Code Enforcement/ Magistrate - Special Meeting

Good? All right. I call this meeting to order on September 10th, 2026 at 2 p.m. Good afternoon and welcome to the City of Edgewater Code Enforcement Hearing. My name is Ryan Knight and I am the Special Magistrate for the City of Edgewater. These hearings are open to the public under Florida's government and the Sunshine Law. The procedures of this hearing are that due process is emphasized for each respondent and to the city in accordance with Florida Statute 162.07, subsection 3, which states, formal rules of evidence shall not apply, but fundamental due process shall be observed and shall govern the proceedings. Hearsay is admissible, but only to support other competent substantial evidence. Any decision made today may be appealed by sending notice of appeal to the circuit court within 30 days of the execution of any order. The city of Edgewater will present its case first as it has the burden of proof. Afterwards, the respondents will have an opportunity to respond. This time, please silence all cell phones. If you will be offering any testimony today, please stand and raise your right hand to be sworn in. Do you swear or affirm that testimony you're about to give today shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth? First order of business, the August 13th, 2026 minutes are approved. And the first case will be 26-636, that's 1624 Orange Tree Drive. Yeah, so the city will present their case first, and then you'll have a chance to present evidence and respond. Yes, sir, go ahead. My name is David Meyer.

I'm currently employed full-time by the city of Edgewater as a code enforcement officer, and I'm also an retired law enforcement officer with 24 years of professional experience. The property is located at 1624 Orange Tree Drive, Edgewater, Florida, and is identified by parcel ID number 840-201015930.

The property is owned by Jordan Floyd Bonifacio, and the property is alleged to be in violation of Section 10-121, Recreational Bureau.

On August 12, while in city patrol, I observed a large recreational slash boat parked illegally in the right-of-way at the missing location. The address showed a prior documented case in which code enforcement has addressed the same violation. Mr. Bonacorso was the resident in each incident. January 12, 2026, a courtesy warning was given. the boat was parked in front of the home in the city right away based upon my inspection i determined that the property was in violation of section 121 photographs were taken on august 13th i issued issued a citation the property owner was notified of the violation advised of the correction action necessary he was provided until august 23rd to correct the To achieve compliance, Mr. Bonacorso must remove and legally park and store the boat as it is in violation of the legal recreation of the park in accordance with the applicable provisions of the City of Edgewater Code of Conditions. On 9-9, at 8-30 hours, I observed the boat had been removed from the right-of-way and was now in compliance. Staff recommends that the special magistrate find Mr. Bonacorso in violation of Section 10-121, Recreational Vehicle Park in the City of Edgewater, and assess or affirm the applicable fine of $75.

Okay, thank you. Sir?

Yes.

Okay.

Yeah, so the code allows for you to park it in the driveway. It just can't be parked out in front, like in the right of way or, you know, in the road, in your front yard. So, you know, even though, yes, we are a fishing state, we do have code of ordinances, though. And what I see from the record and the evidence from the city is that it looks like in January there was a courtesy warning given. And it's still- So as long as it's not stored there, if it's like temporary, then. Yeah, but it's something that can't be stored there for an extended amount of time. So the city does have the code of ordinances and does allow for these citations. So unfortunately, there's not much I can do regarding waiving that citation. You will have some time to pay for it. It doesn't have to be paid immediately. but especially since you were given a courtesy warning and it still continued, I am going to uphold the citation, fine the amount of $75. Is there anything else you would like to say? Okay. All right, so based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-636, the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's code of ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. My order, well the property is in compliance at this point, so I will uphold the $75 citation and will order that the respondent make arrangements to pay that with the city. There will be no other fines since the property is in compliance. Actually, city, I see that it is in compliance, but are you still requesting a fine for $75 per day for any other violations? That's what I have, okay. So we'll get that order changed then. And I will just uphold the fine of $75. All right, the next matter will be under new business section F case 26-558-117. Monson Drive.

Afternoon.

Officer Hayes with City of Edgewater Code Enforcement.

For the record, I've been a code enforcement officer going on 10 years.

