HomeMy Public PortalAbout686 E COBB AVE PH NOTICECITY OF CRESTVIEW
CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION
201 Stillwell Blvd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 683-0896
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
11/17/2023
HASTINGS LILLIAN W & RICE JOHN
686E COBB AVE
CRESTVIEW FL 32539
RE: CASE# 23-977
Dear Property Owner:
You are hereby formally notified that on December 19th, 2023, at 5:30 P.M., there will be a Public
Hearing at City Hall, located at 198 Wilson Street North, Crestview, Florida 32536 in the Council
Chambers. This meeting is being held concerning violations that continue to exist on a parcel of property
belonging to you located at 686 E COBB AVE., Crestview, FL 32539 more particularly described as:
PIN# 17-3N-23-2490-0151-0040 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: CRESTVIEW LOTS 4 & 5 BLK
151
The Special Magistrate has the power to levy fines up to $250 per day for a first violation, and
up to $500 per day for a repeat violation. If the Special Magistrate finds the violation to be
irreparable or irreversible in nature, a fine, not to exceed $5,000 per violation, may be imposed.
If a violation, or the condition causing the violation, presents a serious threat to the public health, safety,
and welfare, or if the violation is irreparable or irreversible in nature, the Special Magistrate will notify
the local governing body, which may make all reasonable repairs required to bring the property into
compliance, and charge the violator with the reasonable cost of the repairs along with the fine imposed.
If the City prevails in prosecuting a case before the Special Magistrate, it shall be entitled to recover all
costs incurred in prosecuting the case before the Special Magistrate, and such costs may be included in
the lien authorized under FS 162.09(3).
A certified copy of an Order imposing a fine, or a fine plus repair costs, will be recorded in the Okaloosa
County Public Records, and thereafter shall constitute a lien against the land on which the violation
exists and upon any other real or personal property owned by the violator.
Encl: Notice of Violation
You have the right to obtain an attorney, at your own expense, to represent you before the Special
Magistrate.
If you desire a verbatim transcript of the proceedings for appeal purposes, you should arrange for a court
reporter to attend the hearing.
The Crestview Special Magistrate was created pursuant to Florida Statue 162. The purpose of the Special
Magistrate is to facilitate the enforcement of local and state laws.
Sincerely,
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Maddie Tatom
Code Compliance Officer
City of Crestview
850-683-0896
Form 53A
Appendix 8
Revised 2021
VIOLATION DETAIL PAGE 1
LSE NUMBER 23-00000977
IOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
VIOLATION: Ch. 38 Sec 65 (s), Sec 66 QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Accessory Structures DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
38.65 - Standards for Improved Property.
(s) Accessory structures: Garages, storage buildings and all
other accessory structures shall be maintained and kept in
good repair and sound structural condition.
Chapter 38 Section 66. Accessory Structures
Garages, storage buildings and all other accessory
structures shall be
1, Used for the purposes allowed by the Land Development
Code.
2. Maintained in good repair and sound structural condition.
Structures attached or unattached, to the principal
structure, which are found in disrepair, shall be repaired
or demolished within the timeframe set within the Notice of
Violation. Maintenance of accessory structures shall comply
with the following:
( 1) The exterior of the building and premises to include
but not limited to parking areas and landscaped areas shall
be maintained in a sound, clean and neat condition.
(2) Signs shall be maintained in good condition. Where the
sign structure remains, the sign faces are to be replaced
with blank panels (permit required). The design and color
are subject to the standards of the Land Development Code
(3) All advertising structures, awnings and accompanying
supporting members shall be maintained in good repair and
shall not constitute a nuisance or safety hazard.
