Board imposes $25-per-day fines for roof violation after owners present contractor quote

The Town of Lake Clarke Shores Code Enforcement Board voted Dec. 4 to impose daily fines of $25 on the property cited in Case 25-0676 for a discolored roof and related code violations, with fines to accrue beginning Dec. 4, 2025, until the violation is cured.

Code Enforcement Officer Eric Richwagen told the board he had spoken with both property owners and that they provided a contractor authorization letter and a first-set quote to replace the roof; however, no building permits were on file. Eric said owners told him they planned to replace the roof and requested additional time; he advised the board he would investigate and, if work requiring a permit had begun without permitting, the building inspector would be dispatched.

Board members noted roofing contractors and activity at the site and questioned whether permits had been pulled. One member argued the contractors’ quote did not demonstrate compliance and urged that a permit and inspection be obtained to cure the violation. After discussion, the board approved a motion that “such fines shall continue to accrue at daily rate until compliance is achieved,” and that the town’s prosecution costs would be assessed; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote.

The board directed staff to monitor permit status and return with an update at the next meeting; if work has begun without a permit, staff said that could trigger additional violations or enforcement steps.