4970 CITY HALL BLVD  
NORTH PORT, FL 34286  
City of North Port  
Meeting Minutes  
Code Compliance Hearing  
Thursday, March 28, 2024  
9:00 AM  
City Commission Chambers  
1. CALL TO ORDER  
Hearing Officer Toale called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.  
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Hearing Officer Toale.  
Also Present:  
Inspector Grandt, Recording Secretary Kiddy, Inspector Schauer, Inspector Long, Code  
Enforcement Manager Raducci, Fire Marshal Marietti, Arborist Ruff, Assistant City Clerk  
Powell, Board Specialist Bodmer, and Police Legal Advisor Coughlin  
3. PUBLIC COMMENT  
There was no public comment.  
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
A.  
Approve Minutes for the February 22, 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 Mr. Powell swore in all  
those wishing to provide testimony.  
6. COMPLIANT CASES  
(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.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(NL)  
ESCAMBIA CIR  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
SVETLANA  
G
CHELNOKOVA,  
KALIER  
ROSADO;  
2754  
(Vehicle ( truck) parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(NL)  
JESUS  
ALFREDO  
LEMUS  
GONZALEZ,  
ESMERALDA  
RODRIGUEZ-DELGADO; 3003 THURSTON AVE  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Truck parked in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(KS) CSMA BLT LLC; 3686 N CRANBERRY BLVD  
59-1(d), City Code, Vehicles under repair  
(Three (3) derelict vehicles in the driveway, one vehicle is up on ramps, the  
second one is on jacks, and the third vehicle has it's hood open.  
Additionally vehicles are unlicensed, which is also prohibited per code.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(DG) BOGDAN & MARIA WOJCIK; 8333 HERBISON AVE  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
(Debris in City Right-of-way consisting of plastic panels.)  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking  
(Vehicles parked on property and not on an improved surface.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(KS) VM MASTER ISSUER LLC; 4926 ESCALANTE DR  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired Permit 22-15517 for INT-RE ROOF)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(DG) VINSON & ERIN SMITH; 6782 KENWOOD DR  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking  
(Vehicle on this property improperly parked, not parked on an improved  
surface.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(DG) STEPHEN & LAURIE JORDAN; 6649 KENWOOD DR  
59-1(d), City Code, Vehicles under repair  
(Vehicle parked on this property is not on an improved surface.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
I.  
(KS) CLEOMAR BELUSSO; 6996 GLACIER 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 a pile Yard waste  
. Please call North Port Public Solid waste to arrange for a bulk pick up.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(KS) STEPHEN C SEED JR (E LIFE EST); 6315 BEEDLA ST  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris in front of the property consisting of a large pile of  
wood, and wooden pallets, building materials, a partially dismantled vehicle  
and other miscellaneous items.)  
Chapter 66-62 (c), North Port City Code No person shall construct, install,  
place or maintain structures, signs or other fixtures with the City  
right-of-way.  
(Basketball Hoop left in City Right-of-way.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(MCK) MARSH CREEK HOLDINGS LTD, C/O KERKERING BARBERIO  
& CO PA; 1681 S SUMTER BLVD  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Undeveloped lot has miscellaneous trash scattered about, and under the  
underbrush surrounding the lot.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(NL) ROBERT E MILLER JR; 3720 HORACE AVE  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking -  
(Box truck, as well as five (5) vehicles and trailers, parked on property and  
not on an improved surface.)  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris consisting of dollies, gas cans, propane tanks,  
pieces of wood, and bottles of oil around the garage area.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(KS) NIKOLAY SMYNTYNA; 5589 SHAFFER AVE  
59-1 (c)(1), City Code Allowed parking -  
(Trailer, Vehicle in Disrepair covered with a tarp, as well as a Silver Toyota  
parked on this undeveloped lot of which has no principal structure.)  
Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code; Accumulation of Debris  
(Accumulation of debris on this undeveloped lot consisting of tires and a  
kayak.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(NL) FKH SFR PROPCO H LP; 4190 S CHAMBERLAIN BLVD  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
(Accumulation of debris in City Right-of-way outside of normal pick up day  
consisting of a box spring, multiple trash bags, cardboard, and trash cans  
along the street.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(NL) BERTHA & TIMOTEO ACOSTA; 2732 DONGOLA ST  
59-1(d), City Code, Vehicles under repair  
(Red Truck in driveway that is in complete disrepair with flat tires, the hood  
is open, and a pan of some sort underneath.)  
59-1 (b)(1), North Port City Code, Prohibited parking - Right-of-way.  
(Unlicensed Blue Honda Civic truck parked in the City Right-of-way with  
plate 47788QQ)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(NL) SVETLANA VOYTUKHOV; 1743 S CRANBERRY BLVD  
Section 42-24(a)(5) North Port City Code - Maintenance of stormwater  
drainage area.  
(Accumulation of debris in the City Right-of-way consisting of tree debris.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
(KS) PAVEL SKALSKIY; 5628 COLD SPRING LN  
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.  
(NL) YEVGENIY & TATYANA DURASENKO; 2741 W PRICE BLVD  
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 without a Right-of-way use permit.)  
59-2, City Code, Damage to the public right-of-way, abatement by city -  
(a)Property owner responsibility.  
(Damage to City Right-of-way from driving through to access property.)  
This case was brought into compliance with no further action required.  
1ST HEARING CASES  
(DG) BURKE GROUP LLC; 1593 HOLLISTER 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.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
contact with property owner, violation, and photographs submitted into evidence.  
Robert Bolsa, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to hurricane impact, trees  
cleared, and photographs submitted into evidence.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to palm tree costs and fence construction timeline.  
