09-18-2012 Supporting DocumentsCODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MEETING
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 18, 2012
CITY HALL at 685 WEST MONTROSE STREET
At 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
MEETING FOR AUGUST 21, 2012 ✓ QA aY, 8 tj
OPENING STATEMENT
SWEARING IN WITNESSES
AGENDA
OTHER BUSINESS
CASE NO. 12-849 ` David & Dawn Ramnath
O'Shea 1594 Muir Circle
Clermont, FL 34711
CONTINUATION: Chapter 118, Section 118-35
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CASE NO.12-857 .. 1�4� Jo -El, LLC
O'Shea ° '� Minneola, Montrose & 100' St.
Clermont, FL 34711
REQUEST FOR FINE REDUCTION: a Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1)
Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances t
NEW BUSINESS
CASE NO.12-876
O'Shea
Kings Ridge Community Assoc., Inc.
c/o Leland Management &
Kings Ridge Golf Club, LLC
Stormwater areas located on the
King's Ridge Golf Course
Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 86, Section 86-141
Violation of the Conditional Use Permit
CASE NO.12-878 ^� Woody & Wallace Land Development, LLC
LaClairHancock Towne Centre Sub Lot 5
Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: �� \l_x t_. ✓ Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1)
Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances
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CASE NO.12-881 Joannes Thoen & Phyllis Flores Tr�teeqh')
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O'Shea 251 Crestview Dr.Clermont, FL 34711ls�/, ,
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1) (3)
Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances dP
CASE NO. 12-882 � �� (;� Kankoo Enterprises, LLC ALI
LaClai^ Hancock Rd. & E. Hwy 50 a
'W , �Z '� Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1)
Unlawful Maintenance of Nuisances
CASE NO. 12-883 Edwin Gravenstein
LaClair 1542 Pier St.
Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 66, Section 66-221 & 66-220
Failure to Remit Irrigation Fine
Violation of Irrigation Schedule
CASE NO. 12-884�\ Bernard Phillips
LaClair �l / 1056 Glenraven St.
` V Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 66, Section 66-221 & 66-220
Failure to Remit Irrigation Fine
Violation of Irrigation Schedule
Discussion of Non -Agenda Items
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ENFORCEMENT BOARD AT THIS MEETING WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS. FOR THAT PURPOSE, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A
VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES
THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS BASED.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), IF ANY
PERSON WITH A DISBILITY AS DEFINED BY THE ADA NEEDS SPECIAL
ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING, THEN NOT LATER THAN
TWO (2) BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE PROCEEDING, HE OR SHE SHOULD CONTACT
THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT AT 352-3944083 EXT 302.
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The regular meeting of the Code Enforcement Board was called to order on Tuesday, August 21,
2012 at 7:00 p.m. Members attending were Vice -Chairman Alfred Mannella, along with Board
members 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, Anita Geraci-Carver,
Code Enforcement Board Attorney and Rae Chidlow, Administrative Assistant.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
The minutes from the Code Enforcement Board meeting of July 17, 2012 were approved.
Code Enforcement Vice -Chairman Alfred Mannella 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.
Vice -Chairman Alfred Mannella gave the floor to Code Enforcement Staff and City Attorney.
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that Case No. 12-849 will not be heard because it was
originally continued to the September meeting.
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that Case Nos. 12-863 and 12-866 have come into
compliance and will not be heard.
CASE NO.12-864
Norma C. & Richard S. Newby
2513 Holly Berry Circle
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 2513 Holly Berry Circle, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 118, Section 118-35, Maintenance and Pruning
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 severe pruning of a required tree.
Pruning is not in accordance with "Standard Practice for Trees, Shrubs and Other Woody Plant
Maintenance ANSI 300" of the National Arborist Association. Compliance of this violation will
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installed. Trees must be from the preferred canopy tree list and must be 10-12 feet tall and the
trunk must be 3 inches in diameter upon planting.
Norma Newby, 2513 Holly Berry Circle, showed photos and stated that she did not realize she
was violating the code. She stated that she pruned the tree because of a huge rat being in the
garage that she believes came from the tree. She stated that she is on a fixed income and to
replace the tree would be a financial burden for her to replace.
Board member Bill Rini stated that by topping the tree, it damages the tree. He stated that he
wandered if the tree will survive over time. He stated that they might could offer an extension of
time to help with the financial burden.
Ms. Newby stated that seeing in the photos you can see that there is new growth on the tree. She
stated that the branches were touching the garage door.
Board member Bill Rini stated that the side of the tree might have been touching the garage but
the top of the tree was not.
Vice -chair Alfred Mannella stated that there is a violation and the tree will eventually die and
already has a separation in the center.
Board member Bill Rini asked the Respondent what amount of time was Ms. Newby was
requesting.
Ms. Newby stated that she would like until November to replace the tree.
Bill Rini made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a fine of
$100 per day from December 18. 2012 until complied; seconded by Tom Gordo`
Board member Tom Gorgone asked was the original date of the violation.
Mr. LaClair stated that the violation was on March 12, 2012 and initiated in April.
Board member Chandra Myers asked when was the compliance date.
Mr. LaClair stated the compliance date was June 12, 2012 and he allowed another 30 day
extension to July 12.
Tom Gorgone made an amended motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code
with a fine o $100 per day from November 20. 2012 until complied; seconded by Chandra
Myers. The vote was 5-1 in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
with Board member Forte opposing
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CASE NO. 12-867
John R. Clark & Heather Smith
1975 Country Brook Ave.
Clermont, F134711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1975 Country Brook Ave., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Section 122-122-Permitted Uses; Section 122-349 (b) (3)-
Permitted Home Occupations; Chapter 14-9, Section 108.1.2-Unsafe Equipment; Section 108.1.5
(10)-Dangerous Structure or Premises; Section 605. 1 -Installation; Section 603. 1 -Mechanical
Appliances; Section 603.2-Removal of Combustion Products; Section 308.2-Disposal of
Rubbish.
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 commercial printing occurring in the
garage of your residence on 1975 Country Brook Drive, which is not permitted. The commercial
machinery that is being used in the making of the shirts is well beyond that which is considered
customary residential (R1 Single -Family) use, and is therefore not permitted. Chapter 122-122
Permitted Uses; Chapter 122-349(b) (3) Permitted Home Occupations. The equipment being
used in the garage is considered unsafe in its existing condition and location, and poses a safety
risk to home occupants and neighbors. The garage is not a safe environment to operate such
equipment, due to the lack of fire protection measures that would be required. Chapter 14-9
IPMC, Section 108.1.2 Unsafe Equipment, Chapter 14-9 IPMC, Section 108.1.5(10) Dangerous
Structure or Premises. Failure to obtain a permit for the electrical modifications made in the
connection of the commercial dryer. Additionally, there is no vent connected to the dryer, as
required. Chapter 14-9 IPMC, Section 605.1 Installation, Chapter 14-9 IPMC, Section 603.1
Mechanical Appliances, Chapter 14-9 IPMC, Section 603.2 Removal of Combustion Products.
