Hearing of Citations 8:45 AM - Code Compliance Hearings 10:00 AM- May 13 2026

The Walton County Code Compliance Hearings held on May 13, 2026, addressed multiple cases involving violations of county land development codes, including unauthorized parking, failure to clean up after bonfires, unpermitted construction, and illegal clearing of property without development approvals. Several property owners and representatives appeared to dispute or explain violations, with discussions focusing on the need for building permits, development orders, shoreline protection zone surveys, and restoration plans. The magistrate issued fines ranging from $175 to over $100,000, with many cases resulting in reduced fines contingent on compliance within specified timeframes, typically 30 to 90 days. Several cases involved requests for fine reductions, extensions for compliance deadlines, and conditions tied to upcoming variance hearings or permit approvals. Administrative fees and daily fines for non-compliance were also imposed. The hearings emphasized enforcement of land development regulations and coordination with planning and building departments to ensure properties are brought into compliance.