I also have prior law enforcement experience, 25 years as a retired law enforcement officer for the City of

The property of 117 Monson Drive in Edgewater, Florida, and identified by parcel number 745-103-02-0130, whose mailing address is 117 Monson Drive, owned by Tina M. Fernley. The property is led to be in violation of 10168, condemn unsafe structure. The City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinance Land Development Code, specifically code enforcement, determined that an unsafe structure existed on the property consisting of a partially constructed or deteriorated garage with only partial walls remaining. On July 13, 2026, I was directed by my supervisor, Matt Osterberg, to continue enforcement on this property. The original case, number 25123036, was initiated on a October 30th, 2025 by former code officer Jacob McLaughlin regarding an unsafe garage structure located on the property. Upon review and inspection, I determined that the property remained in violation of section 10168, condemn unsafe structure. Notice of violation was issued to the property owner outlining the corrective actions necessary to achieve compliance. Notice was provided by posting the property certified mail post in city hall. The compliance deadline was established as August 24th, 2026. During the course of this case, I had one contact with an adult male regarding the property. During our conversation, I was advised that the process of correcting the violation had begun. The property was reinspected on August 24th, 2026. At the time of inspection, no corrective action had been taken place and the violation remained. As a result, a citation and notice of hearing was issued on August 24th, 2026 with a notice provided in accordance with the applicable legal requirements. property remains in violation of section 10 168 condemns a structure based on visual observation of an unsafe structure consisting of a garage with only partial walls remaining to achieve compliance the property owner must either demolish the unsafe structure after obtaining required demolition paperwork or obtain the appropriate building remodel permit and bring the structure into compliance with all code codes staff recommends that the special magistrate find Tina and firmly in violation of section 10 1 6 8 of the city of Edgewater's code of warrants is land development code and affirm the citation fine in the amount of $75 staff further recommend recommends that the special magistrate order the property be brought into full compliance by September 20th 2026 should the property fail to achieve compliance by that date staff recommends the and position of $100 per day fine beginning September 30 20th 2026 and continuing to the violation has been corrected. As of this date on September 1 26. There was a demo permit that has been issued for the property.

Okay. Anybody here for this property?

State your name and address please. Curtis Cunningham 117 Munson Drive, Edgewater, Florida. Through this process, I kept in contact with the code enforcement. We were working with the architect. The property overall has a renovation plan. We peeled off this particular part of it from the main plan. I told them that I was working through the process with the architect. That was through August. And we got the plans probably 31st submitted the permits on the first for both the demolition and for the building of the structure. The permit is now in review. They've asked for information on going through the process. Some of the walls will remain as part of the demo permit. As stated before, I had been in contact throughout the process with the local officials.

So at this point, has a demo permit been obtained or is it still on the permit? I have the demo permit. I got it late Friday. Okay. So the city is asking for this property to come into compliance on or before September 20th. Is that going to be enough time? What has to come out, I can get out probably by that time, yes.

But some of the walls will remain and it will be to an uninformed observer. not complete. In other words, you know, visually it's still going to look like it does.

I think September 30th would be... Well, the thing is, some of the walls are going to be salvaged.

So, you know, clearing up the permit, getting all that together, it's not an overnight process.

So I have a few options. One, I can keep the city's requested date of September 20th, or I can give you a little bit extra time to just in case there's any contingencies, because it is only 10 days from now.

Yeah, it's not realistic for me to start rebuilding in 10 days. I mean, I still have to get estimates, costs, quotes, this, that, line up builders, order trusses. I mean, there's a lot more to it than just...

Right, but at this point, you'd come into compliance if you demoed that structure.

What I'm required to demo? Okay, that I can do. Something past the 20th would be nice, just to give me a little margin of error. want to say september 30th that works okay and that's going to be for a full demo then the walls on the permit were to remain unless i missed something i think that's what the magistrate was trying to find out whether it was going to be for a full demo no no not a full demo no so what portions of the structure are going to be demoed then The interior pieces, the bathroom fixtures, the sink fixtures inside, the back wall.

I just want to make sure I'm understanding what you're talking about. Because the photos that I have, it looks essentially like a one-room shed, it almost looks like. There's a bathroom in there?

It was a full kitchen bathroom in there. Wow.

It appeared to me that there was only maybe one wall facing maybe a little bit to the side.

Oh. If you go back. Essentially, it was painted white on a portion on the left.

So what is that portion on the left there?

The portion on the left is part of the original building that was in worse shape than the rest of the building. OK. Now, the thing is, here's my conundrum. I still have to get the permit back, so for the rebuild.

