4970 CITY HALL BLVD  
NORTH PORT, FL 34286  
City of North Port  
Meeting Minutes  
Code Compliance Hearing  
Thursday, February 22, 2024  
9:00 AM  
City Commission Chambers  
1. CALL TO ORDER  
Hearing Officer Toale called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.  
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Hearing Officer Toale.  
Also Present:  
Police Legal Advisor Katlyn Coughlin, Code Enforcement Division Manager Kevin  
Raducci, Code Compliance Recording Secretary William Kiddy, Code Enforcement  
Inspectors Dave Grandt, Nathan Long, and Kenneth Schauer, Development Services  
Director Alaina Ray, and City Clerk Heather Faust  
3. PUBLIC COMMENT  
There was no public comment.  
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
24-0184  
Approve Minutes for the January 25, 2024 Code Enforcement Hearing  
Meeting  
Hearing Officer Toale approved the Minutes as presented.  
5. REVIEW OF PROCEDURES AND ADMINISTRATION OF OATH  
Hearing Officer Toale provided an overview of procedures and Ms. Faust swore in all  
those wishing to provide testimony.  
6. COMPLIANT CASES  
Case No  
23-4380  
(DG) MATTHEW G & STEPHANIE CALLEIA, TAMARA CALLEIA; 4437  
GORGAS ST  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired Permit 19-1034 for Water Heater Electric is Expired.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4519  
(DG) RPM MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC; 6520 ELMWOOD RD  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris in rear of property consisting of bicycles, chairs,  
plastic buckets, and other miscellaneous items. There is also debris on  
right side of house consisting of plastic wrap. Debris in front of house  
consisting of a downed basketball hoop.)  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
(Debris in City Right-of-way consisting of a chair.)  
Chapter 62-50, North Port City Code Refuse container(s)  
(Solid Waste Containers improperly stored. Containers must be stored  
behind the front plane of the home.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4526  
(MCK) JOHN B & JANICE E SCHENK; 4523 ALADDIN AVE  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris consisting of a tattered tarp on the roof, of which  
pieces are flying around the neighborhood. Tarp needs to be removed  
and replaced.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4661  
(NL) BIG JIM VIII LLC; 1075 INNOVATION AVE UNIT 103  
Chapter 58-104, North Port City Code Occupancy of any building is  
prohibited until the type of occupancy has been established and said  
building is in compliance.  
(Pro Seller LLC is is operating business without a change of occupancy.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4759  
(DG) CIRCLE K STORES INC; 13280 TAMIAMI TRL  
Sec. 37-29(H)(3) Unified Land Development Code – Roadway Design  
and Construction Standards  
(Large pot hole in the Alley behind this building.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4772  
(NL) JAMES & BROOK KIEFER; 2142 KOWAL AVE  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Truck & Trailer parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4783  
(DG) DOBRICA DJORDEJEVIC; 8409 TRIONFO AVE  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris in rear of property consisting of metal and  
aluminum.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4829  
(DG) STACY CONERY 2018 TRUST; 7514 TASCO DR  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired roofing permit #22-17735.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4873  
(DG) THOMAS G & PAMELA L BLAKOWITZ; 8149 COCO SOLO AVE  
Chapter 70-56, North Port City Code Assigned numbers  
(No visible assigned numbers affixed to residence.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4900  
(DG) CHERYL & MICHAEL LASCOLA; 4705 PAN AMERICAN BLVD  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking  
(Vehicles parked at residence not on an improved surface.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4904  
(DG)  
AMERICAN BLVD  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking  
KEITH  
P
MAHONEY,  
PATRICIA  
LAWRENCE;  
4780 PAN  
(Vehicles on this property not parked on an improved surfaced which is  
required per City Code.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4923  
(NL) CIARA MARIE MARRERO, JOSE OJEDA RAFAEL LEBRON;  
5073 BARCELONA DR  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way  
(Multiple cars parked in the City Right-of-way across the street from  
residence.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4925  
(DG) JULIE A LIGHTBODY; 7131 TOTEM AVE  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Dilapidated fence on the property with missing panels. Fence must be  
removed, repaired, or replaced.)  
