Sec. 9-280 (vacant structures), Sec. 9-281 (exterior property areas), Sec. 9-287 (exterior of structure), and Sec. 9-288 (tarps) define Kissimmee's property-maintenance standards. Tarps over damaged structures are limited to 180 days unless extended by the designated official.
Sec. 9-280 covers vacant structures requirements: secured against unauthorized entry, free of hazards, and registered with the city if vacant 90+ days. Sec. 9-281 requires exterior property areas to be free of accumulations, weeds, debris. Sec. 9-287 governs exterior structure maintenance: weather-tight, structurally sound, paint not peeling, no broken windows. Sec. 9-288 limits tarps on damaged structures to 180 days maximum unless the designated official extends — a critical post-hurricane provision. Sec. 9-284 covers junk and trash accumulation, including refrigerators which must have refrigerant and doors legally removed before disposal per Sec. 32-67(5)e.
Sec. 1-22(b)(1) — $100 junk/debris/abandoned property. Sec. 1-22(b)(26) — $100 for residential minimum-maintenance violations not otherwise listed. Code Enforcement Board: $250/day first, $500/day repeat per F.S. Ch. 162.
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