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Ocala magistrate orders vacate and repairs after sewage backup at 1665 Southwest Third Street
Summary
A City of Ocala magistrate found code violations at 1665 Southwest Third Street related to raw sewage, ordered the residence vacated and repairs completed, and authorized daily fines and potential city abatement if deadlines are missed.
A City of Ocala special magistrate on June 25, 2025 found code violations at 1665 Southwest Third Street and ordered the property owner to vacate the residence and complete repairs after testimony that a septic failure caused raw sewage to back up into the house and yard.
The magistrate, Ryan Fong, adopted the staff recommendation after sworn testimony from city code staff and Officer Jeff Gilbo. The city recommended the house be vacated by 4 p.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025; that permits required for repairs be obtained by 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025; and that required repairs be completed within 90 days of permit issuance. As an alternative, the owner may apply for a demolition permit and complete demolition within 60 days of permit issuance.
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