A. Minimum Property Inspection And Maintenance Requirements: While a foreclosure property is registered, the lender or responsible party shall be required to inspect the foreclosure property monthly, or more frequently as necessary to prevent the creation of a nuisance, and shall:
1. Maintain and keep foreclosure property free of conditions including, but not limited to: weeds, dry brush, dead vegetation, trash, junk, debris, building materials and junk vehicles, accumulation of newspapers, circulars, flyers, notices (except those required by Federal, State, or local law), and discarded personal items including, but not limited to, furniture, clothing, or large and small appliances;
2. Graffiti, tagging, or similar markings shall be removed or painted over with an exterior grade paint that matches and/or coordinates with the color of the exterior of the structure;
3. Secure ponds, pools and hot tubs and ensure that they do not become a public nuisance;
4. Secure the foreclosure property to prevent access by unauthorized persons, including, but not limited to, the following: the closure and locking of windows, doors (walk- through, sliding and garage), gates, and any other opening of such size that it may allow a child or any other person to access the interior of the property and/or structure(s). Securing also includes boarding as applicable. Preferred material for boarding shall be painted with an exterior grade paint that matches and/or coordinates with the color of the exterior of the structure, or is of a material that mimics glazed windows and intact doors;
5. Post the property with no trespassing signs and current emergency contact information for the agent; and
6. Take any other action necessary to prevent giving the appearance that the property is abandoned.
B. City Monitoring Of Registered Properties: Upon registration, the City will provide regular monitoring of foreclosure properties including, but not limited to, periodic site visitation. The City's monitoring of foreclosure properties does not relieve the lender or other responsible party from monitoring and maintaining the property as required by this chapter. As part of the foreclosure property registration, the owner, lender, or responsible party, or other person having legal authority for the property shall authorize the City to enter onto the property for monitoring purposes. (Ord. 2018-1034, 9-26-2018)