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The regular meeting of the Code Enforcement Board was called to order on Tuesday, September
17, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. Members attending were Vice-Chair Chandra Myers, along with Board
members Ken Forte, Larry Seidler, Bill Rini, Tom Gorgone,' and Alfred Mannella. Also
attending were Barbara. Hollerand, Planning & Zoning Director, Suzanne O'Shea, Code
Enforcement Officer,Valerie Fuchs, Code Enforcement Attorney, Dan Mantzaris, City Attorney,
and Rae Chidlow, Administrative Assistant.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
The minutes from the Code Enforcement Board meeting of August 20, 2013 were approved as
written.
Vice-chair Chandra Myers read the Opening Remarks.
Code Enforcement Officer Suzanne O'Shea, along with any of the public who may testify, was
sworn in.
Vice-chair Chandra Myers gave the floor to Code Enforcement Staff and City Attorney.
City attorney Dan Mantzaris requested that case 13-965 be continued to October 15, 2013.
Tom Gorgone made a _motion to continue case 13-965 to the October 15, 2013 meeting;
seconded by Bill Rini. The vote was unanimous to continue the case to October 15, 2013
City attorney Dan Mantzaris stated-that case 13-966 will not be heard.
CASE NO. 13-962
First'Baptist Church
Vacant lot on Hartwood Marsh Rd.
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: Vacant lot on Hartwood Marsh Rd., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 14, Section 14-9 (302.4, 301.3) IPMC, Weeds & Vacant Structures &
Land
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was 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: The accumulation of high
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grass and weeds in excess of 18 inches. (Section 302.4- Weeds). Miscellaneous debris that has
been dumped on the property. (Section 301.3 Vacant Structures and Land). Compliance of this
violation will be when the following conditions are met: The property is mowed 50 feet in on the
north, south, and east sides of the property, below 18 inches, and cleaned of all cut vegetation.
All debris must be removed from the property.
Halley B. Wooley Jr., 13117 Sunshine Circle, stated that the Church's volunteer who previously
mowed, has retired. He stated that once-he received the notice, he called a company to mow the
property. He stated he was told that someone would be out that week to mow the property. He
stated that he left on vacation, out of town, and figured the property would be mowed. He stated
that he called another guy who"did mow the property. However, he found out later that the fence
line also had to be mowed. He stated that the fence line is not on the church property. He stated
that they are now in compliance now that he has cleaned up the fence line.
Ken Forte made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of Chapter 14, Sections 14-9
(302.4, 301.3), with no fine to be assessed at this time; seconded by Tom Gorgone. The vote was
unanimous in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with no fine.
CASE NO. 13-964
Gloria Jean Jones
952 School Street
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 952 School Street, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 14, Section 14-9 (302.4, 301.3) IPMC, Weeds & Vacant Structures &
Land
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was 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 sections
of the International Property Maintenance Code, City of Clermont Code of Ordinances, due to
the following: The residence shows signs of considerable deterioration and unsafe conditions,
which include exterior wood rot, broken and boarded windows and doors. The residence has not
had active utilities or power in excess of nine years and is considered extremely unsanitary, and
poses a threat to the health, safety, and welfare of the public. (Section 109.1 Imminent Danger,
Section 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure, Section 108.1.3 Structure Unfit for Human Occupancy,
Section 110.1 General). Action required to correct the violations: Make all necessary repairs to
the residence, so that it is a safe, habitable structure. A scope of work must be submitted to the
building department, and all required permits must be obtained by a licensed contractor prior to
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the start of any work. The residence must remain secure until all permits have been acquired.
Until this time, the structure must not be used, lived in, or entered for any reason. Or, demolish
the structure. Full compliance includes obtaining a demolition permit, and removal of the
building and all debris. A demolition permit must first be obtained at the City of Clermont
Planning&Zoning department.
Gloria Jean Jones, 940 School St., stated that she is in agreement, but they need more time to
demo the property due to the lack of funds.
Terrance Jones, 920 School St., stated that he's Gloria Jones' son and would be speaking on her
behalf He stated that the family is in agreement to demolishing the home, and they are not
looking to restore the home. He stated that their issue is having the money to demo the property.
He stated that he has estimates from a couple of companies, however, he will need more time to
save more money. He stated that they have about $1700 saved right now, but they need close to
$4200. He stated that they are requesting 6 months extension to demolish the property.
Board member Tom Gorgone stated that the structure is not secure and the property is not
posted. He stated that 4 to 6 months is too lengthy of time and the structure needs to be boarded
up immediately and be demolished as soon as possible.
City attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that staff is in agreement with extending the time, however,
he feels 4 to 6 months is too much time. He stated that they would agree to a 90 day extension.
He stated that he believes the Respondent will need to have a contractor pull the permit for the
demolition.
Board member Bill Rini asked if the Respondent could board the house and place no trespassing
signs on the property until the demolition.
Mr. Jones stated that they would board up the house and post signs by the next Sunday.
Tom Gorgone made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of Chapter 14, Sections 14-9
(109.1, 108.1.1, 108.1.3, and 110.1), to have the home boarded and no trespassing signs posted
on property by September 24, 2013, and to have the home demolished within 90 days with no
fine assessed; seconded by Al Mannella. The vote was unanimous in favor of finding the
Respondent in violation and compliance dates.
CASE NO. 13-961
Jacqueline A. Rovelet
1020 W. Highway 50
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1020 W. Highway 50, Clermont, FL 34711
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VIOLATION: Chapter 14, Section 14-9 (302.4, 301.3) IPMC, Weeds & Vacant Structures &
Land
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 City of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the following: The accumulation of high
grass and weeds in excess of 18 inches. (Section 302.4- weeds). The dead tree that remains on
the lot. (Section 301.3 Vacant Structures and Land). The construction debris that has remained
on the property without any active permits. (Section 301.3 Vacant Structures and Land).
Compliance of this violation will be when the following conditions are met: The entire premises
has been mowed, edged, and cleaned of all vegetation that is over 18 inches. All debris must be
removed from the property, and must not be left anywhere on the lot. The dead tree must be cut
down, with all debris removed from the property. All of the rebar,blocks, etc must be completely
removed from the property
Suzanne O'Shea read a letter from the Respondent requesting an extension of 90 days.
Al Mannella made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of Chapter 14, Sections 14-9
(302.4, 301.3), with a fine of$100.00 per day for every day the violation exists past October 1,
2013; seconded by Tom Gorgone. Ken Forte made a motion to amend the date to October 15,
2013; seconded by Tom Gorgone. The vote was 5-1 to approve the amendment, with Al Mannella
opposing. The vote was 5-1 in favor of finding the Respondent in violation, fine and date of
October 15, 2013, with Al Mannella opposing.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
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Dave Holt, Chairman
Attest:
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Rae Chidlow,Code Enforcement Clerk
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