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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
1. Abandoned. “Abandoned” with reference to a property means a property that is vacant and to which the owner has no intent to return.
2. Blighted. “Blighted” with reference to a property means a property on which buildings or improvements are detrimental or are a threat to the public health, safety or welfare in their present condition.
3. Environmentally hazardous. “Environmentally hazardous” with reference to a property means a property that is designated as an uncontrolled hazardous substance site under Title 38, section 1365.
4. Functionally obsolete. “Functionally obsolete” with reference to a property means a property that is unable to be used to adequately perform the functions for which it was intended.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 30-A. Municipalities and Counties § 5153. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-30-a-municipalities-and-counties/me-rev-st-tit-30-a-sect-5153/
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