Register a property with Pekin City
Pekin City runs the registration programs below. Review what you need and what it costs, then register online.
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Property Subject to Foreclosure
$300 per 6 months
Every 6 months Late fees apply Inspection required
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Vacant Property
$300 per 6 months
Every 6 months Late fees apply
Registration program
Property Subject to Foreclosure
Registration Requirements
A Registrable Property is any real property that:
Has been the subject of a foreclosure action and the mortgagee has taken title to the property (REO); 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 the property becoming REO.
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.
Property Manager
If the property is vacant, a property manager must be designated.
A 24-hour contact telephone number is required.
Fees
Fees for registrations starting on or after October 8, 2026.
| Registration fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee | $300 |
Late fees
- A late fee of 10% of the registration fee is added if the registration fee is not paid within 30 days of the start of the registration period.
- An additional 10% of the registration fee is added every 30 days after the first late fee until the registration fee is paid.
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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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
OMT Update
OMT changes do not require a new registration but must be updated within 10 days.
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 occupied or inhabited.
If an new owner purchases a vacant property, it need not be registered if the property will be occupied within 30 days.
Vacant Lots are not required to be registered.
Fees
Fees for registrations starting on or after October 8, 2026.
| Registration fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee | $300 |
Late fees
- A late fee of 10% of the registration fee is added if the registration fee is not paid within 30 days of the start of the registration period.
- An additional 10% of the registration fee is added every 30 days after the first late fee until the registration fee is paid.
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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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
Help with your registration
Hera Registry runs registration for Pekin City. 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 Pekin City.
Information last updated September 7, 2026. FIPS code 1758447.