So here's what I'm trying to figure out. What would give you a reasonable amount of time to have that structure demoed?

Well, the only thing that's coming down is that small portion on the left is my concern because it's slated on there. It's in the permit plans as rebuild as necessary. I mean, I can pull it down. I just want to make sure that I can still move forward with my permit. Kind of a conundrum.

Here's what I'll do. I'm going to give you until September 30th to have it demoed. What I'm going to say is keep in contact with code enforcement. you have updates on that if something's delayed reach out to them and let them know the worst thing you can do is just not communicate with them I felt that I and they have been courteous and helpful okay do you have anything else sir All right, based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-558, I find that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation, any actions to correct the violation, and any previous violations. order that the respondent correct the violation on or before September 30th, 2026. In order to correct the violation, the respondent shall take the remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. If the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 per day will be imposed for each day the violation continues past September 30th, 2026. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement and to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Additionally, they will uphold the citation fine in the amount of $75. Do you have any questions for me, sir?

None, I just thought since I was communicating with them and being forthright, the fine might be waived, but that's my only comment.

Sorry, sir.

Try to be an open book. Okay, thank you. Good luck. Thank you.

These are the in-person that were scheduled for today. Are there any other cases you want me to take out of order if someone needs to leave or if someone only has one case? All right, next case, new business, section B, case 26-635, 1829 Queen Palm Drive.

The property was inspected on 9-9.

Seeing nobody here for the respondent based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26 dash 635 that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's code of ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. Order that the respondent is subject to a citation fine the amount of $150 which has been paid. That amount is based upon the respondent being a repeat violator. No daily fines or liens shall be assessed as the property is now in compliance. Next up, case 26-569-1907, Date Palm Drive.

The subject property located in 1907 Date Palm Drive at the water floor has been identified by the parcel number included according to the county property praises records owned by Donnelly Stevens. and eight others whose mailing address is 3019 orange tree drive edgewater floor the property is alleged to be in violation of section 1098 property maintenance of the city of edgewater's code of ordinance land development code more specifically code enforcement observed a vacant property that has not been mowed and maintained resulting in grass and weeds in excess of 12 inches 728 26 code enforcement received an internal complaint reference to list the location having grass and weeds in excess of 12 inches arrived and inspected the property and observed the grass and weeds in excess of the 12 inches and determined the property was in violation of section 1098 property nuisance abatement violation was issued the property owner responded was advised of the violation the corrective action next necessary to achieve the compliance was provided until august 6 2026 correct the violation during the course of this case it was discovered that the property was vacant and no one was residing at this location The property was most recently inspected on August 10th, 2026. At the time, the violation was not corrected. As of that date, citation and notice of hearing was issued. And a notice of hearing was provided with accordance with the applicable notice requirements along with the abatement for the compliance of this violation. The property is alleged to be in violation of Section 1098, property maintenance based upon the grass and weeds in excess of 12 inches. Seeing nobody here for the respondent.

Based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-569, find that the respondents are in violation of the City of Edgewater's code of ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and or citations filed in this matter. I will uphold the citation fine in the amount of $75. No daily fines or liens shall be assessed as the property is now in compliance. Next, case number 26-566, 1711 India Palm Drive.

The subject property located at 1711 India Palm Drive has been identified by the parcel number included according to the County Property Appraisers Records going to Trudy Crisco. whose mailing address is 1711 Indian Palm Drive, Edgewater, Florida. The property is alleged to be in violation of Section 10400 Property Maintenance Nuisance Condition of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances Land Development Code. More specifically, code enforcement observed a vacant property that has not been mowed and maintained, resulting in grass and weeds in excess of 12 inches. On July 27, 2026, code enforcement received a complaint from Kim Salisbury, reference to the listed location having grass and weeds in excess of 12 inches. I arrived at the state, observed the grass and weeds in excess of 12 inches, and determined the property was in violation of the section. on this date a property nuisance abatement violation was issued the property owner responder was advised of the violation the corrective action next necessary to achieve compliance was provided until of the case it was discovered that the property was vacant no one residing at this location the property was most recently inspected on 8626 at the time the violation was not corrected a citation notice of hearing was issued and the notice of providing the points with the applicable notice requirements along with the abatement for the compliance of the violation property is alleged to be in violation of section 10 400 property maintenance nuisance condition based upon the grass and weeds in excess of 12 inches i'm not corrected after receiving those to move and maintain the property staff recommends seeing nobody here for the respondent based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-566 find that the respondent is in violation of the city of edgewater's code of ordinances

as listed in the citation and or notice of violation filed in this matter. We'll uphold the citation fine in the amount of $75. No daily fines or liens are to be assessed as the property is now in compliance. Great. Next, case 26-560-408, GN Street.

