The Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing held on May 15, 2025, focused on compliance issues regarding property at 9313 Jody Lane, Youngstown, Florida. The hearing addressed ongoing violations related to the storage of vehicles and construction materials on a vacant residential lot, which is not permitted under local regulations.

Code enforcement officials reported that the property had been under scrutiny since early 2023, with multiple inspections revealing persistent violations. Despite a permit for an accessory structure being issued in March 2023, the permit expired in September 2024 without the necessary inspections being completed. The property owner, David Toole, acknowledged the violations and expressed his intention to comply, citing personal challenges including health issues and financial constraints.

During the hearing, Toole explained that he had been working on the property as his circumstances allowed, but had difficulty keeping track of permits and compliance requirements due to a brain injury. He indicated that he was in the process of clearing the property and intended to live there eventually.

The magistrate proposed a compliance timeline, granting Toole 30 days to remove all vehicles, trailers, and unpermitted structures unless he successfully renewed his permit within 10 days. If compliance was not achieved, fines would be imposed, potentially leading to liens on the property.

The hearing concluded with a commitment from both the code enforcement team and Toole to work together towards resolving the compliance issues, emphasizing the importance of communication and support throughout the process. The next hearing is scheduled for June 19, 2025, to review progress on the property.