Ordinance would ban use of plywood in boarding up vacant structures

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – An ordinance expected to be introduced to the Jackson City Council this week could prohibit plywood as a way to secure vacant buildings.

Ward 4 Councilman Brian Grizzell is introducing the “Vacant Property Lexan Blight Reduction Ordinance.”

The measure, if approved by the council, would require owners to use Lexan or other polycarbonate sheets to block windows, doors, and other openings in vacant structures…

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