The subject property, located at 408 Jean Street, Edgewater, Florida, identified by the parcel number included according to the Volusia County property appraisal record. Property owner, Brenda Rivera, whose mailing address is 408 Jean Street, is alleged to be in violation of Section 10-5, nuisance generally of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinance Land Development Code. More specifically, code enforcement observed a large dead tree in the property in the front yards. On July 24, 2026, code enforcement received a complaint from Carol Litzow, 407 Jean Street, reference to a large dead tree at the Litzow location that could possibly fall during a strong storm. On July 24, 2026, I arrived and inspected the property and observed the very large tall leaning dead tree at this location. Based upon the inspection, I determined the property was in violation of section 10-5 nuisance generally. On this date, a nuisance abatement notice of violation was issued to the property. Owner-respondent was advised of the violation. The corrective action necessary to achieve compliance is provided until August 20th, 26th to correct the violation by posting the property certified mail and posting to City Hall. During the course of the case, there has been no contact with the property owner or responsible person to this property. property is most recently inspected on august 20th 2026 at the time no attempts have been made to correct the violation the citation notice of hearing was issued on august 2026 and a notice of the hearing was provided in accordance with the applicable notice requirements property is alleged to be in violation of ten five section ten five nuisance generally based upon visual observations of a very large and tall leaning dead tree to achieve compliance the property owner responders required to remove the dead tree from the property staff recommends a special magistrate find brenda rivera in violation of 10-5 nuisance generally city of edgewater's code of ordinances assessor from the citation fine of 75 staff further recommends that the special magistrate order the property brought be brought into full compliance by september 20 2026 if the violation is not brought into compliance by the day of the order staff recommends a fine of 100 a day per day beginning september 20 2026 okay so is this a just a dead and decayed tree that's in danger of falling over

Okay. Alright, seeing nobody here for the respondent, based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-560, I find that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances as listed in Notice of Violation and or Citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation and the actions to correct the violation and any previous violations. Order that the respondent correct the violation on or before October 20th, 2026. In order to correct the violation, the respondent shall take the remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation. If the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 per day will be imposed for each day the violation continues past October 20th, 2026. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement and to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Additionally, I will order that respondent is subject to a citation fine in the amount of $75. Case 26-656. 2804 Mango Tree Drive.

On August 21st, 2025, on September 30th, 2025, and on June 8th, 2026. Thank you. the notice was provided to David, I'm sorry, Kenneth Lewis, David Helmlinger by certified mail on the property was also posted with the same information. As of this date, I've received no communication of any type or response from Mr. Helmlinger regarding the violation. The subjected property is in violation of 10-400 property maintenance of the city of Aguilar code of ordinances based upon the property owner's failure to properly maintain the property. For compliance, Mr. Helmlinger is required to mow and maintain the property according to the applicable provisions of the City of Edgewater Code of Conditions. On 9-9-2026 at 9 a.m., I observe the property has not been mowed and is not in compliance. The vote is obtained.

What's the amount of daily fines you're recommending and what date? Okay, seeing nobody here for the respondent. Based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-656, find out the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's code of ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation and the actions to correct the violation and any previous violations. I find that the prior violations do constitute a repeat violation. by prior order of the special magistrate. Therefore, I order that the respondent is subject to the citation fine in the amount of $150. Additionally, I order that the respondent, because this is a repeat violation, shall be subject to a fine in the amount of $150 per day beginning on August 20th, 2026. In order to correct the violation, the respondent shall take their remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation and or citation in this matter. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement for compliance and to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Case 26-552-3042, South Ridgewood Avenue.

