What do I need to do if I receive a notice of blight on my property?
If you receive a Notice of Blight, please contact the City of Allentown Building Standards & Safety Department to discuss and arrange an inspection of the property. If you have already done this, the property's blight issues will need to be addressed, and the city will enforce the ordinance until the property complies with all city ordinances.

How do I get my property off the "Blighted Properties" list?
Because this is an official status, your property can only be removed from the blight list when a Certificate of Occupancy/ Certificate of Completion is issued from the City of Allentown. The property must be compliant on the exterior and interior, along with all current fees, registrations, and licenses that would be required.

Why does the Redevelopment Authority want to take my property?
The Redevelopment Authority does not want to take anyone's property. One of our goals is compliance with municipal ordinances to encourage safe, healthy housing for the entire City of Allentown.

How does the Redevelopment Authority acquire properties?
The Authority acquires "Blighted" properties through donations, amicable purchases, and eminent domain.

Why do I keep receiving blight notices about my property, even though I am working on it?
Properties will continue to be on the "Blighted" list and receive notices until all city processes are correctly followed and a clear Certificate of Occupancy/Certificate of Compliance is issued from the City of Allentown.

Does the Redevelopment Authority sell properties for $1?
Every property will have a different acquisition cost depending on its condition, status, and the process of restoring it to its best use.

What happens to the properties the Redevelopment Authority acquires?
Depending on the property, the Redevelopment Authority Board will complete an internal assessment to decide its potential outcome. Then, the property will be issued through an RFP process for complete rehabilitation.

Can I sell or donate my property to the Redevelopment Authority?
Yes, the Redevelopment Authority can amicably purchase properties or accept a property as a donation.

Will the Redevelopment Authority work with non-profit agencies?
The Redevelopment Authority's mission is to work with non-profit agencies to support our local community.

Does the Redevelopment Authority require rehabbed homes for low to moderate-income families?
Yes, depending on the funding used or needed to rehabilitate, the Redevelopment Authority sells properties with low-to moderate-income restrictions.

How can I receive notifications of RFP's (Request for Proposals)?
The Redevelopment Authority does have a distribution list, please contact Kelly.mcellroy@allentownpa.gov.