HOA Priority Bills:

House Bill 2342

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; SHADE STRUCTURES

Prohibits a planned community association (HOA) from prohibiting the backyard installation or
use of a “shade structure” (defined). Allows HOAs to adopt reasonable rules on size, placement
or appearance that do not impair function, restrict use, increase cost or exceed applicable
municipal zoning height and setback standards. HOUSE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/31/26 – Placed on Senate Caucus Calendar

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House Bill 2397

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; PROPERTY COVENANTS; DISCLOSURE

Requires condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) to provide additional resale
disclosure information to purchasers, including board meeting minutes, financial statements,
outstanding violations, special assessments and insurance information, and allows the
disclosures to be transmitted electronically. Requires HOAs to disclose title transfer fees,
declarant control status, ownership concentration and certain purchaser acknowledgment
statements regarding HOA obligations. Authorizes purchasers or sellers to pursue legal remedies
if an HOA or owner knowingly or recklessly fails to provide required disclosures or provides
materially false or misleading information. HOUSE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/30/26 – Senate Standing Committee – Senate Rules OK

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House Bill 4011

HOA; DUTIES

Imposes a duty on condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to
act reasonably in exercising discretionary powers, defined as acting neutrally, fairly, without
favoritism, and in a nonarbitrary manner.

Last Action: 4/7/26 – Placed on Senate Caucus Calendar

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Senate Bill 1184

HOAS; UNIFORMED SERVICES DIVISION FLAGS

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) from prohibiting the display
of division flags of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, or Coast Guard.
SENATE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 4/2/26 – Placed on House Third Reading Calendar

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Senate Bill 1246

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FORECLOSURE PROCESS

Increases the delinquency thresholds that allow a condominium association or planned
community association (HOA) to foreclose on a common expense lien to 18 months or $10,000,
instead of one year or $1,200, and provides that for any special assessment with an initial value
of $10,000 or more, only the 18-month delinquency threshold applies. SENATE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/31/26 – Placed on House Caucus Calendar

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Senate Bill 1290

AGRICULTURE PROPERTY; INSPECTIONS

Requires the Arizona Department of Revenue and county assessors to notify the owner or
possessor of property before conducting an inspection related to property valuation, provide the
date of the inspection, and provide a copy of the inspection report after the inspection. Prohibits
a county assessor from conducting an on-site inspection of agricultural property for three years
after the most recent inspection if the property meets agricultural classification criteria, unless
the property owner files a change in use notice, the property is split, the ownership or lease of
the property changes, or a taxable improvement is made to the property. SENATE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/31/26 – Placed on House Caucus Calendar

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Senate Bill 1582

PLANNED COMMUNITIES; PETS; BACKYARD FOWL

Last Action: 4/8/26 – Placed on House Minority Caucus Calendar

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Senate Bill 1808

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ALLIED COUNTRIES’ FLAGS

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations from banning the outdoor display
of flags from a nation allied with the United States as a major non-NATO ally and that was
established on May 14, 1948. SENATE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/31/26 – Placed on House Caucus Calendar

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HOA Dead Bills:

These HOA bills are effectively ‘dead’ for this session as they missed the February 20th deadline to be heard in their house of origin. However, there’s still a chance language within these bills could come back later in the form of amendments as the session moves forward.

House Bill 2128

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; CONDOMINIUMS; ACTIONS; MEETINGS

Prohibits homeowners’ associations and condominium associations (HOAs), after termination of
the period of declarant control, from taking board action without a meeting by excluding HOAs
from the statute that allows action by unanimous written consent. HOUSE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/11/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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House Bill 2185

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LAWNS; DROUGHT

Prohibits a condominium or planned community association from requiring overseeding or
watering of lawns during a drought declaration or drought emergency declaration issued by the
Governor. HOUSE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/2/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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House Bill 2172

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; EXPIRATION

Requires each planned community declaration to expire and become unenforceable, and
requires the associated homeowners’ association (HOA) to dissolve, on either January 1, 2127, or
100 years after the original declaration was recorded, whichever is later. Requires a dissolved
HOA to wind up and liquidate its affairs as provided by law. Authorizes property owners in a
terminated planned community to voluntarily reestablish a planned community after expiration.

Last Action: 2/25/26 – House Third Reading – House Passed (52-2-6-0-0)

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House Bill 2212

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LOBBYING; POLITICAL ACTIVITY

Prohibits condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) from spending
HOA monies on any organization that engages in lobbying or attempts to influence the outcome
of an election, regardless of provisions in the HOA documents.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2277

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FISCAL DUTIES

Requires boards of directors of condominium and planned community associations (HOAs), after
declarant control ends, to adopt prudent annual operating budgets, provide budget comparison
reports, and manage expenses within approved budgets. Requires unit owner or member
ratification for assessment increases of 5 percent or more for HOAs of 50 units or members or
more, for supplemental assessments, and for special assessments or financing that encumbers
future revenues or common property. Requires HOA boards to act in the best interest of the HOA
by exercising prudency in contracting, ensuring oversight of contractors, maintaining HOAcontrolled
accounts, and reviewing financial reports. Requires surplus operating funds to be
refunded or credited to owners or members unless a majority votes to transfer surplus funds to
long-term reserve accounts.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2353

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS;CUMULATIVE VOTING; PROHIBITION

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) from using cumulative
voting for the election of directors. Allows an owner who owns more than one unit or property to
cast a separate ballot for each unit or property owned.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2606

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUEST

Conditions homeowners’ association (HOA) records requests on good faith, a stated proper
purpose, and a direct connection between the requested records and that purpose. Defines the
specific categories of “financial and other records” that HOAs must provide, deems records
posted online to be reasonably available, and allows HOAs to decline duplicative requests for
records previously provided.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2612

RECORDS REQUESTS; HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS

Allows condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) to withhold from disclosure
records that were requested within the preceding two years and have not been modified.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2613

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Authorizes condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) to conduct meetings of
members and boards through online or virtual platforms. Prohibits proxy voting after termination
of declarant control and standardizes voting procedures by requiring in-person, absentee,
written, or electronic ballots that meet specified content, delivery, quorum, and record-retention
requirements. Reduces the quorum for an annual meeting to one-tenth of the total votes entitled
to be cast unless the governing documents specify a lower amount.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2614

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Modifies condominium and planned community association (HOA) statutes to define
assessments and distinguish common expense liens from other member expenses.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2743

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; UNLAWFUL PROVISIONS; DAMAGES

Imposes statutory damages on condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) that
fail to amend or remove declaration, bylaw, or rule provisions prohibited by law after receiving
written notice from an owner or member. Sets damages at $1,000 after a first notice and $2,500
after a second or subsequent notice, accruing based on the number of notices received
regardless of the sender. Authorizes owners and members to seek damages against an HOA in
any court of competent jurisdiction.

