Indiana Code 36-1-20 restricts the scope of local rental inspection and registration programs. Cities may operate registration programs but cannot impose unreasonable fees or inspect units more than once every five years absent specific cause or tenant complaint.
Under Indiana Code 36-1-20-4.5, a political subdivision may require registration of rental properties and conduct periodic inspections, but the program must comply with statutory limits. Inspections may not occur more frequently than every five years for compliant properties unless triggered by complaint, evidence of code violation, or change in ownership. Registration fees must reasonably reflect program administration costs. Properties owned by registered landlords with no recent violations qualify for reduced inspection frequency. The statute preempts more aggressive local inspection regimes and provides landlords statewide procedural protections.
Cities exceeding statutory inspection frequency or charging excessive fees may face challenges; landlords may seek judicial review of overreaching programs.
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