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Planning and Development Management Division
CODE ENFORCEMENT SECTION
1 North University Drive • Box #102A • Plantation, Florida 33324 • 954-831-4000 •
Abandoned/Vacant Real Property Registration
Application Instructions and Information
Overview
All properties located in the Broward Municipal Services District (BMSD) and other unincorporated
areas in Broward County that are vacant and in the stages of foreclosure or are “bank owned” must be
(Chapter 39, Article X ½, Broward County Code of Ordinances)
registered.
Inspection
Prior to a Notice of Default being issued, an inspection of the property is required by the
mortgagee/lender. Inspections must be performed monthly by the mortgagee/lender until the
foreclosure is remedied by the mortgagor/owner or the property becomes vacant or shows signs of
vacancy. Once a property becomes vacant, the mortgagee is required to register the property with
Broward County within ten days of the inspection and immediately secure and maintain the property.
Registration
Verify the property is located in the BMSD or an unincorporated area. If uncertain, you should research
the property
online
with the Broward County Property Appraiser. Upon verification, complete the
registration form and have it notarized. A registration form is required for each property to be registered.
Determining jurisdiction and proper filing is the responsibility of the mortgagee or beneficiary;
refunds will not be made for incorrect filings.
Registration Fee
Annual Registration Fee .......................................... $150
st
Annual registration fee is due by October 1
of each year. The registration fee is not prorated.
All fees are non-refundable
Payment Methods
Check or Money Order: Make checks or money orders payable to: Broward County Board of
County Commissioners
Credit Card: Complete an authorization form
Return the completed, notarized registration form and payment to the Division address above.