Overland Park, KS Property Maintenance: Property Blight (2026)
Key Facts
- Compliance window
- Maximum 10 days
- Code adopted
- IPMC as Chapter 7.25
- Hearing
- Written request before deadline
- Cost payment
- 30 days from notice
- Lien authority
- K.S.A. 12-1617e
Summary
Overland Park enforces an International Property Maintenance Code adopted as Chapter 7.25 alongside the Chapter 7.04 nuisance act. A public officer issues an abatement order giving no more than 10 days to fix the condition.
That the condition creating the violation shall be abated within a designated time period, not exceeding 10 days from the date of the notice, provided that extensions of such 10-day time period shall be granted if the owner or agent of the owner of the property demonstrates that due diligence is being exercised in abating the nuisance;
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: latest section effective 1901-01-01).
Full Breakdown
Chapter 7.25 (Ord. PM-3289, 2020) targets dilapidation, disrepair, structural defects, uncleanliness, dead and dying trees, unsightly stored material, vermin infestation and exteriors not commensurate with the neighborhood. Chapter 7.04 defines nuisance to include graffiti, rank vegetation, standing water, unkempt trash and debris, unsecured sheds and appliances, and private-street potholes. A designated public officer investigates, files a written report with the City Clerk and mails an order of abatement by certified mail or personal service. That order sets a deadline capped at 10 days, extendable on a showing of due diligence, and explains the right to a written hearing request. Where an owner refused delivery within 24 months, door hangers or posting suffice.
Violations & Fines
City abates, then bills; unpaid costs after 30 days become a tax lien or special assessment, or a personal judgment. Separate prosecution up to $500 daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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