The chemicals and paints used in the printing of the shirts are required to be handled, removed,
and stored per MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) requirements. MSDS sheets were not
available for reference. Additionally, chemicals and paints are being disposed of onto the
driveway and lawn, which is not permitted per Danielle Owens, the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection (DEP). Additionally, there is a street curb drain located in front of the
residence, which would be the collection drain for water leaving the property. Chapter 14-9
IPMC, Section 308.2 Disposal of Rubbish. Compliance of This Violation will be when the
following conditions are met in their entirety: All commercial printing equipment used for the
manufacturing of shirts must be permanently removed from the residence/garage. This type of
equipment may only be used in an approved commercial location. All commercial printing
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chemicals and paints must be stored off premises in accordance with the requirements of the
MSDS.
City attorney Dan Mantzaris asked Ms. O'Shea to explain how she identified the equipment as a
dryer.
Ms. O'Shea stated that when she went to the website to identify the dryer.
Board member Bill Rini asked if the specs for the dryer show what is required and why it's
required to be vented.
Ms. O'Shea stated that it's due to the heat and smoke created from the dryer. She stated that this
is not considered a home occupation.
Board member Bill Rini asked Ms. O'Shea if she looked at that electrical panel for the inspection
date.
Ms. O'Shea stated that she did not look at the panel and no pen -nits have been pulled for
additional electrical.
Jimmy Crawford stated that he represents Mr. Clark. He stated that the primary consideration is
to determine whether he can operate his business. He stated that Mr. Clark operates a sign
business approximately 1 '/z miles away from his home. He stated that the sign business does not
have enough room to include the t-shirt business which is about 5% of his business. He stated
that Mr. Clark operates the machinery for the t-shirt business approximately two to three hours a
week. He stated that the garage door is open during the operation of the machinery for the t-
shirts. He stated that he has a petition from the immediate neighbors stating that they are aware
of the operation of the business and have no problems with the operation, nor do they feel
unsafe. It states that there are no loud noises, strange odors, or traffic coming and going to the
home. He stated that someone complained but it was not one of the neighbors. He stated that
this could fall under an accessory use or as a home occupation. He stated that under the
definition of the home occupation it does not state the equipment that is involved in the
association of the residence, it states "equipment in size or numbers that is normally in
association of the residence". He stated that there are three pieces of equipment in the garage
and one more that hasn't worked for four years. He stated that he does not consider that "in
numbers or size" beyond what would be normally found in a garage or workshop. He stated that
this type of business is not included in the list of prohibited businesses for home occupation. He
stated that the dryer is connected electrically correct with a 220 plug and was wired by an
electrician. He stated that the last picture shown with that included an extension cord was a
photo of the irrigation system and underground fence for the dog and has nothing to do with the
dryer. He stated that the dryer does not need to be vented if it is used in an open environment,
which it is because the garage door is open when the dryer is in use. He stated that they do have
a quote for the ventilation if the city states that it must be ventilated. He stated that the paint is
not flammable and they will not dispose of into the drains.
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John Clark, 1975 Country Brook, stated that his primary business is a sign business. He stated
that his t-shirt business brings in approximately 5% to 7% of his income. He stated the
embroidery and vinyl work is completed in the shop but the screen print part of his business is
done in his garage because the amount of space the equipment takes up. He stated that the fire
inspector noted that the dryer is hard wired to the main panel to the house, not the subpanel in the
garage. He stated that it is wired 220. He stated that he does now have the MSDS sheets that are
required and he will keep them in his garage. He stated that he works in his garage at night but
all deliveries are made to his sign business. He stated that he has to man his sign shop from 8am
to 5pm, so he only works on the screen printing in the evenings and it is not all the time. He
stated that part of the business is very sporadic.
Sylvia Holt, 1972 Country Brook Avenue, stated that she has lived there for 3 years and she has
never smelled anything or seen any trash. She stated that she does not hear any noise and there is
never any traffic to his home. She stated that she is always outside and Mr. Clark is a quiet
neighbor.
Konica Harwick, 1972 Country Brook, stated that she has also lived in the neighborhood for 3
years. She stated that she has not smelled any odors or seen any traffic to Mr. Clark's home. She
stated that she has a daughter who is always playing outside and she would never allow her to be
harmed by anything and don't see anything hazardous with what he does.
Jim Purvis, 4206 Hammersmith Dr., stated that Mr. Clark is a personal acquaintance of him. He
stated that Mr. Clark is unfortunately in a predicament. He stated that he has printed t-shirts for
certain political candidates and not for other candidates. He stated that this is obviously a
complaint from a competitor.
Board member Tom Gorgone stated he wants to hear about the violations other than accusations.
Mr. Purvis stated that testimony was given pertaining to the fire department inspector, yet the
inspector is not here to cross examine. He stated that testimony was presented concerning
electrical connections with no verification by a qualified person. He stated that he cautions this
Board to be careful because this is very similar to a previous case that ended up before Federal
Court.
City attorney Dan Mantzaris asked Mr. Purvis if he was aware of whether there were any permits
pulled for electrical work that was completed.
Mr. Purvis stated that he is not aware of any permits.
Mr. Mantzaris asked Mr. Purvis if it would surprise him that the electrical work was completed
without a permit.
Mr. Purvis stated that he wouldn't say that it would surprise him, it was unknown to him.
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Mr. Mantzaris asked Mr. Purvis if he had any specific information with regards to the operation
of the equipment and business in a residential area.
Mr. Purvis stated that know no more than what was presented by staff.
Board member Tom Gorgone stated that the complaint is brought forth by the Code Enforcement
Officers and the information provided by the Code Enforcement Officers is germane to what the
city code states. He stated that therefore the presence of the fire inspector was not needed. He
stated that the Code Enforcement Officers are trained and adequate to present the city's cases.
Mr. Crawford stated that he understands that the fire inspector was not required ��t,,pQ� come to
testify for the case; however the Code Enforcement Officer testified that the dry�vas wired
through an extension cord, an electric fence or an irrigation system. He stated that she did not
know they were hard wired into 220 and cited Mr. Clark for fire violations, so it is important to
have the right people present who can testify the correct information.
Board member Bill Rini asked Mr. Clark if he explained to the fire inspector was hard wired.
Mr. Clark stated that the fire inspector knew it was hard wire, but Ms. O'Shea wasn't paying
attention or she forgot. He stated that the fire inspector saw the hard wire and spoke to the
electrician.
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City attorneyhse only reference to the fire inspector was Ms. O'Shea pointing out the
presence of the fire inspector in the picture. He stated the key issue is the city does not know
what was used to power this equipment because there was no permit acquired for wiring this
equipment.
Board member Bill Rini asked about the toxicity of the products.
Mr. Clark stated that all the inks are drain safe and they are nontoxic. He stated that the only
chemical that is put into the washout booth is the emulsion from the screens that is 1000/1 ratio
of emulsion to water.
Board member Bill Rini asked that the chemicals are commercial product.
