Professional Instruction
Classroom-based security education focused on knowledge, professionalism, ethics, and compliance.
Unarmed Class D Security Officer Training
ISHOT SECURITY
ACADEMY
Professional Training. Community Opportunity. Responsible Growth.
City Commission Final Consideration
Special Exception Use Application SEU 26-01
September 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Proposed Location
1581 South State Road 7, Suite 1611
North Lauderdale, Florida
ISHOT Security Academy
Professional Training Facility
Section 01 · The Academy
A Professional Classroom-Based Training Academy
ISHOT Security Academy proposes a quiet, structured indoor training facility for unarmed Class D security officers — a classroom where students learn the knowledge, ethics, and compliance standards the profession requires.
Examination Administration
A structured environment for applicable testing and examination administration.
Certification-Related Instruction
Training designed to support applicable Class D security officer requirements.
Continuing Education
Professional development and continuing education for unarmed security personnel.
Pre-Class Background Screening
Prospective students complete a background check before class begins, supporting the academy’s commitment to professional, responsible instruction.
“This location will provide unarmed classroom training only. There will be no firearms training or firearms-related activities at this facility.”
Section 02 · Meet the Founder
Benjillo Desormo
Founder, ISHOT Security Academy
- U.S. Combat Veteran
- Security professional
- Licensed security instructor
Military service and years of security work taught him one thing: good training is what keeps a person calm when something goes wrong. He founded ISHOT Security Academy to teach that same standard to new officers.
Section 03 · Operational Plan
Responsible, Controlled and Low-Impact Operations
Why North Lauderdale?
Why I Choose North Lauderdale?
North Lauderdale has grown from farmland into a diverse, family-oriented community. This is the kind of place where a responsible, classroom-based training academy can add value—by preparing local residents for professional work, supporting workforce development, and becoming a respectful commercial neighbor.
“North Lauderdale has a proud history, and ISHOT Security Academy is ready to contribute to its future.”
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Potential employment opportunities
Operational Information
- Location
- 1581 South State Road 7, Suite 1611
- Zoning
- General Business B-3
- Existing commercial tenant space
- Approximately 800 square feet
- Hours
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Days
- Monday through Saturday
- Sundays
- Closed
- Activities
- Indoor classroom activities only
Facility
Existing Tenant Space and Life-Safety Layout
The floor plan below is reproduced from the sealed life-safety layout submitted to the City. Click to enlarge.
Section 04 · Community Impact
Investing in North Lauderdale’s Workforce
The proposed academy is intended to give residents a structured, professional path into licensed unarmed security work — close to home.
Our Community Focus
North Lauderdale, Florida
The community at the center of this proposal and ISHOT Security Academy’s commitment to local workforce development.
South FloridaArea of Focus
Provide professional security education
Support workforce development
Help prepare qualified unarmed security personnel
Create employment opportunities
Generate local business activity
Provide residents with access to structured professional training
Promote professionalism, ethics, responsibility, and compliance
Section 05 · Safety & Neighborhood Compatibility
A Quiet and Responsible Neighbor
- Unarmed Class D instruction only
- No firearms training
- No hazardous materials
- No outdoor training
- Controlled indoor activities
- No excessive noise
- No disruptive outdoor activity
- Professional classroom environment
- Corrective action if an operational concern is identified
- City Code requirements
- Fire Code
- Building Code
- Life Safety requirements
- Accessibility requirements
- Chapter 493, Florida Statutes
- Applicable FDACS regulations
Section 06 · Parking & Access
A Practical Parking and Circulation Plan
Parking and access information below reflects the City staff report.
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The City Code calculation requires four parking spaces for this use.
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The shopping plaza has more than 100 parking spaces.
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Classes will be limited to a maximum of 15 students.
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Students will arrive in individual passenger vehicles.
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No buses, commercial vehicles, or heavy traffic are associated with the proposed use.
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The applicant will maintain safe vehicular circulation and pedestrian access.
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The applicant will implement corrective measures if the City identifies a parking or traffic concern.
Section 08 · Conditions of Approval
Nine Conditions of Approval
Our Formal Commitment to the City of North Lauderdale
“ISHOT Security Academy accepts and agrees to comply with all nine conditions of approval contained in the City staff report and proposed resolution for SEU 26-01.”
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Approved Use
Unarmed Training Only
The approved use shall be limited to the operation of an unarmed security officer training academy as described in the application and supporting materials.
