Freeport Ch. 876 Residential Rental Property Regulation § 876.05
REGISTRATION NOT ASSIGNABLE
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The registration of a residential rental structure is not assignable. If a residential rental structure is sold or the ownership of the complete fee simple interest in the residential rental structure otherwise changes, the new owner or owners thereof shall complete an application for registration concerning the residential rental structure and shall file the application for registration with the Building Commissioner of the City of Freeport. (Ord. 2013-56. Passed 11-18-13.)
Under Freeport Ch. 876 § 876.05, a residential rental property's registration is tied to its current owner and cannot be transferred to a new owner as part of a sale or other change in ownership. Whenever full ownership of a rental structure changes hands, the incoming owner must submit a fresh registration application to the City of Freeport's Building Commissioner. This rule ensures that the municipality always has current ownership information on file for every registered rental property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 876.05, compliant operators who acquire a residential rental property in Freeport treat the prior owner's registration as void upon transfer and promptly file a new registration application with the Building Commissioner of the City of Freeport. This applies regardless of how ownership changes — whether through a conventional sale, inheritance, or any other transfer of the complete fee simple interest. Property managers and owners generally maintain records of the filing to demonstrate timely compliance following a change in ownership.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 876.05 of Freeport's residential rental regulations requires that every new owner of a rental structure register independently with the City — meaning tenants can expect their building's ownership information to be on file with the Building Commissioner after any ownership change. If a tenant suspects a new owner has not re-registered as required, they may contact the Building Commissioner's office to inquire about the property's registration status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Freeport's local ordinances can also help residents understand what options may be available when a landlord appears to be out of compliance with § 876.05.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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