Development News for Key West, Florida

Request to Vacate Findings and Dismiss Case for 5113 Plumbing Street Approved

Case 25-4655, involving 5113 Plumbing Street, LLC, and Angela Mega, is a request to vacate findings of inquest of order and dismiss the case. This item was addressed without objection.

GK Key West LLC Agrees to Settlement for Additional Unit, Including Fines and Compliance Measures

Case 25-3DG, involving GK Key West LLC, was continued from April 30th. The respondent has signed a settlement agreement with the city. The agreement includes a stipulation to pay $50 in costs and a fine of $6,250, of which $3,000 will be suspended within 90 days. The respondent must also pay all required after-the-fact permits, approvals, authorizations, inspections, fees, and obtain necessary clearances to lawfully maintain and occupy an additional rear unit. This includes obtaining all government approvals and a certificate of occupancy and business tax receipt within 90 days. The settlement agreement has been signed by the city manager and the respondent.

Multiple Properties Achieve Compliance, Cases Dismissed; 216 Other Street Continues for Service

Case 26-45, concerning 45 Aaron Street, was dismissed as the property is in compliance as of May 20, 2026, with the request for dismissal granted without objection. Case 26-2018, for 1716 Laird Street, was also dismissed as the property is in compliance as of May 13, 2026, with the request for dismissal granted without objection. Case 26-953, for 216 Other Street, was continued from April 30th due to issues with amended notice service. Officer Larry will post the amended notice for the June hearing. Case 26-1502, for Sarah Do Wilmer, was dismissed as the property is in compliance as of May 14, 2026, with the request for dismissal granted without objection.

Code Enforcement Hearing Continues for 712 Evelyn Street Property with Ongoing Electrical and Plumbing Concerns

The Code Enforcement hearing addressed case 23-32, concerning issues at 712 Evelyn Street. The case, which has been ongoing, involved issues related to plumbing and electrical work within a structure's footprint. The respondent's representative, Mr. Bob Goldman, has filed an answer and defenses, rendering a pending motion for judicial default moot. Both parties are working collaboratively on the matter, with the city requesting a continuance to June 25th to ensure proper service and address code compliance, particularly concerning electrical and plumbing safety. The court acknowledged the need to verify that all systems are shut down and set the next hearing for June 25th.