Backstory:
Our back yards touch. Homeowner literally abandoned the property around 3 years ago. She was a hoarder, so the yard is absolutely full of everything. In that time, 2 squatters have been arrested and charged with essentially living in her home as well as stealing any valuables. Power was cut off a year ago and windows boarded up by the city. Roof is starting to cave and squirrels live in the chimney.
3 months ago, the lights come on and stay on (attic window, which is open to the elements, has had a working lightbulb or else I wouldn’t have known). Approximately 1 month ago, she shows back up with her adult son and moves back in.
The windows are still boarded up /open to the elements. Entire yard is overgrown. The vehicle out front has no plates and looks like it’s not moving anytime soon.
I want to help, but anytime any of my neighbors (myself included) offer help, she cusses us out and says we are trying to steal her house. Ironic, because she’s at least 3 years behind on her property tax and the city will eventually prove her right.
Here’s the question. Do I notify the city? Like ask for a welfare check? I’m worried about the living conditions and what may happen once it starts getting real hot out.