The Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing held on August 13, 2025, addressed several property compliance issues, focusing on violations of local codes. The meeting began with a review of a property located at 213 El Repozzo Place. The magistrate presented evidence, including photographs, indicating that the property was in violation of code provisions regarding unscreened personal property. The magistrate noted that a previous order had directed the property owner to remove the unscreened items, which had not been complied with. As a result, the magistrate ruled that the costs associated with abating these violations would become a lien on the property, along with any fines imposed. The county is authorized to collect these costs under the Uniform Assessment Collection Act.

Following this discussion, the meeting moved to item K on the agenda, concerning a property at 1234 Northeast Avenue. Investigator Robert Clarkson from Fayette County code enforcement presented this case as a continuation of a compliance hearing that began on July 16. During the initial hearing, the property was found in violation of Bay County Land Development codes related to fence heights and allowable uses in a commercial zone. Photographs and affidavits were submitted as evidence, which were previously introduced in the July hearing.

The meeting concluded with the magistrate indicating that a copy of the order regarding the El Repozzo Place property would be provided to the involved parties. The proceedings highlighted the ongoing efforts of Bay County to enforce compliance with local property codes and ensure community standards are maintained.