Special Magistrate Reduces Lien for Alexandria Holland to $1264 in Fort Pierce

The Fort Pierce Special Magistrate Hearing held on August 20, 2025, addressed a significant lien reduction request concerning a property in the city. The meeting began with a review of the case, where the original lien amount was noted at $21,820. The discussion focused on whether the requesting party, Alexandria Holland, was responsible for the original violation and if any extenuating circumstances warranted a reduction.

Key criteria for lien reduction were evaluated, including the applicant's responsibility for the violation, the existence of extenuating circumstances, and any ongoing code enforcement actions. It was determined that there were no current enforcement actions against the property, and no previous reductions had been granted for this or any other property under common ownership in the past 24 months.

Holland explained her situation, detailing her ex-husband's misunderstanding of the compliance process and their financial struggles, particularly due to their child's needs. She expressed a willingness to pay a reduced amount, citing that the full lien was a significant burden on their income.

After hearing from Holland and her ex-husband, the special magistrate considered the staff's recommendation to reduce the lien to the administrative cost of $1,264.65. The magistrate agreed to this reduction, providing a 30-day period for payment. If the amount is not paid within this timeframe, the lien would revert to the original amount of $21,820.

The magistrate concluded the session by thanking Holland for her transparency and providing her with a link for online payment. The meeting then moved on to the next case on the agenda, indicating a structured approach to addressing various code enforcement issues within the city.