Last Action: 1/21/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2834

CLAIMS AGAINST HOAS; FILING FEES

Sets the filing fee for a petition to the Department of Real Estate regarding a dispute between an
owner and a condominium or planned community association (HOA) at $300 per issue claimed
in the petition, instead of a fee set by the State Real Estate Commissioner. Requires the
Commissioner to administer the dispute resolution process for condominium and planned
community association disputes. HOUSE ENGROSSED

Last Action: 3/16/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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House Bill 2909

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS; REAL ESTATE

Assigns the Department of Real Estate responsibility to administer the dispute resolution
process for condominiums and planned communities. Limits the filing fee for condominium and
planned community dispute petitions to no more than superior court application fees and caps
each petition at four distinct complaints. Authorizes administrative law judges (ALJs) to impose
civil penalties of up to $500 per complaint or other statutory penalties. Requires a person to pay
a filing fee to request a rehearing of an ALJ decision, and refunds the fee if the rehearing is
denied.

Last Action: 1/29/26 – House Standing Committee – House Withdrawn from Government

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House Bill 4017

PET OWNERSHIP LIMITS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES

Prohibits a planned community association from prohibiting or otherwise limiting a household
pet by breed, size, or weight and makes any such provisions unenforceable regardless of when
adopted. Allows a planned community association to adopt reasonable rules regarding pet
behavior that are consistent with federal, state, and local laws.

Last Action: 3/9/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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House Bill 4050

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FORECLOSURE PROCESS

Increases the delinquency thresholds that allow a condominium association or planned
community association (HOA) to foreclose on a common expense lien to 18 months or $10,000,
instead of one year or $1,200, and applies only the 18-month threshold for special assessments
of $10,000 or more. Requires HOAs to maintain accurate account records that distinguish
between charges included in the common expense lien and other member charges. Bars
enforcement of charges assessed in violation of statute or governing documents. Allows a
member to challenge any contested charge in court during an HOA action to enforce a common
expense lien or judgment lien and requires the court to extinguish and exclude any invalid charge
and related collection costs or fees from the lien.

Last Action: 2/10/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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Senate Bill 1083

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ADDRESS LIGHTS

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) from banning the
installation or use of a lighted home address device that displays the house number, flashes to
signal an emergency, is visible from the street and includes a low-light adjustment. Allows HOAs
to adopt reasonable placement and lighting rules that do not impair the function, purpose, cost
or efficiency of the device and that comply with municipal lighting ordinances. Requires a court
to award reasonable attorney fees and costs to a party who substantially prevails in an action
against an HOA board for violating these provisions.

Last Action: 3/4/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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Senate Bill 1151

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; OPEN MEETINGS

Authorizes condominium and planned community association (HOA) boards of directors to meet
using remote meeting technology and establishes requirements for remote meetings. Declares
quorum requirements for annual and special meetings of an HOA are the same as regular
meeting quorum requirements. Requires the HOA to reconvene an annual or special meeting to
elect board members within 14 days if a quorum is not present, and to conduct the election once
quorum is satisfied. Requires unit owners present to conduct meetings through motions decided
by voice vote or show of hands, with the board facilitating and ensuring minutes are taken.
Requires ballot actions to follow existing procedures, guarantees owners an opportunity to
speak before votes, and establishes voting, roll call, and recordkeeping requirements for remote
meetings. Requires the HOA board to present a financial and operations report at the annual
meeting and to open the floor for owner questions.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1158

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS; REAL ESTATE

Assigns the Department of Real Estate responsibility to administer the dispute resolution
process for condominiums and planned communities. Limits the filing fee for condominium and
planned community dispute petitions to no more than superior court application fees and caps
each petition at four distinct complaints. Authorizes administrative law judges (ALJs) to impose
civil penalties of up to $500 per complaint or other statutory penalties. Requires a person to pay
a filing fee to request a rehearing of an ALJ decision, and refunds the fee if the rehearing is
denied.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1260

HOAS; COMPLAINTS; DISPOSITIONS; ONLINE ACCESS

Requires condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to maintain
written or electronic records of all alleged violations from the preceding two years, including the
disposition, dates and any penalties imposed. Requires HOAs to make violation records available
to all unit owners or members through a website or upon request and to update the records at
least monthly while distinguishing resolved from unresolved violations and protecting personal
privacy through redaction. Authorizes the State Real Estate Department or an affected owner or
member through an administrative hearing to enforce compliance and to impose a civil penalty
of up to $500 per month for noncompliance.

Last Action: 1/21/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1438

HOA VOTING; ELECTIONS; BALLOT MEASURES

Revises condominium association and planned community association (HOA) election laws by
prohibiting delegate voting after declarant control ends and authorizing electronic and online
voting with required paper ballot alternatives. Establishes HOA voting eligibility standards, ballot
content requirements, delivery and receipt timelines, voter identification verification, record
retention, and prompt posting of results for board elections and ballot measures. Requires HOAs
to ensure ballot integrity, and provides procedures to challenge and invalidate elections for
substantive violations.

Last Action:1/28/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Rules – Referred to Senate Government

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Senate Bill 1440

HOAS; CONDOMINIUMS; ENFORCEMENT; DUE PROCESS

Expands due process protections for condominium association and planned community
association (HOA) enforcement by requiring detailed violation notices, shorter response
timelines, and guaranteed hearings with advance notice and an opportunity to be heard. Limits
HOA penalties by prohibiting penalties that restrict voting or access to vital services, capping
interest and escalation frequency, barring fees for due process, and invalidating penalties
imposed without compliance with the procedures. Requires HOAs to publish enforcement
policies, ensure fair and consistent enforcement, post-hearing remedies, and inform owners of
the right to seek an administrative hearing with the State Real Estate Department.

Last Action: 1/28/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Rules – Referred to Senate Government

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Senate Bill 1500

CONDOMINIUMS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES; ASSESSMENTS

Limits condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) from increasing
regular assessments by more than three percent over the prior fiscal year without approval of at
least 67 percent of the members. Requires HOA boards, before approving any assessment
increase or vendor contract increase, to provide members with detailed financial justifications,
year-over-year expense comparisons and cost breakdowns.

