HB 3237
To require a lien for demolition of dilapidated/abandoned property to be reported to a credit report
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires municipalities in West Virginia to report property owners with dilapidated or abandoned properties to credit reporting agencies when a lien is filed for demolition. The bill clarifies the definition of ‘owner’ for property liens and establishes procedures for code enforcement agencies to notify property owners of violations and initiate demolition or correction actions. It also outlines a process for municipalities to pursue civil action and recover costs associated with addressing unsafe properties, including a provision for receivership if the owner cannot be located or refuses to cooperate.
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