Bay County's Code Magistrate Hearing on June 12, 2025, spotlighted significant code enforcement issues, particularly concerning property maintenance violations. The meeting began with a focus on case number 20250435, involving a property at 8804 Grama Avenue, located in the Southport area of unincorporated Bay County.

Catherine Ashman, the Bay County Code Enforcement Manager, presented an aerial view of the property, highlighting extensive overgrowth that had been observed by investigator Tim Justice during a patrol on February 20, 2025. Justice detailed his findings, noting that the property remained in violation despite previous notifications sent to the owner. He provided photographic evidence showing the overgrowth surrounding the mobile home, which posed potential safety and aesthetic concerns for the neighborhood.

Justice explained that a postcard was mailed to the property owner, and a notice of violation was sent via certified mail to an address in Vinmont, Alabama. The lack of response from the property owner raised concerns about compliance and the next steps for enforcement.

The meeting also included discussions about other cases, but the focus on the Grama Avenue property underscored ongoing challenges in maintaining community standards in Bay County. The Code Enforcement team is expected to continue monitoring the situation and may take further action if the property owner fails to address the violations.