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 charges. The bill introduces provisions that state any unpaid assessment or installment becomes delinquent after thirty days, accruing interest at a rate comparable to that of delinquent property taxes. It specifies that the interest on delinquent installments will be the greater of the statutory rate or five dollars. Additionally, the bill establishes a lien on real estate for any unpaid assessments, enforceable like property tax liens, but restricts foreclosure on owner-occupied properties unless the total principal exceeds three thousand dollars or three years have passed since the lien was filed.

Moreover, the bill allows municipalities to assign liens for unpaid sewer assessments and connection charges, maintaining the same restrictions for owner-occupied properties. It clarifies that municipalities can designate a tax collector or another individual for the collection of these charges and may enter into agreements with water companies for billing purposes. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and apply to actions filed on or after that date. The bill also repeals and replaces several subsections of existing statutes to incorporate these new provisions and restrictions, ensuring clarity and enforceability in the law.

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