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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026 02 24 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting Agenda Packet.pdfCODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026 - 5:30 PM CITY HALL - COMMISSION CHAMBERS 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434, WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA 1 CALL TO ORDER Roll Call Invocation Pledge Of Allegiance Approval Of The Agenda Swearing in of Code Enforcement Officers and Other Individuals Giving Testimony REGULAR AGENDA PART I 700. Election for Chairperson of the Code Enforcement Board for Calendar Year 2026 701. Election for Vice-Chairperson of the Code Enforcement Board for Calendar Year 2026 INFORMATIONAL 100. Code Compliance Monthly Report - January 2026 Code Compliance Monthly Report - January 2026.pdf CONSENT AGENDA 200. Approval of the Minutes: Tuesday, August 26, 2025 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting 2025 08 26 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting Minutes.pdf 201. Approval of the Minutes: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting 2025 09 23 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting Minutes.pdf PUBLIC HEARINGS : CONTINUED CASES 300. Not Used PUBLIC HEARINGS : REPEAT CASES 400. Not Used PUBLIC HEARINGS : NEW CASES 500. Case# 2025CE000642 Respondent(s): Victoria E Castro, Jose A Castro, and/or Jessica L Dawson Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir. Violation(s):IPMC Section 304.8 – Decorative Features Presentation.pdf Additional Case Information.pdf 501. Case # 2026CE000121 Respondent(s): Nicole Commesso 2 Address: 1454 King Ct Violation(s): WS City Ord. 13-2(c)-Prohibitions WS City Ord. 13-2(e)- Prohibitions IPMC 2024 Sec. 302.7-Accessory Structures IPMC 2024 Sec. 303.2-Enclosures Presentation-2026CE000121 Additional Information- 2026CE000121 PUBLIC HEARINGS : NON-COMPLIANCE CASES 600. Not Used REGULAR AGENDA - PART II 702. Not Used ADJOURNMENT PUBLIC NOTICE This is a Public Meeting, and the public is invited to attend and this Agenda is subject to change. Please be advised that one (1) or more Members of any of the City's Advisory Boards and Committees may be in attendance at this Meeting, and may participate in discussions. Persons with disabili@es needing assistance to par@cipate in any of these proceedings should contact the C ity of W inter S prings at (407) 327-1800 "at least 48 hours prior to mee@ng, a wriBen request by a physically handicapped person to aBend the mee@ng, directed to the chairperson or director of such board, commission, agency, or authority" - per Section 286.26 Florida Statutes. “I f a person decides to appeal any decision made by the board, agency, or commission with respect to any maBer considered at such mee@ng or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verba@m record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based” - per Section 286.0105 Florida Statutes. 3 REGULAR AGENDA PART I  ITEM 700 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD AGENDA | FEBRUARY 24, 2026 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Election for Chairperson of the Code Enforcement Board for Calendar Year 2026 SUMMARY P ursuant to C ity Code, Secon 2-41(h), "U nless otherwise provided by state or federal law, each board and commi(ee shall be responsible to elect, by majority vote of the members of each board or commi(ee, a chairperson and vice-chairperson. T he elecon shall occur annually at the first meeng held in January, unless there is no J anuary meeng, then the next meeng held. A ll newly established boards and commi(ees shall make such elecons at their regularly held meeng and then annually as stated above. A lternate members (as provided below) shall not be elected to posions of chairperson or deputy-chairperson." The Chairperson for 2025 was Stephen Gildea. FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Code Enforcement Board discuss and elect a Chairperson for calendar year 2026. 4 REGULAR AGENDA PART I  ITEM 701 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD AGENDA | FEBRUARY 24, 2026 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Election for Vice-Chairperson of the Code Enforcement Board for Calendar Year 2026 SUMMARY P ursuant to C ity Code, Secon 2-41(h), "U nless otherwise provided by state or federal law, each board and commi)ee shall be responsible to elect, by majority vote of the members of each board or commi)ee, a chairperson and vice-chairperson. T he elecon shall occur annually at the first meeng held in January, unless there is no J anuary meeng, then the next meeng held. A ll newly established boards and commi)ees shall make such elecons at their regularly held meeng and then annually as stated above. A lternate members (as provided below) shall not be elected to posions of chairperson or deputy-chairperson." The Vice-Chairperson for 2025 was Miguel Martin. FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Code Enforcement Board discuss and elect a Vice-Chairperson for calendar year 2026. 5 INFORMATIONAL ITEM 100 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD AGENDA | FEBRUARY 24, 2026 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Code Compliance Monthly Report - January 2026 SUMMARY FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION Informational 6 Junk and Debris - 15Irrigation Violations - 3Parking Violations - 73No House Numbers - 24Obstructing Sidewalk - 53Abandon Vehicles - 250 20 40 60 80 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 Code Cases Initiated - 251 Open Cases - 45 Code Board Cases - 0 C O D E C O M P L I A N C E M O N T H L Y R E P O R T J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 6 101 Signs Removed from Right-of-Way I F Y O U S E E A N I S S U E W I T H I N Y O U R A R E A T H A T Y O U F E E L C O D E C O M P L I A N C E S H O U L D I N V E S T I G A T E , C O M P L E T E O U R C O D E C O M P L A I N T E F O R M , B Y U S I N G T H E Q R C O D E B E L O W . 