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Outside cooking prohibited
Section: 16-196 - Description: Zoning
Applicability: No person shall commence any use or erect any residential structure, any commercial structure, or parking area without having first received approval of a site and development plan for the property. After approval of the site and development plan, no structure shall be changed and no other improvements or construction shall be undertaken unless consistent with the site and development plan or approved on an amended site and development plan.
Building structures and pavers constructed without permits & inspections
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Section: 105.4.1 – FBC Permit Intent - A permit issued shall be construed to be a license to proceed with the work and not as authority to violate, cancel, alter or set aside any of the provisions of the technical codes, nor shall issuance of a permit prevent the building official from thereafter requiring a correction of errors in plans, construction or violations of this code. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced within six months after its issuance, or if the work authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of six months after the time the work is commenced.
Pavers in rear installed without permit & inspection
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Several trailers on property, trash, debris, parking on grass, open storage, unregistered vehicle
Section 14-28c1g – Parking & storage of boats & recreational vehicles
The total of all boats, trailers and recreational vehicles, excluding those stored in a closed garage, shall be limited to two (2);
Section:14-28(b)1(f) Parking on private property
The motor vehicle must be parked in a garage/carport or on a driveway that has been designed and permitted for that purpose except for those properties that do not have an impervious driveway and were originally constructed without such driveway
Section: 14-28(c)1e - Parking of motor vehicles, boats and trailers – The boat or recreational vehicle must not be used for living, sleeping or housekeeping purposes
Section: 7-27.11 Property Maintenance Nuisance Declared
(11) The presence, accumulation, storage, or keeping of any debris, building material, or material of any kind on the ground, leaning against any building or structure, or upon the roof or top of any building or structure.
Section: 7-27.7 – Property Maintenance Nuisance Declared
(7) The presence, accumulation, open storage, or otherwise keeping, of any abandoned, discarded, or unused chattel; or
Shed structure in rear without permit & inspections
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Inoperative Vehicle
Section: 14-28b1c - Parking of motor vehicles, boats & trailers
The motor vehicle cannot be inoperative, wrecked, junked, partially dismantled, or abandoned, and is licensed and registered as required by state law, and is used by the resident of the premises or a guest thereof.
CERTIFY FINE
Unregistered/inoperative vehicles, RV & trailer
Section: 14-28(c)1c - Parking of motor vehicles, boats and trailers
(c)The boat, trailer or recreational vehicle must not be inoperative, wrecked, junked, partially dismantled or abandoned
Section: 14-28(b)1c - Parking of motor vehicles, boats & trailers
The motor vehicle cannot be inoperative, wrecked, junked, partially dismantled, or abandoned, and is licensed and registered as required by state law, and is used by the resident of the premises or a guest thereof.
Unregistered truck
Section: 14-28(b)1c - Parking of motor vehicles, boats & trailers
The motor vehicle cannot be inoperative, wrecked, junked, partially dismantled, or abandoned, and is licensed and registered as required by state law, and is used by the resident of the premises or a guest thereof.
Aluminum structure on side of property constructed without permit & inspections
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Unregistered vehicles, parking on grass or blocking sidewalk
Section: 14-28(b)1(f) Parking on private property
The motor vehicle must be parked in a garage/carport or on a driveway that has been designed and permitted for that purpose except for those properties that do not have an impervious driveway and were originally constructed without such driveway.
Section: 14-28(b)1c - Parking of motor vehicles, boats & trailers
The motor vehicle cannot be inoperative, wrecked, junked, partially dismantled, or abandoned, and is licensed and registered as required by state law, and is used by the resident of the premises or a guest thereof.
Fence installed without permit & inspection
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Fence replaced without permit & inspection
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Roof Maintenance
Section: 304.7 - Roofs and Drainage
The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that are a detriment to the roof's effectiveness or appearance. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof drains, gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions. Roof water including ac condensate shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance.
