Minutes - 05.16.2022 - Code EnforcementCITY OF CLERMONT
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CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
MAY 16, 2022
The regular meeting of the Code Enforcement Board was called to order on Monday, May 16,
2022, at 6:00 p.m. Members attending were Board members Matthew Norton, Beth Walters, Justin
Allender, Bill Rini, Paul Duhon, Dieter Grube, and James Johnson. Also attending were Evie
Wallace, Code Enforcement Manager, Andrew Snodgrass, Joshua Cortez, and Samaria Lake, Code
Enforcement Officers, Curt Henschel, Development Services Director, Sam Reda, Code
Enforcement Attorney, Dan Mantzaris, City Attorney, Patrick Grant, City Attorney, and Rae
Chidlow, Planning Coordinator.
Board member Rini made a motion to approve the minutes for the April 18, 2022 Code
Enforcement workshop; seconded by Board member Walters. The vote was unanimous to approve
the minutes.
Chairman Johnson read the Opening Remarks.
Code Enforcement Manager Wallace and Code Enforcement Officers Snodgrass, Cortez and Lake,
along with any of the public who may testify, were sworn in.
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that the Board will hear Items 1, 2, 3, 4, and 11 have
Respondents present so these cases will be presented first then the remaining cases will be
presented.
CASE NO. C2021-000031 & C2021-000029
Richard Klass
588 & 590 W. Juniata St.
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 588 & 590 W. Juniata, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Sections 122-344; Chapter 34, Section 34-61 to 61-64; IPMC
Sections 109.1, 108.5, 108.1.3, & 108.1.1
CASE NO. C2021-000032
Camba Properties, Inc.
586 W. Juniata Street
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 586 W. Juniata, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Sections 122-344; Chapter 34, Section 34-61 to 61-64; IPMC
Sections 109.1, 108.5, 108.1.3, & 108.1.1
CASE NO. C2021-000033
Barbara Giacobe
584 W. Juniata St.
Clermont, FL 34711
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LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 584 W. Juniata, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Sections 122-344; Chapter 34, Section 34-61 to 61-64; IPMC
Sections 109.1, 108.5, 108.1.3, & 108.1.1
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case. He stated that these cases were previously heard
before the Magistrate and Code Enforcement Officer Wallace will present an update.
The Respondents were present and was sworn in.
Code Enforcement Officer Wallace, who was sworn in, exhibited pictures that are a true and
accurate depiction of the current condition of the property.
Richard Klaas, 505 7d' Street, who was sworn in, stated that he owns 588 and 590 W. Juniata St.
which each unit is a fee simple unit. He stated that there was a cross line across the ceiling and
when the fire happened it created a short back to the outside power unit so it needed to be replaced.
He stated that in January Duke Energy told him that all four units would need to have new meter
can installed in order to move forward. He stated that he fronted all the money to get the power to
all four units. He stated that he had the roof completed in January. He stated that only one unit was
permitted in the process and he needs to get that corrected. He stated he is almost done with his
units.
Board member Rini asked why Duke Energy telling him he cannot have separate meter cans on
each unit.
Mr. Klass stated that he has to go on what Duke Energy is telling him to do. He stated he was
working on hiring an electrical contractor.
Ed Miller, 7600 Postal Colony Rd., Camba Properties, stated that the power issue is new to him.
He stated that he can leave a time line of what has been done and will be done. He stated that there
is a homeowner's agreement that states the common walls are the responsibility of all four owners.
He stated that he went to the engineer to redo the block design. Then he had them redraft the
drawings to the way it was previously built. He stated that the soonest they could find someone to
build manufactured trusses was 10 months out which would put them to November. He stated that
the roofs were not previously manufactured trusses, so to save time, they went back to ForeFront
Engineering to have a truss design to be built onsite. That work was completed in February. He
stated that the 2 structural walls were unsafe. He stated that and Richard Klaas and him have an
agreement to replace the common wall between units 2 and 3. He stated that it is understood that
the roof over that structural wall will have to come off because the code says you have to have 4
feet on each side and a 2 hour burn fire rated wall. He stated there is nothing structural left of his
unit other than the 2 walls. He stated that permitting paperwork was submitted on May 2nd. He
stated that the fire was August 25, 2019. He stated that Barbara Giacobe (unit #584) now has her
unit for sale and he needs to speak to the new owner to repair the common wall between her unit
and his. He stated that his plan is to get the common walls up and the roof done as fast as they can.
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Dan Mantzaris asked if everything was done since November 2021.
