4970 CITY HALL BLVD  
NORTH PORT, FL 34286  
City of North Port  
Meeting Minutes  
Code Compliance Hearing  
Thursday, January 25, 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:  
Assistant City Attorney Katlyn Coughlin, Code Enforcement Division Manager Kevin  
Raducci, Code Enforcement Recording Secretary William Kiddy, Code Enforcement  
Inspector Dave Grandt, Development Services Director Alaina Ray, and Assistant City  
Clerk Matthew Powell  
3. PUBLIC COMMENT  
There was no public comment.  
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
24-0013  
A.  
Approve Minutes for the December 7, 2023 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 Mr. Powell swore in all  
those wishing to provide testimony.  
6. COMPLIANT CASES  
A. Case No  
(DG) DIEUPROMAITRE HYPPOLITE, MARCELINE CORRIELANT; 3451  
S CHAMBERLAIN BLVD  
23-2291  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
(No permit on file for shed located in the rear of property.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
B. Case No  
(DG) THOMAS M MC GUIRE; 4718 ITALY AVE  
23-3248  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris on this property consisting of a hot water heater  
and a large downed tree.)  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Permit 22-17936 for hot water heater, is expired.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
C. Case No  
(MCK) ASHLEY CORBIN, 5237 SIMRAK ST  
23-3468  
2012 International Property Maintenance Code Section 108.1.1 - Unsafe  
structures.  
(Exterior wall is crumbling. Wall must be repaired, to make building safe  
and secure.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
D. Case No  
(MCK) LILIYA POTOTSKAYA, ANATOLIY POTOTSKIY; 7516 JOPPA ST  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
23-3739  
(New deck built in backyard with no permit, additionally there is an above  
ground pool swimming pool with no permit.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
E. Case No  
(MCK) KAREN R WASINGER REVOCABLE TRUST, 6681 MARA CT  
Sec. 1-19, Unified Land Development Code Local, state and Federal  
permits required.  
23-3828  
(Fence installed on this property with no permit.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
F. Case No  
(DG)  
MIECZYSLAW  
GORZEDA,  
LEOKADIA  
GORZEDA,  
MAREK  
23-3849  
GORZEDO; 4789 KISKA RD  
Sec. 53-240(M)(5)(b) Unified Land Development Code, Special structures.  
(Fence is installed with the posts facing the incorrect direction.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
G. Case No  
(DG) JEROMY  
FLAMLAU AVE  
&
KAITLYN LEE KEEN, MARILYN  
H
PARK; 4854  
23-3884  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris next to driveway consisting of plastic buckets,  
tarps, and other miscellaneous items.)  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code - Period of Validity  
(Expired Roof Permit 21-7980)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
H. Case No  
(DG) 20191 IH BORROWER LP; 2671 ESCAMBIA CIR  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
(No permit on file for re-roof that was done on this property)  
23-3890  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
I.  
Case No  
23-4048  
(KS) KERISSA ROSE GIBSON; 1286 SAVIA ST  
Sec. 1-19, Unified Land Development Code Local, state and Federal  
permits required.  
(Fence on property with no permit on file.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
J. Case No  
(NL) BIRGIT HANSON; 2240 SHACKLEFORD AVE  
23-4124  
Section 45-5A, Unified Land Development Code - Land Clearing It shall be  
a violation of this chapter for any person or persons to remove or cause any  
tree or trees to be removed from any property within the City without first  
obtaining a permit to do so issued by the Building Department in  
accordance with the provisions of this chapter. This prohibition extends to  
all vacant and undeveloped property on which any form or type of new  
development, construction, renovation or demolition is to occur.  
(Attend the required Code Enforcement Hearing to states facts concerning  
this violation.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
K. Case No  
(KS) DAVID J LE PAGE, MAEVA FULGENCE LE PAGE; 6216 TALBOT  
23-4178  
ST  
Sec. 1-19, Unified Land Development Code Local, state and Federal  
permits required.  
