Bill > SB1659

This bill amends Arizona law concerning homeowners' associations (HOAs) and planned communities, clarifying their rulemaking authority and responsibilities. It specifies that HOAs can adopt and amend bylaws and rules, and outlines the types of rules they are permitted to create, such as those protecting residents from unreasonable interference, discrimination, or hostile environments, and those allowing for reasonable accommodations for disabled individuals. The bill also clarifies that rules must be reasonable, meaning they cannot be arbitrary or capricious and must be enforced fairly and consistently. Importantly, it prohibits HOAs from adopting rules that restrict physical characteristics, use, or occupancy of individual units, or that unreasonably burden fundamental constitutional rights like freedom of speech or religion. Additionally, the bill addresses the handling of security deposits for construction projects within planned communities, detailing requirements for trust accounts, reviews, and the release of funds.

Government Affairs

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85298