Mr. Miller stated that in early 2000 a dumpster was brought in and property was hauled out. He
stated that neither neighbor had insurance or the building would have been built by now. He stated
that he is cautious before he spends money and gets sued. He stated that everything that is
completed has been done since November 2021.
Mr. Mantzaris asked how much time he will need to fix everything.
Mr. Miller stated that it's in permitting.
Mr. Mantzaris asked if this was set up as a condo.
Mr. Miller stated that it is not set up as a condo.
Board member Rini asked about the block walls.
Mr. Miller stated that the bottom floor blocks are good, but the upper part of the common wall
blocks were damaged when the fire was being put out.
Board member Rini asked if all the walls were damaged.
Mr. Miller stated that the main beam is still good. He stated that the pitch above the beam is
cracked. He stated that they will remove all that and take off the roof that is over the common wall
and do it properly. He stated that he is trying to have structural walls and roof done by September,
depending on permitting.
Barbara Giacobe, 503 %2 E. Amelia, Orlando, stated that she owns 584 W. Juniata St., and she is
the only owner who actually lived in her unit. She stated that she reported the fire when it
happened. She stated that she is working with Mr. Efosa in hopes to sell her unit, who has been in
contact with the City already about permitting. She stated that this whole issue causes too much
anxiety for her and it's best to sell the unit.
Chairman Krzyminski asked that her intent is to sell the unit and the potential new owner is willing
to do the repairs.
Ms. Giacobe stated that yes he is willing to do the repairs. She stated that she has signed a
purchasing agreement. She stated the title search has been issued and should be completed by the
end of the week. She stated that Mr. Efosa has already had an engineer look at the unit.
City Attorney Mantzaris stated that the City would like a compliance date of 90 days and
compliance to include a Certificate of Occupancy no later than August 16, 2022. Should the
property not be in compliance then assess a fine of $150 days per day after August 16a'. He stated
that the idea is to put pressure on the owners to repair the structures.
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Mr. Klaas stated that deed restrictions are recorded and was put together by Dennis Horton.
CASE NO. C2021-000031 & C2021-000029
Board member Rini made a motion to continue to the Jul
v 18. 2022: seconded by Board member
Duhon. The vote was unanimous in favor of the continuance.
CASE NO. C2021-000032
Board member Grube made a motion to continue to the Jul v 18, 2022, seconded by Board member
Walters. The vote was unanimous in favor of the continuance.
CASE NO. C2021-000033
Board member Grebe made a motion to continue to the July 18, 2022: seconded by Board member
Duhon. The vote was unanimous in favor of the continuance.
CASE NO. C2107-000056
Side the Road, LLC
492 Chestnut Street
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 492 Chestnut Street, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Sections 122-344
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was present and was sworn in.
Code Enforcement Officer Snodgrass, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Rick McCoy, project engineer, stated that they are working with 18", 24" and a 30" retaining walls.
He stated that previously if it was under 4 foot a permit was not required. He stated that she has
had issues getting quality workers that fit her budget. He stated that the City has informed Ms.
Childs that she needs a contractor to pull a permit and to complete the work.
Chairman Johnson asked if in his opinion, is Ms. Childs in violation.
Mr. McCoy stated that he specifically made the retaining walls that small so that hand rails will
not be required. He stated that it's not public access or along the sidewalk. He stated that he did
not think there would be an issue.
Board member Rini asked what constitutes that type of wall being a retaining wall.
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Mr. McCoy stated that is the root of the question and why there is an issue. He stated that on his
plans he called them landscape walls because they were small walls. He stated that a retaining wall
to him is 4 feet or higher.
Carla Berger, 67 Wainwright Way, Avon Park, stated that this project has not been going since
2018. She stated that her site plan was approved in 2020 which cost her $20,000 and took the City
a year to sign off on the site plan. She stated that they began work in February 2021. She stated
that she had a contractor quote her $182,000 to put a $50,000 ice machine on her property. She
stated that all she wanted was an ice machine on her property. She stated that the retaining walls
are working. She would like to work with the City together to create a parking area for the Fire
Department. She stated that she was told she needed a licensed contractor, but she now knows she
needs a General Contractor. She stated to the City put a stop work order on her property. She stated
that she had to pay $1200 to get the workers to come back to complete the work. She stated the
stop work order was for not having a port a pot on site that was not even necessary. She stated at
that time there was mention of her working without a permit. She stated the information she has
received from the City is not consistent. She stated she has spoken with a contractor. She stated
that the wording in her conditional use permit stated landscape walls and she does not agree that
these are retaining walls.
