During the period that the property is registered, the mortgagee shall have the obligations set forth in this section.
(A) Obligations. Vacant, foreclosed property shall be maintained free of all outward appearances of foreclosure and vacancy during the registration period including:
(1) No signs or placards on the exterior of the building or in the windows indicating that the property is vacant or foreclosed;
(2) Grass shall be no higher than eight inches at any time and all noxious weeds shall be removed;
(3) The premises shall be maintained free of debris and litter;
(4) The premises shall remain secure and locked. Broken windows and doors which are visible from the right-of-way may be covered with plywood or similar boarding material on an emergency basis, but for no more than ten business days, while arrangements are being made to replace broken glass or broken parts of the existing windows and doors. Broken windows and doors on the rear or sides of the building may be boarded until the windows and doors are repaired for re-occupancy, provided that the boarded openings are not visible from public right-of-way;
(5) Windows and doors which are visible from the right-of-way may not be boarded and shall be maintained in good repair;
(6) Handbills, circulars, and advertisements shall be removed from porches and yards in a timely manner; and
(7) Standing water on the premises, including, but not limited to, standing water in swimming pools, shall be eliminated.
(B) Additional requirements. The maintenance requirements and penalties in this subchapter related to vacant, foreclosed residential properties are in addition to, and shall not be considered in conflict with, any and all other property maintenance requirements of the city ordinances. Nothing within this subchapter shall be construed to limit the responsibilities of persons in control to comply with and adhere to any and all building, housing, health, and zoning ordinances established by the city. Nothing within this subchapter shall be construed to limit or conflict with the responsibilities of persons in control to comply with and adhere to any and all state and federal laws.
(Ord. 13-0901, passed 10-3-2013)