Substitute Senate Bill No. 1187, also known as Public Act No. 25-150, amends existing laws concerning the enforcement of unpaid sewer assessments and related fees. The bill establishes that any unpaid assessment becomes delinquent after thirty days, accruing interest at a rate comparable to that of delinquent property taxes, with the interest on delinquent installments set at the greater of the statutory rate or five dollars. It also creates a lien on real estate for any unpaid assessments, enforceable similarly to property tax liens. However, the bill restricts the foreclosure of such liens on owner-occupied properties unless the total amount exceeds three thousand dollars or three years have passed since the lien was filed.

Additionally, the bill allows municipalities to assign liens for unpaid sewer assessments and connection charges, maintaining the same restrictions on owner-occupied properties. The terms of these assignments will be negotiated between the municipality and the assignee. Furthermore, the legislation clarifies that municipalities can designate collectors for sewerage system charges and enter into agreements with water companies for billing and collection purposes. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the collection process for unpaid sewer assessments while providing necessary protections for homeowners against aggressive foreclosure actions.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill:
PD Joint Favorable Substitute:
File No. 329:
Public Act No. 25-150: