Code Enforcement Magistrate

Meetings

• As needed, or quarterly.

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

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Members

Magistrates are appointed by the City Commission.

Mission

The purpose of the Code Enforcement Magistrate is to conduct hearings relating to enforcing the codes and ordinances in force in the City.

Duties

• Adopts rules for conducting a hearing.
• Hears cases and may impose fines for violations of City codes including occupational licenses, fire, building, zoning and sign ordinances.
• Orders the violator to comply with City codes or ordinances. The decisions of the Board have the force of law and can only be appealed to a circuit court for review.
• Subpoenas alleged violator and any witnesses to hearing.
• Subpoenas evidence.
• Takes testimony under oath.