# Special Magistrate Hearing (9/23/2026)

The City of Jacksonville Beach held a Special Magistrate Hearing on September 23, 2026, primarily addressing code enforcement cases involving property violations. Key procurement-related discussions centered on permit applications for a shipping container and electrical work for light poles at a residential property owned by Taylor Wright. The hearing revealed that the building department had received the permit application but had not yet completed the sufficiency review, with a deadline set for October 27, 2026, to determine if the application meets building and zoning codes. The magistrate emphasized the need for the city and the property owner to collaborate to resolve outstanding issues, including setbacks, use of the container roof, light pole heights, and compliance with local land development codes. Additionally, a separate case involving property owner Russell Cox concerned repeated violations related to parking large boats in setback areas; the case was found to be in compliance as of the hearing, but the magistrate indicated a likely repeat offender designation. No contract awards, RFPs, or budget allocations were discussed. The magistrate deferred fines and scheduled a follow-up hearing for October 28, 2026, to review permit sufficiency and compliance status.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Sources
- [Special Magistrate Hearing (9/23/2026)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_c6M6Uw0x4) - City of Jacksonville Beach