Code board sets fines, deadlines for roofs, driveways and reinforces new vegetation rules

The Town of Lake Clarke Shores Code Enforcement Board on Tuesday set compliance deadlines and potential fines for several residential property code violations and discussed townwide changes to yard‑waste rules.

Case 2026-56 (1825 Mediterranean Road West) was presented for roof discoloration that the code officer says has been a recurring issue; the property owners said they are obtaining estimates and expect to replace the roof. The board found the property in violation of the cited code section and set a compliance deadline of July 29, 2026; if the order is not satisfied, the board authorized a fine not to exceed $100 per day and scheduled a fine‑assessment hearing for July 29.

Case 2026-147 (7438 Pine Tree Lane) concerns a driveway that the code officer said needs pressure cleaning. The board ordered compliance by July 29, 2026, and set a potential fine up to $100 per day if the violation is not corrected.

Separately, the board discussed the newly enacted ordinance that permits residents to place vegetation only at the curb up to 72 hours before scheduled pick-up, designed to reduce bulk trash out early and limit nuisance piles. The code officer said this change has reduced landscaper-driven trash problems, increased resident reporting of missed pickups, and resulted in recent citations and fines.

Board members also suggested coordinating a volunteer or neighbor-assistance list (through the senior group or local clubs) to help low-income or elderly residents meet compliance deadlines for minor exterior work.

Next steps: code enforcement will monitor the properties, pursue fines if deadlines are missed, and report results at the July meeting.