MI HB6001

Allows cities with population of 7,500+ (or 3,300+ in counties with 1,500,000+ population) to establish administrative hearings bureaus to adjudicate blight violations and impose civil fines up to $10,000.

Requires written violation notices be served personally or by first-class mail, with optional additional service by email (with read receipt) or website posting.

Mandates hearing officers be attorneys licensed in Michigan for at least 5 years and must complete formal training on procedures, ordinance violations, evidence rules, and impartiality before conducting hearings.

Exempts foreclosing governmental units, land bank authorities, and entities acquiring property through foreclosure from penalties for unpaid fines of $1,000+.

Provides 14-day notice period for alleged violators to prepare for hearings in nonemergency situations and establishes circuit court appeal process with bond requirements.