Code inspections, months-long delays and fines are causing frustrations for some residents of Lauderdale Lakes.
CBS News Miami investigated the matter and uncovered budgeted plans to raise revenue through code enforcement as taxpayers fight six-figure liens caused by code compliance delays.
“It’s shocking,” attorney Ari Pregen, who represents three taxpayers facing liens, said.
Fines to generate revenue
In the city’s adopted budget for fiscal year 2025, the Lauderdale Lakes city manager said “revenues that support specific activities remained flat,” the document said…