NC H622

Limits periodic building inspections in cities with populations under 25,000 to situations where reasonable cause exists, such as landlord history of more than two violations in 12 months, complaints, or visible violations.

Allows cities under 25,000 to conduct targeted periodic inspections in designated geographic areas only after providing notice, holding a public hearing, and establishing a plan to help low-income property owners comply with housing codes.

Prohibits cities under 25,000 from requiring rental property permits (except for properties with more than three violations in 12 months or in top 10% crime areas), mandating enrollment in government programs, or levying special taxes on rental properties.

Permits registration fees for rental properties only if they have more than two verified violations in 12 months or are in top 10% crime areas, with grandfathered programs allowed to charge all rental properties up to $50 annually for large properties and $15 for small properties.

Restricts the inspection provisions in G.S. 160A-424 to cities with populations of 25,000 or more, creating separate inspection rules for smaller cities.