Last Action: 1/29/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1659

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RULEMAKING

Requires condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to adopt and
enforce rules with reasonable discretion to protect property values and safety while limiting
rulemaking that restricts unit owners’ rights, physical characteristics, use or occupancy, or
constitutional rights unless expressly authorized. Specifies permissible purposes for rules,
defines when rules are reasonable, and places the burden of proof on HOAs to show compliance
when enforcing rules or defending challenges. Limits HOAs’ authority to adopt or enforce rules
that alter allocated interests or common expense liability.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1674

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RULES; ENFORCEMENT

Requires condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to enforce
governing documents with reasonable discretion to protect property values and prohibits
optional, arbitrary, capricious, or selective enforcement. Makes all enforcement actions public
records of the HOA subject to inspection.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1722

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; QUORUM

Modifies open meeting requirements for condominium associations and planned community
associations (HOAs) by expressly excluding casual, informal discussions among directors acting
in their individual capacities from notice and open meeting rules.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1729

PET OWNERSHIP LIMITS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES

Prohibits a planned community association from prohibiting or otherwise limiting a household
pet by breed, size, or weight and makes any such provisions unenforceable regardless of when
adopted. Allows a planned community association to adopt reasonable rules regarding pet
behavior that are consistent with federal, state, and local laws.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1806

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DECLARATION AMENDMENT

Allows condominium and planned community declarations to be amended by a majority vote of
those voting after notice if at least 95 percent of the units or properties have been sold to
persons other than the declarant, instead of requiring the higher voting thresholds otherwise
specified in the declaration. Requires boards or members to provide at least 60 days’ notice and
access to the proposed amendment before the meeting and to promptly record the amended
declaration upon approval.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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HOA Priority Bills:

House Bill 2128

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; CONDOMINIUMS; ACTIONS; MEETINGS

Last Action: 1/13/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2172

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; EXPIRATION

Last Action: 1/13/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2185

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LAWNS; DROUGHT

Last Action: 2/3/26 – House Minority Caucus – Placed on House Minority Caucus Calendar

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House Bill 2212

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LOBBYING; POLITICAL ACTIVITY

Last Action: 1/15/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2277

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FISCAL DUTIES

Last Action: 1/15/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2342

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; SHADE STRUCTURES

Last Action:

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House Bill 2353

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS;CUMULATIVE VOTING; PROHIBITION

Last Action:

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House Bill 2397

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; PROPERTY COVENANTS; DISCLOSURE

Last Action: 1/22/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2606

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUEST

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2612

RECORDS REQUESTS; HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2613

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2614

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2743

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; UNLAWFUL PROVISIONS; DAMAGES

Last Action: 1/21/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2834

CLAIMS AGAINST HOAS; FILING FEES

Last Action: 1/21/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2909

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS; REAL ESTATE

Last Action: 1/29/26 – House Standing Committee – Referred to House Committee

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House Bill 4011

HOA; DUTIES

Last Action:

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House Bill 4017

PET OWNERSHIP LIMITS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES

Last Action:

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Senate Bill 1083

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ADDRESS LIGHTS

Last Action: 2/3/26 – Senate Caucus – Placed on Senate Caucus Calendar

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Senate Bill 1151

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; OPEN MEETINGS

Last Action: 1/15/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1158

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS; REAL ESTATE

Last Action: 1/15/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1184

HOAS; UNIFORMED SERVICES DIVISION FLAGS

Last Action: 2/3/26 – Senate Caucus – Placed on Senate Caucus Calendar

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Senate Bill 1246

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FORECLOSURE PROCESS

Last Action: 1/21/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1260

HOAS; COMPLAINTS; DISPOSITIONS; ONLINE ACCESS

Last Action: 1/21/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill1438

HOA VOTING; ELECTIONS; BALLOT MEASURES

Last Action:1/28/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Rules – Referred to Senate Government

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Senate Bill 1440

HOAS; CONDOMINIUMS; ENFORCEMENT; DUE PROCESS

Last Action: 1/28/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Rules – Referred to Senate Government

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Senate Bill 1500

CONDOMINIUMS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES; ASSESSMENTS

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1659

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RULEMAKING

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1674

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RULES; ENFORCEMENT

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1722

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; QUORUM

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1729

PET OWNERSHIP LIMITS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1806

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DECLARATION AMENDMENT

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1808

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ALLIED COUNTRIES’ FLAGS

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; CONDOMINIUMS; ACTIONS; MEETINGS

Prohibits homeowners’ associations and condominium associations (HOAs) from taking board action without a meeting by excluding HOAs from the statute that allows action by unanimous written consent.

House Bill 2185

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LAWNS; DROUGHT

Prohibits a condominium or planned community association from requiring overseeding or watering of lawns during a drought year.

House Bill 2342

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; SHADE STRUCTURES

Summary – TBD

House Bill 2397

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; PROPERTY COVENANTS; DISCLOSURE

Prohibits enforcement of private covenants that violate public policy and allows any property owner subject to a private covenant to challenge the validity of any covenant provision in court. Invalidates condominium and planned community association (HOA) provisions that require mandatory assessments for private recreational clubs or for maintenance or use of third-party property not owned by the HOA and prohibits use of common expense assessments for those purposes, while allowing voluntary assessments for these purposes. Expands resale disclosure requirements for HOA units, including financial statements, statement of declarant control, and a signed statement of common expense assessments.

House Bill 2834

CLAIMS AGAINST HOAS; FILING FEES

Sets the filing fee for a petition to the Department of Real Estate regarding a dispute between an owner and a condominium or planned community association (HOA) at $100 per issue claimed in the petition, instead of a fee set by the Commissioner.

House Bill 4011

HOA; DUTIES

Last Action:

House Bill 4017

PET OWNERSHIP LIMITS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES

Last Action:

Senate Bill 1083

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ADDRESS LIGHTS

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) from banning the installation or use of a lighted home address device that displays the house number, flashes to signal an emergency, is visible from the street, and includes a low-light adjustment. Allows HOAs to adopt reasonable placement and lighting rules that do not impair the function, purpose, cost or efficiency of the device and that comply with municipal lighting ordinances. Requires a court to award reasonable attorney fees and costs to a party who substantially prevails in an action against an HOA board for violating these provisions.

Senate Bill 1184

HOAS; UNIFORMED SERVICES DIVISION FLAGS

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) from prohibiting the display of uniformed services of the United States division flags.

Senate Bill 1246

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FORECLOSURE PROCESS

Increases the delinquency thresholds that allow a condominium association or planned community association (HOA) to foreclose on a common expense lien to 18 months or $10,000, instead of one year or $1,200, and applies only the 18-month threshold for special assessments of $10,000 or more. Requires HOAs to maintain accurate account records that distinguish between charges included in the common expense lien and other member charges. Bars enforcement of charges assessed in violation of statute or governing documents. Allows a member to challenge any contested charge in court during an HOA action to enforce a common expense lien or judgment lien and requires the court to extinguish and exclude any invalid charge and related collection costs or fees from the lien.

Senate Bill 1808

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ALLIED COUNTRIES’ FLAGS

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

HOA Dead Bills:

These HOA bills are effectively ‘dead’ for this session as they missed the February 20th deadline to be heard in their house of origin. However, there’s still a chance language within these bills could come back later in the form of amendments as the session moves forward.

