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SCS/SB 203 - This act modifies how actions against another property owner whose property is a nuisance are brought in certain cities and counties. Specifically this act modifies how notice of a nuisance is given to the property owner or tenant of the property. Also, this act modifies how proceedings seeking an injunctive relief against the property owner under this act are conducted. The definitions of the terms "nuisance" and "neighborhood organizations", as they are used in this act, are modified. Property owners and neighborhood organizations seeking injunctive relief under this act will no longer have to show they are suffering actual damages as a result of the nuisance in order to bring such an action. Additionally, this act permits attorney's fees being awarded in certain circumstances to the party who brought the action. Finally, this act repeals a defense available to property owners who are acting in good faith to comply with an order issued by the Department of Natural Resources, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, or the Office of the Attorney General. This act is similar to SB 225 (2019). CHARLEY MERRIWEATHER
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