Bill > SB757

This bill modifies existing California law regarding nuisance abatement procedures for counties and cities, providing new guidelines for how local governments can collect fines and impose liens for property code violations. Specifically, the bill authorizes local governments to collect fines for certain violations related to nuisance abatement through liens or special assessments, but only for violations involving electrical, plumbing, or structural issues that create health and safety dangers. The bill requires that any recovered fines must be used to either streamline housing permit issuance or establish a revolving loan fund for housing rehabilitation. Additionally, the bill mandates that local governments create a hardship waiver process, which must completely waive fines for individuals with incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty line. Before imposing penalties, local governments must provide a 60-day period for property owners to correct violations, except in cases of immediate health or safety risks. These provisions are set to remain in effect until January 1, 2035, after which the current law will be repealed and replaced with a new version. The bill aims to balance enforcement of property maintenance standards with protections for property owners facing financial challenges.

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