What is a code enforcement citation?
A citation is a monetary penalty for certain code violations. It is separate from the Notice of Violation process and may be used to address specific issues provided in the Code of Ordinances.
I received a code enforcement citation. What are my options?
- Correct the violation and pay the civil penalty within 10 days of the date of issuance of the citation; or
- Appeal the citation within 10 days of the date of issuance of the citation by requesting an administrative hearing in front of the Code Enforcement Board to challenge the decision of the code enforcement officer.
How do I pay my citation?
- Online: Pay securely through the MGO Code Enforcement Portal (coming soon)
- In person/mail: Follow the instructions on your citation. Payments by mail should include the citation number.
How do I appeal my citation?
You must request a hearing before the Code Enforcement Board in writing and mail it to the Code Enforcement Recording Clerk, 1701 Barbados Rd, Lake Clarke Shores, FL 33406. Written requests must be received within ten (10) days of issuance of the citation. Please note your case number on your written request, your phone number, your email address, and provide a brief description of the reasons of your appeal. The clerk will then contact you within 10 days of receipt of the request to set a hearing date for your appeal. Hearings must be conducted within 90 days of receipt of the request.
What happens if I don’t pay or appeal the citation within 10 days?
You will be deemed to have waived your right to contest the citation and judgment may be entered against you by the Code Enforcement Board.
What should I bring to the Code Enforcement Board Hearing?
Bring any evidence supporting your appeal of the citation.
What will happen during the Code Enforcement Board Hearing?
The Town has the burden of proving by a preponderance of the evidence a violation of the code section cited. If the Code Enforcement Board affirms the issuance of the citation, the violator must pay the fine prescribed in the citation within 15 days of the Code Enforcement Board Order. If the violator does not pay the fine, the Order will be recorded in the public records and constitute a lien on the real and personal property of the violator. If the lien remains unpaid 3 months after the recording, the Town may foreclose or execute on the lien.