Is there a reason the Code Enforcement Division can resolve complaints immediately?
Yes: The answer is due process of law. All Code Enforcement offices throughout the state must abide by the rules and processes prescribed in Florida Statute 162. This statute provides for due process of notification, reasonable time to comply, a hearing process, and penalties for non-compliance. The City of Sunrise utilizes a Special Master who hears cases on a monthly basis and has the power to assess fines for non-compliance. In all cases, the Code Enforcement Division is committed to assisting violators in resolving problems in a timely manner. In cases of public nuisance, Notices to Appear in Civil Court may be issued immediately, but may not be heard by a Court Judge for 45 to 60 days.
