West Virginia will document its abandoned buildings, one by one

West Virginia has hired a company to document its abandoned buildings and excess structures. This means the state will now have a detailed record of these properties, which could lead to future demolition or redevelopment.

For years, many states have had a vague idea of how many abandoned buildings they have, but no precise inventory. This contract means West Virginia is creating a detailed, official record of these structures. This kind of documentation is the first step toward making decisions about what to do with them, whether that's demolition, renovation, or sale.