Mr. Clark stated that you can buy the products from Michaels so he's not sure that they are
commercial products.
Board member Bill Rini asked if Mr. Clark if he had a business location but also conducts some
of the work from home.
Mr. Clark stated that was true and he was told by the City he was not required to have a Business
Tax Receipt.
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Mr. Crawford stated that they believe it is allowable as an accessory use. He stated that they will
pull an electrical permit if requested, they will keep the MSDS sheets at the location, the
chemicals will be disposed of properly, and they will vent the dryer. He stated they this is an
allowable business.
City attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that Mr. Clark stated that this is an operation as part of his
business in a residential neighborhood. He stated that Mr. Clark is using his home to operate his
business rather than paying rent for a larger location for his business. He stated that an accessory
structure are considered garages, pools, and sheds, not a piece of business equipment that
manufacturing t-shirts to be sold as part of a business operation. He stated that the city will not
give him a Business Tax Receipt because he does not meet the guidelines for a home occupation.
Board member Bill Rini asked if the equipment is insured under his business insurance.
Mr. Crawford stated that it is not insured under his business, it's under his home insurance.
Vice -chair Alfred Mannella stated that it doesn't matter if the equipment is insured or not.
Tom Gorgone made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a
fine of $250 per day from September 18. 2012 until complied, seconded by Chandra Myers. The
vote was 5-1 in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date with Vice -
chair Alfred Mannella opposing
CASE NO. 12-868
Elaine Henry
282 Hunt Street
Clermont, F134711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 282 Hunt Street, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 118, Section 118-35, Maintenance and Pruning
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 three Oak trees located in the front and
rear yards of the property that were severely over -pruned. Hatracking means to flat -cut the top or
sides of a tree, severing the leader or leaders; to make internodal cuts; to prune a tree by
stubbing off mature wood larger than three inches in diameter, or reducing the total
circumference of canopy spread not in conformance with the current National Arborist
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Association standards. Severely trimmed shall mean the cutting of the branches and/or trunk of a
tree in a manner which will substantially reduce the overall size of the tree area so as to destroy
the existing symmetrical appearance or natural shape of the tree in a manner which results in
the removal of the main lateral branches, leaving the trunk of the tree with a stub appearance.
Compliance of this violation will be when the following is completed in its entirety: Plant three
trees that meet 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. The trees must be replaced in close proximity to the
affected trees. A tree removal permit must be submitted prior to removal.
Elaine Henry, 282 Hunt St., stated that she had asked someone to trim the trees and did not know
that they were going to trim them in this manner. She stated that she has replaced the two trees
in the back and will replace the tree in the front. She stated that she has obtained a tree removal
permit from the city and was told the permit was good for ninety days. She stated that the tree
removal company will be back this week to remove the trees in the back; however she needed
additional time to remove the tree from the front yard.
Board member Chandra Myers asked how much time Ms. Henry will need to remove the trees
from the yard.
City attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that staff is willing to allow the Respondent to November 20,
2012 to remove the trees.
Tom Gorgone made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a
ne of $100 per day from November 20, 2012 until complied: seconded by Chandra Myers. The
vote was 5-1 in favor of findiag the Respondent in violation with the fine and date with Board
member Ken Forte opposing.
CASE NO.12-869
Thomas E. & Dawn Peake
165 Carroll Street
Clermont, F134711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 165 Carroll Street, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 14-9, Section 302.4-Weeds; Section 302. 1 -Sanitation; Chapter 34,
Section 34-95-Prohibition of Storage of Certain Items
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
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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: High grass and weeds in excess of 18 inches. This includes trimming the
grass/weeds in the front yard that has grown up through the hedges. (Section 302.4 Weeds).
There is miscellaneous debris scattered around the property, including but not limited to,
buckets, cans, blocks, wood, concrete, stagnant water in buckets, etc (Section 302.1 Sanitation)
Expired trailer and boat. (Chapter 34-95 Prohibition of storage of certain items). Action required
to correct violations: The premises, front and back, must be uniformly trimmed and mowed
below 18 inches in height. Remove all miscellaneous debris and garbage, and dispose of it from
the property. Remove the boat and trailer from the property, or store it in an enclosed garage.
Thomas Peake, 165 Carroll Street, stated that he has been taking care of his father and he has
been trying to take care of the violation issues. He stated that he has most of the items off the
property. He requested extra time to finish cleaning up the property.
Tom Gorgone made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a
ne o $100 per day from October 16 2012 until complied • seconded by Chandra Myers. The
vote was unanimous in favor o, f finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
CASE NO. 12-872
Pooran & Khamrajie Sukdeo
779 Lakeview Pointe Drive
Clermont, F134711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 779 Lakeview Pointe Dr., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 118, Section 118-35, Maintenance and Pruning
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 three Oak trees located in the front yard
of the property that were severely over pruned, in which all of the limbs were removed.
Hatracking means to flat -cut the top or sides of a tree, severing the leader or leaders; to make
internodal cuts; to prune a tree by stubbing off' mature wood larger than three inches in
diameter, or reducing the total circumference of canopy spread not in conformance with the
current National Arborist Association standards. Severely trimmed shall mean the cutting of the
branches and/or trunk of a tree in a manner which will substantially reduce the overall size of
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the tree area so as to destroy the existing symmetrical appearance or natural shape of the tree in
a manner which results in the removal of the main lateral branches, leaving the trunk of the tree
with a stub appearance. Compliance of This Violation will be when the following is completed
in its entirety: Plant three trees, that meet 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, the trees must be replaced
in close proximity to the affected trees. A tree removal permit must be submitted prior to
removal.
Kjamrajie Sukdeo, 779 Lakeview Pointe Dr., stated that she was informed she could plant some
American elm. She stated that she has severe allergies and she was advised by the doctor to trim
the trees and clean up the moss. She stated she didn't know she was violating the city code. She
stated that in opinion the trees are growing back. She stated that she will replace the trees.
Board member Tom Gorgone asked Ms. Sukdeo how much time she would need to replace the
trees.
Ms. Sukdeo stated that she is fine with the time frame presented by staff.
Tom Gorgone made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a
fine o $100 per day from November 20. 2012 until complied: seconded by Chandra Myers. The
vote was 5-1 in favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date. with Board
member Forte opposing
CASE NO.12-855
Richard L. Pooley III
944 Linden St.
Clermont, F134711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 944 Linden St., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 42, Sections 42-14, Excessive Lighting in Residential Area; Chapter
122, Section 122-344, Construction of Structure without Permit
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 construction and installation of a
"lighthouse" on the subject property without a permit. In addition, the lighting produced is not
constrained within your property limits. Compliance of this violation will be when the lighthouse
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is disconnected, a permit pulled and proper inspections passed, or the structure (and lighting) is
removed.