Ms. Coughlin, being duly sworn, spoke to emergency order applicability.  
Mr. Ruff, being duly sworn, spoke to property inspection.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 24-409 to  
the April 25, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
7. CONTINUED CASES  
(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  
a presentation including inspections,  
contact with property owner, property pictures, and property sale status.  
Shawnah Bryan, property owner, being duly sworn, spoke to property sale and overgrowth  
clearance.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-4713 to  
the June 27, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
(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  
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 No. 23-2109.  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Mr. Marietti, being duly sworn, spoke to violations.  
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 signed the order imposing the fine.  
(PM) CLOUD TEN MARKETING GROUP LLC, 1400 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  
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 No. 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 signed the order imposing the fine.  
(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 continuance.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-2099 to  
the April 25, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
(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, spoke to permit, lot combination, and requested  
continuance.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-4120 to  
the April 25, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
8. 1ST HEARING CASES  
(DG) 1000 CLEVELAND LLC; 5111 RICHMOND TER  
Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code- Permit has expired.  
(Expired Permit 21-8504 WATER HEATER ELECTRIC 07/11/2021 IS)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, spoke to inspection of the property.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5221, 5111  
Richmond Terrace, to be in violation of Section 105.4.1.1, Florida Building Code  
for expired permit and imposed a fine of $50 a day with a maximum of $5000 to  
commence on April 23, 2024.  
(KS) PATRICIA A BRADLEY; 7511 PERENNIAL RD  
Section 53-240(A)(3) Unified Land Development Code, Special Structures  
(-REPEAT VIOLATION- Garage on undeveloped lot with no principal  
structure. This is a repeat  
violation concerning the same violation of a shed on this property with no  
principal structure. 1) Case 22-1256- Inspector Guilbault- Initiated 3-23-22  
Case is currently in Lien status.)  
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.  
(-REPEAT VIOLATION-Green mustang that has driving through the City  
Right-of-way to access/park on undeveloped lot. This is a repeat violation  
concerning the same violation of a vehicle being driven through the right of  
way to access the undeveloped lot. 1) Case 22-1256- Inspector Guilbault-  
Initiated 3-23-22 Case is currently in Lien status.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Schauer, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including violations,  
inspections, photographs submitted into evidence, and property status.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 24-95, 7511  
Perennial Road, to be in violation of Section 53-240(A)(3), Unified Land  
Development Code, for repeat violation of garage on undeveloped lot with no  
principle structure and imposed a fine of $500 a day with a maximum of $25000 to  
commence on April 23, 2024.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 24-95, 7511  
Perennial Road, to be in violation of Section 70-21, North Port City Code, for repeat  
violation of vehicle driving through City right-of-way to access/park on  
undeveloped lot and imposed a fine of $500 a day with a maximum of $25000 to  
commence on April 23, 2024.  
9. 2ND HEARING CASES  
(DG) THOMAS D & ANGELA LAMBERT, 6770 FLAVIA CT  
Section 53-240(A)(3) Unified Land Development Code, Special Structures  
- A. Accessory uses and structures. Permitted accessory uses and  
structures in all zoning districts shall be as follows: (3) Are located on the  
same lot as the permitted or permissible principal use or structure.  
(Wooden structure and Fence on property, which are not permittable  
without a principal structure.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, provided  
a
presentation including inspections,  
contact with property owner, property and survey status.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-310, 6770  
Flavia Court, to be in violation of Section 53-240(A)(3), Unified Land Development  
Code, for a wooden structure and fence on property, without a principal structure  
and signed the order imposing the fine.  
(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 Long, being duly sworn, spoke to no changes and requested order to be  
signed.  
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 a wooden fence on property without a principle structure  
and signed the order imposing the fine.  
(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.  
Inspector Long, being duly sworn, spoke to no changes and requested order to be  
signed.  
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. (Tan four door Pontiac Bonneville on jacks in driveway.)  
and signed the order imposing the fine.  
(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.  
Inspector Long, being duly sworn, spoke to no changes and requested order to be  
signed.  
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  
accumulation of debris in City right-of-way and signed the order imposing the fine.  
(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.)  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Inspector Grandt, being duly sworn, spoke to no changes and requested order to be  
signed.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale found Case No. 23-5025, 6328  
Pan American Boulevard, to be in violation of Chapter 42-22A, North Port City Code  
for excessive growth of grass/weeds and Chapter 42-23, North Port City Code for  
accumulation of debris blocking the entry path into the rear yard and signed the  
order imposing the fine.  
(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, spoke to contact with property owner, no changes,  
and requested order to be signed.  
Mr. Raducci, being duly sworn, spoke to permit status.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-5065 to  
the April 25, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
(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, spoke to no changes and requested order to be  
signed.  
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 in front of property and signed the order imposing the fine.  
(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, noted no changes in the property and requested the  
order to be signed.  
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  
vehicles on property not parked on an improved surface and signed the order  
imposing the fine.  
I.  
(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, spoke to owners working on fixing property.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale continued Case No. 23-5447 to  
the April 25, 2024 Code Compliance Hearing.  
10. PUBLIC COMMENT  
There was no public comment.  
11. GENERAL BUSINESS  
Case No. 24-007155 Parking Ticket Appeal - 1100 S Main St North Port,  
Florida  
Hearing Officer Toale announced the item.  
Ms. Coughlin requested case dismissal.  
Based on evidence presented, Hearing Officer Toale dismissed Case No. 24-007155.  
12. ADJOURNMENT  
Hearing Officer Toale adjourned the meeting at 10:04 a.m.  
____________________________  
James E. Toale, Hearing Officer