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CITY OF CLERMONT
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CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
OCTOBER 16, 2012
The regular meeting of the Code Enforcement Board was called to order on Tuesday, October
16, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Members attending were Chairman Dave Holt, along with Board members
Alfred Mannella, Ken Forte, Larry Seidler, Bill Rini, Chandra Myers, and Thomas Gorgone.
Also attending were Suzanne O'Shea, Code Enforcement Officer, Allen LaClair, Water
Conservation Coordinator/Code Enforcement Officer, Dan Mantzaris, City Attorney, Valerie
Fuchs, Code Enforcement Board Attorney and Rae Chidlow, Administrative Assistant.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
The minutes from the Code Enforcement Board meeting of September 18, 2012 were approved
as amended.
Tom Gorgone made a motion to move the November Code meeting to November 29, 2012,
seconded by Chandra Myers. The vote was unanimous to accept the date for the November
meeting
Code Enforcement Chairman Dave Holt read the Opening Remarks.
Code Enforcement Officers Suzanne O'Shea and Allen LaClair, along with any of the public
who may testify, were sworn in.
Chairman Dave Holt gave the floor to Code EnforcementStaff and City Attorney.
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that Case No. 12-892 has come into compliance and will not
be heard.
CASE NO. 09-504
Clermont Motor Lodge
Rick Thompson
1320 US Highway 27
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1320 US Highway 27, Clermont, FL 34711
REQUEST: Request for Extension
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that there has been a change of ownership on this property so
the new property owner will have a reasonable amount of time to bring the property into
compliance before they will be brought before the Board.,
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OCTOBER 16, 2012
CASE NO. 12-886
Tuscany Ridge Land Group, LLC
Tuscany Ridge
Clermont, Fl 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: Tuscany Ridge, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1), Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was present.
Code Enforcement Officer Allen LaClair, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true
and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation
summary as follows: You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section
of the City of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the excessive accumulation of weeds and
grass on the property. Compliance of this violation will be when all weeds around utility
structures, utility boxes, along the curb and along the streets (especially around storm drains)
have been removed, tnmmed and/or mowed.
Sandra Lawson, 10131 Tween Waters St., stated that she is representing the property owner who
is in England. She stated that he bought it when the market was bad to help the builder. She
stated that there is a dispute over how often the property needs to be mowed. She stated that they
are speaking to builders who are interested in purchasing some lots to build on but for now it
costs them about $1400 each time they mow. She stated that it has been a bad economy but they
will try to get on a mowing schedule to keep the property maintained.
Ken Forte made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with no fine
assessed at this time, seconded by Alfred Mannella The vote was unanimous in favor of finding
the Respondent in violation
CASE NO. 12-890
Nelson B. & Lucy Ruiz
686 Winding Lake Dr.
Clermont, Fl 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 686 Winding Lake Dr., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 118, Section 118-35 —Maintenance and Pruning
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was present.
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CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
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Code Enforcement Officer Suzanne O'Shea, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true
and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation
summary as follows: You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section
of the City of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the Oak tree located in the front yard of the
property that was severely over-pruned, in which the entire top of the tree was removed.
Compliance of this violation will be when the following is completed in its entirety: Plant one
tree that meets at least the following criteria: Preferred canopy tree, a minimum of 12 feet in
height immediately after planting, a minimum of 6 foot spread, a minimum of 3 inch caliper, 65
gallon container, FL Grade 1 or better. A tree removal permit must be submitted prior to
removal. Contact the zoning department for requirements and fees.
Chairman Dave Holt asked how someone would acquire a tree removal permit and what the cost
is.
Ms. O'Shea stated that the person would have to come to the Planning and Zoning Department to
fill out the tree removal permit. She stated that the cost is $25, however if the permit is acquired
after the removal of the tree, then the cost is $100.
Board member Bill Rini asked if the stump would have to be removed.
Ms. O'Shea stated that the stump does not have to be removed and it's up to the Respondent if
they want to remove the stump.
Nelson Ruiz, 686 Winding Lake Dr., stated that he did not know that they could not top the tree.
He removed the tree once they received the letter and didn't know he had to have a permit. He
stated that he would like more time to replace the tree due to cost of trees.
Board member Chandra Myers stated that typically with these types of cases they have allowed
the Respondent three months to come into compliance and she suggests allowing the compliance
date to be January 15, 2013.