HOA Dead Bills:

These HOA bills are effectively ‘dead’ for this session as they missed the February 20th deadline to be heard in their house of origin. However, there’s still a chance language within these bills could come back later in the form of amendments as the session moves forward.

House Bill 2172

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; EXPIRATION

Requires each planned community declaration to expire and become unenforceable, and requires the associated homeowners’ association (HOA) to dissolve, on either January 1, 2127, or 100 years after the original declaration was recorded, whichever is later. Requires a dissolved HOA to wind up and liquidate its affairs as provided by law. Authorizes property owners in a terminated planned community to voluntarily reestablish a planned community after expiration.

House Bill 2212

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LOBBYING; POLITICAL ACTIVITY

Prohibits condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) from spending HOA monies on any organization that engages in lobbying or attempts to influence the outcome of an election, regardless of provisions in the HOA documents.

House Bill 2277

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FISCAL DUTIES

Requires boards of directors of condominium and planned community associations (HOAs), after declarant control ends, to adopt prudent annual operating budgets, provide budget comparison reports, and manage expenses within approved budgets. Requires unit owner or member ratification for assessment increases of 5 percent or more for HOAs of 50 units or members or more, for supplemental assessments, and for special assessments or financing that encumbers future revenues or common property. Requires HOA boards to act in the best interest of the HOA by exercising prudency in contracting, ensuring oversight of contractors, maintaining HOA-controlled accounts, and reviewing financial reports. Requires surplus operating funds to be refunded or credited to owners or members unless a majority votes to transfer surplus funds to long-term reserve accounts.

House Bill 2353

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS;CUMULATIVE VOTING; PROHIBITION

Summary – TBD

House Bill 2606

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUEST

Conditions homeowners’ association (HOA) records requests on good faith, a stated proper purpose, and a direct connection between the requested records and that purpose. Defines the specific categories of “financial and other records” that HOAs must provide, deems records posted online to be reasonably available, and allows HOAs to decline duplicative requests for records previously provided.

House Bill 2612

RECORDS REQUESTS; HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS

Allows condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) to withhold from disclosure records that were requested within the preceding two years and have not been modified.

House Bill 2613

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Authorizes condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) to conduct meetings of members and boards through online or virtual platforms. Prohibits proxy voting after termination of declarant control and standardizes voting procedures by requiring in-person, absentee, written, or electronic ballots that meet specified content, delivery, quorum, and record-retention requirements. Reduces the quorum for an annual meeting to one-tenth of the total votes entitled to be cast unless the governing documents specify a lower amount.

House Bill 2614

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Modifies condominium and planned community association (HOA) statutes to define assessments and distinguish common expense liens from other member expenses

House Bill 2743

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; UNLAWFUL PROVISIONS; DAMAGES

Imposes statutory damages on condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) that fail to amend or remove declaration, bylaw, or rule provisions prohibited by law after receiving written notice from an owner or member. Sets damages at $1,000 after a first notice and $2,500 after a second or subsequent notice, accruing based on the number of notices received, regardless of the sender. Authorizes owners and members to seek damages against an HOA in any court of competent jurisdiction.

House Bill 2909

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS; REAL ESTATE

Assigns the Department of Real Estate responsibility to administer the dispute resolution process for condominiums and planned communities. Limits the filing fee for condominium and planned community dispute petitions to no more than superior court application fees and caps each petition at four distinct complaints. Authorizes administrative law judges (ALJs) to impose civil penalties of up to $500 per complaint or other statutory penalties. Requires a person to pay a filing fee to request a rehearing of an ALJ decision, and refunds the fee if the rehearing is denied.

House Bill 4050

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FORECLOSURE PROCESS

Senate Bill 1151

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; OPEN MEETINGS

Authorizes condominium and planned community association (HOA) boards of directors to meet using remote meeting technology and establishes requirements for remote meetings. Declares quorum requirements for annual and special meetings of an HOA are the same as regular meeting quorum requirements. Requires the HOA to reconvene an annual or special meeting to elect board members within 14 days if a quorum is not present, and to conduct the election once quorum is satisfied. Requires unit owners present to conduct meetings through motions decided by voice vote or show of hands, with the board facilitating and ensuring minutes are taken. Requires ballot actions to follow existing procedures, guarantees owners an opportunity to speak before votes, and establishes voting, roll call, and recordkeeping requirements for remote meetings. Requires the HOA board to present a financial and operations report at the annual meeting and to open the floor for owner questions.

Senate Bill 1158

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS; REAL ESTATE

Assigns the Department of Real Estate responsibility to administer the dispute resolution process for condominiums and planned communities. Limits the filing fee for condominium and planned community dispute petitions to no more than superior court application fees and caps each petition at four distinct complaints. Authorizes administrative law judges (ALJs) to impose civil penalties of up to $500 per complaint or other statutory penalties. Requires a person to pay a filing fee to request a rehearing of an ALJ decision, and refunds the fee if the rehearing is denied.

Senate Bill 1260

HOAS; COMPLAINTS; DISPOSITIONS; ONLINE ACCESS

Requires condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to maintain written or electronic records of all alleged violations from the preceding two years, including the disposition, dates and any penalties imposed. Requires HOAs to make violation records available to all unit owners or members through a website or upon request and to update the records at least monthly while distinguishing resolved from unresolved violations and protecting personal privacy through redaction. Authorizes the State Real Estate Department or an affected owner or member, through an administrative hearing, to enforce compliance and to impose a civil penalty of up to $500 per month for noncompliance.

Senate Bill1438

HOA VOTING; ELECTIONS; BALLOT MEASURES

Revises condominium association and planned community association (HOA) election laws by prohibiting delegate voting after declarant control ends and authorizing electronic and online voting with required paper ballot alternatives. Establishes HOA voting eligibility standards, ballot content requirements, delivery and receipt timelines, voter identification verification, record retention, and prompt posting of results for board elections and ballot measures. Requires HOAs to ensure ballot integrity, and provides procedures to challenge and invalidate elections for substantive violations.

Senate Bill 1440

HOAS; CONDOMINIUMS; ENFORECEMENT; DUE PROCESS

Expands due process protections for condominium association and planned community association (HOA) enforcement by requiring detailed violation notices, shorter response timelines, and guaranteed hearings with advance notice and an opportunity to be heard. Limits HOA penalties by prohibiting penalties that restrict voting or access to vital services, capping interest and escalation frequency, barring fees for due process, and invalidating penalties imposed without compliance with the procedures. Requires HOAs to publish enforcement policies, ensure fair and consistent enforcement, post-hearing remedies, and inform owners of the right to seek an administrative hearing with the State Real Estate Department.

