Vacant/Distressed Properties in Portland and Council's New Registry
Channel: Sam Adams
Date: 2012-09-13

Vacant and distressed properties often contribute to public safety hazards and create a nuisance for neighbors. Squatting, looting, illegal camping, and creating an unsupervised, unsafe place for youth to gather make these properties more than just an eyesore—they're often dangerous and a community burden.

City Council is proposing a Vacant Property Registry. When citizens have complaints and concerns about distressed or blighted properties, officials will then have a way to contact the owners and address the issue. It will help Portlanders keep their neighborhoods safe and liveable.


Contribute your feedback: www.mayorsamadams.com/vacantproperties
More information: http://www.portlandonline.com/mayor/index.cfm?c=52750&a=410267

Featured in this video: Craig Rogers (East Portlander), Mark Gaulke (Floyd Light Middle School), and Clay Neal (Mayor's Office).