Advertising structures or awnings not properly maintained in
accordance with this subsection shall be removed. Awnings or
marquees made of cloth, plastic or a similar material shall
not show evidence of tearing, ripping or holes. Upon removal
of an advertising structure, such as a sign, all supporting
members shall be removed. Awnings must be repaired or
replaced to original condition. Where supporting members
have been left from sign removal prior to adoption of the
ordinance from which this chapter is derived, such
supporting members shall be removed within three months of
the effective date of such ordinance. Nothing in this
subsection shall be construed to authorize any encroachments
on streets, sidewalks, or other parts of the public
right-of-way.
VIOLATION DETAIL PAGE 2
SE NUMBER 23-00000977
:OPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
(4) Where parking areas are to be barricaded to prohibit
vehicular travel, it shall be accomplished by installation
of parking bumpers pinned to the pavement.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
The violation(s) may be abated by:
1. Using the accessory structure in a manner allowed by the
Land Development Code.
2. Obtain a building permit and repair the accessory
structure, or, obtain a demolition permit and demolish the
accessory structure. Remove all demolition debris from the
property.
(1) Maintain the exterior of the building and premises in a
sound, clean and neat condition.
(2) Repair or replace sign. Replace sign face with blank
panel, in accordance with standards set in Land Development
Code.
For information regarding permits, contact the City of
Crestview Building Department at (850) 689-1618.
VIOLATION: Ch. 38 Sec. 65 (h), (i) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Exterior Door/Door Frame/Store DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
38.65 - Standards for Improved Property.
(h) Exterior doors: Every exterior door and hatchway or
garage door shall be kept in sound working condition and
good repair.
(i) Exterior doorframes and storefronts: Exterior doorframes
and storefronts shall be maintained in good condition. All
moldings shall be securely attached to the structure and
maintained in good condition without splitting or
deterioration.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
The violation(s) may be abated by repair or replacement of
exterior door, door frame, storefront, or molding. Building
permits may be required. Please contact the City of
Crestview Building Department at (850)689-1618.
VIOLATION: Ch. 38 Sec. 65 (e), (j) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Exterior Wall/ Ext. Surface DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
Chapter 38 Section 65
VIOLATION DETAIL PAGE 3
►SE NUMBER 23-00000977
tOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
(e) Exterior walls. Exterior walls of buildings shall be:
(1) Maintained free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting
materials; and
(2) Maintained, weatherproofed and surfaces properly coated
as needed to prevent deterioration. Exterior finishes must
be of material designed for such purposes and installed in
accordance with the manufacture's specifications. For
repairs, like materials must be used. Decorative features
such as cornices, belt courses, corbels, trim, wall facings
and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good
repair with proper anchorage.
(3) Any graffiti shall be removed or repainted to match
existing surfaces.
(j) Exterior surface treatment. All exterior surfaces,
including by way of example and not limitation, doors and'
window frames, cornices, porches, decks, trim, balconies,
fences, and docks, shall be maintained in good condition.
Exterior surfaces shall be protected from the elements and
decay by painting or other protective treatment applied in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Peeling
paint is prohibited and surfaces shall be repainted. All
metal surfaces shall be coated to inhibit rust and corrosion
and all surfaces with rust or corrosion shall be stabilized
and coated.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
(e) The violation(s) may be abated by obtaining required
permits and repair or replacement of holes, breaks, and
loose or rotting materials. Maintenance, proper coating and
weather proofing as needed to prevent deterioration. For
repairs, like material must be used. Repaint of graffiti
shall match existing surfaces.
(j) The violation(s) may be abated by obtaining required
permits and repair or replacement of exterior surfaces, to
include protection from the element and decay by paint or
other protective treatment. Repair of peeling pant, and
coating of metal surfaces to inhibit rust and corrosion.
Coating and stabilization of all surfaces with rust or
corrosion.
VIOLATION: Ch. 38 Sect. 18 (9), (10) QUANTITY: 1
;SCRIPTION: Inoperable Vehicle/Parts DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
Nuisance Conditions - 38 - 18.
(9) Any worn-out, scrapped, partially dismantled,
non -operative, unusable, or discarded materials or objects,
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►SE NUMBER 23-00000977
tOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
such as motor vehicles or parts thereof, building materials,
machinery, boats, or part thereof, trailers, or other such
items.
