Code Compliance Special Magistrate Hearing | July 1, 2026

The Code Compliance Special Magistrate Hearing for the City of West Palm Beach held on July 1, 2026, focused primarily on enforcement of city codes related to property maintenance, permits, and business licensing. Numerous cases were heard involving violations such as unpermitted fences, outdoor storage, tree abuse, overgrowth, missing rental licenses, and signage without permits. The city requested compliance deadlines ranging from 10 to 180 days, with daily fines typically set between $50 and $150 for non-compliance. Several cases involved requests for extensions, which were generally granted. A notable case involved a large unauthorized party with underage drinking and safety concerns, resulting in the city seeking and the magistrate imposing a $15,000 fine for failure to obtain a required special event permit. The hearing included acceptance of photographic and testimonial evidence and concluded with orders for compliance or fines as appropriate.