The bill amends K.S.A. 12-16,138 to establish new regulations regarding residential property inspections in Kansas. It prohibits cities and counties from enforcing residential property licensing ordinances that require periodic interior inspections of privately owned residential properties without the consent of the lawful occupant. However, it allows the city of Topeka to mandate such inspections for properties receiving direct public financial assistance for tenant rent, provided that tenants are given reasonable notice of the inspection date and time. If a tenant objects to the inspection, the city must obtain an administrative search warrant to proceed.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the term "direct public financial assistance" refers to payments from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The provisions allowing Topeka to require inspections will expire on July 1, 2030. The bill also includes a repeal of the existing K.S.A. 12-16,138, indicating a significant change in the legal framework governing residential property inspections in the state.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 12-16
As Amended by House Committee: 12-16
As Amended by Senate Committee: 12-16