The subject property located at 3042 South Ridgewood Avenue, Florida, parcel ID included, and is owned by Hannon Land Company, LLC. Property is alleged to be in violation of Section 7-1 Incorporation of the Florida Building Code based upon... concrete pad being poured without a required permit. On January 26, 2026, code enforcement received an internal complaint regarding millings placed on the property without a required stormwater permit. An inspection confirmed the violation, which was subsequently addressed under case number 26-055 and found in violation at the August 13, 2026 magistrate hearing. On February 4, 2026, code enforcement observed that concrete pad had been poured without a permit. Stop work order was issued and posted on the property. On July 21st, 2026, after allowing the owner time to correct the violation, code enforcement issued a notice of violation for the unpermitted concrete patent provided a compliance deadline of August 6th, 2026. A follow-up investigation on August 10th, 2026 confirmed that the violation remained uncorrected. Citation and notice of hearing was issued that same day in accordance with the applicable notice of requirements. Violation of the property The property remains in violation of Section 7-1, incorporation of the Florida Building Code, due to the unpermitted concrete pad and failure to obtain the required permits. Staff recommends that the special magistrate find Hannah Land Company, LLC, in violation of Section 7-1, incorporation of the Florida Building Code, assess and affirm the citation fine of $75. Order the property brought into full compliance by September 20, 2026. Compliance is not achieved by the 20th, September 20th, 2026, and close $100 per day by beginning September 20th, 2026, continuing until compliance is achieved.

Seeing nobody here for the respondent, based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-552, I have the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances as listed in Notice of Violation and or citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation, any actions to correct the violation, and any previous violations. I order that the respondent correct the violation on or before September 20th, 2026. In order to correct the violation, the respondent shall take the remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation and or citation. If the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 will be imposed for each day the violation continues past September 20th, 2026. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement and to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Additionally, the respondent is subject to a citation fine in the amount of $75. Case 26-546, 603 West Indian River Boulevard.

Subject property located at 603 West Indian River Boulevard, Florida. It's identified by the parcel ID number included according to the Volusia County Properties Appraiser's record. The property is owned by Kinney's Groceries Incorporated. Its mailing address is 603 West Indian River Boulevard. The property is alleged to be in violation of Section 10500 Commercial Maintenance Standards of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances and Land Development Code. more specifically code enforcement observed dead dying shrubbery on the property on july 21st 2026 code enforcement observed nearly observed newly planted shrubbery at the the list of location that was either dead and or dying based upon the inspection i determined that the property was in violation of section 10500 commercial maintenance standards courtesy notice was issued with the correction date of august 10 2026. on august excuse me on august 10 2026 i conducted an inspection and noted no change to correct the violation notice violation was issued to the property owner With the corrective action necessary to achieve compliance with the correction date of August 24th, 2026, correct the violation by posting the property, certified mail, and posting city hall. During the course of this case, there has been no contact with the property owner or responsible persons of this property. The property was most recently inspected on August 24th, 2026. At the time, no attempts have been made to correct the violation. citation notice of hearing was issued on august 24th and the notice of hearing was provided in accordance with the notice requirements the property is alleged to be in violation of section 10500 commercial maintenance standards based upon the visual observation of dead dying shrubbery and trees to achieve compliance the property owner respondent is required to remove the dead shrubbery entries from the property and replace new Staff recommends that Special Magistrate find Kenny's Groceries in violation of Section 10500 Commercial Maintenance Standards of the City of Edgewater's Code and assess and affirm the citation fine of $75. Staff further recommends that Special Magistrate order the property brought into full compliance by September 20, 2026. The violation is not brought into compliance by the date ordered. Staff recommends a fine of $100 per day beginning September 20th, 2026 and continue until compliance is achieved.

Seeing nobody here for the respondent. Based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-546, I find that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation and the actions to correct the violation and any previous violations. I order that the respondent correct the violation on or before September 20th, 2026. In order to correct the violation, respondent shall take the remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation. If the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 per day will be imposed. For each day, the violation continues past September 20th, 2026. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement and to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Additionally, the respondent shall be subject to a citation fine in the amount of $75. Case 26-530, 1838 South Ridgewood Avenue.