7 CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 200 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD AGENDA | FEBRUARY 24, 2026 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Approval of the Minutes: Tuesday, August 26, 2025 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting SUMMARY FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Code Board approve the Tuesday, August 26, 2025 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting Minutes as presented. 8 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 26, 2025 CITY HALL – COMMISSION CHAMBERS CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA CALL TO ORDER Chair Stephen Gildea called to Order the Tuesday, August 26, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Code Enforcement Board at 5:30 p.m., in the Commission Chambers (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708.) Roll Call: Chair Stephen Gildea, present Vice Chair Miguel Martin, present Board Member Art Gallo, present Board Member Maurice Kaprow, present Board Member Joanne Krebs, present Board Member Karen Owens, present Board Attorney Amelia Ulmer, present City Clerk Christian Gowan, present Also Present: Deputy Chief Kevin Presley, Winter Springs Police Department (WSPD) Mr. Chris Elbon, Code Compliance Inspector, WSPD Mr. Carlos DeFoe, Code Compliance Inspector, WSPD A moment of silence was held followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Deputy Chief Presley noted that items 503 and 504 were being removed from the agenda as they had come into compliance. City Clerk Christian Gowan swore in those who would be providing testimony. INFORMATIONAL AGENDA 100.) Code Compliance Monthly Report – July 2025 No discussion. CONSENT AGENDA 200) Approval of the Minutes from the Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting “I MAKE A MOTION THAT THE MINUTES BE APPROVED WITH THE MENTIONED CORRECTIONS.” MOTION BY VICE-CHAIR MARTIN. SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER GALLO. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); KAPROW (AYE); KREBS (AYE); OWENS (AYE); MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 9 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING – AUGUST 26, 2025 PAGE 2 OF 4 PUBLIC HEARINGS: CONTINUED CASES 300. Not Used PUBLIC HEARINGS: REPEAT CASES 400) Not Used PUBLIC HEARINGS: NEW CASES 500) Case #2025CE000444 Address: 300 S Edgemon Avenue Respondent: Vanessa O. Celi Aguilera Violation: FBC Section 105.1 – Permits, Required Note: The Respondent was not present. Inspector Elbon introduced the case, offered testimony on the procedures of notice and the violation, and showed photos from the “Presentation.” The Board accepted the packet as published into evidence without objection. Officer Elbon recommended a compliance date of September 25, 2025 and a fine of up to $250 per day violation if this was not met. Discussion followed on communications with property owner, occupancy of the property, communication with permitting staff, and the difference between accessory structures and accessory dwelling units. “I MOVE TO FIND THE PHOTOGRAPHS AND TESTIMONY OF CODE OFFICER CHRISTOPHER ELBON CLEARLY SHOW THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT SUPPORT TO SUBSTANTIATE THE ISSUES PRESENT WITH THE PROPERTY AS IT RELATES TO A VIOLATION OF FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, FBC CODE SECTION 105.1, PERMITS REQUIRED AND ORDER THAT THE RESPONDENT BE GIVEN UNTIL SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 TO ESTABLISH COMPLIANCE. IN THE EVENT THE VIOLATION IS NOT CORRECTED, A FINE OF ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($150) SHALL BE IMPOSED PER DAY UNTIL COMPLIANCE IS REPORTED TO AND VERIFIED BY THE CITY CODE ENFORCEMENT.” MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER GALLO. SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER KREBS. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); KAPROW (AYE); KREBS (AYE); OWENS (AYE) MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 501) Case #2025CE000445 Address: 300 S Edgemon Avenue Respondent: Vanessa O. Celi Aguilera Violation: WSCO Section 20-182 – Uses Permitted Note: The Respondent was not present. Inspector Elbon introduced the case, offered testimony on the procedures of notice and the violation, and showed photos from the “Presentation.” The Board accepted the packet as published into evidence without objection. Officer Elbon recommended a compliance date of September 5, 2025 and a fine of up to $250 per day violation if this was not met. 10 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING – AUGUST 26, 2025 PAGE 3 OF 4 Discussion followed on zoning requirements and what was allowed in different zoning classifications and safety concerns associated with unpermitted conversions to single-family residences. “I MOVE TO FIND THAT, BASED ON THE INSPECTOR'S TESTIMONY, THE PHOTOGRAPHS AND ALL OF THE EVIDENCE THAT WAS PRESENTED, SHOWS THAT THERE ARE, IN FACT, VIOLATIONS OF WINTER SPRINGS CODE SECTION 20-182, USES PERMITTED IN THAT THIS PROPERTY IS BEING USED FOR THREE AIRBNB RENTALS IN A SINGLE FAMILY ZONE, AND THAT THE RESPONDENT IS IN VIOLATION OF THE CITY CODE. I MOVE THAT THE RESPONDENT BE GIVEN UNTIL SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 TO CORRECT THE VIOLATIONS. IN THE EVENT THAT RESPONDENT FAILS TO COMPLY BY THIS DAY, A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($250) SHALL BE IMPOSED PER DAY UNTIL COMPLIANCE IS REPORTED TO AND VERIFIED BY CITY CODE ENFORCEMENT.” MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER KAPROW. SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER OWENS. