A special magistrate hearing in Wellington on May 15, 2025, focused on a significant code violation case involving property owner Patrick Altador. The code compliance division presented evidence that Altador had failed to address multiple violations related to his property, despite being granted extensions and prior agreements to rectify the issues.

The magistrate confirmed that Altador had not made any progress since the last communication on April 30, 2025, and noted that the violations were negatively impacting the neighborhood. As a result, the code compliance division recommended a daily fine of $25 for each violation, starting from April 18, 2025, along with an additional cost of $48.19. This fine structure was based on the severity of the violations, the lack of corrective action taken by Altador, and the absence of any previous violations on the property.

The magistrate found that the notice of fine certification was properly served and acknowledged the stipulation entered by Altador in November 2024, which he failed to honor. A written order detailing the fines and costs will follow, ensuring that the violations continue to accrue until resolved. The hearing underscores Wellington's commitment to maintaining community standards and holding property owners accountable for compliance.