Washington to Begin Enforcing Blight-Related Ordinances
Industry Update
January 4, 2023
Source: observer-reporter.com
Three ordinances designed to combat blight in the city of Washington can begin to be enforced Friday.
Council voted to approve the ordinances at a special meeting Dec. 27, and Mayor Scott Putnam explained that they can start to be enforced seven days after approval.
One of the ordinances amends current regulations of abandoned properties and establishes an abandoned residential/commercial property regulation program.
Under the new regulation, owners of such properties must have an inspection of the property. If it is found to be vacant and/or abandoned, the property must be registered within 90 days of the city’s Department of Code Enforcement.
All maintenance and security requirements must be upheld and monthly inspections are necessary to make sure those requirements are being met. Violations can result in a fine of $500.
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