HomeMy WebLinkAboutEmail to PegDave, Here is my proposed email to Peg. I changed my mind on how to approach her about the complaint after reading Chris’s field notes. Thank you.
Mrs. Schaller,
On 1/23/2024 you filed a complaint regarding a lean too and the possibility of vagrants residing on the property. You also asked code enforcement to inspect the two extension cords that
were running from an outside outlet through the plywood at the back of the property into the thrift store. I informed you that we would also have the Fire Inspector inspect the extension
cords for code compliance. The following is the Field notes from Officer Robinson’s inspection.
“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 restaurant at this time. 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 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 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 too. We will also notify BCSO and ask if they can periodically check the area for individuals residing
in the lean too. CE will also monitor and reinspect the property to ensure the extension cords are removed and not used once the 90 days has elapsed.
CE would like to meet with you, at your convenience, to address the complaint filed by the Thrift Store owner. We would also like to provide any recommendations, if necessary, to replace
any extension cords that may be in use.
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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