Chapter 70-56, North Port City Code Assigned numbers must be at least  
three (3) inches in height, in Arabic numeral form, placed on  
contrasting background visible from the street.  
a
(No visible assigned numbers affixed to residence.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.v  
Case No  
23-4930  
(NL) JEFFREY P & JUNE ANTMANN; 1629 EXCHANGE AVE  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Multiple vehicles and a trailer parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4935  
(KS) STEPHEN P MALLON; 6309 LACHINE AVE  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way  
(Grey Nissan Sentra parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4936  
(MCK) AMERICAN MOMENTUM BANK; 1670 W PRICE BLVD  
Sec. 37-29(H)(3) Unified Land Development Code – Roadway Design  
and Construction Standards, general requirements.  
(Pothole in corner of drive near Toledo Blade and W. Price.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4949  
(NL)  
SANBORN AVE  
VLADIMIR  
KIRASIROV,  
TATYANA  
BERKETOVA;  
2535  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Vehicles being parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4986  
(MCK) WILLIAM & CHARLENE GUILLEM; 2099 SNOVER AVE  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris throughout the property consisting of dollies,  
scrap metal, cardboard, and other miscellaneous debris.)  
59-1 (b)(4) City Code, Prohibited Parking – Inoperable vehicle.  
(Vehicle on jacks and in a disrepair state.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5010  
(MCK) BRIAN & LEEANNA OHALLORAN; 4462 SYMCO AVE  
59-1(d), City Code, Vehicles under repair  
(Vehicle in disrepair on driveway with flat tires, and a tattered tarp which  
is only partially covering vehicle.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5013  
(MCK)  
D
HENDERSON RILEY JR,MELISSA ONIKA MALA BAILEY  
RILEY; 4396 LANGTREE AVE  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking  
(One (1) camper, two (2) vehicles, as well as two (2) trailer parked on  
the grass in this yard and not on an improved surface.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5095  
(KS) JEFFREY SCOTT BOWELL; 2351 MORTON RD  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Boat and Trailer parked in City Right-of-way, across the street from  
residence, in front of an undeveloped lot.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5132  
(KS) VALERIU & MIRELA ROMANEL; 8029 LARRIMORE AVE  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Detached cargo trailer parked in City Right-of-way, across the street  
from residence, in front of an undeveloped lot.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5134  
(MCK) HOLLIMAN CAPITAL GROUP LLC; 2063 SNOVER AVE  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Unlicensed Ford F350, as well as a boat and unlicensed trailer parked  
in City Right-of-way.)  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking  
(Vehicle parked in grass next to driveway, and not on an improved  
surface.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5141  
(DG) SHREERAM REVABA LLC; 14000 TAMIAMI TRL  
Section 37-50 C (1) & (2), Unified Land Development Code All lighting  
(Lighting on this property is causing a glare onto residential properties.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5144  
(DG) PATRICIA MALINARO; 8215 AGRESS AVE  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
(Accumulation of debris in City Right-of-way consisting of broken up  
wood.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5288  
(MCK) CORI ELYSE MATZEN, TAYLOR BERRY; 2223 ARMENIA RD  
Section  
53-240(A)(3)  
Unified  
Land  
Development  
Code,  
Special  
Structures  
(Light tan shed placed on this undeveloped lot, with no principal  
structure.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
7. CONTINUED CASES  
Case No  
23-2099  
(DG) GEORGE W III GOODSPEED, LYNNSEE MARIE TAYLOR; 7270  
HIAWATHA TER  
Section  
53-240(A)(3)  
Unified  
Land  
Development  
Code,  
Special  
Structures  
( Accessory / Lot with Principal Fence/gate on vacant lot with no  
accessory structure which is un-permitted.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, requested a continuance.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-2099,  
7270 Hiawatha Terrace, to the March 28, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
Case No  
23-4120  
(NL) ROBERTO MENDEZ; 2805 BREWSTER RD  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
(No permit on file for driveway and or culvert pipe. Lot is an UDL owned  
by the property adjacent to it. Lot must be combined before permit can  
be applied for.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Long, being duly sworn, provided a presentation including inspections, contact  
with property owner, property and survey status, and request for continuous.  
Roberto Mendez, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to permit and survey.  
This Continued Case was continued  
8. 1ST HEARING CASES  
Case No  
23-538  
(DG) MARTY & TINA WOLF; 1634 RONALD ST  
Section 53-265(A)(2) Unified Land Development Code - Exemption from  
temporary use and special event permits.  
(Illegal shipping container on property since January and is prohibited  
per City Code.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, spoke to inspection, violation, and photographs  
submitted into evidence.  
Marty and Tina Wolf, property owners, being duly sworn, spoke to result of hurricane,  
insurance/appraiser scheduling, hardships, and responded to questions regarding lot  
combination with main structure lot, estimated time frame for flooring in home, and  
storage availability.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to remediation options.  
