Bill > HB2544

This bill amends existing Arizona law regarding building permits and utility providers, primarily by removing provisions that previously restricted municipalities and counties from regulating a building permit applicant's choice of utility provider. Specifically, it repeals sections that stated the regulation of utility providers was a matter of statewide concern and that municipalities and counties could not deny permits based on the proposed utility provider or impose fees that restricted the use of a chosen utility. The bill also clarifies that municipalities and counties cannot require applicants to hold a transaction privilege tax license or business license as a condition for issuing a building permit, though they can require a business license application within thirty days of permit issuance if one isn't already held. Additionally, it addresses situations where construction occurred without a permit, stating that subsequent owners won't be required to obtain a permit for prior work unless it affects public health or safety. The bill also repeals two sections of Arizona Revised Statutes related to these matters.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84332