Agenda 06/23/2009 Item #10A
Agenda Item No. 10A
June 23, 2009
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation that the Board of County Commissioners approve a resolution
establishing the Foreclosed and Abandoned Home Code Inspection Program
Administrative Policy Manual providing definitions and applicability, and establishing
regulatory guidelines and requirements consistent with the Mandatory Code Inspection of
Foreclosed and Abandoned Homes Ordinance.
OBJECTIVE: That the Board of County Commissioners (Board) approve a resolution
establishing the Foreclosed and Abandoned Home Code Inspection Program Administrative
Policy Manual providing definitions and applicability, and establishing regulatory guidelines and
requirements consistent with the Mandatory Code Inspection of Foreclosed and Abandoned
Homes Ordinance.
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CONSIDERA TIONS: At the May 26, 2009 BCC meeting, under Agenda Item #10J, staff,
based on input from several interested organizations and constituents within the community,
presented to the Board a proposal whether to implement a mandatory code inspection of vacant
and foreclosed residential properties and Certificate of Inspection program, prior to sale, within
the unincorporated area of Collier County and to document and disclose to the buyers the extent
to which the residential properties (i.e. single-family, condominium, townhouse, or duplex),
comply with all applicable building codes and zoning codes, and to seek guidance whether to
implement a voluntary or mandatory code inspection of the residential properties prior to sale.
At the conclusion of that presentation the Board directed staff to retum with an ordinance to
implement a mandatory inspection program for abandoned and foreclosed residential properties
and to create a process to have the inspections performed by the certified inspectors from the
private sector.
The purpose of the inspection program is to document and disclose to the potential buyer the
extent to which residential properties (i.e. single-family, condominiwn, townhouse, or duplex)
comply with all applicable building codes primarily related to health and safety issues created
through the lack of proper pemlitting of major additions and/or intemal modifications. The
inspection process is to be conducted by a state or county licensed contractor, licensed building
inspector, or licensed or registered design professional that are required to comply with the
Florida Building Code and that are licensed under part XII or XV of chapter 468, chapter 471,
chapter 481, or chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes and said Inspector, Contractor, Engineer, or
Architect is subsequently required to prepare an Inspection Report, and to provide such report to
any prospective purchaser, with a copy filed with Collier County. Until such time as Part XV of
chapter 468 is in effect, it is acceptable for these inspections to be performed by a certified Home
Inspector.
In accordance with the "Mandatory Code Inspection of Foreclosed and Abandoned Homes
Ordinance, the "Foreclosed and Abandoned Home Code Inspection Program Administrative
Policy Manual" shall be created and approved via Resolution of the Board for the
implementation, enforcement and regulation of inspection program within the unincorporated
area of Collier County.
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FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with the approval of the
Administrative manual. Required fees to cover the administrative costs incurred by the county to
implement and enforce the ordinance will be addressed through the approval of a resolution to
revise the CDES fee schedule.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The proposed resolution was prepared by the County
Attorney's Office and is legally sufficient for Board action. This item is not quasi-judicial, and as
such, ex parte disclosure is not required. This matter requires a simple majority vote only. -JW
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMP ACT: None.
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the attached resolution establishing regulatory
guidelines and requirements consistent with the Mandatory Code Inspection of Foreclosed and
Abandoned Homes Ordinance.
PREPARED BY: Joe Schmitt, Administrator, CDES
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Item Number:
Item Summary:
Meeting Date:
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COLLIER COUNTY
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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This item to be heard after Item SA. Recommendation that the Board of County
Commissioners approves a resolution establishing the Foreclosed and Abandoned Home
Code Inspection Program Administrative Policy Manual providing definitions and applicability,
and establishing regulatory gUidelines and requirements consistent with the Mandatory Code
Inspection of Foreclosed and Abandoned Homes Ordinance. (Joseph K. Schmitt,
Administrator. COES) (Companion to Items SA and 1 DB.)
6/23/2009 90000 AM
Prepared By
Joseph K. Schmitt
Community Development &
Environmental Services
Community Development &
Environmental Services Adminstrator
Date
Community Development &
Environmental Services Admin.