Tom GoMone made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a
fine of $100 per day,from September 18 2012 until complied • seconded by Larry Seidler. The
vote was unanimous in favor otylinding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
CASE NO.12-870
Theodore P. & Kathleen A. Ross
946 Dartmouth Ave.
Clermont, F134711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 946 Dartmouth Ave., Clermont, FL 34711
REPEAT VIOLATION: Chapter 14-IPMC, Sections 303.2, Pool Enclosures; Section 303.1,
Swimming Pools
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: A panel of screening for the
pool enclosure is removed, and the pool is currently accessible, posing a threat to the safety of
the public. (Section 303.2 Pool Enclosures). The pool is green and stagnant. (Section 303.1
Swimming Pools). Compliance of this violation will be when all of the premises have met the
following conditions: Secure the pool enclosure screen, so there is no unauthorized access to the
swimming pool. All pool screening must remain secure and intact at all times. Chemically treat
or drain the pool, so that the pool is no longer green and poses a threat. Ms. O'Shea stated she
did have contact from the bank and there is a work order for Thursday, August 23, 2012 for the
work to be completed.
Ken Forte made a motion to find the Respondent in repeat violation of the cited City code with a
fine of $250 per day from August 31, 2012 until complied and declare this property a threat to
life health and salty to the public: seconded by Chandra Myers. The vote was unanimous in
favor q�findingg the Respondent in violation with the ffine and date.
CASE NO. 12-871
Federal National Mortgage Association
1798 Vale Dr.
Clermont, F134711
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CITY OF CLERMONT
MINUTES
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
AUGUST 21, 2012
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1798 Vale Dr., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 14-9 IMPC, Section 302.4, Weeds; Section 302.1, Sanitation; Section
303.1 Swimming Pool
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 sections
of the International Property Maintenance Code, City of Clermont Code of Ordinances, due to
the following: High grass and weeds in excess of 18 inches. (Section 302.4 Weeds).
Miscellaneous items stored on the side of the house, including but not limited to: buckets, tarps,
appliances, etc. (Section 302.1 Sanitation). The pool is stagnant, green and unsanitary. (Section
303.1 Swimming Pool) (Section 302.1 Sanitation). Action required to correct violations: The
premises must uniformly trimmed and mowed below 18 inches in height. All appliances and
other miscellaneous items must be removed from the exterior of the property, or stored in an
enclosed area out of view. Chemically clean the pool so it is clear and clean, and is not a
breeding ground for bugs.
Larry Seidler made a motion to find the Respondent in repeat violation of the cited City code
with a fine o $250 per day from September 18. 2012 until complied and declare this property a
threat to life, health and safeU to the public: seconded by Ken Forte. The vote was unanimous in
favor of finding the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
CASE NO.12-873
Joseph Lezama
1480 Muir Circle
Clermont, F134711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1480 Muir Circle, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 118, Section 118-71, Minimum Trees
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: There are not any approved Canopy trees
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CITY OF CLERMONT
MINUTES
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
AUGUST 21, 2012
located on your property. Compliance of this violation will be when the following is completed
in its entirety: Plant three Canopy trees on the property. The trees must individually meet at least
the following criteria: 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, the trees
must be replaced either two in the front and one in the rear yard, or vice versa.
Larry Seidler made a motion to find the Respondent in violation of the cited City code with a fine
0 100 per day from September 18. 2012 until complied: seconded by Tom Gorgone. The vote
was unanimous in favor o indin the Respondent in violation with the fine and date.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
Attest:
Rae Chidlow, Code Enforcement Clerk
Dave Holt, Chairman
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FORM 813 MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR
COUNTY MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS
LAST NAME -FIRST NAME -MIDDLE NAME NAME OF BOARD, COUNCIL, COMMISSION, AUTHORITY, OR COMMITTEE
MAILING ADDRESS THE BOARD, COUNCIL, COMMISSION, AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE ON
WHICH I SERVE IS A UNIT OF:
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DATE ON WHICH VOTE OCCURRED
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commission, authority, or committee. It applies equally to members of advisory and non -advisory bodies who are presented with a voting
conflict of interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes.
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on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay closc attention to the instructions on this form before
completing the reverse side and filing the form.
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A person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which
inures to his or her special private gain or loss. Each elected or appointed local officer also is prohibited from knowingly voting on a mea-
sure which inures to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retained (including the
parent organization or subsidiary of a corporate principal by which he or she is retained); to the special private gain or loss of a relative; or
to the special private gain or loss of a business associate. Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies under Sec. 163.356 or
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capacity.
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mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law_ A "business associate" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business
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are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange).
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In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above, you must disclose the conflict:
PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you
are abstaining from voting; and
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by you or at your direction.
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CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE
CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA
CITY OF CLERMONT
Petitioner,
VS.
DAVID & DAWN RAMNATH,
Respondents.
Case No: CEB 12-849
1594 Muir Circle
Clermont, Florida
ORDER CONTINUNG MATTER TO SEPTEMBER 18, 2012
THIS MATTER came before the Code Enforcement Board of the City of Clermont for
hearing on June 27, 2012 and the Board having heard sworn testimony and received evidence
from Suzanne O'Shea, Code Enforcement Officer, for the City and Respondent, David
Ramnath, does hereby order that the hearing on the above -styled matter is continued and shall
be heard on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. at 685 West Montrose Street, Clermont,
FL in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
Done and Ordered this ); day of June 2012.
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE
CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Chairman David Holt
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on this day of June 2012, a true and correct copy of
this Order has been furnished by certified and regular mail to the Respondents David & Dawn
Ramnath, 1594 Muir Circle, Clermont, FL 3471 .
Code En cement O'ff feer
Code Enforcement Board of the
City of Clermont
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF CLERMONT, Case No. 12-849
Petitioner Violation No. 2043
VS.
DAVID & DAWN RAMNATH
Respondent
Pursuant to Section 2-206 of the Code of the City of Clermont, Florida, you are hereby called to take
notice that a Public Hearing will be conducted in the above -styled cause, pending and undetermined by
the Code Enforcement Board on:
Wednesday June 27th, 2012, at 7:00 PM
at
685 West Montrose Street, Clermont, Florida.
Council Chambers of City Hall
The Board will receive testimony and evidence at said Public Hearing and shall make such findings of
fact as are supported by the testimony and evidence pertaining to the matters alleged in the attached
Affidavit of Violations.
If the violation is corrected and then recurs, or if the violation is not corrected by the time specified by
the Code Enforcement Officer in his/her Statement of Violation, this case may be presented to the
Board even if the violation has been corrected prior to the hearing.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.
I Hereby Certify That A True And Correct Copy Of The Above And Foregoing Notice Of Hearing Has
Been Furnished By Certified Mail/Personal Service To Respondent, David & Dawn Ramnath, 1594
Muir Cir., Clermont, FI 34711
(Certified Mail/Return Receipt Requested# 9171 9690 0935(001� 4435 46) ^ 1
BY: /
Suzanne O' ea, Code En cement Officer
this 14t" da June 2012.
