Mississippi2026Did Not Pass

HB4037

Greenwood Vacant Building Registration Program

Last scannedAug 22, 2026, 3:37 AM

In one sentence

This bill authorizes the City of Greenwood to create a program requiring owners of vacant or abandoned buildings that contribute to blight to register their properties and follow safety rules.

Authorizes city leaders in Greenwood to start a registration system for vacant residential and nonresidential structures that cause problems like crime, decay, or safety hazards.
Requires building owners to keep registered structures safe by following local codes.
Mandates that owners provide proof of insurance and share building plans with first responders.
Allows the city to set fees and penalties for people who do not follow the program rules.
Encourages fixing or rebuilding empty buildings to reduce blight.

The governing authorities of the City of Greenwood, Mississippi
Owners of vacant residential properties in Greenwood that contribute to blight or safety hazards
Owners of vacant nonresidential properties in Greenwood that contribute to blight or safety hazards

This bill did not pass the legislature; it died in committee on April 15, 2026.
Because the bill failed, these rules do not take effect unless passed again later.
The text does not list specific dollar amounts for fees or penalties.

Plain language

Vacant and Abandoned Structures Registration Program: A city system where owners must register empty buildings, keep them safe, provide insurance proof, and share plans with first responders.
Blight: Conditions like property decay or crime that hurt neighborhood safety and value.

Official record

Validated

City of Greenwood; authorize to establish a Vacant and Abandoned Structures Registration Program.

Official activity