Archives For: abandoned properties
Lawrence County to Consider Establishing a Land Bank
The Herald-Dispatch (Huntington, WV) published an article discussing a proposed land bank program taking shape in Lawrence County, OH.
11 May 2016
Medford City Council Will Consider Foreclosure for Abandoned Properties
KAJO 1270-AM posted a report discussing the consideration of Medford, OR to utilize a state law which would allow for the foreclosure of blighted properties that have become a community threat.
5 Apr 2016
Fast-Tracking Legislation for Vacant and Abandoned Properties Introduced in Maryland
On February 12, MD HB 1377 (“Real Property – Vacant and Abandoned Property – Expedited Foreclosure”) was introduced and had its first reading in the Environment and Transportation Committee. On March 14, the bill was referred to interim study by the Environment and Transportation Committee.
17 Mar 2016
Bill Would Allow for Land Bank Establishment in Virginia
Virginia House Bill 268, titled the Land Bank Entities Act, would authorize the establishment of a land bank by any locality or two or more combined localities. The bill passed a House vote on February 10, 2016.
11 Feb 2016
Law Will Help Cities Prevent Blight
The Sun Journal published an article by Maine Senator Nate Libby, author of ME LD 1203/SP 430, a recently enacted piece of legislation which will allow municipalities to provide for the care of abandoned properties before they become a threat to safety and surrounding property values.
16 Oct 2015
Bill Aims to Target Blighted Property Problem in Maine Cities
On June 30, ME LD 1203/SP 430 was enacted by the Senate after a vote to override a veto by Governor Paul LePage.
21 Jul 2015
Arma Establishes Land Bank
The Morning Sun (Pittsburg) published an article discussing a decision by Arma, Kansas City Council to authorize the creation of a land bank.
20 Jul 2015
Proposed New York Senate Bill S4781-2015
On April 15, NY S4781-2015 was introduced in the Senate and referred to the Housing, Construction and Community Development Committee.
22 Jun 2015
New York SB 4498: Provides for Summary Action to Foreclose Upon Vacant and Abandoned Residential Real Property
On May 6, NY SB 4498 was advanced to a third reading. If enacted, the bill would amend the Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law for an expedited procedure for abandoned property foreclosure for residential properties.
22 Jun 2015
Glens Falls, NY Set to Begin Eminent Domain Proceedings
On May 27, the Glens Falls Post-Star published an article titled City to use eminent domain to pressure banks to clean up foreclosure properties.
12 Jun 2015