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); KAPROW (AYE); KREBS (AYE); OWENS (AYE) MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 502) Case #2025CE000446 Address: 300 S Edgemon Avenue Respondent: Vanessa O. Celi Aguilera Violation: WSCO Section 6-84(a) – Accessory Buildings, General Note: The Respondent was not present. Inspector Elbon introduced the case, offered testimony on the procedures of notice and the violation, and showed photos from the “Presentation.” The Board accepted the packet as published into evidence without objection. Officer Elbon recommended a compliance date of September 25, 2025 and a fine of up to $250 per day violation if this was not met. Discussion followed on what was required to convert the structure in question back to an approved accessory structure rather than an accessory dwelling unit. “I MOVE TO FIND THAT THE PHOTOGRAPHS AND TESTIMONY OF OUR INSPECTOR SHOW THAT THERE ARE ACTUAL FINDINGS OF A VIOLATION OF WINTER SPRINGS, CODE OF ORDINANCE, SECTION 6-84(A) AND THAT THE RESPONDENT BE GIVEN UNTIL SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 TO BRING THE PROPERTY INTO COMPLIANCE WITH SAID SECTION. IF NOT BROUGHT INTO COMPLIANCE, A DAILY FINE OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200) A DAY SHALL BE ASSESSED UNTIL BROUGHT INTO COMPLIANCE.” MOTION BY VICE-CHAIR MARTIN. SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER KAPROW. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); KAPROW (AYE); KREBS (AYE); OWENS (AYE) MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 11 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING – AUGUST 26, 2025 PAGE 4 OF 4 503) Case #2025CE001138 Address: 848 Benchwood Court Respondent(s): FKH SFR PROPCO B-HLD, LP Violation: IPMC Section 302.7 – Accessory Structures *As noted, this item was pulled from the agenda. 504) Case #2025CE001139 Address: 848 Benchwood Court Respondent(s): FKH SFR PROPCO B-HLD, LP Violation: WSCO Section 20-439(a) – Parking Areas on Residential Lots; Design Requirements *As noted, this item was pulled from the agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS: NON-COMPLIANCE CASES 600) Not Used REGULAR AGENDA 700. Not Used ADJOURNMENT Chair Gildea adjourned the meeting at 6:34 PM RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ___________________________________ CHRISTIAN D. GOWAN, MPA, CMC CITY CLERK NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting. 12 CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 201 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD AGENDA | FEBRUARY 24, 2026 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Approval of the Minutes: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting SUMMARY FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Code Board approve the Tuesday, September 23, 2025 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting Minutes as presented. 13 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 CITY HALL – COMMISSION CHAMBERS CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA CALL TO ORDER Chair Stephen Gildea called to Order the Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Code Enforcement Board at 5:30 p.m., in the Commission Chambers (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708.) Roll Call: Chair Stephen Gildea, present Vice Chair Miguel Martin, present Board Member Art Gallo, present Board Member Maurice Kaprow, absent - excused Board Member Joanne Krebs, absent - excused Board Member Karen Owens, present Board Member Jonathan Obear, present Board Attorney Amelia Ulmer, present City Clerk Christian Gowan, present Also Present: Deputy Chief Kevin Presley, Winter Springs Police Department (WSPD) Lieutenant Keith Whitmore, WSPD Mr. Chris Elbon, Code Compliance Inspector, WSPD Mr. Carlos DeFoe, Code Compliance Inspector, WSPD A moment of silence was held followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Deputy Chief Presley noted that item 502 was being removed from the agenda as the property had come into compliance. City Clerk Christian Gowan swore in those who would be providing testimony. INFORMATIONAL AGENDA 100.) Code Compliance Monthly Report – August 2025 No discussion. CONSENT AGENDA 200. Not Used PUBLIC HEARINGS: CONTINUED CASES 300. Not Used PUBLIC HEARINGS: REPEAT CASES 400) Not Used 14 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING – SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 PAGE 2 OF 5 PUBLIC HEARINGS: NEW CASES 500) Case #2025CE001153 Address: 401 N US Hwy 17-92 Respondent(s): Reeco Properties, LLLP Violation: FBC Section 105.1 – Permits, Required Note: The Respondent was present. Inspector Elbon introduced the case, offered testimony on the procedures of notice and the violation, and showed photos from the “Presentation.” The Board accepted the packet as published into evidence without objection. Inspector Elbon recommended a compliance date of October 23, 2025 and a fine of $250 per day if this was not met. Discussion followed on communications with the property owner. Brian Reece and Rodrigo Moreira, Respondents, testified regarding permits that had been issued, noted potential confusion due to addressing, and provided a document for the record 1. Further discussion followed with Board Members expressing they would like more information about the status of permits before making any final decision on the case. “I MOVE TO CONTINUE THIS CASE UNTIL THE NEXT REGULAR CODE ENFORCEMENT MEETING.” MOTION BY VICE-CHAIR MARTIN. SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER OWENS. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); OBEAR (AYE); OWENS (AYE); MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 501) Case# 2025CE001429 Respondent(s): Waldbauer, Brian; Waldbauer Jessica Address: 75 S Cortez Ave. Violation(s): WS City Ord. 20-438- Parking vehicles in residential front yards and on sidewalks prohibited IPMC 2024- Sec 308.1 Accumulation of Rubbish or Garbage Note: The Respondent was not present. Inspector DeFoe introduced the case, offered testimony on the procedures of notice and the violation, and showed photos from the “Presentation.” The Board accepted the packet as published into evidence without objection as well as four additional photos provided by the inspector. Inspector DeFoe recommended a compliance date of October 23, 2025 and a fine of up to $250 per day per violation if this was not met. Brief discussion followed on communication efforts and what was needed for the property to come into compliance. “I MOVE TO FIND THAT THE PHOTOGRAPHS AND TESTIMONY OF CODE OFFICER CARLOS DEFOE CLEARLY SHOWS THERE IS SUFFICIENT SUPPORT TO SUBSTANTIATE THE ISSUES 1 The noted document is attached to the end of these minutes. 