Mr. and Mrs. Wolf spoke to costs associated and responded to questions regarding  
permit application.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to code regulations regarding shipping containers, permitting, tie  
down requirements, and responded to questions regarding temporary use permit  
parameters.  
Mr. and Mrs. Wolf spoke to temporary use permit denial.  
Ms. Ray, being duly sworn, spoke to temporary use permit for storage parameters, staff  
authority, emergency order expiration, Florida Building Code parameters, Unified Land  
Development Code (ULDC) re-write, and current code requirements.  
Mr. and Mrs. Wolf spoke to complaint filed and shipping containers used throughout the  
City.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-528, 1634  
Ronald Street, to be in violation of Section 53-265(A)(2), Unified Land  
Development Code, for illegal shipping container on property and imposed a fine  
of $25 a day with a maximum of $2,000 to commence on May 8, 2024.  
Case No  
23-4186  
(DG) FELIX O CRUZ OCASIO, MARIA RIVERA; 7314 LARGELEAF ST  
Section  
53-240(A)(3)  
Unified  
Land  
Development  
Code,  
Special  
Structures  
(Wooden fence erected onto this undeveloped property. This property is  
a UDL with no principle structure.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
violation, and photographs submitted into evidence.  
a
presentation including inspections,  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4186,  
7314 Largeleaf Street, to be in violation of Section 53-240(A)(3), Unified Land  
Development Code, for fence on undeveloped property and imposed a fine of $25  
a day with a maximum of $2,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Case No  
23-4273  
(NL) EDWARD  
BONACORSI(E LIFE EST); 4040 KENVIL DR  
R
BONACORSI (E LIFE EST), PATRICIA  
A
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired permit 18-4182 for INT complete system change out.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4620  
(NL) TIM PRUITT; 3500 W PRICE BLVD  
59-1 (b)(4) City Code, Prohibited Parking – Inoperable vehicle.  
(Tan four door Pontiac Bonneville on jacks in driveway.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, provided a presentation including inspections, violation,  
communication with property owner, safety concerns, and remediation options.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4620,  
3500 W. Price Boulevard, to be in violation of Section 59-1(b)(4), North Port City  
Code, for inoperable vehicle on property and imposed a find of $10 a day with a  
maximum of $1,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Case No  
23-4673  
(NL) REGGIE & KELLY JOHNSON; 5067 ANDRIS ST  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
(Accumulation of debris in City Right-of-way consisting of a large tree of  
which has branches encroaching onto the roadway.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4703  
(NL) JOSHUA LEE MENDENHALL; 1266 BILLY CT  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking  
(Four (4) Vehicles parked on this property without a principal structure.)  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
(No permit on file for the Shed located on the property.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Long, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violations, photographs submitted into evidence, and contact with property owner.  
Joshua Mendenhall, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to remediation.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4703,  
1266 Billy Court, to be in violation of Section 59-1(c)(1), North Port City Code, for  
vehicles parked without principal structure and imposed a fine of $10 a day with  
a maximum of $1,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4703,  
1266 Billy Court, to be in violation of Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code, for  
shed without a permit on file and imposed a fine of $50 a day with a maximum of  
$5,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Case No  
23-4713  
(KS) SIMONE & SHERNETTE &, SHAWNAH D S BRYAN; 7027 DE  
BRITA RD  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired SFR permit 19-8243.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Schauer, being duly sworn, provided  
violation, and photographs submitted into evidence.  
a
presentation including inspection,  
Shawnah Bryan, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to pandemic and hardships.  
Hearing Officer Toale spoke to remediation and questioned property owner on intent  
with property.  
Ms. Bryan spoke to conversation with building department regarding permit extension.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to permit renewal and building official approval required.  
Hearing Officer Toale spoke to continuance process.  
Ms. Bryan spoke to closing the permit and selling property.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-4713,  
7027 De Brita Road, to the March 28, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
Case No  
23-4857  
(NL) FOTOS INVESTMENT GROUP LLC; 1528 KOLTENBORN RD  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(White Volkswagen parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4890  
(NL) ALAN & KATHLEEN QUACKENBUSH; 3326 TUSKET AVE  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
(Accumulation of debris in City Right-of-way consisting of drywall, a  
cooler, pallets, yard waste, as well as a big bull dumpster.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, provided a presentation including inspection, hurricane  
damage, violation, and remediation.  
