D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 10, r. 10-B4602

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 44, November 1, 2024

Rule 10-B4602 - REAL PROPERTY THAT CONTRIBUTES TO THE BLIGHT OR DILAPIDATION OF THE AREA IMMEDIATELY SURROUNDING THE PROPERTY

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In accordance with D.C. Official Code § 42-3171.01(2)(b), property contributes to the blight or dilapidation of the area immediately surrounding the property if the conditions on the property meet at least two (2) of the following criteria:

(a) If the property contains a structure, the structure shows signs of disrepair, which may be evidenced by a neglected exterior including, but not limited to, chipping or flaking paint, rotting wood, crumbling brick or other stone, missing or broken doors or windows, graffiti, or unsecured entrances or openings;

(b) The property comprises an irregular sized or shaped lot, which renders the property unusable for its intended purpose;

(c) A vacant lot for which the perimeter is not secured by an upright fence or other barrier that limits access to the lot;

(d) The property exhibits a pattern of neglect, as evidenced by the following:

(1) More than two (2) recorded housing code violations within a two (2) year period, regardless of whether the violation was paid or abated;

(2) More than two (2) citations issued by the District of Columbia Department of Public Works within a two (2) year period, regardless of whether the citation was paid or abated;

(3) Delinquent real property taxes or other assessments that result in the property being eligible to be sold at the real estate tax sale two (2) or more times, regardless of whether redeemed or paid; or

(4) Combination of two or more recorded housing code violations, citations issued by the Department of Public Works, or delinquent real property taxes or other assessments that result in the property being eligible to be sold at the real estate tax sale, regardless of whether abated, redeemed, or paid;

(e) The property's title contains an irregular ownership history or encumbrance that renders the title unmarketable;

(f) The existence of any other condition that may contribute to the blight or dilapidation of the area immediately surrounding the property, as determined by the Director.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 10, r. 10-B4602

Final Rulemaking published at 55 DCR 6458 (June 13, 2008)