15 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING – SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 PAGE 3 OF 5 PRESENT WITH PROPERTY AS IT RELATES TO A VIOLATION OF WINTER SPRINGS CITY ORDINANCE 20-438, PARKING VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL FRONT YARDS AND ON SIDEWALKS AND INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE (IPMC) 308.1, ACCUMULATION OF RUBBISH OR GARBAGE AND ORDER THAT THE RESPONDENTS BE GIVEN UNTIL OCTOBER 23, 2025 TO ESTABLISH COMPLIANCE. IN THE EVENT THE VIOLATION IS NOT CORRECTED, A FINE OF ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($150) PER DAY SHALL BE IMPOSED FOR THE VIOLATION OF WINTER SPRINGS CITY ORDINANCE 20- 438 AND A FINE OF FIFTY DOLLARS ($50) PER DAY SHALL BE IMPOSED FOR VIOLATION OF IPMC 308.1 UNTIL COMPLIANCE IS REPORTED TO AND VERIFIED BY CITY CODE ENFORCEMENT.” MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER GALLO. SECONDED BY VICE-CHAIR MARTIN. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); OBEAR (AYE); OWENS (AYE); MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 502) Case# 2025CE001019 Respondent(s): DUFAULT, ANGELA M; DUFAULT, GERARD P Address: 122 N Alderwood St Violation(s): IPMC 2024 Sec. 302.4- Weeds IPMC 2024 Sec. 308.1- Accumulations of Rubbish or Garbage WS City Ord. 20-438- Parking vehicles in residential front yards and on sidewalks prohibited IPMC 2024 Sec. 302.7- Accessory Structures *As noted, this item was pulled from the agenda. 503) Case# 2025CE001347 Respondent(s): GABRIELE, ALLEN J Address: 915 Puma Trl Violation(s): WS City Ord. 12-53- Abandonment of motor vehicles prohibited IPMC 2024- 302.4 - Weeds Note: The Respondent was present Inspector DeFoe introduced the case, offered testimony on the procedures of notice and the violation, and showed photos from the “Presentation.” The Board accepted the packet as published into evidence without objection including four additional photographs that were presented by the inspector. Inspector DeFoe recommended a compliance date of October 23, 2025 and a fine of up to $250 per day per violation if this was not met. Allen Gabrielle, Respondent, 915 Puma Trail, Winter Springs testified about the status of the vehicles in question, medical issues that had prevented him from addressing the overgrowth and asked for 60 days to remedy the violations. Discussion followed on the necessary actions to come into compliance, a recommendation to stay in contact with code compliance to ensure actions taken are sufficient, and an appropriate timeline for compliance. “I MOVE TO FIND THAT THE PHOTOGRAPHS AND TESTIMONY FROM OFFICER DEFOE SHOW THAT THERE ARE ACTUAL FINDINGS THAT THE RESPONDENT IS IN CURRENT VIOLATION OF WINTER SPRING CITY ORDINANCE 12-53, ABANDONMENT OF MOTOR 16 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING – SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 PAGE 4 OF 5 VEHICLES, AND IPMC VERSION 2024, SECTION 302.4, WEEDS. I MOVE THAT THE RESPONDENT BE GIVEN 60 DAYS [UNTIL NOVEMBER 22, 2025] TO CORRECT THE VIOLATION. IN THE EVENT THAT THE RESPONDENT FAILS TO COMPLY BY THIS DATE, A FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS ($25) PER DAY PER VIOLATION SHALL BE IMPOSED UNTIL THOSE VIOLATIONS COME INTO COMPLIANCE AND ARE REPORTED TO AND VERIFIED BY CITY CODE ENFORCEMENT.” MOTION BY VICE-CHAIR MARTIN. SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER GALLO. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); OBEAR (AYE); OWENS (AYE); MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: NON-COMPLIANCE CASES 600) Case #2025CE000238 Address: 206 Cottonwood Dr Respondent(s): Isabella Borini and/or Joseph Ariola Violation: FBC Section 105.1 – Permits, Required Note: The Respondent was present Inspector Elbon introduced the case, offered testimony on the procedures of notice and the violation, and reviewed the “Presentation.” The Board accepted the packet as published into evidence without objection. Inspector Elbon recommended the Board’s previous order be imposed with a fine of $200 per day from August 1, 2025 and continuing until the violation was corrected. Joseph Ariola, Respondent, 206 Cottonwood Drive testified that a professional drawing and sealed plans were outstanding on the permit and noted that he had received them today. He further testified about efforts to come into compliance and difficulties related to his work schedule and asked for a brief extension to avoid any fines. Discussion followed on available options the Board could consider including extending the original compliance date, the necessary amount of time to come into compliance, and the need for the permit to be issued to meet compliance. “I MOVE TO ADJUST THE ORIGINAL ORDER DATE THAT WAS LISTED ON THE NOTICE SIGNED ON JUNE 9TH TO HAVE A COMPLIANCE DATE OF OCTOBER 1ST, 2025. IN THE EVENT THAT HE [RESPONDENT] DOES NOT COMPLY BY THAT DATE, THE ORIGINAL FINES THAT WERE IN THAT ORDER ARE TO BE ACCRUED.” MOTION BY VICE-CHAIR MARTIN. SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER GALLO. DISCUSSION. VOTE: GALLO (AYE); OBEAR (AYE); OWENS (AYE); MARTIN (AYE); GILDEA (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. REGULAR AGENDA 700. Not Used 17 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD REGULAR MEETING – SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 PAGE 5 OF 5 ADJOURNMENT Chair Gildea adjourned the meeting at 6:57 PM RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ___________________________________ CHRISTIAN D. GOWAN, MPA, CMC CITY CLERK NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting. 18 19 20 21 22 23 PUBLIC HEARINGS : NEW CASES ITEM 500 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD AGENDA | FEBRUARY 24, 2026 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Case# 2025CE000642 Respondent(s): Victoria E Castro, Jose A Castro, and/or Jessica L Dawson Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir. Violation(s):IPMC Section 304.8 – Decorative Features SUMMARY FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION S taff recommends the C ode E nforcement Board find the property in viola5on, issue an O rder requiring the viola5on be corrected and the property brought into compliance on or before M arch 26, 2026 (30 days), and consider an imposi5on of a daily fine of up to $250.00 per day in the event the requirements of the O rder have not been met by the date set for compliance by the Code Enforcement Board. 