Register a Vacant Property

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Need to register or update a vacant property? Here's where you can update your registration or contact information.

There are two paths for registering your vacant property depending on if your property is privately owned or mortgaged/lien held in default.

A privately owned property is . . .

  • A building or structure you own with no lien or mortgage, OR;
  • Has a lien/mortgage but not undergoing a foreclosure.

A mortgaged/lien held in default property is . . .

  • A property subject to an ongoing foreclosure action, OR;
  • Has been the subject of a foreclosure action and a judgement has been entered, OR;
  • Has been the subject of a foreclosure sale where the title was transferred to the beneficiary of a mortgage involved in the foreclosure and any properties transferred under a deed in lieu of foreclosure/sale.

Online

Step 1.Create an account with Citizen Access

Haven’t used Citizen Access before? Make sure to review how to create an account(PDF, 260KB) before starting.

Step 2.Ensure you have the time and all required information

This form will take about 15 minutes to complete. You'll be able to save your entry and resume later if you need more time.

You'll need to provide the following information:

  • Address of property.
  • Owner name and contact information.
  • Manager name and contact information (if applicable).
  • Plan for future use (rent, sell, keep).
  • Estimated date for listing on MLS, obtaining rental license, or renovation completion.
  • Description of required work (i.e. renovation, not applicable).
  • Credit/debit card or bank account information to pay registration fee.

The fee for registering a vacant property is $200 annually plus any applicable processing fees.

If you have never used the PayIt portal, you will need to create an account.

Step 3.Register Online

Registering for the Neighborhood Resource Center’s Citizen Access is free! Use one of the guides below to help you register:

Register Now

Step 4.Update your information every year

Once your property is registered, a notice will be sent to you each year to renew your registration and update any necessary information as long as the structure(s) still qualifies.

Phone

Call our office at (913) 573-5877 if you need help applying. Our phone hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. We’re happy to help you fill out your application!

In Person

Step 1.Make sure you have all the required information

You'll need to provide the following information:

  • Address of property.
  • Owner name and contact information.
  • Manager name and contact information (if applicable).
  • Credit/debit card or bank account information to pay registration fee.
  • Government issued, current, photo ID.

Step 2.Visit our Office

Come to our office to register. We’re located at 4953 State Avenue Kansas City, KS 66102.

Our lobby hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Please note our lobby closes at 4:00 PM every day we are open.

Step 3.Update your information every year

Once your property is registered, we'll send you a reminder to update your property registration each year.

Mortgaged/Lien Held

The official munireg Logo logoTo register a mortgaged/lien held property in default/foreclosure visit our partners at Munireg. For any questions regarding registration requirements or registration status, please contact Munireg at info@munireg.com or (866) 686-4734.

Why do I need to register my vacant property?

We want to ensure that the owners of vacant properties are known to the city and other interested parties and can be reached if necessary. We also want to make sure that owners of vacant properties are aware of the obligations of ownership under relevant codes and regulations and that they meet minimum standards of maintenance for those properties.

Contact Us

Phone

(913) 573-5877

Fax

(913) 573-8731

Email

VPRegistrations@wycokck.org

Location

Neighborhood Resource Center
4953 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS
66102
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What is a vacant property?

  • The premise is not currently legally occupied or in use.
  • There is no evidence of utility usage within the past 60 days.
  • There is no legally licensed business operating on the premises.
  • It is not legally occupied by the owner or a tenant.

Exempt from Registry

  • Any governmental entity (excluding government sponsored entities (G.S.E.’s)).
  • Any public authority or any quasi-public, nonprofit corporation engaged in housing development, management or operation under contract with a governmental entity.

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