This bill amends the Stille-DeRossett-Hale Single State Construction Code Act by modifying section 9c to allow cities that have assumed responsibility for the administration and enforcement of the act to establish ordinances that restrict individuals from applying for building permits, certificates of use and occupancy, or variances if they or the property owner are delinquent in paying civil fines, costs, or justice system assessments imposed by the city's administrative hearings bureau. The bill clarifies that this restriction does not apply to certain entities, including government-sponsored enterprises, financial institutions, mortgage servicers, and credit union service organizations, particularly if they acquired the property through foreclosure or a deed in lieu of foreclosure.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the ordinance does not apply to applications for building permits if the work authorized will address the blight violation associated with the delinquent payment. The bill also includes several insertions and deletions to refine definitions and clarify the eligibility criteria for applicants. Notably, it replaces the phrase "pursuant to" with "under" and provides a more detailed definition of "financial institution." The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of Senate Bill No. 631.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 125.1509