6/101200911:39:10 AM
Approved By
Date
Judy Puig
Community Development &
Environmental Services
Operations Analyst
Community Development &
Environmental Services Admin.
6/11/20099:34 AM
Approved By
Joseph K. Schmitt
Community Development &
Environmental Services
Community Development &
Environmental Services Adminstrator
Date
Community Development &
Environmental Services Admin.
6/11/2009 11 :32 AM
Approved By
Date
Jeff Wright
County Attorney
Assistant County Attorney
County Attorney Office
6/11/200912:19 PM
Approved By
Diane B. Flagg
Community Development &
Environmental Services
Code Enforcement Director
Date
Code Enforcement
6/11/20093:41 PM
Approved By
Jeff Klatzkow
County Attorney
County Attorney
County Attorney Office
Date
6/1512009 1 :58 PM
Date
Approved By
OMB Coordinator
County Manager's Office
OMB Coordinator
Office of Management & Budget
6/15/2009 2:33 PM
Approved By
Mark Isackson
County Manager's Office
Budget Analyst
Office of Management & Budget
Date
6/15/20094:21 PM
Approved By
Leo E. Ochs, Jr.
Board of County
Deputy County Manager
Date
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(Exhibit A)
Collier County
Foreclosed and Abandoned Homes
Code Inspection Program
Administrative Policy Manual
June 23, 2009
Version 1.0
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SECTION ONE:
RULES FOR GENERAL APPLICATION
The subsequent rules listed are for the general application of the abandoned and foreclosed
residential inspection program and are subject to changes and modifications, as permitted by law
and as determined appropriate by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners. These
rules are supplementary to the Mandatory Code Inspection of Foreclosed and Abandoned Homes
Ordinance.
SECTION TWO:
DEFINITIONS
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in the article, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning.
"County Manager or his /her designee" means County staff designees of the County Manager
except where the context logically prohibits such inclusion.
"Abandoned and Foreclosed Property" means residential property that has been acquired through
foreclosure, and which, based on conditions present at the property, would lead a reasonable
person to believe that the property is vacant and abandoned. Such conditions may include, but
are not limited to, failure to maintain the property, existence of overgrown and/or dead
vegetation, accumulation of abandoned personal property, accumulation of litter or debris,
structural deterioration, lack of any occupants, and statements by neighbors, passers-by, delivery
agents, or government agents, among other evidence, indicating that the property is vacant and
abandoned.
SECTION THREE: PROGRAM PURPOSE
The purpose of the inspection program is to document and disclose to the potential buyer the
extent to which residential properties (i.e. single-family, condominium, townhouse, or duplex)
comply with all applicable building codes primarily related to health and safety issues created
through the lack of proper permitting of major additions and/or internal modifications. The
inspection program intends to identify significant housing, building and zoning code violations
and promote improved quality of life for new residents as well as vibrant and desirable
communities. The inspection process is to be conducted by a State- or County-licensed
contractor, licensed building inspector, or licensed or registered design professionals that are
required to comply with the Florida Building Code and that are licensed under Part XII or XV of
Chapter 468, Chapter 471, Chapter 481, or Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes and said
Inspector, Contractor, Engineer, or Architect is subsequently required to prepare a Disclosure
and Findings Report, obtain a Certificate of Inspection from the County Manager or designee
and to record the Certificate of Inspection and Disclosure and Findings Report with the Collier
County Clerk of Courts. A copy of the Disclosure and Findings Report and Certificate of
Inspection will also be provided to any prospective purchaser. Until such time as Part XV of
Chapter 468 is in effect, it is acceptable for these inspections to be performed by a certified
Home Inspector.
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The Disclosure and Findings Report will identify building and zoning code violations based on
research of permit files, the property record and an on-site inspection, the zoning of the property,
and any variances or zoning resolutions applicable to the property. A copy ofthe Disclosure and
Findings Report will be forwarded to the Code Enforcement Department as customary with any
violation, and ample time will be allowed to abate the violation(s). It is not the intent of this
program to prohibit the actual transfer of property from the buyer to the seller. It is up to either
party to determine whether the violations will be abated by removal of the violation or through
proper permitting pursuant to existing codes and ordinances, and whether those violations will be
corrected prior to or after closing.
