(A) Buildings that are open and vacant and in a state of hazardous disrepair are public nuisances in that they contribute to the decrease in value of surrounding properties, precipitate disinvestment by neighboring owners, provide a location for criminal activity, undermine the aesthetic character of the neighborhood and village, and have other undesirable effects.
(B) Allowing certain buildings to remain open and vacant and in a state of hazardous disrepair is detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare; unreasonably interferes with the reasonable and lawful use and enjoyment of other premises within the neighborhood; may pose an extraordinary danger to police officers or firefighters entering the premises in time of emergency; and detracts from the appearance and good order of the neighborhood; and
(C) Pursuant to ILCS Ch. 65, Act 5, § 11-31-1(c) of the Illinois Municipal Code the village has the power to define, prohibit and abate buildings that are open and vacant and in a state of hazardous disrepair within the village limits.
(Ord. 05-61, passed 12-21-05)