A Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing on July 17, 2025, focused on a property at 8813 Freemore Avenue, which had been a site of significant code violations. The property owner received multiple notices regarding the state of the property, including a certified notice of intent sent on March 20, indicating that cleanup work would commence on or after May 12.

During the hearing, evidence was presented showing extensive junk accumulation and overgrowth on the property. Photographs revealed appliances, household garbage, and other debris littering both the front and back yards, with some items even encroaching onto neighboring properties. A contracted cleanup company was hired, costing the county $825, and by May 14, the property had been cleared of the violations.

Despite efforts to notify the property owner, who is currently incarcerated, the final hearing notice was returned as vacant. The magistrate confirmed that proper notice had been given and recommended that the owner be ordered to pay the cleanup costs, which would become a lien against the property.

The magistrate concluded the hearing by affirming the compliance status of the property as of May 14, 2025, while maintaining the fines imposed for the violations. This case highlights ongoing efforts by Bay County to enforce property maintenance standards and address community concerns regarding nuisance properties.