A PERSON DESIRES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT
ESE PROCEEDINGS, SUCH PERSON WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND THAT, FOR
THIS PURPOSE, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE
APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
City of Clermont
P.O. Box 120210, Clermont, FL 34712-0219
VIOLATION NOTICE
May 22, 2012
To: DAVID & DAWN RAMNATH
1594 MUIR CIR
CLERMONT, FL 34711
Violation # 2043
Certified, Return Receipts Requested #: 9171 9690 0935 0016 4437 20
Property Address: 1594 MUIR CIR., CLERMONT, FL 34711
Parcel Number: 20-22-26-1975-0000-0900
Type of Violation: TREE PRUNING
In Violation Of: Chapter 118, Section 118-35
Titled: "Maintenance and Pruning." (SEE ATTACHED COPY)
You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section of the City of
Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the three Oak trees located in the front yard of the
property that were severely overpruned.
Hatrackingr means to flat -cut the top or sides of a tree, severing the leader or leaders, to make
internodal cuts; to prune a tree by stubbing off mature wood larger than three inches in
diameter, or reducing the total circumference of canopy spread not in conformance with the
current National Arborist Association standards.
Severeiv trimmed shall mean the cutting of the branches and/or trunk of a tree in a manner
which will substantially reduce the overall size of the tree area so as to destroy the existing
symmetrical appearance or natural shape of the tree in a manner which results in the removal
of the main lateral branches, leaving the trunk of the tree with a stub appearance.
Compliance of This Violation will be when the following is completed in its entirety:
• The trees must individually meet 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
• The trees must be replaced in close proximity to the affected tree, and not elsewhere
on the property.
• If you remove the affected trees, a tree removal permit must be submitted before
removal.
You are required to contact me at (362) 241-7309 or soshea(Mclermondl.orn when you
comply.
You are directed to take action by June 22, 2012. Failure to remedy the violation within the
allotted time will result in a hearing before the Code Enforcement Board.
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From: Suzanne L OShea
Friday, August 31, 2012 1:56 PM
'Ellis Abide'
Subject: RE: JO-EL,Ilc
I will do that.
You are scheduled for the September 18th hearing, at 7pm.
Suzanne O'Shea
Code Enforcement Officer
City of Clermont
685 W. Montrose St.
Clermont Florida 34711
Direct # 352 241-7309
soshea(@clermontfl.org
-----Original Message -----
From: Ellis Abide [mailto:ellisrabide(@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, August 31, 2012 1:55 PM
To: Suzanne L OShea
Subject: JO-EL,llc
Suzanne,
Please reschedule my appearance in front of the Code Enforcement Board for the
upcoming 3rd Tuesday of September 2012.
Let me know.
Ellis R. Abide (managing member)
1
City of Clermont
P.O. BOX 120219, CLERMONT, FLORIDA 34712-0219
STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
In the matter of:
CASE NO. 11-782
JO EL PROPERTIES LLC
340 BUNKER PLACE
ORLANDO, FL 32804-3010
RE: VACANT LOTS BETWEEN 7T" & 8T" ST.,
ON MINNEOLA AND MONTROSE ST, CLERMONT, FL 34711
1. On November 151h, 2011, the Code Enforcement Board held a Public Hearing
and issued Findings of Fact, Conclusion of Law, and Order in the above -styled
matter.
2. That, pursuant to said Order, Respondent was to have taken certain corrective
action on or before December 20th, 2011, or $250.00 per day would accrue until
the property was found to be in compliance.
3. A reinspection was not requested by the Respondent, but the property was
observed to be in compliance on February 27, 2012.
4. Fines have accrued in the amount of $17,000. (68 days @ $250 p/d)
Dated c�
Suizrano� O'Shea
Code orcement Officer
City of Clermont
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE
CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA
CITY OF CLERMONT Case No: CEB 11-782
Vacant lots between 7 & 81h St. on Minneola Ave
Petitioner, Clermont, Florida
VS.
JO-EL LLC,
Respondent.
FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSION OF LAW and ORDER
THIS MATTER came before the Code Enforcement Board of the City of Clermont for
hearing on November 15, 2011 and the Board having heard sworn testimony and received
evidence from Suzanne O' Shea, Code Enforcement Officer, for the City and having noted
that Respondent was not present, thereupon issues the following Findings of Fact, Conclusion of
Law, and Order:
I. FINDINGS OF FACT
1) Notice as required by Section 162.12, F.S. was provided to Respondent.
2) The Respondent is the owner of and in custody and control of the property described in
the Violation Notice dated October 7, 2011, located in Clermont, Florida.
3) There exists on the property excessive accumulation of weeds, grass, debris and rubbish.
I1. CONCLUSION OF LAW
The Code Enforcement Board finds the Respondent, JO-EL LLC is in violation of
Clermont City Code Chapter 34, Section 36-61 (1) Weeds, (2) Refuse.
III. ORDER
Based on the above -stated findings and conclusion of law, it is hereby Ordered that:
1) Respondent shall correct the above -stated violation on or before December 20, 2011, by
taking the remedial action as set forth in the Violation Notice dated October 7, 2011. If the
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Respondent fails to timely correct the violation a fine of TWO HUNDRED FIFTY
DOLLARS ($250.00) will accrue for each day the violation continues past December 20,
2011.
2) Respondent bears the burden of, and shall contact the City of Clermont Code Enforcement
Department to arrange for a re -inspection of the Property and to verify that the violation has
been corrected, and the property has been brought into compliance with the City Code
Sections as cited above. Respondent shall call (352) 241-7309 to request an inspection.
3) Any fine imposed shall accrue from the date it is imposed until the date that the violation
is corrected as verified by the City of Clermont Code Enforcement Department.
t
Done and Ordered this day of November 2011.
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE
CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA-9
ames T. Purvis
An aggrieved party, including the City Council of the City of Clermont, may appeal a final
administrative order of the Code Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court. Any such appeal shall
be filed within thirty (30) days of the rendition of this Order as set forth in Section 162.11, Florida
Statutes.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on this S � day of November 2011, a true and correct
copy of this Order has been furnished by certified and regular mail to the Respondent, Jo El
LLC 340 Bunker Place, Orlando, FL 32804-3010.
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City of Clermont
P.O. BOX 120219, CLERMONT, FLORIDA 34712-0219
AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE
In the matter of:
CASE NO. 12-857
JO EL PROPERTIES LLC
340 BUNKER PLACE
ORLANDO, FL 32804-3010
RE: VACANT LOTS BETWEEN 7T" & 8T" ST.,
ON MINNEOLA AND MONTROSE ST, CLERMONT, FL 34711
On July 17, 1012, the Code Enforcement Board held a Public Hearing
and issued Findings of Fact, Conclusion of Law, and Order in the above -styled
matter.
2. That, pursuant to said Order, the Respondent was found to be in REPEAT
VIOLATION, and fines were ordered to accrue in the amount of $250.00 per day,
for every day the violation was observed since July 2, 2012.
Fines would continue to accrue until full compliance was met.
