Development News for Port St. Lucie, Florida

732 SE Fallon Drive Cited for Unsecured Pool, Overgrowth, and Other Maintenance Issues

Code Officer Miller presented case 26-07883 concerning the property at 732 southeast fallon drive. Violations include an unsecured pool (Section 41.09b), unmaintained pool (Section 41.09b), unmaintained accessory structure (Section 41.08d), high grass and weeds over 12 inches (Section 41.08b), inoperative vehicles (Section 41.08e), storage of waste materials (Section 158.211), and overgrowth (Section 154.05c). A notice of violation was issued on May 12, 2026, with a compliance deadline of May 22, 2026. Compliance was not achieved for all violations. The city requested compliance by June 10, 2026, for most violations and by June 4, 2026, for the unsecured pool, with authorization to abate the unsecured pool and high grass/weeds at the respondent's cost. The Special Magistrate found violations related to the pool and vegetation constitute threats to public health, safety, and welfare, granting all requested relief and requiring compliance by June 4 for the pool and June 10 for other violations, with authorization to abate costs.

Property at 6869 NW Dragon Street Cited for High Grass and Overgrowth Violations

Code Officer Bender presented case 26-03844 concerning the property at 6869 northwest dragon street for violations of high grass and weeds over 12 inches (Section 41.08b) and overgrowth (Section 154.05c). A notice of violation was issued on April 17, 2026, with a compliance deadline of April 27, 2026. Compliance was not achieved, and a notice of hearing was served. The city requested an order for compliance by June 10, 2026, with authorization for the city to enter and abate the violations at the respondent's cost if compliance is not met. The Special Magistrate found the property in violation, granted the city's request, and set a June 10 compliance date with authorization to abate and assess costs.

Multiple Properties Cited for Non-Compliance; Fines and Costs Assessed

The hearing addressed several cases where respondents failed to appear after proper notice. For case 8 (26-00557, 5810 northwest fall flower court), case 9 (25-16425, 1733 souths we tamargo street), and case 10 (25-17598, 1833 southwest penrose avenue), the city requested certification of fines and assessment of administrative costs. The Special Magistrate acknowledged proper notice was given via certified mail and property posting, and that violation hearings had previously established non-compliance. The Magistrate signed the appropriate orders for these cases, implying fines and costs were awarded to the city as requested.

Roof and Structure Maintenance Case at 1108 SW Esau Avenue Continued for 90 Days

Case 25-0458 concerning the property at 1108 southwest esau avenue was continued for a violation hearing originally held on August 6, 2025. Violations included exterior roof and structure in need of maintenance (Section 41.10g, 41.10b). Compliance was ordered by February 7, 2026, but was not achieved. The city requested the imposition of a fine of $50 per day, up to a maximum of $50,000, and administrative costs of $411. The respondent, Melissa D'Francisco, appeared and explained that insurance has agreed to cover repairs, and she is obtaining multiple estimates. The hearing was continued for 90 days to September 9, 2026, to allow the respondent time to secure a contractor and proceed with repairs, with ongoing communication required with code enforcement.