The Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing held on August 13, 2025, focused on ongoing violations at a residential property owned by Anthony Wright. The meeting began with a follow-up on a previous inspection, where it was noted that significant repairs were still needed at the site. The inspector reported that the original flooring had been replaced with OSB, and there were no fire alarms present. Additionally, the mechanical systems had been removed, and the front wall was found to be rotted.

The inspector emphasized that the property owner had 30 days to comply with the order to address these violations or face a fine of $1,000. It was also stated that enforcement actions would be taken against any real property owned by the respondent if compliance was not achieved.

During the hearing, it was revealed that Wright had contacted the office on August 6, inquiring about the demolition status of the mobile home, as two other units on the property had already been demolished. He was informed that his mobile home was not scheduled for demolition at that time. A reinspection on August 8 confirmed that while a door had been installed, other issues remained unresolved, including siding problems and debris accumulation around the property.

Wright, who moved into the property in February 2025, explained that he intended to make repairs but faced challenges when a squatter broke in and removed the front door he had purchased. He expressed his intention to obtain the necessary permits for the repairs.

As of the hearing date, no engineering or application permits had been submitted by Wright. The magistrate noted the lack of communication with the actual landowner, indicating ongoing challenges in resolving the property's compliance issues. The meeting concluded with a reminder of the scheduled follow-up actions and the importance of adhering to the compliance timeline.