§ 2929.4

California Civil Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

(a) Prior to imposing a fine or penalty for failure to maintain a vacant property that is subject to a notice of default, that is purchased at a foreclosure sale, or that is acquired through foreclosure under a mortgage or deed of trust, a governmental entity shall provide the owner of that property with a notice of the violation and an opportunity to correct that violation.

(b) This section shall not apply if the governmental entity determines that a specific condition of the property threatens public health or safety.

(Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 527, Sec. 1. (SB 1427) Effective January 1, 2011.)

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