Special Magistrate Code Compliance - August 19, 2026

The Citrus County Government held a Special Magistrate Code Compliance hearing on August 19, 2026, focusing primarily on code violations related to property maintenance, signage, and development permits. Several cases were reviewed involving violations such as illegal billboards, accumulation of junk and debris, unpermitted site development, and excessive vegetation growth. The hearing included presentations of evidence by county code officers and testimony from property owners or their representatives. Several cases resulted in negotiated compliance periods ranging from 14 to 120 days, with daily fines imposed for non-compliance, typically between $50 and $250 per day. Notably, one case involving an alleged illegal billboard was dismissed due to insufficient evidence of violation. The hearing also addressed expired building permits and unauthorized site work, with fines and deadlines set to encourage compliance. No new contracts, procurement decisions, or budget allocations were discussed during this meeting.