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Winter Springs code board finds decorative-column violation, sets $200-per-day fine until repairs
Summary
After inspectors found a deteriorating decorative column that remained unrepaired despite prior notices, the Winter Springs Code Enforcement Board ordered compliance by March 26, 2026, and approved a $200-per-day fine if the repairs are not verified.
The Winter Springs Code Enforcement Board on Feb. 24 ordered repairs to a deteriorating decorative column at a residential property and approved a daily fine to enforce compliance.
Deputy Chief Kevin Presley of the Winter Springs Police Department presented the case (2025CE000642), describing multiple inspections and photographic exhibits documenting rotting wood, decayed stucco and a column wrap that “failed to be kept in proper state of repair.” Presley told the board he conducted a reinspection on Jan. 23 and found “the property remained in violation,” and that earlier assurances from the resident that repairs would be completed were not borne out by the follow-up inspection.
The board discussed prior notices and failed communications with the respondent. A board member said the phone updates provided to inspectors were “completely inaccurate” and noted there had been no visible work despite claims that contractors had been at the site.
A motion to find the property in violation under the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC 304.8) passed after the board debated fine levels. The original motion proposed $150 per day; after further discussion about deterrence and the respondent’s failure to communicate, the motion was amended to impose a $200-per-day fine until compliance is reported and verified by city code enforcement. The board approved the amended motion by roll call.
The order requires the property be brought into compliance by March 26, 2026, and states that, if the respondent does not comply, the code enforcement board may direct the city to perform corrective work and charge the property owner for costs. The board also confirmed that photographic evidence and the inspector’s testimony were entered into the record.
Next steps: staff will prepare the written order for signature and mailing. If the owner fails to meet the compliance date, fines will begin to accrue and the city may abate and lien the property for abatement costs.
This is an enforcement action by the Winter Springs Code Enforcement Board; no criminal charges were discussed.
