A Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing on August 13, 2025, highlighted urgent concerns over unsafe structures and the need for compliance with demolition regulations. The meeting focused on a property at 9104 North Silver Lake Avenue, where the owner, represented by attorney Miss Smallwood, faced scrutiny for failing to adequately address safety violations.

The magistrate emphasized the necessity of obtaining a demolition permit before any further work could be done on the property. The owner had previously begun removing parts of the structure but had not completed the required safety measures, such as installing railings on the second-floor deck. The magistrate ordered that all remaining structures must be removed, and any unauthorized constructions exceeding size limits must be properly permitted.

The timeline for compliance is tight, with a pre-bid inspection scheduled for August 27, followed by potential demolition work starting on or after September 15. The magistrate warned that if the owner does not meet these deadlines, the county would step in to abate the violations, with costs incurred becoming a lien on the property.

This case underscores the county's commitment to ensuring public safety and adherence to building codes, as well as the importance of timely action by property owners to avoid further legal and financial repercussions.