Bay County orders demolition of unsafe mobile home at Clear Creek Road

In a recent Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing held on April 10, 2025, significant discussions centered around the enforcement of safety regulations for mobile homes and accessory structures. The hearing addressed a specific case involving a mobile home deemed unfit and unsafe, located at 12705 Clear Creek Road.

The magistrate outlined a series of actions required from the property owner to rectify the situation. The owner must apply for and obtain a demolition permit for both the mobile home and its accessory structure, or alternatively, submit a comprehensive building permit application to the Bay County Building Department for necessary repairs. This application must include detailed specifications from the mobile home manufacturer or engineering plans that demonstrate compliance with original construction standards.

Key requirements for repairs include using materials and designs equivalent to the original construction for all structural elements, including the roof, walls, and plumbing systems. The owner is also mandated to submit a detailed action plan with timelines for the repairs to the code enforcement division. All permits must pass a review process and inspections must be completed by the Bay County builder services division.

Failure to comply with these directives within 30 days will result in a $1,000 fine, which will become a lien on the property. Noncompliance can also occur if the owner allows any obtained permits to expire or be canceled.

This hearing highlights the Bay County government's commitment to ensuring residential safety and compliance with building codes. The decisions made during this meeting not only affect the property in question but also set a precedent for how similar cases will be handled in the future, emphasizing the importance of maintaining safe living conditions for all residents. The next case discussed was code enforcement case 20250596, involving another property at 1940 Sherman Avenue, Unit 103, indicating ongoing efforts to address housing safety in the community.