3. 1 was contacted by the Respondent, and was requested to conduct an inspection
on Monday July 161n. I performed an inspection and the property did not meet
compliance on this date. The Respondent was notified.
4. A random inspection was performed on July 25tn, which did not comply.
5. At the Respondents request, I met him on property on July 271n, 2012, to review
the areas of concern. An email from the Respondent on July 30tn stated that it
was completed. Again, the property was not yet in compliance upon inspection on
July 30tn, and the Respondent was notified.
6. A final inspection was requested by the Respondent, and full compliance was met
on August 61n
7. Fines have accrued from July 2"d to August 5tn in the amount of $250 p/d, totaling
$8,750 (35 days @ $250 p/d)
Dated
Su ne O' ea
Code Enfor ent Officer
City of Clermont
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE
CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA
CITY OF CLERMONT Case No: CEB 12-857
Vacant Lot on Minneola Between 7th & 8ch
Petitioner, Clermont, Florida
VS.
JO-EL, LLC,
Respondent.
FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSION OF LAW and ORDER
OF REPEAT VIOLATION
THIS MATTER came before the Code Enforcement Board of the City of Clermont for
hearing on July 17, 2012 upon Petitioner's Notice of Repeat Violation dated July 2, 2012 and the
Board having heard sworn testimony and received evidence from Suzanne O'Shea, Code
Enforcement Officer for the City and having noted that Respondent was not represented,
thereupon issues the following Findings of Fact, Conclusion of Law, and Order of Repeat
Violation:
I. FINDINGS OF FACT
1) Notice as required by Section 162.12, F.S. was provided to Respondent.
2) The Respondent is the record owner of and in custody and control of the property
described in the Repeat Violation Notice dated July 2, 2012 and located in Clermont,
Florida.
3) As of July 2, 2012 there existed on the subject property tall grass and weeds in excess of
18 inches.
4) This violation is a repeat violation of a prior order of this Board dated November 15, 2011.
II. CONCLUSION OF LAW
The Code Enforcement Board finds the Respondent, JO-EL, LLC, is in repeat violation
of Clermont City Code Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1) Weeds.
III. ORDER
Based on the above -stated findings and conclusion of law, it is hereby Ordered that:
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1) A fine is hereby imposed in the amount of $250 per day commencing July 2, 2012 for the
repeat violation. The fine shall continue to accrue at that rate, until such time as the
repeat violation is corrected as observed and documented by the Code Enforcement
Officer.
2) Respondent bears the burden of, and shall contact the City of Clermont Code Enforcement
Department to arrange for a re -inspection of the Property and to verify that the violation
has been corrected, and the property has been brought into compliance with the City Code
Sections as cited above. Respondent shall call (352) 241-7309 to request an inspection.
AN -
Done and Ordered this \Cl� day of July 2012.
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE
CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA
wek5i—
Chairman David Holt
An aggrieved party, including the City Council of the City of Clermont, may appeal a final
administrative order of the Code Enforcement Board to the Circuit Court. Any such appeal shall
be filed within thirty (30) days of the rendition of this Order as set forth in Section 162.11, Florida
Statutes.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on this day of July 2012, a true and correct copy of
this Order has been furnished by certified and regular mail to the Respondent, Jo -el, LLC, 340
Bunker Place, Orlando, FL 32804-3010.
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Code Enforcement Board of the
City of Clermont
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF CLERMONT,
Petitioner
VS.
KINGS RIDGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC
C/O LELAND MANAGEMENT
and
KINGS RIDGE GOLF CLUB LLC
Respondent
Case No. 12-876
Violation No. 1771
Pursuant to Section 2-206 of the Code of the City of Clermont, Florida, you are hereby called to take notice that a
Public Hearing will be conducted in the above -styled cause, pending and undetermined by the Code Enforcement
Board on:
Tuesday, September 18t"1 2012, at 7:00 PM
at
685 West Montrose Street, Clermont, Florida.
Council Chambers of City Hall
The Board will receive testimony and evidence at said Public Hearing and shall make such findings of fact as are
supported by the testimony and evidence pertaining to the matters alleged in the attached Affidavit of Violations.
If the violation is not corrected by the time specified by the Code Enforcement Officer in his/her Violation Notice,
this case may be presented to the Board even if the violation has been corrected prior to the hearing date. If a
violation is determined to be a repeat violation, the case will be presented to the board regardless of compliance
date.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing Notice of Hearing has been
furnished by Certified Mail/Personal Service to Respondents,
Kings Ridge Community Association Inc., C/O Leland Management, 1900 Kings Ridge Blvd.,
Clermont, FL 34711 (Certified Mail# 9171 9690 0935 0016 4446 28)
Kings Ridge Golf Club LLC., 701 Golf Park Dr., Celebration, FL 34747
(Certified Mail# 9171 9690 0935 0016 4446 35) rl\
BY:
Suzann Sh , Cod o e ent Officer
this 271h day pfinugust, 2012.
IF A PERSON DESIRES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTE)t/CONSIDERED AT THESE PROCEEDINGS,
UCH PERSON WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND THAT, FOR THIS PURPOSE, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO
NSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON
JHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
City of Clermont
P.O. Box 120210, Clermont, FL 34712-0219
VIOLATION NOTICE
April 12, 2012
To: KINGS RIDGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC
C/O LELAND MANAGEMENT
1900 KINGS RIDGE BLVD
CLERMONT, FL 34711
CERTIFIED MAIL# 9171 9690 0935 0016 4432 70
and
KINGS RIDGE GOLF CLUB LLC
701 GOLF PARK DR
CELEBRATION, FL 34747
CERTIFIED MAIL# 9171 9690 0935 0016 4432 87
Violation # 1771
Property Address: STORMWATER AREAS LOCATED ON THE KING'S RIDGE
GOLF COURSE, CLERMONT, FL 34711
Type of Violation: VIOLATION OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
In Violation Of: Chapter 86, Section 86-141
Titled: Conditional Use Permits "Generally." (SEE ATTACHED COPY)
You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section of the City of
Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the violation of the Conditional Use Permit,
Resolution No. 1455, adopted on January 22nd of November, 2005.
Page 10, Section G- Soormwater Management Plan Requirements, #5 states, "A duly
authorized and sanctioned Home (Master Property) Owners Association, shall be the
entity responsible for the maintenance of the stormwater management system."
• In the area of Farmington Ct. the stormwater system area, consisting of the
retention pond, outfall structure, pipes, etc., have become eroded, damaged, and
suffered collapse. There has been a lack of general maintenance to the pond
observed by weeds and grass over 18 inches in height, and the dumping of
concrete in the area.
Compliance of This Violation will be when the following conditions are met in their
entirety and within the time specified:
1. Mow/trim retention areas so that weeds and grass do not exceed 18 inches.
2. Remove all miscellaneous refuse and vegetative debris from the pond.
3. Engineered plans are submitted to the City of Clermont Engineering Department
for the rebuilding of the damaged stormwater system.
