Register a property with Cicero Town
Cicero Town runs the registration programs below. Review what you need and what it costs, then register online.
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Property Subject to Foreclosure
$0 to $500 per 6 months, depending on property type
Every 6 months Inspection required
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Vacant Property
$250 to $1,000 per 6 months, depending on property type
Every 6 months
Registration program
Property Subject to Foreclosure
Registration Requirements
Registrable Property - Post-Filing/REO
A Registrable Property is any real property that:
Is the subject of a foreclosure action;
Has a foreclosure judgment but has not yet been sold; or
Has been transferred to a mortgagee or affiliated entity via foreclosure sale or deed in lieu.
Registration
Registration is required within 10 days of initiation of the foreclosure action.
Each parcel requires a separate registration.
Registration information must be updated within 10 days of any change.
Renewal
Registrations must be renewed every six (6) months, measured from the initial foreclosure filing date.
OMT Update
OMT changes do not require a new registration but must be updated within 10 days.
Property Manager
If the property is vacant, a property manager must be designated.
A 24-hour contact telephone number is required.
Posting Signage
Vacant properties must post signage visible from the street.
Size: Varies, see Ordinance
Sign must include:
Property manager name;
24-hour telephone number; and
Email address.
Exterior signage must be weather‑resistant.
Fees
Fees for registrations starting on or after October 8, 2026.
| Registration fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Residential (1–4 units) | $350 |
| Multi-family | $500 |
| Vacant lot | $250 |
| Mobile home | $350 |
| Commercial - Mixed Use (CM) | $350 |
| Industrial | $0 |
How your fee is worked out
The fee depends on the property type you select.
Based on your answer to “What is the property structure?”
Late fees
No late fees.
Fees are paid online by card or bank account when you submit your registration. A payment processing fee, if any, is shown before you pay.
Inspection
No inspection fee.
Inspection requirements
Inspections
An initial inspection is required to determine occupancy and code compliance.
Properties must be re-inspected every 30 days while subject to registration.
What the form asks about the inspection
- Last Inspection Date (optional)
What you’ll need
The online form asks for the following, starting with the property address.
Required
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What is the property structure?
Choose one
- Residential (1–4 units)
- Multi-family
- Vacant lot
- Mobile home
- Commercial - Mixed Use (CM)
- Industrial
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Please provide the Investor / Insurer
Choose one
- None
- FNMA
- FHLMC
- HUD
- VA
- FHA
- Other Fed Agency
- 501(c)(3) Organization
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OMT
Company contact details
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AMS
Company contact details
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What is the Foreclosure Status?
Choose one
- Pre-foreclosure / Pre-filing
- Public NOD (NOD, LP, NOP)
- REO
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What is the Occupancy Status?
Choose one
- Owner Occupied
- Confirmed Vacant
- Evidence of Vacancy
- Tenant Occupied
- Unknown
Optional
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Foreclosure Case Number
Reference number
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PM
Company contact details
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Last Inspection Date
Date
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Internal ID
Short answer
Fee Exemptions
Governmental entities must register but are exempt from registration fees.
Governmental entities include HUD, VA, and USDA mortgagees or owners.
Registration program
Vacant Property
Registration Requirements
In this jurisdiction, any owner of Vacant Property is required to register the property. Vacant Property is considered any parcel of land that contains any building or structure that is not lawfully occupied and is vacant for more than 30 days or any cancellation of utility or service, whichever occurs first.
Vacant Lots are not required to be registered.
The owner must maintain liability insurance in the amounts of $500,000 for a vacant residential building of 1-3 units; $750,000 for a vacant residential building containing 4-11 units; $1 million for a vacant residential building containing 12-48 units; $2 million for a vacant residential building containing more than 48 units; and $2 million for a vacant manufacturing, industrial, storage, or nonresidential commercial building.
Property Manager
Property manager contact information is required. Note the property manager must have 24 hour phone contact.
Signage
The property requires an 18 x 24 Posting in front window of the form:
THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY ____ AND IS INSPECTED ON A REGULAR BASIS. THE PROPERTY MANAGER CAN BE CONTACTED BY TELEPHONE AT _____ OR BY EMAIL AT _____
Fees
Fees for registrations starting on or after October 8, 2026.
| Registration fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Commercial | $1,000 |
| Industrial | $1,000 |
| Mobile home | $350 |
| Vacant lot | $250 |
| Multi-family | $500 |
| Residential (1–4 units) | $350 |
How your fee is worked out
The fee depends on the property type you select.
Based on your answer to “What is the property structure?”
Late fees
No late fees.
Fees are paid online by card or bank account when you submit your registration. A payment processing fee, if any, is shown before you pay.
What you’ll need
The online form asks for the following, starting with the property address.
Required
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Property Owner / Responsible Party
Contact details
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Property Manager / Local Contact
Contact details
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Most Recent Inspection Date (Regular Inspections Required)
Date
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Are utilities currently on for the property?
Yes or no
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Is liability insurance being maintained for this property?
Yes or no
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Is the property posted with any required signage?
Yes or no
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What is the property structure?
Choose one
- Commercial
- Industrial
- Mobile home
- Vacant lot
- Multi-family
- Residential (1–4 units)
Help with your registration
Hera Registry runs registration for Cicero Town. For help with the online form, payments, or your account, contact Hera support.
vpro@heraregistry.com 321-234-5303
Questions about local rules
Registration rules and fees are set by Cicero Town.
Information last updated September 17, 2026. FIPS code 1714351.