Financial institutions: mortgage brokers and lenders; consolidation of certain licensing statutes related to residential mortgages; make conforming changes in the home rule city act. Amends sec. 4q of 1909 PA 279 (MCL 117.4q). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6177'26

This bill amends the Home Rule City Act to allow Michigan cities with specific population thresholds to establish administrative hearings bureaus for adjudicating blight violations. These bureaus would handle cases related to zoning, property maintenance, sanitation, and other local ordinances, with hearing officers required to be licensed attorneys who have completed formal training. The legislation sets limits on the bureaus' authority, such as capping civil fines at $10,000 and prohibiting incarceration, while also outlining procedures for issuing violation notices and accepting admissions of responsibility. Additionally, the bill includes protections for landlords participating in city rental inspection programs, ensuring they receive correction notices and a chance to fix issues before facing penalties unless an emergency exists.