The Bay County Code Magistrate Hearing held on July 17, 2025, addressed several code enforcement cases, focusing on property violations and compliance issues. The meeting began with a review of case 20250158 concerning a property at 1826 Callahan Road. The magistrate noted that the respondent had not complied with previous orders, leading to authorization for county staff to enter the property and abate the identified violations. The costs incurred will be recorded as a lien against the property.

Next, the hearing moved to case 20243558, located at 2604 Shoreline Avenue. The property was found in violation of Bay County code due to blighted conditions. The respondent's son participated via phone, and evidence, including photographs, was presented. The magistrate ordered the respondent to bring the property into compliance within 30 days, imposing an initial fine of $200 and a daily fine of $25 for continued non-compliance. A roof permit was issued on July 10, 2025, but a follow-up inspection on July 14 revealed that the property remained in violation. The code enforcement recommended continuing the hearing until the roof permit's expiration.

The final case discussed was 20243475, concerning a property at 229 West Seventeenth Street. This property was deemed an unfit and unsafe structure, with the respondent failing to appear at the previous hearing. Evidence showed ongoing violations, including overgrowth and a partially collapsed accessory structure. The magistrate reiterated that the respondent had not complied with the order to rectify these issues and recommended that the property be abated of all violations.

In conclusion, the hearing underscored the ongoing challenges of property compliance in Bay County, with the magistrate emphasizing the need for timely action to address violations. Further hearings will be scheduled to monitor compliance and enforcement actions.