New Lenox & Mokena have new requirements for vacant and foreclosure properties

The New Lenox Village Board has passed an ordinance which would require the registration and inspection of properties that are vacant and/or foreclosed. The draft ordinance requires any foreclosed property and/or a declared vacant property - unoccupied for six (6) consecutive months or greater or unoccupied for ninety (90) days to be registered with the village. The Association had met with Village officials prior to the passing of the ordiance to try to better clarify and minimize these items. Click here to read the ordinance.

The Village of Mokena is requiring all foreclosures to be registered with the village at a cost of $100. No inspections are required. (Ref MORE)