(Please contact (352)241-7337 Tamara Richardson- Director of Engineering, for
specifics on submission requirements)
4. Routine maintenance is performed on the contributing stormwater system to
eliminate any areas of blockage, backups, water flow issues, etc.
5. The stormwater system is rebuilt and maintained as to the approved plans
submitted to the engineering department.
You are directed to take the above action for compliance by June 30, 2012.
Failure to remedy the violation within the allotted time will result in a Notice to Appear
for a hearing before the Code Enforcement Board.
Please call (352) 241-7309 or contact me at soshea(ftlermontfl.org when compliance
is met or if you have any concerns regarding this matter.
By; , Vr
Su a e O'Shea
Code Enf6rcement Officer
Code Enforcement Board of the
City of Clermont
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF CLERMONT, Case No. 12-878
Petitioner Violation No. 2143
VS.
WOODY & WALLACE LAND DEVELOPMENT LLC,
Respondent
Pursuant to Section 2-206 of the Code of the City of Clermont, Florida, you are hereby called to take
notice that a Public Hearing will be conducted in the above -styled cause, pending and undetermined by
the Code Enforcement Board on:
Tuesday Sept 18, 2012 at 7:00 PM
at
685 West Montrose Street, Clermont, Florida.
Council Chambers of City Hall
The Board will receive testimony and evidence at said Public Hearing and shall make such findings of
fact as are supported by the testimony and evidence pertaining to the matters alleged in the attached
Affidavit of Violations.
If the violation is not corrected by the time specified by the Code Enforcement Officer in his/her
Violation Notice, this case may be presented to the Board even if the violation has been corrected prior
to the hearing date. If a violation is determined to be a repeat violation, the case will be presented to
the board regardless of compliance date.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing Notice of Hearing has been
furnished by Certified Mail/Personal Service to Respondent, Woody & Wallace Land Development LLC,
11740 Osprey Pointe Blvd, Clermont, FL 34711(Certified Mail/Return Receipt Requested .8171 9690 0935 0016 4584 41)
BY: -
Allen LaClair
Code Enforcement Officer
This 27th day of August, 2012.
'r: A PERSON DESIRES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT
HESE PROCEEDINGS, SUCH PERSON WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND THAT, FOR
I HIS PURPOSE, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE
APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
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City of Clermont
P.O. Box 120210, Clermont, FL 34712-0219
VIOLATION NOTICE
August 27, 2012
To: Woody & Wallace Land Development LLC
11740 Osprey Pointe Blvd.
Clermont, FL 34711
Violation # 2143
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested #: 9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 41
Property or Violation Address: Hancock Towne Centre Sub Lot 5
Parcel Number(s): 28-22-26-010000000500
Type of Violation: OVERGROWTH OF WEEDS
In Violation Of: Code of Ordinances, Section 34-61
Titled: Nuisances
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 property.
Compliance of This Violation will be when the property is evenly mowed, trimmed, and
edged (where necessary).
Please contact me at (352) 241-7304 or alaclair@clermontfl.org when you comply.
By:
Allen LaClair
Code Enforcement Officer
Code Enforcement Board of the
City of Clermont
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF CLERMONT, Case No. 12-881
Petitioner Violation No. 2108
VS.
JOANNES THOEN
PHYLLIS FLORES TRUSTEE
Respondent
Pursuant to Section 2-206 of the Code of the City of Clermont, Florida, you are hereby called to take
notice that a Public Hearing will be conducted in the above -styled cause, pending and undetermined by
the Code Enforcement Board on:
Tuesday September 18th1 2012 at 7:00 PM
at
685 West Montrose Street, Clermont, Florida.
Council Chambers of City Hall
The Board will receive testimony and evidence at said Public Hearing and shall make such findings of
fact as are supported by the testimony and evidence pertaining to the matters alleged in the attached
Affidavit of Violations.
If the violation is not corrected by the time specified by the Code Enforcement Officer in his/her
Violation Notice, this case may be presented to the Board even if the violation has been corrected prior
to the hearing date. If a violation is determined to be a repeat violation, the case will be presented to
the board regardless of compliance date.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.
I Hereby Certify That A True And Correct Copy Of The Above And Foregoing Notice Of Hearing Has
Been Furnished By Certified Mail/Personal Service To Respondent, Joannes Thoen, Phyllis Flores
Trustee, P.O Box 1270, Minneola, FI 34755-1270
(Certified Mail/Return Receipt Requested# 9171 9690 0935 001 446 80)
BY:
Code En orcInt OfficerThis 28thdaAugust 2012.
IF A PERSON DESIRES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THESE
PROCEEDINGS, SUCH PERSON WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND THAT, FOR THIS PURPOSE,
"'JCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH
ICLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
City of Clermont
P.O. Box 120210, Clermont, FL 34712-0219
VIOLATION NOTICE
July 24, 2012
To: JOANNES THOEN
PHYLLIS FLORES TRUSTEE
P.O BOX 1270
MINNEOLA, FL 34755-1270
Violation # 2108
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested #: 9171 9690 0935 0016 4443 21
Property Address: 251 CRESTVIEW DR., CLERMONT, FL 34711
Parcel Number: 18 22 26 0200 00130 0600
Type of Violation: UNLAWFUL MAINTENANCE OF NUISANCES
In Violation Of: Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (1) Weeds
Chapter 34, Section 34-61 (3) Harborage for Rats,
Snakes and other Vermin
Titled: "Enumeration of prohibited items, conditions or actions
constituting nuisances." (SEE ATTACHED COPY)
You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section of the City
of Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the accumulation of high grass and weeds on
the property in excess of 18 inches.
Compliance of This Violation will be when the entire premises has been returned to
a condition met with custom and usual maintenance, clean of all dead, dying, and/or
excess vegetation, uniformly trimmed and mowed.
Please contact me at 352 241-7309 or soshea(a--)clermontfl.org when you comply.
You are directed to take the above action for compliance by August 4, 2012. Failure
to remedy the violation within the allotted time will result in a Notice to Appear for a
hearing before the Code Enforcement Board.
By:
Code Enforcement Board of the
City of Clermont
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF CLERMONT, Case No. 12-882
Petitioner Violation No. 2146
vs.
KANKOO ENTERPRISES LLC
Respondent
Pursuant to Section 2-206 of the Code of the City of Clermont, Florida, you are hereby called to take
notice that a Public Hearing will be conducted in the above -styled cause, pending and undetermined by
the Code Enforcement Board on:
Tuesday September 18, at 7:00 PM
at
685 West Montrose Street, Clermont, Florida.
Council Chambers of City Hall
The Board will receive testimony and evidence at said Public Hearing and shall make such findings of
fact as are supported by the testimony and evidence pertaining to the matters alleged in the attached
Affidavit of Violations.
