The Fort Pierce Special Magistrate Hearing held on August 6, 2025, focused on addressing nuisance violations at two properties in the city. The meeting highlighted ongoing concerns regarding property maintenance and compliance with local ordinances.

In the first case, the magistrate discussed a property with overgrown trees and untrimmed grass. Despite receiving a notice from code enforcement, the property owner failed to attend the hearing. The magistrate determined that a nuisance condition existed, posing a threat to public health and safety. The owner was given seven days to address the violations, which include trimming trees and cutting grass. Failure to comply will result in a daily fine of $100 until the issues are resolved. The city will also take necessary steps to abate the nuisance, with costs charged to the property owner.

The second case involved a lot clearing violation at a property owned by Associates Investment Group LLC and Indian River Investments LLC. The property was found to be non-compliant with landscape requirements, as only a portion of the area had been cleared. Similar to the first case, the property owner was not present, and the magistrate ruled that a nuisance condition existed. The owner has seven days to comply with the city's requirements, or face the same $100 daily fine for continued violations.

Both cases underscore the city's commitment to maintaining community standards and ensuring public safety through enforcement of property maintenance regulations. Property owners have 30 days to appeal the orders issued during the hearing.