[raisethehammer]

I guess I should chime in here.
I've been in touch with McHattie's office about a 'mostly' vacant house on our street.
the owner comes by for about an hour or two each month.
no lawn cutting, no snow shoveling etc....
the weeds are 5 feet tall now.
I'll let you know what happens. It's a unique case because the home is owned, and sometimes he shows up (usually in the middle of the night for half an hour or so). it's not entirely vacant.
Although, exterior windows haven't been closed in years. the living room light has been on for 3 years.
many rooms are unfinished.
The neighbourhood cats love the place.

I'll keep you posted.