Substitute Senate Bill No. 1317, also known as Public Act No. 25-23, amends Section 7-148aa of the general statutes regarding liens for violations of the housing code. The bill repeals the existing language and introduces new provisions that expand the types of municipal ordinances that can result in a lien on real estate for unpaid penalties. Specifically, it adds a new category for penalties imposed under ordinances that require the maintenance of safe and sanitary housing, alongside existing provisions for blight regulations.

The bill stipulates that any unpaid penalties from these ordinances will constitute a lien on the property from the date the penalty is imposed. It allows for these liens to be continued, recorded, and released similarly to property tax liens, and establishes that they will take precedence over other liens filed after July 1, 1997, except for taxes. This change aims to enhance the enforcement of housing regulations and ensure compliance with municipal housing standards. The new provisions will take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 7-148aa
PD Joint Favorable Substitute: 7-148aa
File No. 208: 7-148aa
Public Act No. 25-23: 7-148aa