This bill proposes several updates to existing statutes regarding real estate and water supply management in Arizona. Key changes include the requirement for individuals seeking building permits for six or more detached single-family residences, multifamily residential properties, or condominiums within active management areas to obtain a certificate of assured water supply or a written commitment of water service from a designated provider. This requirement is applicable to applications submitted after September 30, 2024. Additionally, the bill introduces a new activation fee for residential lease communities and condominiums constructed after January 1, 2026, which will be levied by the district to support water replenishment efforts.

The bill also clarifies definitions related to water supply and management, such as "residential lease community," "multifamily residential property," and "condominium," while updating existing definitions to ensure consistency with current legal language. Furthermore, it modifies the process for annual membership dues, allowing the district to charge dues on residences within residential lease communities and units within condominiums, thereby expanding the scope of properties subject to these fees. Overall, the proposed changes aim to enhance water supply assurance and management in the context of growing residential developments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 45-576, 48-3701, 48-3772, 48-3774.01, 48-3779, 32-2101, 32-2181, 45-514, 45-515, 49-201, 45-497, 45-579, 45-576.02, 9-463.01, 11-823, 11-822, 33-1202, 49-746, 48-3774, 48-3775, 48-3780, 45-402, 45-802.01, 48-3778, 48-3781, 32-2183, 45-576.07, 45-101, 45-547, 45-553, 45-554, 48-3780.01, 45-578, 45-859.01, 45-2401