In all cases these were tarpaulins or other temporary coverings left on roofs. Code compliance officers provided photographs and inspection histories showing repeat visits and notices. The magistrate gave staggered correction deadlines and said owners must notify the city when work is completed so inspectors can verify compliance.
Tina Pagan, city code compliance officer, presented the first case, DEL25-091 (1496 Providence Boulevard), and said inspectors found a tarp on the roof during multiple visits beginning June 18 and that the property continued to violate codes. Defendant Rhonda Hicks told the judge that she had applied for city assistance and was waiting for the grant to be processed. Hicks said, “I was trying to fix the roof” and asked for leniency. The judge found a violation by the defendant and ordered the work to be corrected by December 22, 2025 (61 days) at 4:00 p.m.; Continued violations after this date will result in a fine of $25 per day. The order also requires the respondent to contact the code compliance inspector to verify compliance.
In DEL25-093 (1145 Giovanni Street), Officer Pagan testified that after several inspections, a tarp remained on the roof and that the owner reported an insurance claim and an upcoming court date related to that claim. Owner Karol Bravo said he has made partial repairs and will provide insurance or court documents. The judge found that the property had been violated and set a deadline of January 9, 2026 for compliance. Continued non-compliance will result in a fine of $25 per day.
A third roof case, DEL25-051 (1901 East Chapel Drive), was presented by Steve Brockhoff. He described tarpaulins and temporary fixings that had remained on the roof after previous expansions and continuations. Owner Anthony Cartagena said he planned to do the repairs himself but needed time because of his work schedule. The judge again found a violation and ordered correction by December 22, 2025 (61 days) at 4:00 p.m.; Thereafter, a fine of $25 per day applies. Each respondent was instructed to remain in contact with their assigned code compliance inspector.
In each case, the judge included the case files and photographic evidence in the file. Appeals from a written order entered by the judge at the beginning of the hearing may be filed in the district court within 30 days of the execution of the order in accordance with Section 162.11 of the Florida Statutes.
The rulings set deadlines for repairs and fines, while taking into account respondents' statements that some would take out insurance or provide assistance to finance repairs.