Lower Makefield Township officials repealed an existing Registration of Vacant Properties ordinance and replaced it with a new ordinance, titled Registration of Foreclosure Mortgages and Vacant Property. Township officials believe the new ordinance more fully addresses the negative impact and conditions that occur because of vacancy, absentee ownership, and lack of compliance with existing township regulations and laws. The ordinance requires registration at six-month intervals, and sets forth inspection, maintenance and security requirements for foreclosed and vacant properties.
Source: Lower Makefield Township; 3/2024