24 City of Winter Springs Code Enforcement Division Code Enforcement Board February 24, 2025 Respondent(s): Victoria E Castro, Jose A Castro, and/or Jessica L Dawson Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Violation(s): IPMC Section 304.8 – Decorative Features Case No. 2025CE000642 25 IPMC Section 304.8 Decorative Features Cornices, belt courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings, and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage in a safe condition. Case No. 2025CE000642 26 April 2, 2025– While CCI Elbon was posting an unrelated Notice of Compliance hearing at the residence, CCI Elbon observed the decorative column wrap surrounding the column adjacent to the front door at the referenced property, which failed to be kept in a proper state of repair. (Exhibits 1-3). Case Summary Case No. 2025CE000642 27 Exhibit 1 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: April 2, 2025 28 Exhibit 2 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: April 2, 2025 29 Exhibit 3 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: April 2, 2025 30 April 15, 2025 – Courtesy Notice sent to the property owner(s) by USPS Regular First- Class Mail. May 19, 2025 – CCI Elbon conducted a re-inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation (Exhibits 4-5). Case Summary Case No. 2025CE000642 31 Exhibit 4 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: May 19, 2025 32 Exhibit 5 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: May 19, 2025 33 May 19, 2025 – Notice of Code Violation sent to the property owner(s) by USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt Requested. May 22, 2025 – Notice of Code Violation delivered to the property owner(s). June 23, 2025 – CCI Elbon conducted a re-inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation (Exhibits 6-7). Case Summary Case No. 2025CE000642 34 Exhibit 6 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: June 23, 2025 35 Exhibit 7 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: June 23, 2025 36 July 31, 2025 – CCI Elbon conducted a re-inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation (Exhibits 8-9). October 2, 2025 – CCI Elbon conducted a re-inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation (Exhibits 10-11). November 9, 2025, November 19, 2025, and December 11, 2025 – CCI Elbon conducted a re-inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation. Case Summary Case No. 2025CE000642 37 Exhibit 8 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: July 31, 2025 38 Exhibit 9 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: July 31, 2025 39 Exhibit 10 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: October 2, 2025 40 Exhibit 11 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: October 2, 2025 41 December 15, 2025 – This case was reassigned to CCI Presley. CCI Presley contacted homeowner Jose Castro by phone, who advised that he has scheduled the column repair for January 15, 2026. January 8, 2026 – CCI Presley contacted Jose Castro by phone for a follow-up, and he informed CCI Presley that the workers had been there today and would be completing the repairs over the next few days. Case Summary Case No. 2025CE000642 42 January 23, 2026 – CCI Presley conducted a re-inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation (Exhibits 12-13). Case Summary Case No. 2025CE000642 43 Exhibit 12 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: January 23, 2026 44 Exhibit 13 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: January 23, 2026 45 January 23, 2026– Notice of Hearing sent to the property owner(s) by USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt Requested. January 23, 2026 – CCI Presley posted Notice of Hearing at the referenced property and at City Hall and executed an Affidavit of Service (Exhibit 14). Case Summary Case No. 2025CE000642 46 Exhibit 14 Address: 1112 Arbor Glen Cir Case No. 2025CE000642 Date Taken: January 23, 2026 47 Staff recommends the Code Enforcement Board find the property in violation, issue an Order requiring the violation be corrected and the property brought into compliance on or before March 26, 2026 (30 days), and consider an imposition of a daily fine of up to $250.00 per day in the event the requirements of the Order have not been met by the date set for compliance by the Code Enforcement Board. Case No. 2025CE000642 Staff Recommendation 48 WINTER SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION 300 North Moss Road - Winter Springs, FL 32708 Business (407) 327-7975 - Fax (407) 327-6652 April 15, 2025 COURTESY NOTICE CASE NO: 2025CE000642 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR, WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 PARCEL NO: 12-21-30-508-0000-0370 This Courtesy Notice requires your immediate attention. An inspection of the above mentioned property was performed on the date(s) below and has revealed a violation(s) of the City of Winter Springs Code of Ordinances. Attached is the ordinance section for your reference. The violation(s) listed below must be corrected on or before the date set below for correction, and the property maintained in a manner which will not allow violation(s) to recur to avoid further enforcement action. Please notify the Winter Springs Code Compliance Division as soon as the violation(s) are corrected. Inspector Date of Inspection Chris Elbon April 2, 2025 Municipal Code Violation/Corrective Action IPMC Section 304.8 – Decorative Features Decorative column wrap surrounding the column adjacent to the front door fails to be maintained in good repair. Repair decorative column wrap in a workmanlike