A.G. Schneiderman Announces New Program To Address And Transform Problem Homes And Buildings
Cities For Responsible Investment And Strategic Enforcement Will Equip Up To 40 Municipalities Across New York State With Innovative Technology Platform Aimed At Revitalizing Neighborhoods. Albany, NY – April 11, 2017 – Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced a new program, which will constitute an investment of up to $ 20 million over two years, to provide local governments with innovative technology to address and transform problem properties – including homes and buildings that are blighted, poorly maintained, vacant, abandoned, and in financial distress – that fell into disrepair following the foreclosure crisis.