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THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL Date: 5/10/2024
Code Officer Field Notes CASE NO. 2024-020
Address: 116 Jackson Ave Cape Canaveral, FL. 32920 Owner: Randall Shane Reynolds
Date: Comments:
1/24/24 I conducted a site visit with Fire Inspector Jeff Roberts to look at the extension cord
complaint. We observed an exterior outlet with a plastic weatherproof covering along the wall
next to the boarded-up garage. There were two extension cords coming out and then through a
hole in the boarded-up garage to run a couple of lights for the Thrift Store. The Thrift Store
owner, Steve “Cowboy” Lewis, said the fire damaged his electrical box and he has no power.
Jeff Roberts explained that extension cords are a temporary usage and can only be used for 90
days. Steve “Cowboy” Lewis then complained about the Tiki Bar running extension cords all
throughout the back area to run lights and other things back there. Staff did not enter that area
of the restaurant at this time. Staff informed Steve “Cowboy” Lewis that his electrical needs to
be fixed or he cannot open his store to the public.
I then looked at the second garage in the complaint and found the door has been removed
essentially creating a covered lanai in the rear of the Thrift Store. There is a door in the back
of the garage that is kept locked when the business is closed. There is no violation with this
garage unit.
The third issue of individuals living in the lean too was looked at. There is a six foot gate
going across the front and a six foot fence in rear of the roof coming off the side of the
separate garage bays. The gate has a lock on it and no one was present inside. Inside was
random items stored but nothing to indicate this is being used to live in.
1/25/24 I conducted a follow up visit to see if I could see anyone living in the lean too, but no one was
there and the gate was still locked. The interior looked undisturbed from what I observed
yesterday. I spoke with Steve “Cowboy” Lewis who informed me he and the property owner
discussed the electrical issue and Beach Electric is coming out to see what they can do about
getting electrical restored.
4/23/24 I spoke with the Thrift Store owner, Steve “Cowboy” Lewis, and told him today is day 90.
After today he can no longer use the extension cords for temporary power and without power
he cannot open to the public. He said he will close and not be open for business until he has
power restored.
4/30/24 Several site visits have revealed the Thrift store has not been open to the public and I have not
seen Steve “Cowboy” Lewis at the property.
THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL Date: 5/10/2024
Code Officer Field Notes CASE NO. 2024-020
Address: 116 Jackson Ave Cape Canaveral, FL. 32920 Owner: Randall Shane Reynolds