Deltona orders property owner to comply with code violations by August 27

In a recent Special Magistrate Hearing held on April 23, 2025, the City of Deltona addressed ongoing code violations at a property located on Diane Terrace. The hearing focused on a specific violation related to unpermitted interior alterations, which had been flagged during a fire safety inspection conducted in June 2024. Despite multiple notifications and a timeline provided to the property owner for corrective action, no progress had been made by the time of the hearing.

City officials presented evidence, including photographs, to support their case. They requested a compliance deadline of 90 days for the property owner to obtain the necessary permits and rectify the violations. If compliance was not achieved by the deadline, a fine of $50 per day would be imposed until the issues were resolved.

Lester Guerrero, the property owner, attended the hearing with his engineer, Ruben Munoz, who explained that they were in the process of gathering the required documentation and permits. Munoz requested an extension, expressing uncertainty about the timeline due to the permitting process, which could take several weeks. The magistrate ultimately granted a compliance deadline of August 27, 2025, allowing for an additional 30 days beyond the initial request.

This decision underscores the city's commitment to maintaining property standards and ensuring safety within the community. The hearing also highlighted the importance of timely communication and compliance with city regulations, as failure to do so can lead to financial penalties for property owners. The city aims to work collaboratively with residents to address violations while upholding community standards.