Fight It — Flat Fee, No Surprises.
Most property owners pay code violation fines without contesting them — even when the violation could be dismissed. The Code Clinic fights code violations across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach. One flat fee. We handle the hearing. You keep your property.
Tell us about your violation — we'll respond within 2 hours
From municipal notices to HOA fines to pre-closing investor clearances — The Code Clinic handles it all, flat fee.
City and county code enforcement notices for property maintenance, overgrown lots, unpermitted structures, signage, and more. We appear at Special Magistrate hearings and fight for dismissal or reduction.
Fight this violation →Your HOA must follow strict procedures before fining you. We review the notice, identify procedural defects under Fla. Stat. §720.305, send demand letters, and represent you at HOA hearings.
Fight your HOA fine →Structures, additions, or improvements built without permits can trigger serious violations. We help you navigate the permit after-the-fact process and represent you at hearings.
Get help now →Code enforcement liens can reach into the millions. We petition for dramatic reductions under Fla. Stat. §162.09(3) — we've reduced a $45,000 lien to $750 and a $4,000,000 lien to $150,000.
Reduce your lien →Open violations can kill a deal at closing. We work on expedited timelines to review, appear, and resolve violations so your transaction closes on time.
Expedite my closing →Received an adverse ruling at the Special Magistrate? You have 30 days to appeal to circuit court. We handle code enforcement appeals and protect your record.
Discuss an appeal →We made it as simple as possible. You send us the violation. We handle everything else.
Submit your violation notice through our online form or call us. Takes 2 minutes. We respond within 2 hours.
Ari reviews the notice, identifies all defenses, and gives you a flat-fee quote. No obligation, no surprises.
We file the motions, gather the evidence, and prepare the strategy. You don't have to do anything.
Ari appears at the Special Magistrate hearing and fights for dismissal, reduction, or compliance agreement.
Code enforcement officers know the system. They've been to hundreds of hearings. Most property owners show up alone, unprepared, and pay fines they didn't have to. The Code Clinic levels the playing field.
One price covers the review, preparation, and hearing. No hourly billing. No retainers. No calls that cost you money.
Many violations can be dismissed without any repairs — when the notice was defective, improperly served, or the hearing was scheduled without adequate notice.
We appear regularly before Special Magistrates in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach. We know the procedures, the standards, and what works.
Violation notices have deadlines. We respond within 2 hours during business hours and can take emergency cases with hearings days away.
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Ari Pregen, Esq.
Ari Pregen founded The Code Clinic, PLLC with one goal: to give property owners across South Florida the same advantage that large developers and corporations have always had — experienced legal representation when facing code enforcement actions.
The reality is that code enforcement officers appear at hundreds of hearings. They know the system. Most property owners show up alone, not knowing what to say or what defenses exist. Ari built The Code Clinic to change that equation — at a price point that makes professional representation accessible to every property owner, landlord, and investor.
Licensed by the Florida Bar, Ari has deep experience in code violation defense across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. He appears regularly before Special Magistrates in all three counties and handles the full spectrum of code enforcement matters — from procedural dismissals to complex lien reductions and circuit court appeals. Ari also serves as managing attorney of The Pregen Firm, a South Florida law practice. His work on behalf of South Florida property owners has been covered by CBS Miami.
Ari Pregen's work defending South Florida property owners against code enforcement has been covered by CBS Miami. Coverage references The Pregen Firm, Ari's broader South Florida law practice.
Media coverage references The Pregen Firm, Ari Pregen's broader South Florida law practice.
Our primary focus is South Florida — we know the specific procedures, magistrates, and ordinances of each county. We also accept cases statewide throughout Florida.
Miami-Dade Code Enforcement operates under Chapter 8CC of the County Code. We appear at the Miami-Dade Special Magistrate Division regularly.
Broward County Code Enforcement operates under Chapter 23.5. Each municipality within Broward has its own procedures — we know them all.
Palm Beach County's Special Magistrate hearings are governed by Chapter 162, Florida Statutes. We represent clients from Boca Raton to West Palm.
Real results for real property owners across South Florida. Testimonials are based on actual client experiences. Prospective client may not obtain the same or similar results.
"Ari was successful in getting a lien removed from my property. His knowledge of zoning and code compliance policies was helpful. His first-hand experience navigating the municipal politics and departmental procedures was particularly valuable. Ari's skills contributed directly to the efficient and effective execution of our objectives."
Prospective client may not obtain the same or similar results.
"Ari was extremely helpful resolving some issues we had with the city and code enforcement. He definitely knew the ins and outs of codes which helped to avoid significant financial penalties. He was also very responsive at all times throughout the process. Would definitely recommend and plan on using him again if needed."
Prospective client may not obtain the same or similar results.
"Many thanks to Attorney Ari Pregen for his excellent representation in what I felt were unfair code enforcement violations by the city at my house. I tried but was unable to resolve these issues on my own. Thanks to Ari's hard work and knowledge, a resolution was found that worked for the city and me — saving me quite a bit of money. I highly recommend Ari's services to anyone needing help with a code compliance issue."
Prospective client may not obtain the same or similar results.
Testimonials are based on the actual experiences of these clients. Results vary. Prospective client may not obtain the same or similar results.
Ari Pregen's work defending South Florida property owners against code enforcement has been covered by CBS Miami.
Media coverage reflects cases handled by Ari Pregen, Esq. Coverage does not constitute an endorsement by CBS Miami or CBS News.
Send us your violation notice today. We'll review it, identify your defenses, and tell you exactly what we can do — before you pay us anything.
(305) 807-2204Ari Pregen, Esq. · Florida Bar No. 94041 · Free consultations · No obligation