Sec. 1. The rates and charges made, assessed, or established under this article against: (1) a lot; (2) a parcel of land; or (3) a building; that is served by the district are a lien against the lot, parcel of land, or building. As added by P.L.161-2002, SEC.2 and P.L.172-2002, SEC.7.
Sec. 2. Except as provided in section 5 of this chapter, a lien attaches on the date the rates and charges become sixty (60) days delinquent. The lien: (1) is superior to and takes precedence over all other liens except a lien for taxes; and (2) shall be enforced under this article. As added by […]
Sec. 3. If rates and charges are not paid within the time fixed by the governing body, the rates and charges become delinquent, and a penalty of ten percent (10%) of the amount of the rates and charges attaches to the rates and charges. The governing body may recover: (1) the amount due; (2) the […]
Sec. 4. The rates and charges, together with the penalty, are collectible in the manner provided by this article. As added by P.L.161-2002, SEC.2 and P.L.172-2002, SEC.7.
Sec. 5. (a) A rate or charge is not enforceable as a lien against a subsequent owner of property unless the lien for the rate or charge was recorded with the county recorder before the conveyance to the subsequent owner. (b) If the property is conveyed before the lien can be filed, the officer of […]
Sec. 6. (a) The district shall release: (1) liens filed with the county recorder after the recorded date of conveyance of the property; and (2) delinquent fees incurred by the seller; upon receipt of a verified demand in writing from the purchaser. (b) The demand must state the following: (1) That the delinquent fees were […]