manner. PLEASE NOTE: The violation(s) listed above must be corrected on or before May 18, 2025, and the property maintained in a manner which will not allow violation(s) to recur to avoid further enforcement action. Please notify the Winter Springs Code Compliance Division as soon as the violation(s) are corrected. Failure to correct the violation(s) on or before May 18, 2025, may result in additional enforcement action, including a hearing before the City of Winter Springs Code Enforcement Board, which has the power to levy fines up to $250.00 per day per violation and up to $500.00 per day per violation for repeat violations. In addition, if the violation is one that presents a serious threat to the public health, safety and welfare, pursuant to Chapter 162, Section 162.09 of the Florida Statutes, the Code Enforcement Board has the authority to notify the City Commission, which may make all reasonable repairs which are required to bring the property into compliance and charge the violator with the reasonable cost of the repairs along with any fine imposed. If the violation is corrected and then recurs, or if the violation is not corrected by the time specified for correction, the case may be presented to the Code Enforcement Board even if the violation has been corrected prior to the board hearing. If this is a repeat violation, the case may be presented to the Code Enforcement Board even if the repeat violation has been corrected prior to the board hearing and an automatic fine shall be levied. Violations may result in fines of up to $250.00 per day for each day a violation exists or up to $500.00 per day if a violation is a repeat violation per Florida State Statute, Chapter 162. If you have any questions regarding this notice, please do not hesitate to contact the City of Winter Springs Code Compliance Division. To schedule an inspection, or should you require additional information regarding this notice, please contact the Winter Springs Code Compliance Division at (407) 327-7975. CASTRO, VICTORIA E AND/OR CASTRO, JOSE A AND/OR DAWSON, JESSICA L 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 49 CASE NO: 2025CE000642 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR, WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Municipal Code Code Text IPMC Section 304.8 – Decorative Features Cornices, belt courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition. Thank you for your attention and cooperation, ___________________________ Chris Elbon, CEP, COSS, CCEO Code Compliance Inspector City of Winter Springs (407) 327-7558 celbon@winterspringsfl.org Chris Elbon 50 WINTER SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION 300 North Moss Road - Winter Springs, FL 32708 Business (407) 327-7975 - Fax (407) 327-6652 May 19, 2025 NOTICE OF CODE VIOLATION CASE NO: 2025CE000642 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR, WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 PARCEL NO: 12-21-30-508-0000-0370 This Notice of Code Violation requires your immediate attention. An inspection of the above mentioned property was performed on the date(s) below and has revealed a violation(s) of the City of Winter Springs Code of Ordinances. Attached is the ordinance section for your reference. The violation(s) listed below must be corrected on or before the date set below for correction, and the property maintained in a manner which will not allow violation(s) to recur to avoid further enforcement action. Please notify the Winter Springs Code Compliance Division as soon as the violation(s) are corrected. Inspector Date of Inspection Chris Elbon April 2, 2025 May 19, 2025 Municipal Code Violation/Corrective Action IPMC Section 304.8 – Decorative Features Decorative column wrap surrounding the column adjacent to the front door fails to be maintained in good repair. Repair decorative column wrap in a workmanlike manner. PLEASE NOTE: The violation(s) listed above must be corrected on or before June 19, 2025, and the property maintained in a manner which will not allow violation(s) to recur to avoid further enforcement action. Please notify the Winter Springs Code Compliance Division as soon as the violation(s) are corrected. Failure to correct the violation(s) on or before June 19, 2025, may result in additional enforcement action, including a hearing before the City of Winter Springs Code Enforcement Board, which has the power to levy fines up to $250.00 per day per violation and up to $500.00 per day per violation for repeat violations. In addition, if the violation is one that presents a serious threat to the public health, safety and welfare, pursuant to Chapter 162, Section 162.09 of the Florida Statutes, the Code Enforcement Board has the authority to notify the City Commission, which may make all reasonable repairs which are required to bring the property into compliance and charge the violator with the reasonable cost of the repairs along with any fine imposed. If the violation is corrected and then recurs, or if the violation is not corrected by the time specified for correction, the case may be presented to the Code Enforcement Board even if the violation has been corrected prior to the board hearing. If this is a repeat violation, the case may be presented to the Code Enforcement Board even if the repeat violation has been corrected prior to the board hearing and an automatic fine shall be levied. Violations may result in fines of up to $250.00 per day for each day a violation exists or up to $500.00 per day if a violation is a repeat violation per Florida State Statute, Chapter 162. If you have any questions regarding this notice, please do not hesitate to contact the City of Winter Springs Code Compliance Division. To schedule an inspection, or should you require additional information regarding this notice, please contact the Winter Springs Code Compliance Division at (407) 327-7975. CASTRO, VICTORIA E AND/OR CASTRO, JOSE A AND/OR DAWSON, JESSICA L 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 51 CASE NO: 2025CE000642 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR, WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Municipal Code Code Text IPMC Section 304.8 – Decorative Features Cornices, belt courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition. 