SECTION FOUR:
PROPERTIES AFFECTED
A Disclosure and Findings Report and Certificate of Inspection is required to be obtained by the
seller or their authorized agent and provided to buyers prior to closing on all foreclosed and
abandoned residential properties within the unincorporated areas of Collier County. Properties
otherwise subject to this Chapter that have been recently constructed and are being sold to
individual consumers for the first time are hereby exempt from this program.
SECTION FIVE:
ITEMS COVERED BY THIS PROGRAM
The report shall consist of the fo llowing:
( 1) A check of all building permit records;
(2) An inspection of the exterior of the property;
(3) An inspection of the interior of all accessory structures on the property;
(4) An inspection of the interior condition of the unites) when the inspector
determines that there is reasonable cause to inspect the interior due to the probability of zoning,
building, health or safety violations, or upon request of the owner.
The report shall identify the following:
(1) Zoning code violations;
(2) Building and Permitting code violations;
(3) Health and safety violations.
Major violations shall be corrected within sixty (60) days or as determined by the Code
Enforcement Investigator when a code case is opened pursuant to established procedures.
SECTION SIX: DISCLOSURE AND FINDINGS FORM
At a minimum, inspections will be conducted per the attached inspection "Disclosure and
Findings Report."
The report must be completed by a State or County-licensed contractor, licensed building
inspector, or licensed or registered design professional that are required to comply with the
Florida Building Code and that are licensed under Part XII or XV of Chapter 468, Chapter 471,
Chapter 481, or Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes and 3 copies shall be submitted to the
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BUILDING REVIEW AND PERMITTING DEPARTMENT LOCATED AT 2800 NORTH
HORSESHOE DRIVE, NAPLES, FLORIDA, 34104. Until such time as Part XV of Chapter
468 is in effect, it is acceptable for these inspections to be performed by a certified Home
Inspector. An as-built survey must be attached to the report.
The Disclosure and Findings Report and Certificate of Inspection must be recorded with the
Collier County Clerk of Courts by the Inspector.
Note: the Disclosure and Findings Report form requires a zoning review and it will be up to the
inspector to obtain the review before filing the report with the County. If the form is not
completed thoroughly, the Certificate of Inspection will not be issued by the Building
Department until the review is completed.
Copies of the Disclosure and Findings Report will be filed in the property permit file with one
copy to the Building Review and Permitting Department and one copy to the Code Enforcement
Department for the recording of any and all violation(s).
SECTION SEVEN: FEES
The fees for the processing of applications, issuance of reports, and issuance of permits, if
required, pursuant to this program shall be as set forth by resolution to amend the Community
Development and Environmental Services Fee Schedule approved by the Board of County
Commissioners.
SECTION EIGHT: DISCLAIMER
In issuing the Certificate of Inspection, the County does not thereby insure, warrant or guarantee
to the holder thereof, or his or her assignees, or any other interested party that such certificate
contains all of the violations of the codified Ordinances of the County. The purpose of such
certificate shall be to inform prospective purchasers of known violations on a given property at
the time the inspection is made.
The housing violations listed in the inspection report, if any, are found upon general inspection.
Collier County assumes no liability or responsibility for failure to report violations that may
exist, and makes no guarantee whatsoever, since there may be further violations which were not
detected, which may arise in the future, or which may only be determined by a licensed
electrician, plumber, engineer or other specialist at the expense of the person desiring such an
inspection.
The County does not thereby insure, warrant or guarantee the quality of repair or the standard of
work completed in the correction of violations listed on the Disclosure and Findings Report.
This document shall be construed only as a statement by the inspection service of noted
deficiencies. The County does not represent or warrant that the information contained in the
report will always be complete and accurate, and all persons receiving the report should
independently verify the information contained therein.
