Special Magistrate Hearing - 07/01/2026

The Special Magistrate Hearing for the City of North Miami held on July 1, 2026, focused primarily on code enforcement cases involving property violations such as construction without permits, unsafe structures, business tax receipt issues, and failure to comply with city regulations. Several cases involved property owners who had not obtained required permits for construction or renovations, with magistrate rulings including abatement deadlines, daily fines ranging from $250 to $500, and cost assessments of $100 per case. Extensions of 30 to 60 days were granted in some cases to allow property owners to come into compliance, often contingent on securing necessary permits or addressing safety concerns. The hearing also addressed liens on properties affecting owners' ability to finance repairs or demolitions, though the magistrate noted that lien removal was outside the scope of the hearing. Overall, the meeting involved adjudications, fine ratifications, and setting of abatement dates to enforce city codes and ensure compliance with permitting and safety requirements.