Senate Bill 1500

CONDOMINIUMS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES; ASSESSMENTS

Limits condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) from increasing regular assessments by more than three percent over the prior fiscal year without approval of at least 67 percent of the members. Requires HOA boards, before approving any assessment increase or vendor contract increase, to provide members with detailed financial justifications, year-over-year expense comparisons and cost breakdowns.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

Senate Bill 1659

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RULEMAKING

Requires condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to adopt and enforce rules with reasonable discretion to protect property values and safety while limiting rulemaking that restricts unit owners’ rights, physical characteristics, use or occupancy, or constitutional rights unless expressly authorized. Specifies permissible purposes for rules, defines when rules are reasonable, and places the burden of proof on HOAs to show compliance when enforcing rules or defending challenges. Limits HOAs’ authority to adopt or enforce rules that alter allocated interests or common expense liability.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

Senate Bill 1674

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RULES; ENFORCEMENT

Requires condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to enforce governing documents with reasonable discretion to protect property values and prohibits optional, arbitrary, capricious, or selective enforcement. Makes all enforcement actions public records of the HOA subject to inspection.

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

Senate Bill 1722

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; QUORUM

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

Senate Bill 1729

PET OWNERSHIP LIMITS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

Senate Bill 1806

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DECLARATION AMENDMENT

Last Action: 2/5/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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With 100 days in regular session, AAM will track bills pertinent to our industry and keep you informed.

In this session, there are a couple of bills currently on our radar that may directly impact Arizona HOAs.

Please note that not all bills have summaries/last actions, and we will update them in future communication.

HOA Priority Bills:

House Bill 2128

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; CONDOMINIUMS; ACTIONS; MEETINGS

Prohibits homeowners’ associations and condominium associations (HOAs) from taking board action without a meeting by excluding HOAs from the statute that allows action by unanimous written consent.

Last Action: 1/13/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2172

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; EXPIRATION

Requires each planned community declaration to expire and become unenforceable, and requires the associated homeowners’ association (HOA) to dissolve, on either January 1, 2127, or 100 years after the original declaration was recorded, whichever is later. Requires a dissolved HOA to wind up and liquidate its affairs as provided by law. Authorizes property owners in a terminated planned community to voluntarily reestablish a planned community after expiration.

Last Action: 1/13/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2185

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LAWNS; DROUGHT

Prohibits a condominium or planned community association from requiring overseeding or watering of lawns during a drought year.

Last Action: 1/21/26 – Placed on House Natural Resources, Energy, & Water Agenda

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House Bill 2212

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; LOBBYING; POLITICAL ACTIVITY

Prohibits condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) from spending HOA monies on any organization that engages in lobbying or attempts to influence the outcome of an election, regardless of provisions in the HOA documents.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2277

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FISCAL DUTIES

Requires boards of directors of condominium and planned community associations (HOAs), after declarant control ends, to adopt prudent annual operating budgets, provide budget comparison reports, and manage expenses within approved budgets. Requires unit owner or member ratification for assessment increases of 5 percent or more for HOAs of 50 units or members or more, for supplemental assessments, and for special assessments or financing that encumbers future revenues or common property. Requires HOA boards to act in the best interest of the HOA by exercising prudency in contracting, ensuring oversight of contractors, maintaining HOA-controlled accounts, and reviewing financial reports. Requires surplus operating funds to be refunded or credited to owners or members unless a majority votes to transfer surplus funds to long-term reserve accounts.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2342

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; SHADE STRUCTURES

Summary – TBD

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House Bill 2353

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS;CUMULATIVE VOTING; PROHIBITION

Summary – TBD

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House Bill 2397

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; PROPERTY COVENANTS; DISCLOSURE

Prohibits enforcement of private covenants that violate public policy and allows any property owner subject to a private covenant to challenge the validity of any covenant provision in court. Invalidates condominium and planned community association (HOA) provisions that require mandatory assessments for private recreational clubs or for maintenance or use of third-party property not owned by the HOA and prohibits use of common expense assessments for those purposes, while allowing voluntary assessments for these purposes. Expands resale disclosure requirements for HOA units, including financial statements, statement of declarant control, and a signed statement of common expense assessments.

Last Action: 1/14/26 – Bill Introduced

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House Bill 2606

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUEST

Conditions homeowners’ association (HOA) records requests on good faith, a stated proper purpose, and a direct connection between the requested records and that purpose. Defines the specific categories of “financial and other records” that HOAs must provide, deems records posted online to be reasonably available, and allows HOAs to decline duplicative requests for records previously provided.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2612

RECORDS REQUESTS; HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS

Allows condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) to withhold from disclosure records that were requested within the preceding two years and have not been modified.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2613

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Authorizes condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) to conduct meetings of members and boards through online or virtual platforms. Prohibits proxy voting after termination of declarant control and standardizes voting procedures by requiring in-person, absentee, written, or electronic ballots that meet specified content, delivery, quorum, and record-retention requirements. Reduces the quorum for an annual meeting to one-tenth of the total votes entitled to be cast unless the governing documents specify a lower amount.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2614

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Summary – TBD

Last Action:

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House Bill 2743

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; UNLAWFUL PROVISIONS; DAMAGES

Imposes statutory damages on condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) that fail to amend or remove declaration, bylaw, or rule provisions prohibited by law after receiving written notice from an owner or member. Sets damages at $1,000 after a first notice and $2,500 after a second or subsequent notice, accruing based on the number of notices received, regardless of the sender. Authorizes owners and members to seek damages against an HOA in any court of competent jurisdiction.

Last Action: 1/21/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2834

CLAIMS AGAINST HOAS; FILING FEES

Sets the filing fee for a petition to the Department of Real Estate regarding a dispute between an owner and a condominium or planned community association (HOA) at $100 per issue claimed in the petition, instead of a fee set by the Commissioner.

Last Action: 1/21/26 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce – Referred to House Rules

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House Bill 2909

DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS; REAL ESTATE

Assigns the Department of Real Estate responsibility to administer the dispute resolution process for condominiums and planned communities. Limits the filing fee for condominium and planned community dispute petitions to no more than superior court application fees and caps each petition at four distinct complaints. Authorizes administrative law judges (ALJs) to impose civil penalties of up to $500 per complaint or other statutory penalties. Requires a person to pay a filing fee to request a rehearing of an ALJ decision, and refunds the fee if the rehearing is denied.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – Bill Introduced

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Senate Bill 1083

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ADDRESS LIGHTS

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) from banning the installation or use of a lighted home address device that displays the house number, flashes to signal an emergency, is visible from the street, and includes a low-light adjustment. Allows HOAs to adopt reasonable placement and lighting rules that do not impair the function, purpose, cost or efficiency of the device and that comply with municipal lighting ordinances. Requires a court to award reasonable attorney fees and costs to a party who substantially prevails in an action against an HOA board for violating these provisions.

