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Summary: Our Housing and Building Maintenance Code (HBMC) includes provisions for the maintenance of vacant buildings. These standards require owners of vacant buildings to maintain them in the interest of public safety and preservation of housing and neighborhoods.

Date Revised: 11/03/2023

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