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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1-19-2017CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MEETING MINUTES January 19, 2017 A Regular Meeting of the Code Enforcement Board was held on January 19, 2017, at Cape Canaveral Public Library Meeting Room, 201 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. Chairperson Mary Russell called the meeting to order at 5:59 p.m. The Board Secretary called the roll. MEMBERS PRESENT Mary Russell Chairperson Christopher Cloney Walter P. Godfrey, Jr James Hale Charles Hartley Paula Collins MEMBERS ABSENT None OTHERS PRESENT Jennifer Nix Brian Palmer Patsy Huffinan Ginger Wright Senior City Attorney Code Enforcement Officer Senior Secretary Board Secretary Board members established the next meeting would be on February 23, 2017. Senior City Attorney Nix swore in all persons giving testimony. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes — August 18, 2016. Motion by Mr. Godfrey, seconded by Mr. Hale, to approve the meeting Minutes of August 18, 2016. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. 2. Election of Board Vice -Chairperson: Motion by Mr. Hale, seconded by Mr. Cloney to nominate Mr. Godfrey as Vice -Chairperson. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. Code Enforcement Board Meeting Minutes January 19, 2017 PUBLIC HEAINGS: 1. Case No. 2016-108 — Violation of Section 34-97, (a) Duties and responsibilities for maintenance; Section 34-98, (6) Building appearance and maintenance; Section 34-121, (1), (2), (3), (4), (5) Intent; Section 34-122, (a) Public nuisances prohibited; of the City Code of Ordinances; Violation of Section 303 Exterior Structure; Section 303.1, General; Section 303.4 Structural members; Section 304 Interior Structure; Section 303.7 Roofs and drainage; Section 304.1 General; Section 304.3 Interior; of The International Property Maintenance Code, as adopted by Section 82-221, of the City of Cape Canaveral Code of Ordinances. (8763 Oleander Ct) — Diane Elbert Code Enforcement Officer Brian Palmer provided an overview of the Case history and presented exhibits. He testified that a Board Order and an Order to Appear were mailed, but never received and the property was posted. Ms. Miller testified she owns 8765 Oleander Ct., which shares a common roof and wall with 8763 Oleander Ct. Tenants at 8765 Oleander Ct. have seen rats. Pictures were submitted, as exhibit number 1. Based on evidence testimony presented, staff respectfully requests the Respondent be found in violation, as set forth in the revised notice of violation and a fine be immediately imposed in the amount of $150.00 for the first day and $75.00 everyday thereafter; until compliance is confirmed by the Code Enforcement Officer and all costs associated with enforcement of the violation be imposed. Motion by Mr. Hale, seconded by Mr. Cloney, to accept Staff's recommendation. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. 2. Case No. 2016-109 — Violation of Section 304.14 Window, skylight and door frames; Section 303.14.1 Glazing; Section 303.15 Insect screens; of The International Property Maintenance Code, as adopted by Section 82-221, of the City of Cape Canaveral Code of Ordinances. (720 Beach Park Lane) -Joseph N & Diane Robillard Code Enforcement Officer Brian Palmer provided an overview of the Case history and presented exhibits. He testified that a Board Order and an Order to Appear were mailed and received. Based on the evidence and testimony presented Staff respectfully requests the Respondent be found violation, as set forth in the revised notice of violation and a fine be immediately imposed in the amount of $100.00 for the first day and $50.00 everyday thereafter; until compliance is confirmed by the Code Enforcement Officer and all costs associated with enforcement of the violation be imposed. Code Enforcement Board Meeting Minutes January 19, 2017 Motion by Mr. Godfrey, seconded by Mr. Hale, to accept Staff's recommendation and find the Respondent in violation. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS: None ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 6:4/6 p.m. Approved on this 1�3 day of J"44,,'ec12017. glt4'�� — U Mary Ru 11, Chairperson Ge right, oard Secr Pursuant to Section 286.0105, F.S., the City hereby advises the public that: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Code Enforcement Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, that person will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the City for the introduction or admission into evidence of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. In agcoroance with the Americans with Disabilities Act: all interested parties may attend this Public Meeting. The facility is accessible to the physically handicapped. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in the proceedings should contact the Building Department (321)868-1222 48 hours in advance of the meeting.