Columbus establishes Property Action Team to address crime-linked nuisance properties, reducing service calls by 60% since 2018.
Columbus, Ohio, established the Property Action Team to tackle nuisance properties linked to crime and violence, collaborating with the police and other city departments. Since 2018, the city has filed over 3,500 cases against property owners for code violations and criminal activities, resulting in a 60% decrease in service calls. The team plans to appoint an attorney for each police zone, hire more social workers, and work with strategic partners to reduce vacant buildings.
March 12, 2024
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