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Date Verified: 02/09/2026 (UTC) 59 60 Property Record Card Parcel:12-21-30-508-0000-0370 Property Address:1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 Owners:CASTRO, VICTORIA E; CASTRO, JOSE A; DAWSON, JESSICA L 2026 Market Value $641,093 Assessed Value $641,093 Taxable Value $641,093 2025 Tax Bill $10,413.08 The 4 Bed/4 Bath Single Family property is 3,082 SF and a lot size of 0.41 Acres Parcel Location Site View Parcel Information Value Summary Parcel 12-21-30-508-0000-0370 Property Address 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708 Mailing Address 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR WINTER SPGS, FL 32708-3700 Subdivision TUSCAWILLA PARCEL 90 Tax District W1:Winter Springs DOR Use Code 01:Single Family Exemptions None AG Classification No 2026 Working Values 2025 Certified Values Valuation Method Cost/Market Cost/Market Number of Buildings 1 1 Depreciated Building Value $482,701 $486,986 Depreciated Other Features $33,392 $31,261 Land Value (Market)$125,000 $125,000 Land Value Agriculture $0 $0 Just/Market Value $641,093 $643,247 Portability Adjustment $0 $0 Save Our Homes Adjustment/Maximum Portability $0 $0 Non-Hx 10% Cap (AMD 1)$0 $0 P&G Adjustment $0 $0 Assessed Value $641,093 $643,247 2025 Certified Tax Summary Owner(s) Name - Ownership TypeTax Amount w/o Exemptions $10,413.08 Tax Bill Amount $10,413.08 Tax Savings with Exemptions $0.00 CASTRO, VICTORIA E - Joint Tenants with right of Survivorship CASTRO, JOSE A - Joint Tenants with right of Survivorship DAWSON, JESSICA L - Joint Tenants with right of SurvivorshipNote: Does NOT INCLUDE Non Ad Valorem Assessments Monday, January 26, 2026 1/4 61 AD VALOREM TAXES ASSESSED VALUE TAXING AUTHORITY MILLAGE RATE DOLLARS PER $1,000 OF TAXABLE VALUE EXEMPTION(S) TAXABLE VALUE TAXES LEVIED TOTAL MILLAGE LEVYING AUTHORITY TOTAL AD VALOREM TAXES NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS AMOUNT PAY IN U.S. FUNDS TO J.R. KROLL, SEMINOLE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR, PO BOX 630, SANFORD, FL 32772-0630 J.R. KROLL SEMINOLE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR SEMINOLE COUNTY NOTICE OF AD VALOREM TAXES AND NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS APPLICABLE VALUES AND EXEMPTIONS BELOW Property I.D. Number Alt Key Escrow Code Millage Code TOTAL NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS COMBINED TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS See reverse side for important information. J.R. KROLL SEMINOLE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR SEMINOLE COUNTY NOTICE OF AD VALOREM TAXES AND NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS Property I.D. Number Alt Key Escrow Code APPLICABLE VALUES AND EXEMPTIONS ABOVE Millage Code RATE PLEASE RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDSPlease Pay Please Pay $0.00 $0.00 $10,413.07 If Paid By If Paid By $0.00 WINTER SPRINGS SCHOOL RLE ST JOHNS WATER MANAGEMENT FIRE COUNTY GENERAL FUND SCHOOL DISCRETIONARY(BASIC) 11/25/2025 SCHOOL CAPITAL OUTLAY 2025 Paid Real Estate 2025 Paid Real Estate W1 W1 5.3751 151734 151734 0.7480 3.0010 2.7649 1.5000 2.6200 0.1793 Nov 30, 2025 Nov 30, 2025 643,247 643,247 643,247 643,247 643,247 643,247 643,247 EEX-26-00094803 $9,996.55 PHH MORTGAGE 3,457.52 CASTRO, VICTORIA E & CASTRO, JOSE A & DAWSON, JESSICA L 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR WINTER SPGS, FL 32708 3700 CASTRO, VICTORIA E & CASTRO, JOSE A & DAWSON, JESSICA L 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR WINTER SPGS, FL 32708 3700 12-21-30-508-0000-0370 12-21-30-508-0000-0370 16.1883 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR LOT 37 TUSCAWILLA PARCEL 90 PB 43 PGS 57 & 58 1112 ARBOR GLEN CIR LOT 37 TUSCAWILLA PARCEL 90 PB 43 PGS 57 & 58 Receipt # 115.33 PAY ONLINE WWW.SEMINOLECOUNTY.TAX 1,685.31 1,930.38 481.15 964.87 1,778.51 Paid By 643,247 643,247 643,247 643,247 CL-0092242 CL-0092242 643,247 643,247 643,247 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $10,413.07 62 PUBLIC HEARINGS : NEW CASES ITEM 501 CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD AGENDA | FEBRUARY 24, 2026 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Case # 2026CE000121 Respondent(s): Nicole Commesso Address: 1454 King Ct Violation(s): WS City Ord. 13-2(c)-Prohibitions WS City Ord. 13-2(e)- Prohibitions IPMC 2024 Sec. 302.7-Accessory Structures IPMC 2024 Sec. 303.2-Enclosures SUMMARY FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION S taff recommends the C ode E nforcement Board find the property in viola4on, issue an O rder to abate the property for the viola4ons of I P M C 2024 S ec. 302.7 and W S C ity Ordinance 13-2(e). S taff recommends the C ode Enforcement B oard find the property in viola4on of the remaining viola4ons of I P M C 2024 S ec. 303.2 and W S C ity O rdinance 13-2(c) to be corrected, and the property brought into compliance on or before M arch 26, 2026 (30 days) and consider an imposi4on of a daily fine of up to $250.00 per viola4on per day in the event the requirements of the O rder have not been met by the date set for compliance by the Code Enforcement Board. 