(No permit on file for wood fence on the property.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
L. Case No  
(MCK) MICHAEL V & ALECIA S PETTIT; 5360 CAMBAY ST  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
23-4470  
(Accumulation of debris, a curb consisting of garbage bags, dresser,  
drawers, a lawnmower, solid, waste, containers, garbage bags for the  
garbage, wood, and other miscellaneous items.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
M. Case No  
(DG) MARSH CREEK HOLDINGS LTD, C/O KERKERING BARBERIO &  
CO; 4950 WHITE IBIS DR  
23-4495  
Sec. 42-22B Impinging Growths  
(Impinging growth consisting of vegetative overgrowth and tree branches  
blocking sidewalk, impeding thru pedestrian traffic.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
N. Case No  
(NL) GLENROY SMITH; 1623 HOTELLA ST  
23-4542  
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.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
O. Case No  
(KS) HILDA A QUINTANA-MOLINA; 6098 SAN SALVADOR RD  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired SFR permit 05-00010667.)  
23-4602  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
P. Case No  
(DG) DANIELLE ARD; 8008 CASCADAS AVE  
23-4604  
Section 45-5A, Unified Land Development Code - Land Clearing  
(Attend the required Code Enforcement Hearing to states facts concerning  
this violation.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
Q. Case No  
(NL) DALE & HEATHER RICHTER; 4648 ADDERTON AVE  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
23-4610  
(Debris piled up in the city right of way consisting of multiple trash bags.  
These bags are located across the street from 4648 Adderton Ave. right by  
the mailbox.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
R. Case No  
(NL) ROBERT M & ANN M CAPUANO; 1808 N SAN MATEO DR  
Sec. 66-62(c) NPCC - Culvert and right-of-way use permits. (c) Except as  
otherwise provided in this section, no person shall construct, install, place  
or maintain structures, signs or other fixtures within the Road and Drainage  
right-of-way of the City of North Port without a currently valid permit issued  
by the District.  
23-4649  
(Tipped over Porta Potty left in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
S. Case No  
(KS) CARPENTER HOMES LLC; 7575 W PRICE BLVD  
33-7(D)(1)(C) Unified Land Development Code - Piling and storage of  
debris; landscaped berms. The pile of debris shall be completely enclosed  
on all four (4) sides  
23-4665  
(Overflowing dumpster on this construction site with trash all along the  
base.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
T. Case No  
(DG) GENERATIONAL GROWTH PROPERTIES LLC; 4351 AIDAN LN  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Trash and debris on property consisting of a tent, plastic bags, and other  
miscellaneous debris.)  
23-4682  
Sec. 46-148 City of North Port Code (a) Camping is prohibited  
(Camping is prohibited on this property.  
)
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
U. Case No  
(KS) FREEDOM RENTAL HOMES UNO LLC; 6572 HORNBUCKLE  
BLVD  
23-4747  
Sec. 59-16(c)(4), North Port City Code - Parking and Storing Vehicles on a  
Residential Lot. Recreational vehicles, trailers, on-duty or on-call wreckers  
and boats parked in the front yard of a residential lot must be completely  
resting upon an improved surface.  
(Boat trailer parked in front yard and not on an improved surface.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
V. Case No  
(MCK) ARTHUR LOZOVSKY; 4273 WABASSO AVE  
23-4787  
Section 53-240(A)(3) Unified Land Development Code, Special Structures  
(There is Shed on this property of which has no principal structure. Shed  
was previously permitted prior to lots being split. Per code, shed needs to  
be removed.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
1ST HEARING CASES  
F. Case No  
(NL) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC; 1350 BOBCAT TRL  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
23-4825  
(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 heard with Case Nos. 23-2106, 23-2107, and 23-2109.  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violation, no contact with the property owner, and photograph submitted into evidence.  
