Vacant and blighted properties
Summary
Dozens of Evansville homes are vacant, unsecured, and deteriorating — some with squatters, rodents, or fire damage. The building commission affirmed repair and vacate orders to force owners to act, with some properties headed for demolition.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Owners face civil penalties up to $1,000 per case, and the city bills demolition costs back to owners through property taxes.
Neighbors living next to neglected properties get safer streets and enforced timelines.
Struggling owners on fixed incomes face repair costs and fines they say they cannot afford.
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