Magistrate finds Filos property returned to compliance but warns of $5,000 penalty for future violations

The City of Daytona Beach special magistrate on Aug. 12 found that Paul S. Filos LLC had corrected the violations raised in a prior notice, but cautioned the property owner that future violations could result in fines of up to $5,000 per occurrence.

The hearing included a Zoom appearance by property owner Spiro Filos and a statement by city inspectors that the property had been brought into compliance. Inspector testimony and a stipulation from the respondent supported the magistrate’s finding that the current violations had been remedied. The magistrate recorded that while the respondent was previously in noncompliance, the inspector and respondent agreed the property was now in compliance; however, the magistrate noted that for any future violations the respondent could be returned to the special magistrate to face fines up to $5,000 per event.

Why it matters: the ruling closes the immediate enforcement action while maintaining a strong deterrent against future code breaches at the property.

The magistrate told the owner he understood the nature of the relief being granted and confirmed the agreement on compliance. A tenant representative was present by Zoom, and the respondent acknowledged the city’s concerns and accepted the compliance determination. The magistrate closed the matter without imposing daily fines, while making clear that subsequent violations would be treated seriously.

Ending: The magistrate’s finding resolves the active citation for now but keeps the option of steep per‑occurrence penalties available if the property is cited again.