Escrow & Title
In Maine, a tax deed is issued when a property is sold by the municipality for:
AFailure to comply with building codes
BNonpayment of property taxes after proper notice✓ Correct
CViolation of zoning ordinances
DAbandonment of the property
Explanation
Maine municipalities may sell properties for nonpayment of property taxes after following proper statutory notice procedures. The purchaser at a tax sale receives a tax deed.
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