If the violation is corrected and then recurs, or if the violation is not corrected by the time specified by
the Code Enforcement Officer in his/her Statement of Violation, this case may be presented to the
Board even if the violation has been corrected prior to the hearing.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing Notice of Hearing has been
furnished by Certified Mail/Personal Service to Respondent, Kankoo Enterprises LLC, c/o Akber Jamal,
3015 Windchime Circle West, Suite 786, Apopka, FL 32703(Certified Mail/Return Receipt Requested# 9171 9690 0935
0016 4584 65)
BY:
Allen LaClair, Code Enforcement Officer
this 29th day of August, 2012.
IF A PERSON DESIRES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT
THESE PROCEEDINGS, SUCH PERSON WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND THAT, FOR
'HIS PURPOSE, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
'ROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE
APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
City of Clermont
P.O. Box 120210, Clermont, FL 34712-0219
REPEAT VIOLATION NOTICE
August 29, 2012
To: Kankoo Enterprises, LLC
c/o Akber Jamal
3015 Windchime Circle West
Suite 786
Apopka, FL 32703
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested #: 9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 58
Property Address: Hancock Rd & E Hwy 50, Clermont
Parcel Number(s): 27-22-26-000200000900
Violation # 2146
Type of Violation: UNLAWFUL MAINTENANCE OF NUISANCES
In Violation Of: Chapter 34, Section 34-61(1) Weeds
Titled: "Enumeration of prohibited items, conditions or actions
constituting nuisances."
You are hereby notified that you are in repeat 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 and the property maintained at regular
intervals in the future.
Please contact me at (352) 241-7304 or alaclair@clermontfl.org when you comply.
You are directed to take action immediately. Failure to remedy immediately will result in a
Notice to Appear for a hearing before the Code Enforcement Board and fines will accrue as
of today's date until the violation is abated.
By:
Allen LaClair
Code Enforcement Officer
9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 58
Code Enforcement Board of the
City of Clermont
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF CLERMONT, Case No. 12-883
Petitioner Violation No. 2147
VS.
EDWIN GRAVENSTEIN,
Respondent
Pursuant to Section 2-206 of the Code of the City of Clermont, Florida, you are hereby called to take
notice that a Public Hearing will be conducted in the above -styled cause, pending and undetermined by
the Code Enforcement Board on:
Tuesday September 18, 2012, at 7:00 PM
at
685 West Montrose Street, Clermont, Florida.
Council Chambers of City Hall
The Board will receive testimony and evidence at said Public Hearing and shall make such findings of
fact as are supported by the testimony and evidence pertaining to the matters alleged in the attached
Affidavit of Violations.
If the violation is corrected and then recurs, or if the violation is not corrected by the time specified by
the Code Enforcement Officer in his/her Statement of Violation, this case may be presented to the
Board even if the violation has been corrected prior to the hearing.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing Notice of Hearing has been
furnished by Certified Mail/Personal Service to Respondent, Edwin Gravenstein, 1542 Pier St, Clermont,
FL 347356
(Certified Mail/Return Receipt Requested# 9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 65)
BY:
Allen La lair, Code Enforcement Officer
this 30th day of August, 2012.
"" A PERSON DESIRES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT
HESE PROCEEDINGS, SUCH PERSON WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND THAT, FOR
THIS PURPOSE, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE
APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
City of Clermont
P.O. Box 120210, Clermont, FL 34712-0219
VIOLATION NOTICE
Aug 30, 2012
To: Edwin Gravenstein
1542 Pier St.
Clermont, FL 34711
Copy To: Gary & Gloria Jones
17721 Deer Isle Cir
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested #: 9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 65
Violation # 2147
Property or Violation Address: 1542 Pier St
Parcel Number(s): 20-22-26-016000005400
Type of Violation: FAILURE TO REMIT IRRIGATION FINE
In Violation Of: Chapter 66, Section 66-221
Titled: Fine schedule
Type of Violation: VIOLATION OF IRRIGATION SCHEDULE
In Violation Of: Chapter 66, Section 66-220
Titled: Landscape irrigation schedule
You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section of the City of
Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the violation of the mandatory watering restrictions put
in place by ordinance and the St. Johns Water Management District. In addition, a fine of
$50 for the violation has not yet been remitted.
Compliance of This Violation will be when the fine is paid, automatic irrigation occurs only
on permitted days and no future violations occur within 1 year.
Please contact me at (352) 241-7304 or alaclair@clermontfl.org when you comply.
You are directed to take action immediately.
By:
Allen LaClair
Code Enforcement Officer
9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 65
Code Enforcement Board of the
City of Clermont
NOTICE OF HEARING
CITY OF CLERMONT, Case No. 12-884
Petitioner Violation No. 2148
LT"
BERNARD PHILLIPS,
Respondent
Pursuant to Section 2-206 of the Code of the City of Clermont, Florida, you are hereby called to take
notice that a Public Hearing will be conducted in the above -styled cause, pending and undetermined by
the Code Enforcement Board on:
Tuesday September 18, 2012, at 7:00 PM
at
685 West Montrose Street, Clermont, Florida.
Council Chambers of City Hall
The Board will receive testimony and evidence at said Public Hearing and shall make such findings of
fact as are supported by the testimony and evidence pertaining to the matters alleged in the attached
Affidavit of Violations.
If the violation is corrected and then recurs, or if the violation is not corrected by the time specified by
the Code Enforcement Officer in his/her Statement of Violation, this case may be presented to the
Board even if the violation has been corrected prior to the hearing.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY.
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing Notice of Hearing has been
furnished by Certified Mail/Personal Service to Respondent, Bernard Phillips, 1056 Glenraven Ln,
Clermont, FL 34711
(Certified Mail/Return Receipt Requested# 9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 72)
BY:
Allen LaClair, Code Enforcement Officer
this 30th day of August, 2012.
7 A PERSON DESIRES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT
'HESE PROCEEDINGS, SUCH PERSON WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND THAT, FOR
THIS PURPOSE, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE
APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
City of Clermont
P.O. Box 120210, Clermont, FL 34712-0219
VIOLATION NOTICE
Aug 30, 2012
To: Bernard J Phillips
1056 Glenraven St.
Clermont, FL 34711
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested #: 9171 9690 0935 0016 4584 72
Violation # 2148
Property or Violation Address: 1056 Glenraven St.
Parcel Number(s): 08-23-26-066000010000
Type of Violation: FAILURE TO REMIT IRRIGATION FINE
In Violation Of: Chapter 66, Section 66-221
Titled: Fine schedule
Type of Violation: VIOLATION OF IRRIGATION SCHEDULE
In Violation Of: Chapter 66, Section 66-220
Titled: Landscape irrigation schedule
You are hereby notified that you are in violation of the referenced section of the City of
Clermont Code of Ordinances due to the violation of the mandatory watering restrictions put
in place by ordinance and the St. Johns Water Management District. In addition, a fine of
$50 for the violation has not yet been remitted.
Compliance of This Violation will be when the fine is paid, automatic irrigation occurs only
on permitted days and no future violations occur within 1 year.
Please contact me at (352) 241-7304 or alaclair@clermontfl.org when you comply.
You are directed to take action immediately.
y
Allen LaClair
Code Enforcement Officer
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