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DISCLOSURE AND FINDINGS REPORT FOR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES ACQUIRED
THROUGH CERTIFICATE OF TITLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ORDINANCE NO.
THIS REPORT MUST BE COMPLETED BY A STATE OR COUNTY LICENSED CONTRACTOR, LICENSED
BUILDING INSPECTOR, LICENSED OR REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL THAT ARE REQUIRED TO
COMPLY WITH THE FLORIDA BUILDING CODE AND THAT ARE LICENSED UNDER PART XII OR XV OF
CHAPTER 468, CHAPTER 471, CHAPTER 481, OR CHAPTER 489 OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES, OR CERTIFIED
HOME INSPECTOR, AND SUBMITTED TO THE BUILDIt.IG REVIEW AND PERMITTING DEPARTMENT LOCATED
AT 2800 NORTH HORSESHOE DRIVE, NAPLES, FLORIDA, 34104. UNTIL SUCH TIME AS PART XV IS IN
EFFECT, IT IS ACCEPTABLE FOR THE INSPECTIONS TO BE PERFORMED BY A CERTIFIED HOME
INSPECTOR. AN AS-BUILT SURVEY MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE REPORT. (FOR CONDO UNIT, SUBMIT
ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: FLOOR PLAN OR ELEVATION PLAN TO INCLUDE PATIO/BALCONY AREA OR
PHOTO OF PATIO/BALCONY AREA). THE REPORT MUST BE RECORDED WITH THE COLLIER COUNTY
CLERK OF THE COURTS FOLLOWING ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION. THE DISCLOSURE
AND FINDING REPORT AND CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION WILL BE RECORDED WITH THE COLLIER
COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS.
The structural, electrical,
mechanical, plumbing and gas
system items have been reported
based upon visual inspection and
to the best of my knowledge, belief
and professional judgment.
PREPARED DATE:
INSPECTION REPORT PREPARED BY:
PRINT NAME:
REGISTRATION NUMBER:
MAILING ADDRESS:
PROPERTY FOLIO NUMBER:
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
EMAIL:
Signature and Seal or License No.
a. Name on Title:
b. Property Address:
c. Legal Description:
d. Owner's Name:
e. Owner's Mailing Address:
f. Folio Number of Property:
g. Present Use (circle one): SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE, DUPLEX, CONDO UNIT, TOWNHOUSE
h. General Description of Property/Structure: Type of Construction, Square Footage, Number of Stories, and
Special Features...
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Zonina
1. ZONING CLASSIFICATION
Zoning District: Number of Living Units:
Unit(s) Subdivided into other living quarters Yes () No ( )
Guesthouse Yes () No ( )
Where a guesthouse is an allowable use, it shall be permitted only in compliance with the following
standards:
A. No guest accommodation facility in a single-family residential district, whether a freestanding
guest house or guest accommodations which are structurally integrated with the main dwelling,
may be utilized for commercial purposes.
B. Leasing or renting a guest accommodation facility shall constitute a violation of this LDC.
C. If a main residence is leased or rented, a guest accommodation facility accessory to it may not
be occupied by the property owner, since that would constitute the unlawful utilization of single-
family zoned property for two-family dwelling purposes.
Comments:
2. RESOLUTIONS, VARIANCES AND/OR ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENTS
Are there any existing Resolution(s) or Administrative Adjustment(s)? Yes ( No (
If yes; does the property meet all condition(s)? Yes ( No (
Comments (Note: resolution numbers or administrative variance/adjustment):
Buildina Codes
1. STRUCTURAL
Additions, alterations including patio or balcony enclosures, or accessory structures that are not
compliant with any building code enforced in Collier County. The inspector must compare verify the
square footage under air as recorded on the Collier County Property Appraiser's Property Card with
the existing structure to determine if there are any additions that and if those additions were properly
permitted.
