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Bill would crack down on problem properties in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh may soon be cracking down on problem properties.

A new bill that will be introduced by Pittsburgh city Councilwoman Theresa Kail-Smith Tuesday would punish property owners with criminal charges for not addressing issues.

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According to our news exchange partners TribLIVE, a property would be deemed disruptive by Public Safety Director Wendell Hissrich after three incidents in one year or after a serious offense or repeat drug overdoses.

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Those who repeatedly have problems would face misdemeanor charges and may have to pay public safety costs.

Property owners would have 60 days to fix the problems.