HomeMy WebLinkAboutCode Complaint 120 Jackson AveMrs. Schaller,
I wanted to send you an email in response to a code enforcement complaint you filed with me earlier this week (January 23rd), regarding 116/118/120 Jackson Avenue (property). Specifically,
the complaint involved a lean-to on the property, and the possibility of vagrants residing on the property. You also asked code enforcement to investigate two extension cords running
from an outside outlet through the plywood at the back of 120 Jackson Avenue into the thrift store. I stated the City’s Fire Inspector would be involved in the inspection for code compliance.
Below are Officer Robinson’s field notes regarding his investigation on said complaints:
• 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, Cowboy, 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. Cowboy 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 Tiki Bar. Staff informed Cowboy 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-to 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-to, but no one was there and the gate was still locked. The interior looked undisturbed
from what I observed yesterday. I spoke with Cowboy 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.
We will continue to monitor this area for vagrants or homeless residing in the lean-to. We will also notify BCSO and ask if they can periodically check the area for individuals residing
in the lean-to. CE will also monitor and reinspect the property to ensure the extension cords are removed and not used once the 90 days has elapsed.
I am available at your convenience, to discuss the complaint filed by the Thrift Store owner regarding the use of extension cords on your premises, as noted in Officer Robinson’s notes
above. We would also like to provide any recommendations, if necessary.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Brian Palmer
Deputy Director Community & Economic Development/Code Enforcement Manager
City of Cape Canaveral <http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/>
phone (321) 868-1220 ext. 115
fax (321) 868-1247
100 Polk Avenue — P.O. Box 326
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 <http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/>
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