Good afternoon. For the record, my name is Matthew Ostenberg, current personal supervisor for City of Edgewater. The subject property is located at 1838 South Ridgewood Avenue, Edgewater, Florida, and is identified as parcel ID number 8402-00000060. According to Volusia County property appraisal records, the property is owned by Revenue Properties, Florida Shores LLC, whose mailing address is 551 South Carolina Road, Pompano Beach, Florida. The property is alleged to be in violation of section 10-500 minimum standards for commercial properties in the city of Edgewater. More specifically, code enforcement observed that two pole signs serving the property exhibit missing or cracked panels. On July 14th, 2026, code enforcement received a complaint from the city of Edgewater. from Keith Hochstetler of 720 Corral Trace Boulevard concerning disrepair of the subject property signage. On July 16th, 2026, I inspected the property and observed a missing sign panel from the pole facing Ridgewood Avenue. Additionally, cracked sign panels were observed on the pole sign facing Indian River Boulevard. Based upon the inspection, I determined that the property is in violation of section 10-500 A secondary complaint from the citizen was reported following the opening of this case. On July 17, 2026, a notice of violation was posted at the property, sent to the property owner's mailing address, and was posted at City Hall. The property owner slash respondent was advised of the violation, the corrective action necessary to achieve compliance, and was provided until August 17, 2026 to correct the violation. During the course of the case, I attempted to communicate with property management unsuccessfully several times. Prior to yesterday, the property was most recently inspected on August 18, 2026. At that time, both pole signs were in the same state as I originally observed at the onset of this case with no evidence of any repair efforts. A citation and notice of hearing was issued on August 18, 2026. and notice of the hearing was provided in accordance with the applicant's requirements. Following posting of the citation, Assistant Property Manager Sarah Brownstein from Moorgard contacted me to request a photo of the violations and advised that she would work to have the signs repaired. As of yesterday, September 9th, the property remains in non-compliance. properties alleged to be in violation of section 10 500 minimum standards of commercial property maintenance based upon the missing and damaged sign panels observed on the two pole signs to achieve compliance the property owner is required to repair both of the whole signs to be free of any missing or damaged Staff recommends that the special magistrate find revenue properties for Shores LLC in violation of Section 10500 minimum standards for commercial properties of the City of Edgewater Code of Ordinances and assess the citation fine of $75. Staff further recommends that the special magistrate order the property be brought into full compliance by October 1st, 2026.

Seeing nobody here for the respondent, based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-530, I find that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation, any actions to correct the violation, and any previous violations. I order that the respondent correct the violation on or before October 1st, 2026. In order to correct the violation, the respondent shall take the remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation and citation. I order that the respondent correct If the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine of the amount of $100 will be imposed each day the violation continues past October 1st, 2026. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement and to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Additionally, the respondent is subject to a citation fine in the amount of $75. Case 26-526-3007, Willow Oak Drive. The subject property is located at 3007 Willow Oak Drive, Angola, Florida, and is identified by parcel ID 840207-3039.

According to the Volusia County Property Appraisal Records, the property is owned by Richard A. Long Drive, and is in the address of 3007 Willow Oak Drive. Properties alleged to be in violation of section 1098, property maintenance, and the city of Begwater code of ordinances. On July 7th, while in city control, I observed grass and weeds exceeding 12 inches at the listed address. Based upon my inspection, I determined the property was in violation of section 1098. Photos taken during the inspection. On July 27th, Richard Longbride was issued a notice of violation. Thank you. On September 9, 2026, at 9.20 hours, I conducted a re-inspection of the property, and it is still not in compliance with what was obtained. Staff recommends that Special Magistrate find Richard Long Pride in violation of Section 1098, Property Maintenance, City of Ecuador Code of Ordinances, and assess or affirm the applicable rule for a citation fine of $75 and assess date with God.

What's the amount of daily fines you are seeking and by what date? So since this isn't a repeat violation, I have to give them some time before I actually impose a daily fine. Oh, you did? Okay, so I can do two things. I can just say no daily fines or liens will be assessed at this point. Is that fine? Okay. All right, seeing nobody here for the respondent, based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-526, I find that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's code of ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. I order that the respondent is subject to a citation fine in the amount of $75. At this point there will be no daily fines or liens to be assessed as there is an abatement pending. Case 26-475, there's an A and a B.

