The bill amends the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act by modifying Section 406 to allow legislative bodies to charge reasonable fees for zoning permits related to the use, erection, alteration, or location of various structures within zoning districts. It introduces a provision that disqualifies individuals from applying for zoning authorizations if they are delinquent in paying civil fines or costs imposed by an administrative hearings bureau in their city. However, this disqualification does not apply to certain entities, such as government-sponsored enterprises, financial institutions, mortgage servicers, and credit union service organizations, particularly if they acquired the property through foreclosure.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the disqualification for delinquency does not apply if the zoning authorization sought is intended to address a blight violation associated with the delinquent payment. The bill also specifies that the definition of a financial institution is updated to include state or nationally chartered banks and federally insured savings entities. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of Senate Bill No. 631 from the 103rd Legislature.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 125.3406