(10) The storage of any vehicle or boat, or parts thereof,
without a valid current license plate or other registration
certificate, showing said vehicle or part thereof to be
titled in the name of the owner or occupier of the property
upon which said vehicle or part thereof is located. Failure
to have such license or other registration certificate
specifically attached to the vehicle or part thereof shall
be prima facie evidence that said property is worn-out,
scrapped, non -operative, unusable, or discarded, as provided
in this chapter.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
You may abate the violation(s) by the following action(s).
1. Remove the worn-out, scrapped, partially dismantled,
non -operative, unusable, or discarded materials or objects,
such as motor vehicles or parts thereof, building materials,
machinery, boats, or part thereof, trailers or any similar
material from the property.
2. Affix a valid tag to the inoperable vehicle, or boat, or
remove it from the property.
VIOLATION: Chapter 38 Sect. 18 (11) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Overgrown Vegetation DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
Nuisance Conditions - 38 - 18
(k) tGrass, weeds, and
uncultivated vegetation: All grasses or weeds, and
uncultivated vegetation, shall not exceed twelve (12) inches
in height on improved property, including the area between
the edge of the pavement in the street and the lot line.
Bushes, trees, and other landscape ornamentals shall be
maintained in a manner that will not create any unsafe or
unhealthy conditions. Landscape features shall be maintained
to ensure that the growth of such feature does not damage
any structure.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
You may abate the violation by removing the overgrown or
uncultivated vegetation from the property.
VIOLATION: Chapter 38 Section 65 (q) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Overhang Extensions DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION : CONTINUED
VIOLATION DETAIL PAGE 5
LSE NUMBER 23-00000977
tOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
(q) Overhang extensions.
All overhang extensions including, but not limited to
canopies, marquees, signs, metal awnings, fire escapes,
standpipes, and exhaust ducts shall be maintained in good
repair and properly anchored to remain in sound condition.
All exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected
from the elements, decay, or rust. For properties located in
the downtown overlay district, any commercial awning in
disrepair must be repaired to original condition. Awnings in
this district may not be removed but must be repaired. In
the event the original material cannot be located, the
property owner must obtain a permit and replace with a
similar product.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
The violation(s) may be abated by repair or replacement )f
the overhang, canopy, marquee, sign, metal awning, fires
escape, standpipe, or exhaust duct. Building permits may be
required. Please contact the City of Crestview Building
Department at (850)689-1618. For information regarding the
Downtown Overlay District, please contact the Community
Redevelopment Agency at (850)612-6074.
VIOLATION: Ch. 38 Section 65 (1) QUANTITY: 1
;SCRIPTION: Porches and Balconies DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
Chapter 38 Section 65
(I) Porches and balconies. All exterior porches, balconies,
stairs, and fire escapes shall include banisters or railings
properly designed and maintained to minimize the hazard of
falling and installed to withstand the loads for which they
were designed. All exterior porches, landings, balconies,
stairs, and fire escapes shall be kept structurally sound,
in good repair, free from defects and maintained for the
purpose for which they were designed. Paint and other
finishes shall be in good condition.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
The violation(s) may be abated by obtaining required permit
and repair or replacement of exterior porches, balconies,
stairs, fire escapes, and banisters or railings to include
structural integrity, paint/finishes, and maintained for the
purpose for which they were designed.
VIOLATION: CH 38 SEC 48 QUANTITY: 1
;SCRIPTION: PROPERTY EXTERIOR DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
VIOLATION DETAIL
iSE NUMBER 23-00000977
tOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
38-48 - Property exteriors.
(a) Property exteriors shall be free of trash, litter,
debris, packing boxes, lumber, construction material, solid
waste, horticulture debris, salvage materials, appliances,
machinery, equipment, and any furniture, excluding furniture
specifically designed for outdoor use. Failure to maintain
the premises in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition is a
violation. The owner and operator shall keep that part of
the exterior property subject to its control or occupancy in
a clean and sanitary condition.