It's identified by parcel ID 745001000110. According to the Volusia County Property Appraisers Records, the property is owned by 618 North Ridgewood Avenue, LLC, with a mailing address of 199 New Zealand Drive, Seabrook, New Hampshire. The property is alleged to be in violation of Section 10500 Commercial Maintenance Standards and 2160.05 Prohibited Signs of the Edgewater Code of Ordinances. On July 7, 2026, I noticed a van parked at the listed location was being utilized as a sign for the business and a separate enter sign was posted in the public right of way. Shrubbery around the perimeter of the business had several shrubs that were brown and had died during a freeze. Photographs documenting the condition of the property were taken during the inspection. I initially sent a courtesy letter indicating what issues were and listened to the property owner and also what corrections needed to be made. On August 11th, the corrections hadn't been made. I sent a notice of violation to the property owner. On August 19th, corrections still hadn't been made. I issued citation 0859, and the property owner was notified of the violation and advised of the corrective action necessary to gain compliance. The respondent was provided until August 29th, 2026 to correct the violation. Notice was provided to 618 Richard Avenue LLC by certified mail, and the property was also posted. A citation and notice of hearing were issued in connection with this matter, and a notice of hearing was provided in accordance with the applicable notice of requirement. The subject property is alleged to be in violation of Section 10500 Commercial Maintenance Standards of the City of Edgewater Code of Ordinances. The subject property is alleged to be in violation of Section 216005 Prohibited Signs of the City of Edgewater Code of Ordinances. On 9-9-2026 at 8-10 hours, I conducted a re-inspection of the property and the prohibited sign violations have been corrected. The van has been removed and the enter sign has been removed. The property maintenance has not been completed and it is not in compliance. Photos obtained. On 8-28-2026, $150 citation, number 859 was paid. Staff recommends that the special magistrate find 618 Ridgewood Avenue LLC in violation of section 10500 property maintenance and 2160-05 prohibited signs of the city of Edgewater.

So the violation section 10-500, you said that is not in compliance at this time? Okay, are you asking for daily fines to be imposed for this property by September 20th? And what amount is the city recommending for the daily fine? I know what you mean. All right, seeing nobody here for the respondent. Based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-475A, find that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation and the actions to correct the violation and any previous violations. I order that the respondent correct the violation on or before September 20th, 2026. In order to correct the violation, the respondent shall take their remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation and or citation. If the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 will be imposed for each day the violation continues past September 20th, 2026. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement and to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Additionally, the respondent is subject to a citation in the amount of $150, that would be $75 for this violation. Okay, and they have paid in $75 for 26-475. for case 26-475B. The property is now in compliance, so no daily fines or liens to be assessed, but I will uphold the $75 portion of the citation that has already been paid for that matter. Case 26-444, 1092 South Ridgewood Avenue.

Ignacio Barstolelli is the property owner located at 1092 South Ridgewood Avenue, Edgewater, Florida. The property has been found in violation of Section 21-38.02 General Requirements of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances. On June 24, 2026, Edgewater Fire Inspector Humphreys notified Code Enforcement of the installation of a wood fence at the above-referenced property without the required permits. Upon arrival at the property, I observed an individual actively installing a wood fence. A review of the city's permitting system confirmed that no permit had been issued or applied for. While I was preparing to stop work order, the installer contacted the property owner and advised him of the violation. A notice of violation was subsequently issued establishing a correction date of July 4th, 2026. On August 3rd, 2026, I conducted a reinspection of the property and determined that no fence permit had been obtained or applied for. Citation number 0562, notice of hearing, was subsequently issued. The notice was posted at the property, sent to the property owner via certified mail, and posted at City Hall. The notice included instructions regarding installation of a click-to-enter system as directed by Fire Inspector Humphreys. All applicable notices and provisions of Chapter 10, Article 27 have been complied with. To date, no contact has been made with the property owner regarding this violation. Staff recommends special magistrate find Ignacio Barstilelli in violation of Section 21-3802, general requirements of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances, and assess the citation fine as $75, along with daily fines of $100 if the violation is not corrected by September 20, 2026.

