This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding mobile home parks and tenancy laws in Arizona. Key changes include the requirement for summons to be issued not later than the next judicial day after a complaint is filed, with specific provisions for serving summons by posting, including the necessity of photographing the posting with a time and date stamp. Additionally, the bill mandates that if a jury trial is requested, it must occur at least ten judicial days after the defendant is served, and it clarifies the conditions under which a landlord can charge fees for background checks and other tenant screening processes.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions that enhance tenant protections, such as requiring landlords to provide detailed disclosures about rental agreements, including all fees and costs associated with tenancy. It also stipulates that landlords must notify tenants of any rent increases at least ninety days in advance and outlines the process for sealing records related to tenancy termination actions. The bill aims to ensure transparency in rental agreements and protect tenants' rights while also establishing clearer guidelines for landlords in managing their properties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 12-1175, 12-1176, 12-1178, 33-1413.04, 33-1432, 33-1476, 33-1476.06, 33-1479, 33-1485, 33-1486, 33-1314, 33-1310, 33-1409, 33-2102, 13-1502, 33-1451, 13-1102, 13-1105, 13-105, 13-2308, 13-3211, 13-3451, 13-1202, 13-1203, 12-991, 33-1414