(b) No owner, operator, or tenant shall maintain premises,
private or open to the public, upon which litter is
permitted, caused, allowed or existing in any manner as to
be a sanitary nuisance.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
You may abate the violation by conducting the following
action.
1. Remove the trash, litter, debris, packing boxes, lumber,
construction material, solid waste, horticulture debris,
salvage materials, appliances, machinery, equipment, and any
furniture, specifically not designed for outdoor use.
VIOLATION: Chapter 38 Section 65 (n) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Roofs DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
38.65 - Standards for Improved Property.
(n) Roofs. Roofs shall be maintained in a structurally sound
and safe manner, free of holes, missing roof material and
without leaks. Roofs shall be repaired using like materials
to existing materials.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
The violation(s) may be abated by obtaining the required
building permit, replace or repair roof. In instances of
repair, like materials to existing materials shall be used.
For permit assistance, please contact the City of Crestview
Building Department at (850)689-1618.
VIOLATION: Chapter 38 Section 65 (d) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Skirting DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
38.65 - Standards for Improved Property.
(d) Skirting shall be maintained free from broken or missing
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VIOLATION DETAIL
ISE NUMBER 23-00000977
tOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
sections, pieces, or cross members. Skirting shall be
securely attached and sized from the ground to the lower
outside perimeter of the structure. Skirting material must
comply with the standards provided in the Land Development
Code.
Land Development Code Section 6.01.02 (I)
(I) For dwellings elevated 48 inches or less, the area
beneath the home shall be enclosed by brick, concrete, wood,
rock, vinyl or other materials specifically manufactured for
this purpose and shall enclose the space between the floor
joists and the ground level, except for the required minimum
ventilation and access. Such access shall remain closed when
not being used for that purpose.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
The violation(s) may be abated by repair or replacement of
broken or missing sections, pieces or cross members, attach
and size from the ground to the lower outside perimeter of
the structure, using materials compliant with standards
provided in Land Development Code. Permitting may be
required. Please contact the City of Crestview Building
Department at (850)689-1618.
VIOLATION: Chapter 38 Section 18 (2) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Trash/Debris DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
Nuisance Conditions - 38 - 18 (2)
Accumulation or open storage of trash, debris, garbage,
tires, vehicle parts.
bottles, paper, cans, rags, dead plants, or trees, dead or
decayed animal matter, fruit, vegetables, offal, tools,
equipment, lawn and garden products, buckets, containers,
appliances, household furniture, bricks, concrete, scrap
lumber or any other refuse of any nature.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
You may abate the violation by removing the trash, debris,
garbage, tires, vehicle parts, bottles, paper, cans, rags,
dead plants, or trees,
dead or decayed animal matter, fruit, vegetables, offal,
tools, equipment, lawn and garden products, buckets,
containers, appliances, household furniture, bricks,
concrete, scrap lumber or any other refuse of any nature,
from the property.
VIOLATION: CH 38 SEC 70 QUANTITY: 1
;SCRIPTION: UNSIGHTLY CONDITIONS DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
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VIOLATION DETAIL
kSE NUMBER 23-00000977
tOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
38.70 - Unsightly conditions.
The following conditions are hereby deemed to be unsightly
conditions and are prohibited. The following conditions are
prohibited on any premises in the City:
(1) Structures that are:
(a) Partially destroyed; or
(b) Left in a state of disrepair; or
(c) Left in a state of partial construction beyond the
valid timeframe of the permit.
(2) Abandoned or broken equipment; broken or discarded
furniture and household appliances in visible yard areas.
(3) Building exteriors in a condition of deterioration or
disrepair such that the condition causes measurable
diminution of surrounding property values.
(4) Garbage and trash containers stored in a manner visible
from the street.
(5) Exterior finishes that are not maintained to prevent the
buildup of dirt, grime, algae and other such substances.
