergrowth in excess of 18" in height, or an accumulation of vegetative matter.” The Respondent can abate the violation by maintaining weeds/grass and undergrowth to a height of less than 18” and remove accumulation of vegetative matter. A total fine from November 4, 2015 – December 15, 2015 of $250.00 per day for forty-two (42) days for a total of $10,500.00 will be recorded in the public record of Citrus County for a repeat violation and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Angela R. Ware. A fine of $250.00 per day will be imposed from December 16, 2015 until the violation is abated. This fine will be recorded and will constitute a lien on real or personal property of Angela R. Ware. The County Attorney’s Office may seek foreclosure or money judgment on any unpaid lien of record three months from the date of first recording. Respondent shall be responsible to pay all costs required by County ordinance or regulation, which may also be filed as a lien of record. Pursuant to Section 162.09(1), Florida Statutes, a hearing shall not be necessary prior to imposing such fine. G. Other Business H. Adjourn 3:21 p.m. Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability

or physical impairment should contact the County Administrator's Office, 110 North Apopka Avenue, Inverness, Florida 34450; (352) 341-6560, at least two days before the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, use the TDD telephone (352) 341-6580.

___________________________________________ GREGG R. BRENNAN, SPECIAL MASTER

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