CEB_04-04-90_MinThe Code Enforcement Board of the C i t y of Longwood, F l o r i d a met
on April 4, 1990,
Present: Pat Corbin, Chairwoman
George Holleman
Jim Duncan
Gloria Latoski
Dan Mantzaris, CEB Attorney
Dawn Jackson, Recording Secretary
Cathy Price, Code Inspector
Richard Taylor, City Attorney
Chris Nagle, City Planner
Michael Abels, City Administrator
Absent: Betty MacDowell
Sondra Lomax
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:55 P.M. on April 4,
1990.
2, The secretary c a l l e d the r o l l and advised the board that Ms.
Mac Do we 1 1 and Ms. Lomax notified the secretar y that t hey
would be unable to attend the meeting.
3. Approval of Minutes: Motion by Mrs. Latoski, seconded by
Mr. Holleman to approve the minutes of February 27, 1990.
M o t i o n carried b y an unanimous roll c a l l vote.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. CEB -1051 - Behzad Khazraee d /b /a
Furniture Unlimited
Michael Schr imsher
Schrimsher Shopping Center
431 E. State Road 434
Longwood, Florida 32750
Violation of Zoning Ordinance #495,
Section 621.4A, 621.3E2, and Standard
Building Code Chapter 23, Sections
2301.1, 2301.212 and 2301.31
Mr. Mantzaris suggested swearing in all at once the
individuals planning to testify. They all stood, raised
their r i g h t hands as Mr. Taylor swore them in.
Ms. Cathy Price, Code Inspector came forward to present the
case. First she presented photographs from both the
previous and the current locations. Mr. Khazraee was
previously located on east SR 434 with the same problem. He
was served with the necessary papers to go before the board,
however he came into compliance. Shortly afterwards, he
began using the truck as a sign again. In January, 1940 he
posted a sign stating he was moving to Plaza Del Sol. As
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soon as he relocated to Plaza Del Sol the problem started,
by parking the truck as close as possible to SP 434. Ms.
Price had a conversation with Mr. Schrimsher regarding t h i s
problem. On February 12, 1990 Ms. Price sent Mr. Schrimsher
a letter to remind him of their earlier conversation. She
later, an February 15, 1990 spoke with Mr. Schrimsher again.
He assured Ms. Price that he would cooperate with the city
but the problem was not resolved at this level. Mr.
Schrimsher stated that Mr. Khazraee informed him that the
city did not have anything stating that the vehicle could
not be used as a sign. Ms. Price asked Mr. Schrimsher to
advise Mr. Khazraee that the only acceptable parking would
be on the side of the b u i l d i n g toward the rear of the
property. Mr. Schrimsher stated his concern with parking
the truck there due to an awning. Some of the pictures from
the old location showed pennants attached to the truck, and
in the evenings he placed lights to shine on the truck.
When Ms. Price advised Mr. Khazraee about parking on the
side at the rear of the property, his comment was, "No one
can see it if it's parked on the side ". Ms. Price
recommended that the board find him in violation from the
day of the Notice of Violation for the full amount of
$250.00 per day and order that he remove the truck which by
his own admission was being used as a sign.
Chris Nagle, the City Planner, explained that the City
Zoning Ordinance sign code section states that anyone
wishing to advert i ze their allowable square footage is based
on the frontage of the b u i l d i n g . Ms. Price e x p l a i n e d that
he has a sign that reads "Furniture" plus window signs in
addition to the two sides and the rear of the truck.
Mrs. Corbin reminded Mr. Khazraee that he was under oath as
he began his statement. Mr. Khazraee stated that he felt
that the City Administrator had something against his
n a t i o n a l i t y . Mr. Khazraee then tried to show the Board
pictures of other trucks with advertizing on the sides,
parked outside their businesses. After much discussion
regarding the pictures, Mr. Taylor suggested l e t t i n g Mr.
Khazraee show his pictures. After reviewing the pictures
the Board determined that all but one were either not in the
City of Longwood or were permitted signs. Mr. Khazraee
stated that about two years ago, he spoke with the
administrator and Ms. Price attended the meeting. Ms. Price
stated she did not remember any such meeting. Mr. Khazraee
questioned if the Code stated anything regarding a truck
being used as a sign. Mr. Mant z ar i s then read to Mr.
