(A) Upon written notice of vacancy of a structure by Code Compliance, a property owner shall within 90 days register the property as provided by this section. City may issue a written notice of vacancy and shall be issued to the vacant structure property owner by means of personal service, or by first class mail to their last known address according to the most recent tax roll, and by posting on the property.
(B) Upon the issuance of notice to register a vacant structure, property owners shall register within 90 days to the city and provide the following information:
(1) The address and legal description of the property;
(2) The current name, physical address, mailing address, telephone number, and email information for any owners(s) with an ownership interest in the property. Corporations or corporate entities shall submit the same information pertaining to their registered agent.
(3) The contact information for a property manager of the properties and/or improvements located on said property, as applicable.
(4) Proof of liability insurance, no less than $100,000 for the property and/or a surety bond for the value of structure if insurance cannot be obtained. Said value shall be the appraised value as determined by the appropriate Central Appraisal District.
(5) Provide a detailed timeline and plan for correcting violations, rehabilitation, and maintenance while vacant regarding standard of care pursuant to this chapter. The owner must, at a minimum demonstrate the property is actively being marketed by listing the property with a licensed commercial real estate broker or firm and installing a "For Lease" or "For Sale" sign on the premises with current contact information.
(6) Provide a complete floor plan of the property for use by first responders in the event of a fire or other catastrophic event.
(C) Owner shall post "No Trespass" placards on the premises.
(D) Vacant structure property owners shall provide written notice to Code Compliance, including a copy of the deed or instrument of conveyance, of any change in:
(1) Ownership of the property;
(2) Contact information for either the owner or designated property manager. Written notice must be provided to the city no later than 30 days after said changes have occurred.
(E) Continued annual registration of the property by the vacant structure property owner is required until said structure is deemed occupied in compliance with all relevant code requirements by the City Manager.
(Ord. OR-2194-20, passed 11-9-20)