A condemned property or a condemned building is a property or building that local (usually municipal) authorities have closed, seized, or placed restrictions on for various reasons, including public safety and public health, in accordance with local ordinance.
What are reasons to condemn a house?
A few reasons for condemnation include:
- Infrastructure failure.
- Structural damage from weather catastrophes.
- Unsanitary living conditions.
- Black mold.
- Termite damage.
- Unsafe building materials.
- Fire and water damage.
When should a building be condemned?
Condemned buildings are deemed unfit for occupation and must be destroyed. Buildings are condemned when they present dangers to inhabitants' health, well-being or safety. If you live in a dangerous building or know of an unsafe residence, you can report it to your local fire department or building inspector.
