This bill amends R.S.40:49-5 to allow municipalities to impose fines for housing or zoning code violations for each day that the violation continues until the owner has cured or abated the condition. The bill also includes a provision that validates actions taken in accordance with the amended law. Additionally, it specifies that municipalities imposing fines greater than $1,250 must provide a 30-day period for the owner to address the violation and an opportunity for a hearing before a court.

The bill is a response to a recent appellate court decision that reversed certain municipal ordinances allowing daily fines for ongoing violations. By explicitly stating that municipalities can impose daily fines, the bill aims to clarify and reinforce the authority of local governments in enforcing housing and zoning codes. The new legal language inserted into the law ensures that municipalities can continue to hold property owners accountable for persistent violations.