Last Action: 1/12/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1151

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; OPEN MEETINGS

Authorizes condominium and planned community association (HOA) boards of directors to meet using remote meeting technology and establishes requirements for remote meetings. Declares quorum requirements for annual and special meetings of an HOA are the same as regular meeting quorum requirements. Requires the HOA to reconvene an annual or special meeting to elect board members within 14 days if a quorum is not present, and to conduct the election once quorum is satisfied. Requires unit owners present to conduct meetings through motions decided by voice vote or show of hands, with the board facilitating and ensuring minutes are taken. Requires ballot actions to follow existing procedures, guarantees owners an opportunity to speak before votes, and establishes voting, roll call, and recordkeeping requirements for remote meetings. Requires the HOA board to present a financial and operations report at the annual meeting and to open the floor for owner questions.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1158

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; REAL ESTATE

Assigns the Department of Real Estate responsibility to administer the dispute resolution process for condominiums and planned communities. Limits the filing fee for condominium and planned community dispute petitions to no more than superior court application fees and caps each petition at four distinct complaints. Authorizes administrative law judges (ALJs) to impose civil penalties of up to $500 per complaint or other statutory penalties. Requires a person to pay a filing fee to request a rehearing of an ALJ decision, and refunds the fee if the rehearing is denied.

Last Action: 1/15/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1184

HOAS; UNIFORMED SERVICES DIVISION FLAGS

Prohibits condominium and planned community associations (HOAs) from prohibiting the display of uniformed services of the United States division flags.

Last Action: 1/20/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1246

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; FORECLOSURE PROCESS

Increases the delinquency thresholds that allow a condominium association or planned community association (HOA) to foreclose on a common expense lien to 18 months or $10,000, instead of one year or $1,200, and applies only the 18-month threshold for special assessments of $10,000 or more. Requires HOAs to maintain accurate account records that distinguish between charges included in the common expense lien and other member charges. Bars enforcement of charges assessed in violation of statute or governing documents. Allows a member to challenge any contested charge in court during an HOA action to enforce a common expense lien or judgment lien and requires the court to extinguish and exclude any invalid charge and related collection costs or fees from the lien.

Last Action: 1/21/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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Senate Bill 1260

HOAS; COMPLAINTS; DISPOSITIONS; ONLINE ACCESS

Requires condominium associations and planned community associations (HOAs) to maintain written or electronic records of all alleged violations from the preceding two years, including the disposition, dates and any penalties imposed. Requires HOAs to make violation records available to all unit owners or members through a website or upon request and to update the records at least monthly while distinguishing resolved from unresolved violations and protecting personal privacy through redaction. Authorizes the State Real Estate Department or an affected owner or member, through an administrative hearing, to enforce compliance and to impose a civil penalty of up to $500 per month for noncompliance.

Last Action: 1/21/26 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government – Referred to Senate Rules

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HOA Priority Bills – Signed into Law:

House Bill 2322

CONDOMINIUMS; COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES; RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES

Requires that any common expenses in a condominium with separate commercial and residential structures be allocated based on the benefit to each structure. Expenses exclusively benefiting a commercial structure must be assessed only to the commercial units, while those benefiting a residential structure must be assessed only to the residential units. Expenses benefiting both structures must be proportionally allocated between them and assessed on a pro rata basis. Places the burden of proof on the condominium association to demonstrate compliance with these allocation requirements in case of disputes. Applies to all condominiums existing on or after the effective date of this legislation.

Last Action: 4/7/25 – Signed by Governor

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Senate Bill 1039

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; RECORDINGS

Requires homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to retain unedited audio or video recordings of their meetings for at least six months and to provide these recordings to any HOA member upon request.

Last Action: 3/31 – Signed by Governor

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Senate Bill 1378

POLITICAL SIGNS; HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS

Protections for political signs in homeowners’ associations and planned communities include flags and include signs and flags supporting or opposing a public officer or candidate without regard to whether the person is on the ballot at the next upcoming election, except for a sign for a candidate in a primary election who does not advance to the general election.

Last Action: 5/2 – Signed by Governor

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Senate Bill 1494

COMMON EXPENSE LIENS; FORECLOSURE; AMOUNT

Increases the minimum amount of unpaid assessments required for a homeowners’ association to initiate foreclosure to $2,000, from $1,200.

Last Action: 4/18 – Signed by Governor

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Senate Bill 1022

SMALL CLAIMS COURT; JURISDICTIONAL LIMIT

Increases the jurisdictional limit of the small claims division to $7,500, from $3,500, for civil actions involving debt, damages, torts, injuries, personal property claims, contract disaffirmation, avoidance, rescission, and equitable relief.

Last Action: 5/2 – Signed by Governor

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HOA Priority Bills:

House Bill 2322

CONDOMINIUMS; COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES; RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES

Requires that any common expenses in a condominium with separate commercial and residential structures be allocated based on the benefit to each structure. Expenses exclusively benefiting a commercial structure must be assessed only to the commercial units, while those benefiting a residential structure must be assessed only to the residential units. Expenses benefiting both structures must be proportionally allocated between them and assessed on a pro rata basis. Places the burden of proof on the condominium association to demonstrate compliance with these allocation requirements in case of disputes. Applies to all condominiums existing on or after the effective date of this legislation.

Last Action: 4/7/25 – Signed by Governor

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Senate Bill 1039

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; RECORDINGS

Requires homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to retain unedited audio or video recordings of their meetings for at least six months and to provide these recordings to any HOA member upon request.

Last Action: 3/31 – Signed by Governor

Senate Bill 1378

POLITICAL SIGNS; HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS

Protections for political signs in homeowners’ associations and planned communities include flags and include signs and flags supporting or opposing a public officer or candidate without regard to whether the person is on the ballot at the next upcoming election, except for a sign for a candidate in a primary election who does not advance to the general election.

Last Action: 4/29 – Passed Senate Final Read 29-0; Ready for Gov

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Senate Bill 1494

COMMON EXPENSE LIENS; FORECLOSURE; AMOUNT

Increases the minimum amount of unpaid assessments required for a homeowners’ association to initiate foreclosure to $2,000, from $1,200.

Last Action: 4/18 – Signed by Governor

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Senate Bill 1535

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ADDRESS LIGHTS

Prohibits homeowners’ associations and condominium associations from restricting the installation or use of lighted home address devices that display the house number, flash red and blue when activated, are visible from the street, and have a low-light adjustment. Allows associations to impose reasonable placement and lighting restrictions as long as they do not prevent, impair, or unreasonably increase the cost of the device.

