Board of Supervisors Tues Mtg 05-19-26 · Code Enforcement Actions

The County of Lake Board of Supervisors held a code enforcement hearing on May 19, 2026, regarding violations at a property owned by Michael G. Burns located at 19355 South State Highway 29 in Middletown. The violations included unpermitted structures, occupation of RVs and vehicles, inoperable vehicles, disorderly storage, and garbage accumulation, all contrary to rural land zoning regulations. Staff recommended upholding the notice of nuisance and order to abate, with a 30-day voluntary abatement period and authorization for staff to abate if necessary, charging costs to the property. However, the board acknowledged that the cleanup would require more time and discussed developing a legally enforceable compliance plan with a longer timeline. The board directed staff to work with the property owner on a compliance agreement, including a pre-application for a use permit and possible bond posting to secure abatement costs. The hearing was continued to July 14, 2026, to review the compliance plan and related land use designation issues. Environmental concerns, including groundwater contamination and the need for environmental studies as part of any future use permit, were also discussed. No immediate contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but the board focused on establishing a framework for compliance and potential future permitting.