Vacant Property Recovery Program

VPRP Temporarily Pauses New Applications from August 1, through October 5, 2026.

As part of the commitment to effective land recycling in Allegheny County, the Allegheny Vacant Property Recovery Program (VPRP) is upgrading its application infrastructure to better serve municipal partners and users.

From August 1 through October 5, 2026, the VPRP will not accept new application submissions while work continues on these infrastructure upgrades. Any applications submitted during this period will not be processed until October 5, when the new online application portal is launched.

Applications submitted prior to August 1, 2026, will not be impacted.

The Allegheny County Vacant Property Recovery Program (VPRP) acquires vacant, blighted properties and transfers them to applicants who have a clear reuse plan and the ability to carry it out. The program offers two application types: Low to Moderate Income Areas and the Standard Program. Eligible applicants include individuals, municipalities, community groups, local businesses, and private or nonprofit developers.

Eligibility

Applicant Eligibility

  • Must be current on taxes, water, sewage, and refuse bills on all properties owned in Allegheny County.
  • Must not have any outstanding code violations or municipal liens on properties owned in Allegheny County.

Property Eligibility

Will be determined on a case-by-case basis, based upon consideration of a variety of factors related to blight.

  • The property must be a vacant lot or vacant structure.
  • Have at least three years of tax delinquency and meet any other applicable criteria related to blight.
  • Be located in a participating municipality.
    • Enrollment as a participating municipality is open to municipalities throughout Allegheny County. Municipalities interested in joining should contact 412-350-1090 to learn more about the enrollment process.
  • May be subject to additional eligibility requirements.

Identifying a Property

Applicants must identify a potential property. The program does not maintain a list of all properties that may be eligible. However, some municipalities may keep vacant property inventories or might otherwise be able to assist you in your search. The Real Estate website contains property information that may be helpful.

Once you have identified a specific property you would like to acquire, contact us and we will let you know if the property appears to be a potential candidate for the program.

Vacant Property Review Committee Meeting

The next meeting is Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft Teams
Join the meeting now

Dial in by phone: 267-368-7515
Phone conference ID: 183 598 499#

Contact VPRP

Submit an online request using the VPRP Contact Form. The first request requires an account, which can be used to track and monitor inquiries.

Contact the Allegheny County Vacant Property Recovery Program (VPRP) at412-350-1090 or send an email.

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