TABLED CERT/ASSESSMENT
Trees cut, new windows, front door, interior & exterior remodeling being done without permits & inspections
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Section: 7-27.4 - Property maintenance nuisance declared
(4) The uncontrolled growth of vegetation or any growth of weeds, grass, or other similar ground cover which exceeds twelve (12) inches in height, or rank vegetable growths which exhale unpleasant or noxious odors, or any vegetation or plant material growth which is conducive to harboring vermin, insects, reptiles, or other wild animal life; or
Section: 16-1249 (a)3 - General Maintenance Standards
a)Applicability. Unless otherwise provided in this article, no person, firm, corporation, association, public agency, or agent or employee, shall destroy, remove, or relocate acceptable vegetation not listed in Table 161312(a) from any property without first obtaining a building permit for vegetation removal from the city. (3)For residential developments and subdivisions without approved landscape plans and without a homeowners association, a building permit is required for vegetation removal. Each tree removed must be replaced with a new tree that meets current City Code requirements if removal reduces the number of trees on the lot below Code minimums for quantity. Replacements shall be located on the affected lot.
TABLED CASES
APPEAL OF FINE
Vehicles parked over sidewalk, exterior maintenance, open storage, building materials, wrecked/inoperative vehicle
Section: 7-27.7 – Property Maintenance Nuisance Declared
(7) The presence, accumulation, open storage, or otherwise keeping, of any abandoned, discarded, or unused chattel; or
Section: 304.1 – General
The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare
Section: 7-27.11 Property Maintenance Nuisance Declared
(11) The presence, accumulation, storage, or keeping of any debris, building material, or material of any kind on the ground, leaning against any building or structure, or upon the roof or top of any building or structure.
Section: 302.1 - Sanitation - All exterior property and premises shall be maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition. The occupant shall keep that part of the exterior property which such occupant occupies or controls in a clean and sanitary condition.
Section: 14-28(b)5 - Parking of motor vehicles, boats sand trailers -
5) The parking of nonprohibited motor vehicles is allowed on private property within residential zoning districts provided that the plot of land is improved with a residence and the motor vehicle is not inoperative, wrecked, junked or partially dismantled or abandoned and is licensed and registered as required by state law and used by the resident of the premises or a guest thereof.
Exterior walls of property need to be cleaned, open storage
Section: 304.6 Exterior Walls - All exterior walls, on main structures and accessory structures, shall be free from holes, breaks and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent deterioration
Repair & Maintain Roof
Section: 304.7 - Roofs and Drainage
The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that are a detriment to the roof's effectiveness or appearance. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof drains, gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions. Roof water including ac condensate shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance.
A/C & water heater installed without permit & inspections
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Swimming pool & unpermitted structures in rear of property. Covered roof with chain link fence. Remove electrical wire and plumbing from RV, Living in RV prohibited.
Section: 105.1 - Permits Required - Any contractor, owner or authorized agent authorized in accordance with Florida Statute 489 who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
Section: 110.1 - The building official shall order the owner of any premises upon which is located any structure, which in the building official’s judgment is so dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary or to demolish and remove at the owner’s option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any structure for a period of more than two years, to demolish and remove such structure
Section: 14-28(c)1e - Parking of motor vehicles, boats and trailers – The boat or recreational vehicle must not be used for living, sleeping or housekeeping purposes.
ADJOURNMENT
The first and third Monday of each month are regular meeting dates for the City Council; special or workshop meetings may be called, whenever necessary. Council Agendas are posted on the City’s website on the Friday prior to each Council meeting. A copy of the meeting audio and the complete agenda may be requested at cityclerk@greenacres.gov or 561-642-2006.
In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this document can be made available in an alternate format upon request. Special accommodations can be provided upon request with three (3) days advance notice of any meeting, by contacting City Clerk Quintella Moorer at Greenacres City Hall, 5800 Melaleuca Lane, Greenacres, Florida. Phone No. 561-642-2006. Hearing Assistance: If any person wishes to use a Listen Aid Hearing Device, please contact the City Clerk prior to any meeting held in the Council Chambers.