House Bill No. 1080, introduced by Representative Phelps, seeks to enhance the authority of the city of Shreveport regarding condemned commercial properties. The bill enacts R.S. 33:4754.1, which allows the city to file a lawsuit against property owners to compel them to demolish condemned properties. This legal action can only be initiated after the property owner has been given a chance to demolish the property and settle any liens placed on it, with the specific time frame for compliance determined by city ordinance.

Additionally, the proposed law enables the city to recover various costs associated with the enforcement of this provision, including court costs, attorney fees, and expenses incurred in locating and notifying the property owner. The bill retains existing laws that allow municipalities to condemn and demolish structures that pose a threat to public safety, while also providing a mechanism for municipalities to file liens against properties for unpaid demolition costs.