Before revision: Examples Animal carcasses deemed unfit for human consumption by authorities Buildings that are Extremely dilapidated, damaged or deteriorated, so that they are likely to collapse or become an unattractive nuisance A fire hazard A severe health hazard Infested with rodent or vermin Lacking in basic facilities such as water, electricity, and heat In violation of other code requirements that make it dangerous to occupants or the public Food storage premises within the municipality that were deemed "nonrat-proof" Buildings that have been associated with illegal drug activity Authority actions in conjunction with condemnation Prohibit or restrict occupancy Prohibit habitation Seize the property Prohibit certain actions such as preparation of food or transaction of business Mandate remedial actions History Municipalities of Cumberland, Maryland, were given the power to condemn and seize insanitary buildings in 1915.
After revision: Examples Animal carcasses deemed unfit for human consumption by authorities Buildings that are Extremely dilapidated, damaged or deteriorated, so that they are likely to collapse or become an unattractive nuisance A fire hazard A severe health hazard Infested with rodent or vermin Lacking in basic facilities such as water, electricity, and heat In violation of other code requirements that make it dangerous to occupants or the public Food storage premises within the municipality that were deemed non-rat-proof Buildings that have been associated with illegal drug activity Authority actions in conjunction with condemnation Prohibit or restrict occupancy Prohibit habitation Seize the property Prohibit certain actions such as preparation of food or transaction of business Mandate remedial actions History Municipalities of Cumberland, Maryland, were given the power to condemn and seize insanitary buildings in 1915.