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Royal Palm Beach special‑magistrate hearing: dozens of cases heard, several large fines reduced
Summary
Special Magistrate Doug Macibbon heard dozens of property‑code cases on Nov. 12, 2025. The hearing delivered a mix of continuances, findings of violation and fine assessments; two high‑profile fine mitigation requests were partially granted with payment deadlines this winter.
Special Magistrate Doug Macibbon presided over a multi‑hour Royal Palm Beach code‑enforcement hearing on Nov. 12, 2025, that addressed dozens of cases for work done without permits, parking on lawns, stained sidewalks and missing vegetation.
The session opened with the magistrate explaining procedure and swearing witnesses. Village staff and code inspectors entered written exhibits for each case and presented dated photos and AS400 permit records. For property owners who reported progress, the magistrate generally allowed short continuances with a requirement to call for reinspection so that an affidavit of compliance could be filed to stop fines.
Several types of outcomes dominated the docket: findings of violation where inspectors documented noncompliance; time‑limited continuances tied to proof of repair or permit issuance; and money…
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