Saint Pete Beach Magistrate orders property compliance within 14 days for fencing violations

In a recent Special Magistrate meeting on July 14, 2025, the ongoing property compliance issues in St. Pete Beach took center stage, particularly concerning a property with a damaged fence and overgrown vegetation. The magistrate addressed the situation, noting that while some repairs had been made, significant concerns remained.

The property owner was given a 14-day deadline to address the remaining issues, specifically the downed sections of the fence and the overgrown weeds. The magistrate emphasized the importance of compliance, stating, "I don't want to see gaps every 2 feet in the fence," while allowing for some flexibility for ingress and egress pathways.

City officials confirmed that vegetation along the sidewalk had been cleared, but the fence still posed a problem. The magistrate expressed hope that the property would be in compliance by the next hearing scheduled for August 11, stating, "Hopefully, I don't see you, that the property is in compliance, and we all move forward."

This meeting highlights the city's ongoing efforts to enforce property maintenance codes and ensure community standards are upheld. The outcome of the next hearing will determine if the property owner has successfully addressed the magistrate's concerns.