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MS HB1485

Bill

Status

Failed

4/1/2021

Primary Sponsor

Oscar Denton

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the City of Vicksburg to adopt an ordinance requiring property owners to register vacant commercial buildings after a period of vacancy

  • Requires registered properties to provide building plans to protect first responders during emergencies and submit maintenance plans ensuring compliance with applicable codes

  • Mandates annual inspections and proof of insurance for registered vacant commercial buildings

  • Allows waivers from registration requirements under certain conditions such as active remodeling, planned demolition, or pending sale

  • Establishes fees and penalties for non-compliance, which would be assessed against the property and collected alongside municipal ad valorem taxes

Legislative Description

City of Vicksburg; authorize adoption of vacant commercial building registration ordinance.

Last Action

Died In Committee

4/1/2021

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation3/4/2021

Full Bill Text

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