Richard Smith, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to fence repair timeline,  
obtaining permits, and reasons for delay.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to recommendations.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4825, 1350  
Bobcat Trail, to be in violation of Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code, for fallen  
fence blocking sidewalk on Woodhaven Drive and imposed a fine of $10 a day with  
a maximum of $1,000 to commence on February 20, 2024.  
2ND HEARING CASES  
B. Case No  
(DG) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC; 1350 BOBCAT TRL  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
23-2106  
(Expired  
Permits  
#18-6646 ELECTRIC  
WORK  
ONLY  
#17-7474  
COMMERCIAL REMODEL)  
This case was heard with Case Nos. 23-4825, 23-2107, and 23-2109.  
Richard Smith, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to permit acquisition timeline.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to recommendations.  
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 amended the prior order giving the Respondent until  
February 19, 2024 or assess  
commence on February 20, 2024.  
a fine of $10 a day with a maximum of $1,000 to  
C. Case No  
(PM) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC, 1350 BOBCAT TRL  
Section 26-20, North Port City Code - 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  
23-2107  
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. 23-4825, 23-2106, and 23-2109.  
Peter Marietti, Fire Marshal, being duly sworn, spoke to inspections and violation.  
Richard Smith, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to sprinkler installation timeline.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-2107, 1350  
Bobcat Trail, to be in violation of Section 26-20, North Port City Code, adoption of  
standards by reference, the Florida Fire Prevention Code and the Life Safety Code  
as adopted and promulgated pursuant to Florida Statutes 633.0125 are adopted by  
reference, for 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 with a date of  
deficiency of January 31, 2023, for 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 with a date of deficiency of January 31, 2023, and for 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 with a date of deficiency of January 31,  
2023, and amended the prior order giving the Respondent until February 19, 2024  
or assess a fine of $10 a day for each violation with a maximum of $1,000 for each  
violation to commence on February 20, 2024.  
D. Case No  
(PM) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC, 1400 BOBCAT TRL  
23-2109  
Section 26-20, North Port City Code - 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. 23-4825, 23-2106, and 23-2107.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-2109, 1400  
Bobcat Trail, to be in violation of Section 26-20, North Port City Code, adoption of  
standards by reference, the Florida Fire Prevention Code and the Life Safety Code  
as adopted and promulgated pursuant to Florida Statutes 633.0125 are adopted by  
reference, for 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 with a date of  
deficiency of January 31, 2023, for 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 with a date of deficiency of January 31, 2023, and for 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 with a date of deficiency of January 31,  
2023, and amended the prior order giving the Respondent until February 19, 2024  
or assess a fine of $10 a day for each violation with a maximum of $1,000 for each  
violation to commence on February 20, 2024.  
A. Case No  
(DG) DUCK KEY OWNERS ASSN INC, C/O ARGUS MANAGEMENT OF  
VENICE; Parcel ID: 0998002601  
23-2078  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
(No permit on file for directional entry sign at the entrance of Duck Key in  
the median.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
violation, and photographs submitted into evidence.  
a
presentation including inspection,  
Philip Caroleo, President Duck Key Owners Association, being duly sworn, spoke to  
notice, sign maintenance, and permit application.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to sign permit denial and recommendations.  
Ms. Ray, being duly sworn, spoke to reasons for sign violation, permit denial, waiver  
requirements, and options.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale dismissed Case No. 23-2078 ,  
Parcel ID: 0998002601, for the violation of Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code for  
no permit on file for directional entry sign at entrance of Duck Key in the median  
with no further action required. Case was dismissed with no further action required.  
1ST HEARING CASES  
B. Case No  
(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.)  
23-4576  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violation, no contact with the property owner, and photograph submitted into evidence.  
Marcia Stewart, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to compliance requirements.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4576, 13588  
Tamiami Trial, to be in violation of Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code, for vehicle  
and a yard waste trailer and imposed a fine of $10 a day with a maximum of $1,000  
to commence on February 20, 2024.  
