Lawmaker Wants More Local Control Over Abandoned Property
June 24, 2021 11:39AM CDT

(AP Photo/Seth Perlman File)
A state lawmaker is pushing to give local governments more control over abandoned properties. Senator Steve Stadelman advocated for a measure that would allow cities and counties more leeway in maintaining, improving, or demolishing blighted properties. The bill is in the hands of Governor J.B. Pritzker.