Seeing nobody here for the respondent, based on the testimony and evidence presented in case 26-444, I find that the respondent is in violation of the City of Edgewater's Code of Ordinances as listed in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. Consider the gravity of the violation and the actions to correct the violation and any previous violations. I order that the respondent correct the violation on or before September 20th, 2026. In order to correct the violation, the respondent shall take the remedial action as set forth in the notice of violation and or citation filed in this matter. If the respondent does not comply with this order, a fine in the amount of $100 will be imposed for each day the violation continues past September 20th, 2026. The respondent is further ordered to contact code enforcement to arrange an inspection of the property to verify compliance with this order. Additionally, the respondent is subject to a citation fine in the amount of $75. Then we have one add-on to the agenda. This is case 25-112-167 A and B. Looks like it is a motion to stay. I believe the city has counsel in this case. Do you know if they were made aware of the hearing? Okay. Okay. let me just start off I received this a motion to stay code enforcement orders pending judicial review this morning it has been added here at this point I don't know if the city's council in this matter could be here or not, so I'm going to preface it with that, but I'm going to let you speak since you are here. Thank you. No problem, sir.

Nice to see you again. Go ahead, you too. I have filed a motion to stay for an appeal with the circuit court, and let me see. The city has argued, the city's attorneys argued that under Rule 9.190E3 that I should first request a stay from the lower tribunal. That's why I'm here today, because the city's attorney is the one that's saying that I had to come before you before the circuit court can hear the motion for stay. The compliance deadline is October 1st, and without a stay, I may have to dismantle the structure before the circuit court has an opportunity to review my appeal. If that happens, the purpose of my appeal could be seriously undermined. I'm not asking you to reconsider your August 13 decision today. I'm just asking you to preserve the status quo while the circuit court reviews the case. And I ask you to stay both orders and the, the fine for the October 1st compliance deadline. And I've also brought a proposal, a written order for your consideration. I don't know if you got a copy of that or not.

I do have a copy of it, sir. So the problem I have right now is the city does have attorneys, Mr. Sabatini's law firm, representing it in the circuit court on the appeal.

Right.

have a copy of your motion i do have a copy of the city's response but that was filed in the circuit court correct and not before me right now um i know we also have a special set special magistrate hearing for september 21st what i would be inclined to do is to put this on the september 21st special magistrate hearing so that way the city's attorneys have notice and they can make arrangements to either appear here in person or to file something with the code enforcement.

I understand we're working on a, the city's attorney and myself and the circuit court are working on a hearing date. I believe it's going to be October 5th. We're trying to figure out when everybody's available. I guess September 21st would be okay.

Well, I was thinking since that's going to be before the October 1st deadline for the code enforcement order. and then that way the city's attorneys could be here and then if you all can either come to an agreement or if you have in say an October 5th hearing in front of circuit court then you might be able to come to an agreement with the attorneys on that deadline that's contained in the order right now well if you notice in the in the

City attorney's pleading. He has no objection, I don't think, to a stay. It's just that he's saying that I filed it in the wrong court and I should have come before you first. The reason I didn't come before you first is because you told me to file with the circuit court.

So I'm looking at page one. Section five says the city opposes petitioner's request for a temporary stay. So what I'm inclined to do, I don't want to have you argue this without city's attorneys present here. I am going to go ahead and set this for September 21st so that way we can notify the city's attorneys as well. You know what time that will be on September 21st? At 2 o'clock, September 21st. Since that is 11 days away. We'll give you a written notice, but I'm also giving you a notice right here for that.

The issue becomes it takes me time to comply.

No, I understand, and we will argue that at September 21st, but I don't want you to be making arguments without the city having the benefit of their attorney here. And like I said, they have filed in the circuit court, but you filed a motion here with code enforcement. the Code Enforcement Division. The city technically has not, it's probably going to be the same motion, I would imagine, but I just want to give them a chance to file what they would need to before the September 21st hearing. In other words, I can't make a ruling without city's council present. I understand that. And since I know they're represented by council, I'm not going to make that ruling, but I will make a ruling on September 21st.

Okay, that's fine. Thank you very much.

All right, no problem, sir. Anything else? That's it. All right, I'll see you in 11 days. All right, that is all. We are adjourned. Thank you, have a good one. See you next month or September 21st, maybe.

Ryan, I believe I'm gonna go check and see, but I printed out the new compliance date for 26558, I think that was the one.

Yeah, I had a few that I had on here.

Hello.

So the first one. Test, test, test. It just had different wording. It had subject to a fine of $75 per day each and every day.

Hello. Test one, two. Test, test, test.

Okay. Yeah, what's with that? Get that out.