The Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing on September 18, 2025, focused on a significant property dispute involving Benjamin Desaglio, who represented the estate of his late grandmother, Kathleen Causeley. Desaglio addressed the court regarding a lien against two properties, one located at 8139 Random Road and another at 98 Gulf Boulevard, which he claimed he was unaware of until recently.

Desaglio explained that the lien, which originated from code enforcement issues dating back to 2019, had escalated to approximately $60,000 due to daily fines. He stated that this information was not disclosed during the probate process of his grandmother's estate, which concluded in 2023. Desaglio expressed confusion over the lien's existence, noting that the title company had only provided information related to his grandmother's name and not the LLC, Triple C 3, which was involved in the case.

During the hearing, Desaglio requested the court to dismiss the fines and arrearages, citing his grandmother's health struggles during the time the fines accumulated. He argued that the estate was not properly notified of the lien during probate, which could have allowed for timely resolution. Desaglio emphasized that he inherited not only the properties but also the associated financial burdens, describing the situation as a "headache and bills."

The magistrate acknowledged the complexities of the case, including ongoing issues with code enforcement and the lack of clarity surrounding the properties' compliance status. Desaglio's plea for leniency was based on the circumstances surrounding his grandmother's illness and the oversight during the probate process.

The hearing highlighted the challenges faced by heirs in navigating property disputes and code enforcement issues, particularly when prior owners have unresolved legal matters. The court's decision on Desaglio's request for dismissal of the fines remains pending, as further review of the case details is necessary.