Alan and Kathleen Quackenbush, property owners, being duly sworn, spoke to  
contractor issues.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to permitting for pods, lawn mowing, and removal of bull bag  
contents.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4890,  
3326 Tusket Avenue, to be in violation of Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City  
Code, for debris in right-of-way and imposed a fine of $10 a day with a maximum  
of $1,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Case No  
23-4915  
(NL)  
ATWATER DR  
MICHAEL  
REGINALD  
MORRIS,  
YVONNE  
MORRIS;  
1832  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Camper and Vehicles parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4916  
(NL) DONNA M BIRCH; 2516 ATWATER DR  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Vehicles parked in City Right-of-way)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4993  
(NL) SHANICA GRACE ANN SENIOR, VAUGHN E FARQUHARSON;  
2001 JEANNIN DR  
70-21, NPCC - It shall be unlawful for any person to move or cause to  
be moved, drive or operate in, upon or across or depart from or enter  
upon any City road in any vehicle, contrivance or device in such a  
manner as to cause damage to any City road, right-of-way, drainage or  
utility structure and/or facility. The possession of a vehicle weight permit  
by such a person shall not constitute a defense herein.  
(Driving through City Right-of-way. There is no permit filed for a culvert  
or an apron to be able to drive on and off this property.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5025  
(DG) JASON L MEAD, BONNIE J SCATES; 6328 PAN AMERICAN  
BLVD  
Chapter 42-22A North Port City Code  
Grass/Weeds;  
-
Excessive Growth of  
(Grass and/or weeds on this property are excessive in height and is in  
violation of City Code.)  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Dead plant growth, and miscellaneous items that are blocking the entry  
path into the rear yard.)  
This case was heard with Case No. 23-4589.  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violation, contact with property owner, contractor unable to mow, and responded to  
questions regarding grass height.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5025,  
6328 Pan American Boulevard, to be in violation of Section 42-22A, North Port  
City Code, for excessive growth and imposed a fine of $10 a day with a maximum  
of $1,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5025,  
6328 Pan American Boulevard, to be in violation of Chapter 42-23, North Port City  
Code, for accumulation of debris and imposed  
maximum of $1,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
a
fine of $10 a day with  
a
Case No  
23-5065  
(DG) GULF COAST ASSEMBLY OF GOD INC; 2800 PAN AMERICAN  
BLVD  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
(No permit on file for commercial remodel/lanai enclosure done on this  
residence.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violation, contact with property owner, and permit activity.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5065,  
2800 Pan American Boulevard, to be in violation of Chapter 105.1, Florida  
Building Code, for commercial remodel/lanai enclosure without  
a
permit on file  
and imposed  
March 19, 2024.  
a fine of $50 a day with a maximum of $5,000 to commence on  
Case No  
23-5078  
(DG) JIM BERGER; 6230 FREEMONT ST  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris in front of property consisting of black roofing  
material.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
violation, and photograph submitted into evidence.  
a
presentation including inspections,  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5078,  
6230 Freemont Street, to be in violation of Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code,  
for accumulation of debris and imposed a find of $10 with a maximum of $1,000  
to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Case No  
23-5193  
(DG) ALEKSEY & NATALIYA GROSHEV; 4213 GROBE ST  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Vehicles on this property are not parked on an improved surface.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
violation, and photograph submitted into evidence.  
a
presentation including inspections,  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5193,  
4213 Grobe Street, to be in violation of Chapter 59-1(b)(1), North Port City Code  
for a vehicle parked on an unimproved surface and imposed a fine of $10 a day  
with a maximum of $1,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
Case No  
23-5205  
(KS) GLENDA L PEREZ AGUILAR DE SANCHEZ, DANIEL AMILCAR  
SANCHEZ; 4891 ALMANAC ST  
Section 45-5A, Unified Land Development Code - Land Clearing  
(Attend the required Code Enforcement Hearing to states facts  
concerning this violation)  
This case was heard with Case Nos. 23-5323 and 5324.  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Ms. Faust administered the interpreter oath.  
Elmer N. Perez Aguilar, interpreter on behalf of Glenda and Daniel Sanchez, being duly  
sworn, spoke to conjoined lots.  
Inspector Schauer, being duly sworn, provided  
a presentation including inspections,  
violations, property zoning, number of oak tree stumps, lot size, photographs submitted  
into evidence, and estimated mitigation amount.  
Mr. Aguilar spoke to not knowing permit was needed and underbrush permit obtained.  
