Habitual landlord cited again over unsafe rental
Summary
A long-running case on Leonard Street in Altamonte Springs alleges an unsafe, unfit and hazardous structure with imminent-danger findings and possible demolition. Neighbors nearby have a stake in whether the county forces abatement or demolition.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential demolition or abatement costs could fall on the property owner, with emergency repair costs recoverable by the county.
Neighbors of the deteriorated property, who get a safer block.
The property owner, who faces potential demolition and cost recovery.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate — November 12, 2026
A long-running case on Leonard Street in Altamonte Springs alleges an unsafe, unfit and hazardous structure with imminent-danger findings and possible demolition. Neighbors nearby have a stake in whether the county forces abatement or demolition.
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate — October 8, 2026
Several homeowners were cited for building docks, decks, sheds and fences without permits, and one landlord learned the hard way that renting rooms in a house you don't live in violates county code.
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate — July 9, 2026
BMS Holdings' Broadway rental had cracked walls, bad stairs, no smoke alarms, and electrical problems — and a tenant lived there until recently. The magistrate hit the owner with $500/day after testimony he's a repeat code offender across multiple counties.
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