The Vacant to Vibrant Amendment Act of 2025 seeks to tackle the challenges posed by vacant and blighted properties in the District of Columbia through a series of initiatives aimed at improving property management and supporting homeowners. Key provisions include the creation of a tangled title information sheet for funeral service providers, the establishment of a will registry for safekeeping, and the introduction of a single-family home rehabilitation program. The bill also outlines a structured payment plan for homeowners to manage their real property tax liabilities, ensuring that properties are not sold at tax sale while a payment plan is active. Additionally, it amends existing laws to enhance the registration process for vacant properties, allowing the Mayor to petition for receivership actions and requiring maintenance plans for vacant buildings.

The legislation further refines the enforcement of vacant and blighted property regulations by introducing new definitions and criteria for determining property status, as well as establishing a publicly accessible database of vacant buildings. It allows for hardship exemptions from fees for property owners facing economic difficulties and streamlines the process for appointing receivers for vacant properties. The bill also implements a tiered tax rate structure for vacant and blighted properties, incentivizing rehabilitation efforts, and introduces a Vacant and Blighted Property Rehabilitation Credit to encourage property improvements. Overall, the act aims to revitalize the District's neighborhoods while ensuring that vacant properties do not pose risks to public health and safety.