(6)Temporary covers made of tarps or other similar materials
visible from the public right -a -way to include free standing
structures, piles of debris or other items, or attached to
permanent buildings, fences, or other structures.
(7) Tarps or other like materials used to cover a vehicle,
boat, or RV which are not fitted and designed for this
purpose or are in disrepair.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
You may abate the violation(s) by conducting the following
action(s) .
1.For Building Exterior:
a. Repair the building exterior.
For Demolition of Structure:
a. Demolish the structure and remove all debris from the
property. For commercial property an asbestos survey maybe
required.
b. Prior to issuance of a demolition permit for a building
where commercial activity is a permitted use, a performance
bond or equivalent security shall be filed with the City, or
a letter of credit may be submitted to the City Manager for
approval.
For building permit information please call 850-689-1619 ext
254 or 261.
2.Remove all abandoned or broken equipment, discarded
furniture, and household appliances.
3.Store garbage and trash containers in an area not visible
from the street.
4.Repair or replace the exterior finishes that are not
maintained to prevent build up of dirt, grime, algae, or
other such substances.
5.Remove any temporary covers made of tarps or other similar
materials that are visible from the public right-of-way to
include free standing structures, piles of debris or other
items, or attached to permanent buildings, fences, or other
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:OPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
structures.
6.Remove tarps or other like materials used to cover a
vehicle, boat or RV which are not fitted and designed
specifically for this purpose or are in disrepair.
VIOLATION: Ch. 38 Sec. 65 (f), (r) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Windows/Screens DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
Chapter 38 Section 65
(f) Windows.
(1) Every window shall be maintained in sound working
condition and good repair to be substantially weather -tight
and rodent -proof.
(2) Openings originally designed as windows shall be
maintained as windows unless approved by the building
official for enclosure. Prior to the enclosure of the any
window, a building permit must be obtained providing for the
final product to be used in this action. The permit shall
ensure that the enclosure of a window is by a material that
is designed for the purpose of exterior finish and is
consistent with the remainder of the structure.
(3) In the event of an emergency, when the boarding of an
opening must be used, it shall be of trim fit, sealed to
prevent water intrusion, and painted or stained to conform
to the other exterior portions of the building. The boarding
shall not remain for a period of more than 90 days from the
date of the Notice of Violation. When an act of God, such as
a hurricane or tornado, the city manager may extend the time
as needed.
Insect screens. All windows and other outside openings
required for ventilation of food preparation areas, food
service areas, or any areas where products utilized in food
for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged,
or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly fitting
screens of not less than 16 mesh per 25 mm. Every swinging
door shall have a self -closing device in good working
condition.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
(f)The violation(s) may be abated by repair or replacement
of windows. Building permits may be required. For assistance
with permitting, please contact the City of Crestview
Building Department at (850)689-1618.
(r) The violation(s) may be abated by repair or replacement
of ill-fitting screens, or repair of swinging doors.
VIOLATION: Chapter 38 Sec. 65 (m) QUANTITY: 1
:SCRIPTION: Stairs DATE: 9/08/23
LOCATION:
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ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION : CONTINUED
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ISE NUMBER 23-00000977
tOPERTY ADDRESS 686 E COBB AVE
ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION :
Chapter 38 Section 65
(m) Stairs. All stairs shall be maintained safe and free
from tripping hazards. Treads shall be sound, without broken
or chipped edges. Wooden stairs shall be free from decay or
substantial wear that could cause a tripping hazard or have
an unsightly appearance. Handrails and guardrails shall be
maintained to withstand the loads they were designed for or
as prescribed by the Florida Building Code.
CORRECTIVE ACTION REQUIRED :
The violation(s) may be abated by obtaining the required
permits and repair or replacement of treads, removal of any
decay, substantial wear, trip hazards, or unsightly
appearance. For permit ass'stance, please contact the City
of Crestview Building Department at (850)689-1618.