Hearing Officer Toale spoke to number of trees known and fine determination.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to permit, tree removal, and future clearing.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5205,  
4891 Almanac Street, to be in violation of Section 45-5A, Unified Land  
Development Code, for removal of nine trees and imposed a fine of $5,300.  
Case No  
23-5323  
(MCK) GLENDA L PEREZ AGUILAR DE SANCHEZ, DANIEL AMILCAR  
SANCHEZ; 2337 SULTAN AVE  
Section 45-5A, Unified Land Development Code - Land Clearing  
(Attend the required Code Enforcement Hearing to states facts  
concerning this violation.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Discussion took place regarding case notes.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to inspections, inspector, and underbrush  
clearing without permit.  
Hearing Officer Toale spoke to incorrect violation code referenced.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale dismissed Case No. 23-5323,  
2337 Sultan Avenue.  
Case No  
23-5324  
(MCK) GLENDA L PEREZ AGUILAR DE SANCHEZ, DANIEL AMILCAR  
SANCHEZ; 2329 SULTAN AVE  
Section 45-5A, Unified Land Development Code - Land Clearing  
(Attend the required Code Enforcement Hearing to states facts  
concerning this violation.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to underbrush removal and oak tree removal, and  
estimated mitigation amount.  
Elmer N. Perez Aguilar, interpreter on behalf of Glenda and Daniel Sanchez, being duly  
sworn, spoke to hurricane damage and tree cutting.  
Mr. Raducci submitted photographs into evidence.  
Mr. Aguilar spoke to tree leaning on another tree and permit.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5324,  
2329 Sultan Avenue, to be in violation of Section 45-5A, Unified Land  
Development Code, and imposed a fine of $1,200.  
Case No  
23-5326  
(NL) PRESTIGE DEVELOPMENT BUILDERS; 1224 GOSHEN RD  
33-7(D)(1)(C) Unified Land Development Code - Piling and storage of  
debris  
(Dumpster overflowing on this construction site with trash and debris  
scattered throughout.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5327  
(NL) PRESTIGE DEVELOPMENT BUILDERS; 1204 GOSHEN RD  
33-7(D)(1)(C) Unified Land Development Code - Piling and storage of  
debris  
(Dumpster is full and overflowing on construction site with miscellaneous  
debris scattered without.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-5447  
(KS) JOHN & AMANDA C SULLIVAN; 6308 STARFISH AVE  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Debris consisting of household trash around the entire property an into  
the City Right-of-way. Additionally there is dilapidated fence in the rear  
of the property which should be removed, repaired, or replaced.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Schauer, being duly sworn, provided  
a presentation including inspections,  
violation, photos submitted into evidence, contact with property owner, hurricane  
damage, and responded to questions regarding other debris.  
Amanda Sullivan, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to contact with Inspector  
Schauer, hurricane damage, toys in yard, and yard and debris pickup.  
Questions and discussion took place regarding fence violation and dumpster rental.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to bulk pickup.  
Ms. Sullivan spoke to status of home, insurance and mortgage issues, and fence  
location.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to remediation of the violation.  
Hearing Officer Toale spoke to safety concerns and securing the fence.  
Ms. Sullivan spoke to communications sent to/from Inspector Schauer.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to prior citations, courtesy notice, and documentation mailed.  
Ms. Sullivan spoke to prior citations.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to property postings and toys in yard.  
Discussion and questions continued regarding current property status, recent photos,  
and bulk pickup status.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5447,  
6308 Starfish Avenue, to be in violation of Chapter 42 23, North Port City Code,  
for debris consisting of household trash and dilapidated fence and imposed  
fine of $10 a day with a maximum of $1,000 to commence on March 19, 2024.  
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9. 2ND HEARING CASES  
Case No  
23-2106  
(DG) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC; 1350 BOBCAT TRL  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired Permits #18-6646 ELECTRIC WORK ONLY  
#17-7474  
COMMERCIAL REMODEL)  
This case was heard with Case Nos. 23-2107 and 23-2109.  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided a presentation including violation, permit  
status, and request ed order assessing fines be signed.  
Richard Smith, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to permit status.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to prior meeting request for continuance and  
request to find violation with fines assessed.  
Mr. Toale spoke to start date of fine and fine amount as of today.  
Mr. Smith spoke to prior hearing, error in permit system, and authorization of funds.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to initial violation time and additional 30 days given at last hearing.  
Discussion took place regarding fine payment procedure.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23 2106,  
1350 Bobcat Trail, to be in violation of Chapter 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code,  
for expired Permit No. 18 6646 electric work only and expired Permit No. 17 7474  
commercial remodel and signed order assessing the fine.  