Board member Rini stated that the blocks are an architectural block. He asked if she explained to
the workers what needed to be done.
Ms. Berger stated that with the contractor was hired, Rick and several City of Clermont employees
monitored the retention wall almost daily to make sure it was done properly.
City Attorney Dan Mantzaris stated that the violation is for working without a permit, when a
permit is obtained then the contractor will have to ensure that the wall is to code.
Board member Allender made a motion to find the Respondent in violation, with a fine of $150.00
or every day in violation after August 14, 2022: seconded by Board member Walters. The vote
was unanimous in favor of finding violation and amount of me.
CASE NO. C2204-000001
Troy White
1948 Knollcrest Drive
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1948 Knollcrest Drive, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 62, Sections 62-33
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was present and was sworn in.
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Code Enforcement Officer Wallace, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Troy White, 1948 Knollcrest Drive, stated that he is the owner. He stated that his car broke down
and that's why the truck was parked in front of the home.
Jerrod Taylor, 1878 Knollcrest Drive, stated that he is the President of Skyridge Valley HOA. He
stated that this has been going on for many years. He read into the record the section of the CCR
that pertains to the violation for the HOA. He stated that he wants people to follow the rules. He
showed some photos of the truck parked in the neighborhood.
Board member Grube made a motion to find the Respondent in repeat violation, with a fine of
$500.00 for every day (5 days) in repeat violation, total of $2500: seconded by Board member
Duhon. The vote was unanimous in favor offlndingg the Mpeat violation and amount oL ine.
CASE NO. C2110-000037
Jeremy L. Chamberlin
381 E. Minnehaha Ave.
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 381 E. Minnehaha Ave., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Sections 122-344; Chapter 34, Section 34-61 & 34-62; IPMC
Section 302.4
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Cortez, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Board member Grube made a motion to find the Respondent was in violation with no fine assessed
at this time, if the Respondent comes into violation again they will be found in repeat violation:
seconded by Board member Duhon. The vote was unanimous in favor o„� anding violation.
CASE NO. C2112-000034
Bryan Strawser
235 2nd Street
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 235 2nd Street, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Sections 122-344
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City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Cortez, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Board member Grube made a motion to find the Respondent in violation, with a fine o $150.00
or every day in violation after June 16. 2022: seconded by Board member Duhon. The vote was
unanimous in favor of finding violation and amount o, fine.
CASE NO. C2111-000009
Daniel Boyan
1283 Legendary Blvd.
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1283 Legendary Blvd., Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 122, Sections 122-344
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Snodgrass, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Board member Duhon made a motion to find the Respondent in violation, with a fine o $150.00
or every day in violation after June 16, 2022: seconded by Board member Grube. The vote was
unanimous in favor offindinga violation and amount o, f ne.
CASE NO. C2203-000023
Lou Natem, LLC
Plaster Cottage
1203 W. Highway 50
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1203 W. Highway 50, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 58, Sections 58-116, 58-118, 58-122, & 58-125
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
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Code Enforcement Officer Cortez, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Board member Allender made a motion to end the Respondent in violation, with a fine of $50.00
for every day in violation after June 16. 2022: seconded by Board member Rini. The vote was
unanimous in favor of anding violation and amount o,� ane.
CASE NO. C2202-000005
Frederick L. Christensen Trust
Action Gator Tire
591 E. Highway 50
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 591 E. Highway 50, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Sections 34-95
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
Code Enforcement Officer Cortez, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Board member Grube made a motion to find the Respondent in violation, with a fine of $250.00
or every day in violation after June 16. 2022: seconded by Board member Walters. The vote was
unanimous in favor of anding violation and amount o, f ine.
CASE NO. C2201-000010
Ahmad H N Alyahya
Alternate Key 1529549-Roane Road
Clermont, FL 34711
LOCATION OF VIOLATION: Alternate Key 1529549-Roane Road, Clermont, FL 34711
VIOLATION: Chapter 34, Section 34-61, 34-62; Chapter 122, Sections 122-348, Section 34-141
City Attorney Mantzaris introduced the case.
The Respondent was not present.
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Code Enforcement Officer Snodgrass, 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, dates,
and staff recommendation for the record.
Board member Grube made a motion to find the Respondent in violation, with a fine of $250.00
or everyday in violation after June 16. 2022: seconded by Board member Duhon. The vote was
unanimous in favor offlndinQ violation and amount o£fine.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
Attest:
Rae Chidlow, Code Enforcement Clerk
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James iohnson, C irman
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