What is the maximum rate a municipality may collect for security on expenditures made on liens?

The maximum rate a municipality may collect for security on expenditures made on liens is 10%. This rate is established to create a standard for municipalities to ensure that they can recover costs associated with liens while not excessively burdening property owners. Setting a cap at 10% is a balance that allows for the recovery of administrative costs without making it overly punitive for the property owners who may already be facing financial hardships.

The percentage reflects considerations of fairness and the administrative costs associated with maintaining and enforcing lien laws. This ensures that municipalities can adequately fund their code enforcement efforts while also providing a reasonable approach to property owners who might be financially impacted by these liens.