Case No  
23-2107  
(PM) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC, 1350 BOBCAT TRL  
Section 26-20, North Port City Code  
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Adoption of standards by  
reference. The Florida Fire Prevention Code and the Life Safety Code,  
as adopted and promulgated pursuant to F.S. § 633.0215 are adopted  
by reference.  
(1. NFPA 1:10.12.1 Every person owning or having charge or control of  
any vacant building, premises, or portion thereof shall remove all  
combustible storage, waste, refuse, and vegetation and shall lock,  
barricade, or otherwise secure the building or premises to prohibit entry  
by unauthorized persons. Date of deficiency: January 31, 2023  
2. NFPA 1:10.12.2 All fire protection systems shall be maintained in  
service in seasonal and vacant buildings, unless otherwise approved by  
the AHJ. Date of deficiency: January 31, 2023  
3. NFPA 1:10.12.3 The AHJ shall have the authority to require an  
inspection and test of any fire protection system or fire alarm system  
that has been out of service for 30 days or more before restored back  
into service. Date of deficiency: January 31, 2023)  
This case was heard with Case Nos. 23-2106 and 23-2109.  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, introduced both cases.  
Peter Marietti, Fire Marshal, being duly sworn, spoke to compliance testing and contact  
with property owner.  
Richard Smith, property owner, being duly sworn, responded to questions regarding  
vendor status.  
Questions and discussion took place regarding communication with vendors.  
Mr. Marietti spoke to working with Mr. Smith, case continuation, and working with  
vendors.  
Mr. Smith responded to questions regarding remediation by the next hearing date.  
Mr. Raducci spoke to safety concerns.  
Mr. Marietti requested Mr. Smith provide weekly updates.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-2107,  
1350 Bobcat Trail, to the March 28, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
Case No  
23-2109  
(PM) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC, 1400 BOBCAT TRL  
Section 26-20, North Port City Code Adoption of standards by  
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reference. The Florida Fire Prevention Code and the Life Safety Code,  
as adopted and promulgated pursuant to F.S. § 633.0215 are adopted  
by reference.  
(1. NFPA 1:10.12.1 Every person owning or having charge or control of  
any vacant building, premises, or portion thereof shall remove all  
combustible storage, waste, refuse, and vegetation and shall lock,  
barricade, or otherwise secure the building or premises to prohibit entry  
by unauthorized persons. Date of deficiency: January 31, 2023  
2. NFPA 1:10.12.2 All fire protection systems shall be maintained in  
service in seasonal and vacant buildings, unless otherwise approved by  
the AHJ. Date of deficiency: January 31, 2023  
3. NFPA 1:10.12.3 The AHJ shall have the authority to require an  
inspection and test of any fire protection system or fire alarm system  
that has been out of service for 30 days or more before restored back  
into service. Date of deficiency: January 31, 2023)  
This case was heard with Case Nos. 23-2107 and 23-2106.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-2107,  
1400 Bobcat Trail, to the March 28, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
Case No  
23-4576  
(DG) WOODROW A STEWART; 13588 TAMIAMI TRL  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris consisting miscellaneous junk items tossed in  
front yard and an abandoned yard waste trailer.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Case No  
23-4589  
(DG) JASON L MEAD, BONNIE J SCATES; 6328 PAN AMERICAN  
BLVD  
Chapter 59-1(c)(1), North Port City Code; Allowed parking  
(Vehicle is parked in the front yard of property.)  
This case was heard with Case No. 23-5025.  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, stated there is no change.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23 4589,  
6328 Pan American Boulevard, to be in violation of Chapter 59 1(c)(1), North Port  
City Code, for a vehicle parked in the front yard of property and signed order  
accessing the fine.  
Case No  
23-4825  
(NL) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC; 1350 BOBCAT TRL  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Dilapidated fence on has fallen down and is blocking sidewalk on  
Woodhaven Drive. It is in front of parcel number 1140 00 1011.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
10. GENERAL BUSINESS  
Case No  
24-007155  
Case No. 24-007155 Parking Ticket Appeal - 1100 S Main St North Port,  
Florida  
Ms. Coughlin, being duly sworn, requested the Case be continued to the March 28,  
2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
11. PUBLIC COMMENT  
12. ADJOURNMENT  
There was no public comment.  
Hearing Officer Toale adjourned the meeting at 11:38 a.m.  
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James E. Toale, Hearing Officer