Square Foot under air:
Property Card:
Permit Records:
Unpermitted Additions:
DYes 0 No
(If yes, will be referred to Code Enforcement Department for possible enforcement action)
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If yes is checked, describe:
2. PRESENT CONDITION OF STRUCTURE (If any items marked yes, will be referred to Building
Department for possible enforcement action)
1. Bulging 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
2. Settlement 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair.
3. Deflection 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
4. Cracking 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
5. Spalling 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
6. Termite infestation 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
7. Rotten Wood 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
8. Rusted Steel Members 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
9. Other Unsafe Conditions 0 Yes 0 No If yes, identify location and cost of repair:
3. WINDOWS AND DOORS Condition: Good ( ) Fair( ) Repairs Required ( )
Comments:
4. ROOF SYSTEM
Good (
DYes 0 No
Raised Seem Metal ( ) Shingles ( )
Fair ( ) Repairs Required (
If yes, indicates where:
1. Type of Roof:
2. Describe roof condition:
3. Water Leaks
4. Comments:
Tile ( )
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
1. ELECTRICAL SERVICE (If repairs are required, will be referred to Building Department for possible
enforcement action)
1. Size:
2. Condition:
3. Comments:
Amperage (
Good ( )
Fuses (
Fair ( )
Breakers ( )
Repairs Required ( )
2. ELECTRICAL SERVICE (If repairs are required, will be referred to Building Department for possible
enforcement action)
1. Panel # (
2. Panel # (
3. Panel # (
Location:
Location:
Location:
Good ( )
Good ( )
Good ( )
Repairs Required (
Repairs Required (
Repairs Required (
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4. Comments:
3. BRANCH CIRCUITS I WIRING DEVICES
1. Identified:
2. Conductors:
3. Wiring Devices:
4. Comments:
Yes ( )
Good ( )Fair (
Good ( )
Must be identified ( )
Must be replaced ( )
Fair ( ) Must be replaced ( )
4. GROUNDING OF SERVICE (If repairs are required, will be referred to the Building Department for possible
enforcement action)
Condition: Good ( ) Fair ( ) Repairs Required ( )
Comments:
5. SERVICE CONDUITS/RACEWA YS
Condition:
Comments:
Good ( )
Fair ( )
Repairs Required ( )
PLUMBING & GAS SYSTEMS
1. WATER SERVICE (check all that apply)
D County
DWell
D Other
Comments:
2. METER AND WATER SERVICE CONNECTION
Condition:
Good ( )
Fair ( )
Repairs Required ( )
Comments:
3. SEWER SERVICE
D County
D Septic Tank
Comments:
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Condition:
Comments:
Good ( )
4. SEWER CONNECTION OR SEPTIC TANK CONNECTION
Repairs Required ( )
Fair ( )
5. GAS SERVICES (If repairs are required, will be referred to the Building Department for possible
enforcement action)
DYes D No
If yes Good () Fair ( ) Repairs Required ( )
Comments:
6. PLUMBING FIXTURES
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Good ( )
Good ( )
Comments:
7. PLUMBING APPLIANCES
Kitchen
Water Heater
Garbage Disposal
Dishwasher (if installed)
Washer/Dryer (if installed)
Comments:
MECHANICAL SYSTEM
Fair ( )
Fair ( )
Good ( )
Good ( )
Good ( )
Good ( )
Good ( )
Repair or Replace ( )
Repair or Replace ( )
Fair ( )
Fair ( )
Fair ( )
Fair ( )
Fair ( )
Repair or Replace ( )
Repair or Replace ( )
Repair or Replace ( )
Repair or Replace ( )
Repair or Replace ( )
1. AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING SYSTEM (If repairs are required, will be referred to the Building
Department for possible enforcement action)
Equipment:
Comments:
Good ( )
Duct Work:
Comments:
Good ( )
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Fair ( )
Fair ( )
Repairs Required ( )
Repairs Required ( )
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NOTICE
In issuing the certificate of inspection, the County does not thereby insure, warrant or guarantee to the holder thereof, or
his or her assignees, or any other interested party that such certificate contains all of the violations of the Codified
Ordinances of the County. The purpose of such certificate shall be to confirm receipt of a complete, recorded inspection
report relating to known violations on a given property at the time the inspection is made. The housing violations listed in
the inspection report, if any, are found upon general inspection. Collier County assumes no liability or responsibility for
failure to report violations that may exist. and makes no guarantee whatsoever, since there may be further violations
which were not detected, which may arise in the future, or which may only be determined by a licensed electrician,
plumber, engineer or other specialist at the expense of the person desiring such an inspection. The county does not
thereby insure, warrant or guarantee the quality of repair or the standard of work completed in the correction of violations
listed on the inspection report. This document shall be construed only as a statement by the inspection service that some
or all of the violations listed on this inspection report will be or have been corrected to the county's satisfaction.
