Vacant Property Ordinances
In 2010 (updated 2013) Benton C. Martin (Emory School of Law) authored a white paper titled, “Vacant Property Registration Ordinances”. In it Martin discusses, the increasing number of local governments enacting VPR ordinances. and analyzes the prevalence of the two primary types of ordinances: ordinances based on length of vacancy or on foreclosure status. It also discusses emerging trends and the legal foundation for enforcement of these ordinances. Finally, the article concludes with several recommendations.
To view the white paper, please click on the following link;
Vacant Property Registration Ordinances