63 City of Winter Springs Code Enforcement Division Code Enforcement Board February 24, 2026 Respondent(s): Commesso, Nicole Address: 1454 King Ct Violation(s): WS City Ord. 13-2(c)-Prohibitions WS City Ord. 13-2(e)- Prohibitions IPMC 2024 Sec. 302.7-Accessory Structures IPMC 2024 Sec. 303.2-Enclosures Case No. 2026CE000121 64 WS City Ord. 13-2(c)- Prohibitions The existence of excessive accumulation or untended growth of weeds, undergrowth or other dead, or living plant life; or stagnant water, rubbish, garbage, refuse, debris, trash, including but not limited to household furnishings, and all other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter upon any lot, tract or parcel of land within this city be it uncovered or under open shelter, to the extent and in the manner that such lot, tract or parcel of land is or may reasonably become infested or inhabited by rodents, vermin or wild animals, or may furnish a breeding place for mosquitoes, or threatens or endangers the public health, safety, or welfare, or may reasonably cause disease, or adversely affects and impairs the economic welfare of adjacent property, or any other objectionable, unsightly substance or material tending by its existence and/or accumulation to endanger or adversely affect of health, safety, lives, and/or welfare of the citizens of the city, is hereby prohibited and declared to be a public nuisance and unlawful. Case No. 2026CE000121 65 WS City Ord. 13-2(e)- Prohibitions (e) It shall be the duty of the owner of each lot, tract, or parcel of land within the city to reasonably regulate and effectively control excessive growths and accumulations, as enumerated in subsection (c), and/or dead, damaged or diseased trees as enumerated in subsection (d), on the property and on the portion of the adjoining public right-of-way between the property and the street. It shall also be the duty of the owner to drain, regrade or fill any lot, tract or parcel, including swimming pools thereon, which shall be unwholesome or unsanitary, have stagnant foul water thereon, or be in such other condition as to be susceptible to producing disease or danger to the citizens of the city. Case No. 2026CE000121 66 IPMC 2024 Sec. 302.7- Accessory Structures - Accessory structures, including detached garages, fences and walls, shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair. IPMC 2024 Sec. 303.2- Enclosures - Private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, containing water more than 24 inches (610 mm) in depth shall be completely surrounded by a fence or barrier not less than 48 inches (1219 mm) in height above the finished ground level measured on the side of the barrier away from the pool. Gates and doors in such barriers shall be self-closing and self-latching. Where the self-latching device is less than 54 inches (1372 mm) above the bottom of the gate, the release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the gate. Self-closing and self latching gates shall be maintained such that the gate will positively close and latch when released from an open position of 6 inches (152 mm) from the gatepost. An existing pool enclosure shall not be removed, replaced or changed in a manner that reduces its effectiveness as a safety barrier. Case No. 2026CE000121 67 January 12, 2026- I, CCI DeFoe, was reassigned cases initiated by CCI Elbon on September 8, 2025. Upon review, the cases were consolidated for administrative reasons and assigned a new case number. (Ref; 2025CE002129, 2025CE002202, 2025CE002204, 2025CE002209) January 13, 2026- CCI DeFoe conducted an inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation (Exhibits 1-9). Case Summary Case No. 2026CE000121 68 Exhibit 1 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 69 Exhibit 2 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 70 Exhibit 3 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 71 Exhibit 4 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 72 Exhibit 5 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 73 Exhibit 6 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 74 Exhibit 7 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 75 Exhibit 8 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 76 Exhibit 9 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 77 January 14, 2026 – A notice of violation was mailed to the registered property owner by USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt Requested, posted at the property where the alleged violation exists, and posted at City Hall (Exhibit 10). Case Summary Case No. 2026CE000121 78 Exhibit 10- Notice of Violation Posting Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 13, 2026 79 January 20, 2026 - Code Compliance Division received a voicemail from a respondent of the property. A call back was initiated but the call was unanswered, and a voicemail was left for a return call. January 21, 2026 - CCI DeFoe conducted a re-inspection of the referenced property and observed that the property remained in violation (Exhibits 11-18). Case Summary Case No. 2026CE000121 80 Exhibit 11 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 81 Exhibit 12 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 82 Exhibit 13 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 83 Exhibit 14 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 84 Exhibit 15 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 85 Exhibit 16 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 86 Exhibit 17 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 87 Exhibit 18 Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 88 January 21, 2026 - A notice of hearing was mailed to the property owner(s) by USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt Requested, posted at the referenced property and City Hall (Exhibit 19). February 11, 2026 – Notice of Violation was unclaimed and returned to sender. Notice of Hearing remains delayed and in transit. Case Summary Case No. 2026CE000121 89 Exhibit 19- Notice of Hearing Posting Address: 1454 King Ct Case No. 2026CE000121 Date Taken: January 21, 2026 90 Staff recommends the Code Enforcement Board find the property in violation, issue an Order to abate the property for the violations of IPMC 2024 Sec. 302.7 and WS City Ordinance 13-2(e). Staff recommends the Code Enforcement Board find the property in violation of the remaining violations of IPMC 2024 Sec. 303.2 and WS City Ordinance 13-2(c) to be corrected, and the property brought into compliance on or before March 26, 2026 (30 days) and consider an imposition of a daily fine of up to $250.00 per violation per day in the event the requirements of the Order have not been met by the date set for compliance by the Code Enforcement Board. Case No. 2026CE000121 Staff Recommendation 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112