Alabama Administrative Code Title 490 - ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Here’s an overview of Alabama Administrative Code, Title 490 – Alabama Department of Human Resources, focusing on its two primary chapters:
🏛️ Title 490 – Alabama Department of Human Resources
Title 490 governs the operations of the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), which administers various public assistance programs, child welfare services, and other social services across the state.
📘 Chapter 490-X-1 – Definitions
This chapter provides the foundational definitions used throughout Title 490, ensuring clarity and consistency in the interpretation of terms related to DHR's programs and services.
📘 Chapter 490-X-2 – Procedures
Chapter 490-X-2 outlines the procedures for the conveyance of tax-delinquent property, specifically detailing the processes involved in the application, approval, and public notice requirements for such conveyances.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Section 490-X-2-.01 – Procedures for Application for Conveyance of Tax-Delinquent Property
Application Requirements: Individuals or entities seeking conveyance must submit an application including:
Applicant's name, address, and contact information.
Property's physical address and legal description.
Market value assessment from the appropriate county official.
Monetary offer for the purchase, not less than the market value.
Documentation of proposed property utilization, highlighting potential public benefits.
Optional: Photographs, historical images, plans, and any other relevant information.(law.cornell.edu)
Additional Information: The application may be obtained by contacting the Department of Revenue at (334) 242-1539. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Section 490-X-2-.02 – Procedures for Conveyance of Tax-Delinquent Property
Verification Process: Upon receiving an application, the Authority requests the Land Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Revenue to:
Confirm the property's jurisdiction.
Verify the amount of outstanding tax delinquency.
Provide documentation of prior public notices regarding the property.
Confirm any other relevant information.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us, regulations.justia.com)
Board Review: After verification, the Authority's Board reviews the application and supporting documents. The Board may then request the Land Commissioner to convey the state's interest in the property to the Authority via a tax deed.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Approval and Conveyance: Upon Board approval, the Authority may proceed to convey the property to the applicant via a tax deed. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Section 490-X-2-.03 – Required Public Notice
Prior Public Notice: If the property has been subject to prior public notice by the Commissioner of Revenue or a local official, the Authority may immediately convey the property to the applicant via tax deed.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
No Prior Public Notice: If no prior public notice has been made, the Authority must provide public notice of its intent to dispose of the property.
Notice must allow for objections, with a specified date, time, and place for public appearance.
If no objections are filed within 30 days, the Authority may proceed with the conveyance.(admincode.legislature.state.al.us, admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Statutory Authority: These procedures are authorized under Code of Ala. 1975, §§24-9-6, 24-9-7. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
🔗 Accessing the Full Text
Justia Overview: Provides a general overview of Title 490, including links to the chapters. (regulations.justia.com)
Cornell Legal Information Institute: Offers detailed sections of the chapters for in-depth reading. (law.cornell.edu)
Alabama Administrative Code Portal: Direct access to the official state regulations. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)(law.cornell.edu)
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