Chandra Myers made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a
fine of$100 per day from January 15, 2013 until complied; seconded by Alfred Mannella. The
vote was unanimous in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date
CASE NO. 12-877
Kings Ridge Professional Centre, LLC
Kings Ridge Professional Centre
Clermont, Fl 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: Kings Ridge Professional Centre, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1)—Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances
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City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Allen LaClair, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true
and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation
summary as follows: You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section
of the City of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the overgrowth of weeds on the subject
properties. Compliance of this violation will be when the property is evenly mowed, tnmmed,
and edged (where necessary).
Bill Rini made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a fine of
$250 per day from November 29, 2012 until complied; seconded by Alfred Mannella. The vote
was unanimous in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
CASE NO. 12-887
Church at South Lake
268 Mohawk Rd.
Clermont, Fl 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 268 Mohawk Rd., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1) Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Allen LaClair, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true
and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation
summary as follows: You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section
of the City of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the excessive accumulation of weeds and
grass on the property. Compliance of this violation will be when all high weeds and grass have
been trimmed and mowed uniformly and evenly below 18"in depth.
Bill Rini made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a fine of
$250 per day from November 29, 2012 until complied; seconded by Larry Seidler. The vote was
unanimous in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
CASE NO. 12-888
James L. Poskitt
181 W. Minnehaha Ave.
Clermont, Fl 34711
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CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
OCTOBER 16, 2012
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 181 W. Minnehaha Ave., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: IPMC, Chapter 14, Section 303.1; Swimming Pools
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Allen LaClair, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true
and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation
summary as follows: You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section
of the City of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the condition of the pool. Compliance of this
violation will be when the pool is either (1) drained and treated to prevent pest infestation, (2)
covered and treated, or(3)brought up to sanitary pool standards.
Alfred Mannella made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code and
find the property a serious threat to the general health, safety, and welfare of the public, with a
fine of$50 per day from October 17, 2012 until complied; seconded by Chandra Myers. The
vote was unanimous in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
CASE NO. 12-893
John Carmen& Melissa Wynn
660 Winding Lake Dr.
Clermont, Fl 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 660 Winding Lake Dr., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1)—Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances
City Attorney Dan Mantzans introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Suzanne O'Shea, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true
and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation
summary as follows: You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section
of the City of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the following conditions that exist on the
property: Excessive overgrowth of tall grass and weeds in excess of 18 inches, on the property
and in the right of ways. Compliance of this violation will be when the following conditions are
met: The property is cleared of all weeds and grass, including to the street right of way, below of
18 inches. The curbs should also be cleared of all grass overflowing into the road.
Larry Seidler made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with no
fine assessed at this time; seconded by Chandra Myers. The vote was unanimous in favor of
finding the Respondent in violation.
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CASE NO. 12-894
Wayne Thomas
214 2nd Street
Clermont, Fl 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 214 2nd St., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 14-9, Sections 108.1.1 and 109.1; Unsafe Structures, Imminent Danger
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Suzanne O'Shea, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true
and accurate depiction of the condition of the property on the date taken and read the violation
summary as follows: You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section
of the International Property Maintenance Code 2012, City of Clermont Code of Ordinances,
due to the following: Upon inspection of two bottom floor units, the ceilings appeared extremely
hazardous, and a danger to the occupants of the building. The ceilings are in danger of falling in,
due to the water that has accumulated in the ceilings from the units above. The property is
considered an "Unsafe Structure" due to the potential collapse of the ceilings. The property will
be posted "Unsafe," by order of the Building Official for the City of Clermont. (Section 108.1.1
—Unsafe Structures, Section 109.1 Imminent Danger). Compliance of this violation will be when
the following conditions are met in entirety: The entire property must be vacated before October
1, 2012. There must be no access to the property by anyone, until a Certified Contractor is hired
to access the damage to the building, and permits are secured for repair. The property must be
sufficiently secured, so there is no unauthorized entry.
Ken Forte made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code and find the
property a serious threat to the general health, safety, and welfare of the public, with a fine of
$250 per day from October 17, 2012 until complied; seconded by Chandra Myers. The vote was
unanimous in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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Dave Holt, Chairman
Attest:
Rae Chidlow, Code Enforcement Clerk
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