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SB 744 Derelict nonresidential building or structure; demolition by locality.

Introduced by: Richard H. Black | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles | history

SUMMARY AS PASSED:

Demolition of a derelict nonresidential structure with consent. Authorizes a locality to demolish or remove a derelict nonresidential structure and to file a lien against the property for the cost of the demolition or removal. The bill requires the locality to obtain the written consent of the property owner, and the property owner shall make a reasonable effort to obtain consent from the holder of any first lien mortgage or first lien deed of trust for such demolition or removal. The bill prohibits the use of the authority to remove a building that is located in a local historic district or individually designated as a historic landmark. This bill is identical to HB 1589.

SUMMARY AS PASSED SENATE:

Demolition of a derelict nonresidential structure with consent. Authorizes a locality to demolish or remove a derelict nonresidential structure and to file a lien against the property for the cost of the demolition or removal. The bill requires the locality to obtain the written consent of the property owner and the holder of any first lien mortgage or first lien deed of trust for such demolition or removal and prohibits the use of the authority to remove a building that is located in a local historic district or individually designated as a historic landmark.

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Demolition of a derelict nonresidential structure with consent. Authorizes a locality to demolish or remove a derelict nonresidential structure and to file a lien against the property for the cost of the demolition or removal. The bill requires the locality to obtain the written consent of the property owner for such demolition or removal and prohibits the use of the authority to remove a building that is located in a local historic district or individually designated as a historic landmark.