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Venice magistrate gives homeowner until May 6 to clear yard debris, cut grass under 12 inches
Summary
A City of Venice special magistrate ordered Justin Hamilton to remove trash, move pavers and cut grass below 12 inches at 1323 East Venice Avenue by May 6, 2025 or face fines up to $250 per day; Hamilton said health, work and removal costs delayed compliance.
A City of Venice special magistrate on March 5 ordered homeowner Justin Hamilton to clear trash and debris, move stacked pavers out of public view and cut grass to under 12 inches at 1323 East Venice Avenue by May 6, 2025, or face fines up to $250 per day.
The order followed testimony from David Lipker, a certified code enforcement officer for the city, who said he inspected the property after an "offensive accumulation" complaint and measured weeds and grass exceeding 12 inches in the front yard and substantially taller growth in the fenced backyard. Lipker said he found trash and debris including a moldy cabinet and an unhooked washing machine near the front door;…
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