Khazraee and the board #2301.2.1.2 -- Ground sign code,, Mr.
Khazraee stated that the truck is a delivery truck not a
sign. He stated that the truck has been vandalized and due
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to that he did no t want to park the truck in the back of the
property.
Mr. Michael Schrimsher, one of the general partners of the
Schrimsher Shopping Center (Plaza Del Sol Property Manager)
took the stand. Mr. Schrimsher wanted to express his
concerns with Ms. Price's request to park on the west side
of the building. At the time this request was made,
Prudential Realty was located in the end bay and there is an
awning that extends into the parking area. Mr. Schrimsher
stated that Mr. Khazraee has a short term (6 months) lease.
This problem will be consider at the time of lease renewal.
He a l s o stated that he f e l t the truck was being used as a
sign.
Chris Ko los, a resident of Harbour Isle
his subdivision. Mr. Kolas stated that
the truck was being used as a s i g n .
concern regarding parking the truck
(Harbour Isle side) of the building. He
parking the truck on the east s i d e of the
spoke on behalf of
he definitely felt
He further stated
on the west side
suggested possibly
property.
After general discussion to determine where Mr. Khazraee
should park the truck, Mr. Duncan made the motion that the
Board find Mr. Khazraee in violation as of this date. Also
that Mr. Khazraee must park his truck on the east side at
the rear of the property in the last parking space next to
the dumpster within 24 hours. In the event that he does not
comply, he will be fine $250.00 per day from the point of
the 24 hour period. Ms. La task i seconded the motion.
Motion carried by an unanimous roll call vote. Mrs. Corbin
added to the motion that if Mr. Khazraee should move the
truck to the front of his store, to deliver furniture, he
must have the doors open, moving furniture.
H. CEB -1052 -- James Hopkins
Anne Hopkins (Mother)
192 W. Warren Avenue
Longwood, Florida 32750
Violation of zoning Ordinance ##495,
Section 601.601.3D, 601.3E, 601.3H
601.3I
Ms. Price presented the case stating that Mr. Hopkins worked
for a newspaper business. He had approximately six (6)
bright yellow paper dispensers stored behind his house, but
in full view of C i t y Hall. He was sent a Letter of
Violation advising him of the outward signs of a home
office. In order for the Hopkins to be in compliance with
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the City Code it was sugggested that he obtain a City
Occupational License which he has never had, and remove the
papers and paper racks from his property .
Mr. Hopkins did remove the paper racks upon receipt of the
Notice of Violation. It was at Mr. Hopkins request that he
go before the Board. He wanted to know if he could continue
to do his business from his home. He was not uncooperative
in any way.
Mr. Hopkins explained that the newspapers come and go, as do
the racks. He has been doing this since 1963.
Mr. Nagle explained that being in the Historic district
makes it a little confusing regarding what type of
Occupational License Mr. Hopkins should have. The Historic
district is a mixed use, primarily residential, but does
include restaurants, hotels and small retail stores. Mr.
Nagle's suggestion was for Mr. Hopkins to obtain a Home
Occupational License and comply with the regulations, which
would mean the newspapers and racks be stared in the garage.
He further stated that Mr. Hopkins should find something to
cover the garage door opening. Mr. Taylor suggested a
opaque fence to help conceal the racks and papers.
Mrs. Corbin then asked if Mr. Hopkins was "grandfathered"
in, why had he never had an occupational license? Mr.
Hopkins stated that he has never heard of anyone working as
a paper carrier having to have an occupational license.
Furthermore he is working for someone else.
After general discussion regarding if Mr. Hopkins is self
employed using his home as an office or an employee of
another business, Mr. Holleman made the motion that he is
not guilty, seconded by Mr. Duncan. Motion carried by an
unanimous roll call vote.
5, NEW BUSINESS
Mrs. Corbin questioned Ms. Price as to the status of Minit
Weld which was bought before the Board in February. Ms.
Price stated that she planned to discuss this at the next
meeting. However, he still has not come into compliance.
They did call several times and have done some work, but the
property is still in violation. Mr. Zaman did also come
into the Occupational License office to change the name and
the use of the business, however he has not returned with
the application. Mrs. Corbin asked when can we f i l e the
lien against the property. Mr. Mantzaris stated we can file
right now. He requested that the clerk take a certified
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