I hereby request a general certificate of inspection at the above mentioned property and agree to
adhere to all rules, regulations and fees of said inspection as required by the Codified Ordinances
of Collier County, Florida.
This report WILL BE filed and recorded with the Collier County Clerk of Courts within as required:
Yes ( ) No ( )
*AGENTS SIGNING FOR OWNERS (P.O.A.'s & realtors for bank owned property) must submit written
authorization from the property owner when submitting an application.
Property Owner - Sign Name
Print Name
Date
Certificate of Inspection
This certifies that a signed and completed home inspection has been conducted for the property
located at (address) per Ordinance _ and by
signature below the Building Official and/or designee has accepted this report to be filed with the
permitting file for this property and violations will be reported to the Code Enforcement Department
for appropriate action. Major violations shall be corrected within sixty (60) days unless a serious
threat to health and/or safety are observed, in which case, correction of such major violations shall
be expedited. The County Manager or his designee shall have discretion to determine all deadlines
to complete major violations which threaten health and/or safety based on the seriousness of the
threat. Permits to correct major violations may be necessary and are subject to the applicable fees
as defined in the Community Development and Environmental Services (CDES) Fee Schedule.
(Signature of Building Official of designee)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2009-_
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING AN ADMINISTRATIVE
POLICY MANUAL PROVIDING DEFINITIONS AND APPLICABILITY
AND ESTABLISHING REGULATORY GUIDELINES AND
REQUIREMENTS CONSISTENT WITH ORDINANCE NO. 2009-_,
THE MANDATORY CODE INSPECTION OF FORECLOSED AND
ABANDONED HOMES ORDINANCE.
WHEREAS, on June 23, 2009, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) adopted
Ordinance No. 2009- , entitled the "Mandatory Code Inspection of ForecIosed and Abandoned
Homes Ordinance" to address the potential threat to the health, safety and welfare of Collier
County citizens and the detrimental effect on property values caused by abandoned and
foreclosed residences that have fallen into substantial violation of current building codes and
permitting and zoning regulations; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No 2009-_ requires owners of abandoned residential property
who have acquired title to said property through foreclosure, or through a deed in lieu of
foreclosure, to obtain inspections relating to the property's compliance with applicable building
codes and permitting and zoning regulations, and to disclose the results of the inspection prior to
subsequent sale; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2009-_ also provides that an Administrative Manual shall
be created and approved by Resolution of the Board to be utilized by County staff in processing
Inspection Reports, issuing Certificates of Inspection, and any further implementation of this
code inspection program for foreclosed and abandoned homes; and
WHEREAS, future amendments to the above-referenced Administrative Manual may be
made by Resolution of the Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that
The Board of County Commissioners hereby adopts the Collier County Foreclosed and
Abandoned Homes Code Inspection Program Administrative Policy Manual, as shown in Exhibit
A to this Resolution, and incorporates same as if fully set forth herein, and authorizes the use of
the guidelines and procedures contained within the Administrative Manual by County staff.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the attached Administrative Manual shall be
regularly reviewed by County staff and may be brought forth from time to time for the
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incorporation of corrective changes and improvement to its content which shall be presented for
adoption by Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners.
THIS RESOLUTION ADOPTED after motion, second and majority vote favoring same,
this _ day of ,2009.
ATTEST:
DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK
By:
Approved as to form
and legal sufficiency:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By:
DONNA FIALA, CHAIRMAN
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