MUNI-BALTIMORE COUNTYlocal legislationIn Committee

Review of City Strategy for Vacant and Abandoned Properties

Original title: Whole Block Strategy & Disposition Timelines For the purpose of: calling relevant City Agencies and Representatives, as well as 3rd party stakeholders to review and discuss the City’s policies around the City’s whole block strategy for vacant and abandoned properties as well as the timeline around its implementation.

August 18, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This review will determine the future pace and methods by which the city manages, sells, or redevelops vacant properties on a block-by-block basis, directly impacting neighborhood development timelines.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

City Agencies

These agencies are required to participate in the review and discussion of their current property management policies.

Third-party stakeholders

These groups are invited to provide input on the city's strategy and implementation timelines for vacant properties.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 18, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

This file initiates a formal review process for the city's '' regarding vacant and abandoned properties. It calls for city agencies, representatives, and third-party stakeholders to discuss current policies and the timeline for implementing property .

Why It Matters

Key Facts

The Housing & Economic Development Committee has introduced file LO25-0029 for legislative oversight.
The purpose of the file is to review the city's 'whole block strategy' for managing vacant and abandoned properties.
The review includes an evaluation of the implementation timeline for property disposition.
The process requires participation from city agencies, elected representatives, and third-party stakeholders.
The status of the file is currently 'In Committee'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'whole block strategy'?

It is the city's policy approach to managing and disposing of vacant and abandoned properties by addressing them in entire block segments rather than individual lots.

What is the current status of this proposal?

The proposal is currently 'In Committee,' meaning it is being reviewed by the Housing & Economic Development Committee before any potential further action.

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Focus on Block-Level Management

The city is explicitly moving toward a 'whole block' methodology for property disposition, suggesting a shift away from piecemeal lot management.

Housing & Economic Development Committee

Connected Entities

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Sources

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