Probable Cause Panel Meeting
January 27, 2010
NOTE: To obtain additional information on the cases listed below, the web address is www.MyFloridaLicense.com then click on “For Consumers.” If you want to obtain a copy of the final order/action from the main web address you can click on Request Public Records and send an e-mail request to the Agency Clerk’s Office.
Michelle Angelo
MLA Designs, Inc.
Case No. 2009-040909
Probable cause was found that Michele Angelo of Manitou Springs, Co., is practicing interior design in Florida with an expired license. The firm, MLA Designs, Inc., is offering interior design services under a corporate or fictitious entity without a certificate of authorization. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
Architex Design, Inc.
Terry L. Lessard
Case No. 2009-034009
Probable cause was found that Architex Design, Inc. and Terry L. Lessard of Delray Beach, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services. A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Lessard sign an affidavit stating he will not offer architectural services until properly licensed. If Mr. Lessard fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
Raja Buchanan
Buchanan P.E. Consulting, Inc.
Case No. 2009-054083
Probable cause was found that Raja Buchanan and Buchanan P.E. Consulting, Inc. of Margate, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture or interior design in Florida and is an engineering firm that is offering architectural services and interior design services without a licensed architect, a licensed interior designer, or a certificate of authorization. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
C. Brett Carter Enterprises
Brett Carter
Case No. 2009-008472
Probable cause was found that C. Brett Carter Enterprises and Brett Carter of Fernandina Beach, FL, are not licensed to practice interior design in Florida and are offering commercial interior design services. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed and a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist will be issued.
George Coon
George Coon, Inc.
Case No. 2009-018269
Probable cause was found that George Coon, Inc. and George Coon of Apalachicola, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services and prepared initial drawings for the renovation of the Holy Family School. A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Coon sign an affidavit stating he will not offer architectural services until properly licensed. If Mr. Coon fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
CPS, Inc.
William E. Allison
Case No. 2009-041623
Probable cause was found that CPS, Inc. and William E. Allison of Tallahassee, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and entered into a contract to provide architectural services for a commercial project. Further, Mr. Allison is offering these services through a corporation without a certificate of authorization. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
LYC Architectural Designs
Lizardo M. Cesti
Case No. 2009-034107
Probable cause was found that LYC Architectural Designs and Lizardo M. Cesti of West Palm Beach, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services. A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Cesti sign an affidavit stating he will not offer architectural services until properly licensed. If Mr. Cesti fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
Mel Percy
Architectural Drafting & Residential Design
Case No. 2009-034935
Probable cause was found that Mel Percy and Architectural Drafting & Residential Design of Lake Wales, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services. A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Percy sign an affidavit stating he will not offer architectural services until properly licensed. If Mr. Percy fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
SW3 Consultants, Inc.
Cheree Roberts
Case No. 2009-034683
Probable cause was found that SW3 Consultants, Inc. and Cheree Roberts of Fort Lauderdale, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and for a residential project and is using the title “Architect”. Further, Ms. Roberts is offering these services through a corporation without a corporation of authorization. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed and a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist will be issued.
Vernon J. Thompson
Case No. 2007-027108
Probable cause was found that Vernon J. Thompson of Apopka, FL, is not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and held himself out as an architect at a meeting of the City Commission. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.
James W. Jones
Case No. 2009-041613
Probable cause was found that James W. Jones of Tallahassee, Florida, a Florida licensed architect, signed and sealed plans for a commercial that were prepared by an unlicensed draftsman. Further, Mr. Jones has been unable to provide the proper documentation for signing and sealing drawings prepared outside of his office. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.
James W. Jones
Case No. 2009-041613
Probable cause was found that James W. Jones of Tallahassee, Florida, a Florida licensed architect, signed and sealed plans for a commercial that were prepared by an unlicensed draftsman. Further, Mr. Jones has been unable to provide the proper documentation for signing and sealing drawings prepared outside of his office. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.
Jamie Ledo
Case No. 2008-038499
Probable cause was found that Jamie Ledo of Tallahassee, FL, is a Florida licensed architect, affirmed at renewal that he had completed the required hours. Mr. Ledo was chosen for the audit and has provided only 2 hours of continuing education during the audit period. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.
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