A. Case No  
(DG) MATTHEW G & STEPHANIE CALLEIA, TAMARA CALLEIA; 4437  
GORGAS ST  
23-4380  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired Permit 19-1034 for Water Heater Electric is Expired.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violation, contact with the property owner, compliance, and permit requirements.  
Matthew Calleia, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to permit costs.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to recommendations.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-4380,  
4437 Gorgas Street, to the February 22, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
7. CONTINUED CASES  
A. Case No  
(DG) ROBERT & DEBRA COMELLA; 2025 LYNX RUN  
Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code - Permit required.  
(Permit Required for screened in Lanai-work has been started with no  
permit pulled.)  
23-3462  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, spoke to compliance.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-3462, 2025  
Lynx Run, to be in compliance with Chapter 105.1, Florida Building Code, with no  
further action required.  
8. 1ST HEARING CASES  
C. Case No  
(DG) JASON  
BLVD  
Chapter 59-1(c)(1), North Port City Code; Allowed parking  
L
MEAD, BONNIE  
J
SCATES; 6328 PAN AMERICAN  
23-4589  
(Vehicle is parked in the front yard of property.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violation, no contact with the property owner, and photograph submitted into evidence.  
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 allowed parking with vehicle parked in the front yard of property and  
imposed a fine of $10 a day with a maximum of $1,000 to commence on February  
20, 2024.  
D. Case No  
(DG) CIRCLE K STORES INC; 13280 TAMIAMI TRL  
Sec. 37-29(H)(3) Unified Land Development Code – Roadway Design and  
Construction Standards  
23-4759  
(Large pot hole in the Alley behind this building.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
violation, contact with the store owner, and photograph submitted into evidence.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-4759, 13280  
Tamiami Trail, to be in violation of Section 37-29(h)(3), Unified Land Development  
Code, for a large pothole in the alley behind the building and imposed a fine of $25  
a day with a maximum of $2,000 to commence on February 20, 2024.  
E. Case No  
(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.)  
23-4783  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, requested a continuance.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-4783,  
8409 Trionfo Avenue, to the February 22, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
9. 2ND HEARING CASES  
E. Case No  
(DG) EDWARD F CLIFFORD (E LIFE EST), 2762 YAMADA LN  
23-2707  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris throughout the property consisting of milk crates,  
buckets, gas cans, jack stands, pieces of wood, metal tables, and many  
other miscellaneous items.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, noted no changes in the property and requested the  
order be signed imposing the fine.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-2707, 2762  
Yamada Lane, to be in violation of Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code, for  
accumulation of debris throughout property consisting of miscellaneous items and  
signed the order imposing the fine.  
F. Case No  
(DG) DIMCE NAUMOVSKI; 4081 HEATON TER  
23-3583  
Chapter 62-50, North Port City Code Refuse container(s) shall be placed  
at the pick-up location no earlier than 6:00 p.m. on the evening prior to or  
later than 7:00 a.m. on the day pick-up is scheduled. Container(s) must be  
properly stored by 10:00 p.m. on the day of collection. Container(s) MAY  
NOT be stored in front of residence.  
(Solid waste containers improperly stored on left side of property. Must be  
stored behind the front plane of the home.)  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Wicker Chair thrown on left side of property.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, noted no changes in the property and requested the  
order be signed imposing the fine.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-3583, 4081  
Heaton Terrace, to be in violation of Chapter 62-50, North Port City Code, for solid  
waste containers improperly stored on left side of property, and Chapter 42-23,  
North Port City Code, for accumulation of debris including wicker chair on left side  
of property, and signed the order imposing the fine.  
10. PUBLIC COMMENT  
There was no public comment.  
11. ADJOURNMENT  
Hearing Officer Toale adjourned the meeting at 10:03 a.m.  
____________________________  
James E. Toale, Hearing Officer