Accepted
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Legal Compliance
Full Legal Compliance
The applicant shall comply with all applicable provisions of the City of North Lauderdale Code of Ordinances and all applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and permitting requirements.
Accepted
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Required Approvals
Approvals Before Opening
The applicant shall obtain all required approvals prior to commencing operations, including but not limited to a Certificate of Occupancy, Local Business Tax Receipt, and any applicable permits required by the City.
Accepted
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Operating Hours
Approved Operating Hours
The facility shall operate only during the hours identified within the applicant’s Letter of Intent, specifically 8:00 a.m. through 10:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, unless otherwise approved by the City.
Accepted
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Chapter 493 and FDACS
State Training Compliance
The applicant shall comply with all applicable requirements of Chapter 493, Florida Statutes, and all regulations administered by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services governing unarmed security officer training facilities.
Accepted
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Building and Life Safety
Safety and Accessibility
The applicant shall comply with all applicable Fire Code, Building Code, Life Safety Code, and accessibility requirements prior to occupancy and throughout the operation of the business.
Accepted
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Parking and Circulation
Safe Site Circulation
The applicant shall maintain safe vehicular circulation, pedestrian access, and parking throughout the site at all times.
Accepted
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Corrective Measures
Responsive Operations
Should the operation of the facility create parking deficiencies, traffic congestion, excessive noise, or other operational nuisances that adversely affect adjacent properties, the applicant shall implement corrective measures as required by the City.
Accepted
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Future Changes
City Review for Changes
Any expansion, intensification, or material change in the approved use shall require review and approval by the City in accordance with applicable provisions of the Code of Ordinances.
Accepted
Accepted by the Applicant
“I, Benjillo Desormo, on behalf of ISHOT Security Academy, acknowledge and accept all nine conditions of approval associated with Special Exception Use Application SEU 26-01.”
Section 09 · Conditions & Commitment
Our Commitment to the City
“ISHOT Security Academy accepts and agrees to comply with all nine conditions contained in the City staff report and proposed resolution.”
Commitment 01
Operate as an unarmed security officer training academy
Commitment 02
Follow all applicable City, County, State, and federal requirements
Commitment 03
Obtain all required approvals before commencing operations
Commitment 04
Obtain the Certificate of Occupancy
Commitment 05
Obtain the Local Business Tax Receipt
Commitment 06
Follow the approved operating hours
Commitment 07
Comply with Chapter 493 and applicable FDACS regulations
Commitment 08
Comply with Fire, Building, Life Safety, and accessibility requirements
Commitment 09
Maintain safe parking, pedestrian access, and vehicular circulation
Commitment 10
Correct any parking, traffic, noise, or operational concern identified by the City
Commitment 11
Request City review before any expansion, intensification, or material change in use
Final Request
Ready to Serve North Lauderdale
“ISHOT Security Academy is committed to providing professional unarmed security training in a safe, responsible, and community-focused environment.”
“I respectfully request the City Commission’s approval of Special Exception Use Application SEU 26-01.”
Benjillo Desormo
Applicant and Founder · ISHOT Security Academy
Section 10 · Proposed Window Signage
Proposed Window Signage
A professional and welcoming storefront for ISHOT Security Academy — presented as a concept for the City's review and guidance.
PROPOSED — SUBJECT TO CITY REVIEW AND APPROVAL
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Sign Information
- Project
- ISHOT Security Academy Storefront Signage
- Location
- 1581 South State Road 7, Suite 1611
North Lauderdale, Florida - Sign type
- Window and entrance-door graphics
- Proposed dimensions
- Window graphic: 83 inches wide × 55 inches high
Entrance door graphic: 36 inches wide × 54 inches high - Telephone shown on sign
- (954) 468-6413
- Primary purpose
- Clearly identify the business
- Direct visitors to the entrance
- Maintain a professional storefront appearance
- Communicate that the facility provides Class D security officer training
- Support safe and orderly customer access
Concept Presented for City Review
The proposed storefront signage is presented as a visual concept. Installation will remain subject to review by the City of North Lauderdale and any applicable sign-permit, property-owner, zoning, building, visibility, and safety requirements.
Presenter note (private)
“Before I conclude, I would also like to show the Commission the proposed window and entrance-door signage for ISHOT Security Academy. This is a visual concept, and I understand that it may require a separate sign permit and administrative review. I respectfully request the City’s guidance regarding authorization to proceed, and I am prepared to make any modifications necessary to comply with the City’s sign regulations.”