Last Action: 5/1 – Failed House 3rd Read 25-33

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Senate Bill 1022

SMALL CLAIMS COURT; JURISDICTIONAL LIMIT

Increases the jurisdictional limit of the small claims division to $7,500, from $3,500, for civil actions involving debt, damages, torts, injuries, personal property claims, contract disaffirmation, avoidance, rescission, and equitable relief.

Last Action: 4/29 – Passed Senate Final Read 27-0; Ready for Gov

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Dead Bills

(Please note that a “dead” status is subject to change)

House Bill 2442

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; BUDGET RATIFICATION; REQUIREMENTS

Last Action: 3/19 – Assigned to Senate Gov.

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House Bill 2723

MUNICIPALITIES; ASSOCIATIONS; RESTRICTIONS

Last Action: 3/6 – Assigned to Senate Gov.

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House Bill 2865

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ATTORNEY FEES

Last Action: 3/12 – Assigned to Senate Gov.

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House Bill 2866

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; UNLAWFUL ENFORCEMENT; DAMAGES

Last Action: 3/10 – Assigned to Senate Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency Committee

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House Bill 2095

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DELCARATON AMENDMENT; VOTE

Last Action: 2/18/25 – House Standing Committee – Commerce held

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House Bill 2278

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUESTS

Last Action: 1/21/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2279

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Last Action: 1/21/2025 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2280

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Last Action: 1/21/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2410

CONDOMINIUMS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES; DIRECTORS’ DUTIES

Last Action: 1/23/2025 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2482

CONDOMINIUMS; RENTAL PROPERTY; INFORMATION DISCLOSURE

Last Action: 1/23/25 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2599

CONDOMINIUMS; CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS; ACTIONS

Last Action: 1/29/25 – Removed from Agenda – Removed from House Government hearing

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House Bill 2656

HOA’S; TERMINATION OF DECLARANT

Last Action: 2/18/25 – House Standing Committee – Regulatory Oversight held

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House Bill 2713

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION DWELLING ACTIONS

Last Action: 2/4/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2732

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION; SHADE STRUCTURES

Last Action: 2/4/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2723

MUNICIPALITIES; ASSOCIATIONS; RESTRICTIONS

Last Action: 3/6 – Assigned to Senate Gov.

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House Bill 2817

CONDOMINIUMS; TERMINATIONS

Last Action: 2/12/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce

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Senate Bill 1337

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; VIOLATIONS; NOTICE

Allows homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations to accept electronic submissions for responses to violation notices. Requires violation notices to include that members may petition for a hearing on violations.

Last Action: 3/10 – Assigned to House Gov.

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Senate Bill 1364

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VOTING; ELECTIONS

Last Action: 2/3/25 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government

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HOA Priority Bills: 

House Bill 2322

CONDOMINIUMS; COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES; RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES

Requires that any common expenses in a condominium with separate commercial and residential structures be allocated based on the benefit to each structure. Expenses exclusively benefiting a commercial structure must be assessed only to the commercial units, while those benefiting a residential structure must be assessed only to the residential units. Expenses benefiting both structures must be proportionally allocated between them and assessed on a pro rata basis. Places the burden of proof on the condominium association to demonstrate compliance with these allocation requirements in case of disputes. Applies to all condominiums existing on or after the effective date of this legislation.

Last Action: Referred to Senate GOV – Cancelled

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House Bill 2442

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; BUDGET RATIFICATION; REQUIREMENTS

Requires the board of directors of homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations to develop and adopt annual operating budgets based on a reasonable and good faith estimate of anticipated common expenses. If the proposed budget results in an annual assessment increase exceeding the consumer price index percentage for the prior 12 months, it must be ratified by a majority of unit owners or members. Noncompliance with these requirements renders actions or assessments invalid. HOAs are authorized to establish reserve accounts to address anticipated long-term or major maintenance and upgrade of common elements.

Last Action: Amended in House Ad COW

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House Bill 2723

MUNICIPALITIES; ASSOCIATIONS; RESTRICTIONS

Prohibits homeowners’ associations established after the effective date of this legislation from adopting regulations or restrictions that are more restrictive than existing municipal regulations or restrictions if the association was required by a municipality as a condition of development approval.

Last Action: Referred to Senate GOV

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House Bill 2865

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ATTORNEY FEES

Prohibits condominium and homeowners’ associations (HOAs) from charging or assessing attorney fees and related costs to individual unit owners, members, or former members. Requires all parties in litigation, arbitration, mediation, administrative action, or other claims to bear their own attorney fees and costs, except when the HOA’s governing documents allow a unit owner or member to recover such costs from the HOA.

Last Action: Referred to Senate GOV

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House Bill 2866

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; UNLAWFUL ENFORCEMENT; DAMAGES

Condominium and homeowners’ associations (HOAs) that attempt to enforce unlawful provisions in their governing documents are liable for damages to the unit owner, in an amount of $1,000 for the first attempt to enforce, $10,000 for the second, and $100,000 for the third and subsequent attempts. Liability accrues regardless of whether enforcement is attempted against the same or different members. Grants unit owners and members the right to pursue damages in court.

Last Action: Referred to Senate Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency Committee

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Senate Bill 1039

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; RECORDINGS

Requires homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to retain unedited audio or video recordings of their meetings for at least six months and to provide these recordings to any HOA member upon request.

Last Action: Passed House GOV

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Senate Bill 1337

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; VIOLATIONS; NOTICE

Allows homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations to accept electronic submissions for responses to violation notices. Requires violation notices to include that members may petition for a hearing on violations.

Last Action: Referred to House GOV

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Senate Bill 1378

POLITICAL SIGNS; HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS

Protections for political signs in homeowners’ associations and planned communities include flags and include signs and flags supporting or opposing a public officer or candidate without regard to whether the person is on the ballot at the next upcoming election, except for a sign for a candidate in a primary election who does not advance to the general election.

Last Action: Referred to House GOV

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Senate Bill 1494

COMMON EXPENSE LIENS; FORECLOSURE; AMOUNT

Increases the minimum amount of unpaid assessments required for a homeowners’ association to initiate foreclosure to $2,000, from $1,200.

Last Action: Referred to House COM

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Senate Bill 1535

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; ADDRESS LIGHTS

Prohibits homeowners’ associations and condominium associations from restricting the installation or use of lighted home address devices that display the house number, flash red and blue when activated, are visible from the street, and have a low-light adjustment. Allows associations to impose reasonable placement and lighting restrictions as long as they do not prevent, impair, or unreasonably increase the cost of the device.

