Topic: Capital City Auto Parts

Rob Armand, owner of Capital City Auto Parts in South Austin, faces a $1,500 fine after cutting down over 100 protected cedar trees without a city permit. Armand claims the trees provided cover for homeless individuals who frequently burglarized his business over a 28-year period. City investigators discovered the clearing while responding to reports of auto fluids leaking into South Boggy Creek. Officials also cited violations regarding fencing and vehicles placed within the floodplain danger zone. The City of Austin investigation remains ongoing to determine if further legal action against the business is required.