The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend existing statutes related to disputes between owners and condominium or planned community associations. Currently, the law allows for petitions to be filed with the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) for dispute hearings, but the filing fee is determined by the commissioner. The bill would establish a fixed filing fee of $300 per issue claimed in the petition, replacing the current language that leaves the fee amount to be established by the commissioner. Additionally, it affirms ADRE's authority to manage the dispute resolution process and clarifies that the new provisions do not alter any existing rights or powers granted to the commissioner.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new article that reiterates that the changes do not affect the rights or powers of the State Real Estate Commissioner regarding public reports. It specifies that the commissioner is not required to enforce provisions of the chapter as part of administering subdivision laws but must oversee the dispute resolution process authorized under the amended section. Overall, these updates aim to streamline the process for filing disputes and clarify the roles and responsibilities of the ADRE and the commissioner.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-2199.01
House Engrossed Version: 32-2199.01, 33-1270, 32-2199.05, 33-1202, 33-1802