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Published: Jul 22, 2026
411 Flagler Ave Property Cited for Permit and Sign Violations, Granted Compliance Extension
The property at 411 Flagler Avenue was found to be in violation of codes 26-171 (permits required) and LDR 604.12G subsection 9B (signs). Construction work was observed without a permit, and a stop work order was posted. Despite the order, work continued. A bathroom permit application was submitted but not completed, and no other renovation permits were obtained. The property owner's representative stated a new contractor has been hired and new permits will be submitted by the end of the week. The special magistrate found the property in non-compliance and granted until August 14th, 2026, for compliance, with a potential fine of $100 per day for each code violation if not met. A follow-up hearing is scheduled for August 26th, 2025, to review fines if necessary.
Lien Amnesty Granted for 217 Sandy Lane Property; Reduced Settlement Amount Ordered
A lien amnesty request for property at 217 Sandy Lane was considered. The property owner, Stephen Yates, purchased the property in 2021 after previous liens were established for code violations and nuisance abatement. The total outstanding liens, including accrued interest, amounted to $22,130.92. The property owner requested leniency based on resolution 31-22, which allows for capped fines and reductions for owners not present during violations. The recommended adjusted total to satisfy the liens, considering eligible reductions for hard costs and a portion of the interest, was $4,744.35. Stephen Yates, the adjacent property owner who acquired this lot, offered to pay only the city's hard costs of $1,439.35 ($400 for mowing and $1,039.35 for demolition). The special magistrate ultimately ordered a lump sum payment of $2,500 within 15 business days to settle all liens, waiving the remainder and covering hard costs and a portion of the interest.
108 South Myrtle Ave Property Owner Granted Lien Reduction for Sign Permit Violation
A lien amnesty request for the property at 108 South Myrtle Avenue was reviewed. The property owner, Justin Walker, incurred a fine of $3,850 for a sign permit violation (LDR 604.12.D). A notice of violation was issued on January 14th, 2026, with a compliance deadline of January 29th, 2026. The special magistrate determined the property remained in violation on February 25th, 2026, and set a new deadline of March 12th, 2026. Fines of $50 per day commenced on March 12th, 2026. The property was found in compliance on May 29th, 2026. Staff recommended reducing the fine amount. Considering a 25% reduction for the owner being the violator and a 30% reduction for payment within six months, the final approved amount was $1,000, payable within 15 business days.
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