Last Action: Referred to House COM

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Dead Bills:

(Please note that a “dead” status is subject to change)

House Bill 2095

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DELCARATON AMENDMENT; VOTE

Last Action: 2/18/25 – House Standing Committee – Commerce held

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House Bill 2278

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUESTS

Last Action: 1/21/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2279

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Last Action: 1/21/2025 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2280

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Last Action: 1/21/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2410

CONDOMINIUMS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES; DIRECTORS’ DUTIES

Last Action: 1/23/2025 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2482

CONDOMINIUMS; RENTAL PROPERTY; INFORMATION DISCLOSURE

Last Action: 1/23/25 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2599

CONDOMINIUMS; CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS; ACTIONS

Last Action: 1/29/25 – Removed from Agenda – Removed from House Government hearing

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House Bill 2656

HOA’S; TERMINATION OF DECLARANT

Last Action: 2/18/25 – House Standing Committee – Regulatory Oversight held

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House Bill 2713

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION DWELLING ACTIONS

Last Action: 2/4/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2732

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION; SHADE STRUCTURES

Last Action: 2/4/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2817

CONDOMINIUMS; TERMINATIONS

Last Action: 2/12/25 – House First Reading – Referred to House Commerce

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Senate Bill 1364

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VOTING; ELECTIONS

Last Action: 2/3/25 – Senate First Reading – Referred to Senate Government

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House Bill 2095

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DELCARATON AMENDMENT; VOTE

For condominium associations and planned community homeowners’ associations, amendments to a declaration are required to receive an affirmative vote or written consent of at least three-fourths of the unit owners or eligible voters present at a meeting where a quorum is present.

Last Action: 1/27/25 – Referred to House Commerce

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House Bill 2278

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUESTS

Requires homeowner association records requests to be made in good faith, describe the proper purpose, and be directly connected to the purpose. Records that are made available online are deemed to be reasonably available.

Last Action: 1/20/25 – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2279

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Authorizes homeowners’ associations and condominium boards to conduct meetings through online or virtual platforms. Specifies requirements for absentee ballots, including content and delivery methods, for voting conducted during virtual or in-person meetings. Prohibits the use of proxies for voting after the declarant control period and establishes guidelines for quorum requirements.

Last Action: 1/20/2025 – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2280

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Differentiates homeowners association assessments that are a common expense lien or a judgment lien. If an association member wants to change the application of payments received against their account, they must direct otherwise in an instrument signed by the unit owner.

Last Action: 1/20/25 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2322

CONDOMINIUMS; COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES; RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES

Requires that any common expenses in a condominium with separate commercial and residential structures be allocated based on the benefit to each structure. Expenses exclusively benefiting a commercial structure must be assessed only to the commercial units, while those benefiting a residential structure must be assessed only to the residential units. Expenses benefiting both structures must be proportionally allocated between them and assessed on a pro rata basis. Places the burden of proof on the condominium association to demonstrate compliance with these allocation requirements in case of disputes. Applies to all condominiums existing on or after the effective date of this legislation.

Last Action: 2/4/2025 – Scheduled for House Government hearing – 2/4/25 2:00 pm

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House Bill 2410

CONDOMINIUMS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES; DIRECTORS’ DUTIES

Requires the members of a condominium association or planned community homeowners’ association board of directors to act in good faith, with ordinary prudence, and in the best interests of unit owners as a whole. Board members are indemnified from liability for actions performed in compliance with these duties but are liable for damages if they breach these responsibilities.

Last Action: 1/22/2025 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2442

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; BUDGET RATIFICATION; REQUIREMENTS

Requires the board of directors of homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations to develop and adopt annual operating budgets based on a reasonable and good faith estimate of anticipated common expenses. If the proposed budget results in an annual assessment increase exceeding the consumer price index percentage for the prior 12 months, it must be ratified by a majority of unit owners or members. Noncompliance with these requirements renders actions or assessments invalid. HOAs are authorized to establish reserve accounts to address anticipated long-term or major maintenance and upgrade of common elements.

Last Action: 1/22/25 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2599

CONDOMINIUMS; CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS; ACTIONS

Modifies the time limitations for initiating construction-related legal actions or arbitrations. It reduces the period for bringing actions against developers or construction professionals from eight years to four years after substantial completion or acceptance by a municipality or county. For latent defects or injuries to property discovered during the fourth year, actions may be brought within two years but no more than six years after substantial completion. These time limits apply to claims filed after the effective date of this legislation. Establishes requirements for condominium associations to initiate construction defect claims. The board of directors must secure approval by a 2/3 vote of unit owners before proceeding with legal action. Prior to voting, a registered professional engineer must inspect the alleged defects, and the findings must be disclosed to all relevant parties, including unit owners and developers. Associations must notify developers and construction professionals of the defect claims and provide them an opportunity to cure any defects after a favorable vote.

Last Action: 2/4/2025 – Scheduled for House Government hearing – 2/5/25 9:00 am

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House Bill 2656

HOA’S; TERMINATION OF DECLARANT

Numerous changes to condominium association and planned community associations (HOAs). The period of declarant control terminates two years, instead of four years, after all declarants have cased to offer units for sale, or 60 days after the effective date of this legislation for any HOA that satisfies listed criteria. Failure to terminate declarant control may result in civil penalties of up to $500. Establishes a list of duties that the declarant has to the HOA and unit owners or members during the period of declarant control. After the termination of declarant control, the declarant retains rights to develop, market, and manage remaining units as outlined in the declaration or plat, without interference from the HOA. The HOA cannot amend the declaration to impact these rights without the declarant’s consent and must maintain common elements to established standards. Control over the HOA transfers to the elected board and unit owners or members, and any restrictions on their authority are invalid. Violations of the declarant’s rights may result in civil penalties of up to $100 per day.

Last Action: 1/26/2025 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Regulatory Oversight

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Senate Bill 1039

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; RECORDINGS

Requires homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to retain unedited audio or video recordings of their meetings for at least six months and to provide these recordings to any HOA member upon request.

Last Action: 1/27/25 – Placed on Senate Caucus Calendar

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Senate Bill 1337

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; VIOLATIONS; NOTICE

Allows homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations to accept electronic submissions for responses to violation notices. Requires violation notices to include that members may petition for a hearing on violations.

Last Action: 1/29/25 – Referred to Senate Rules, Referred to Senate Government

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HOA Priority Bills:

House Bill 2095

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DELCARATON AMENDMENT; VOTE

For condominium associations and planned community homeowners’ associations, amendments to a declaration are required to receive an affirmative vote or written consent of at least three-fourths of the unit owners or eligible voters present at a meeting where a quorum is present.

Last Action: 1/22/25 – Removed from House Government hearing

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House Bill 2278

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUESTS

Requires homeowner association records requests to be made in good faith, describe the proper purpose, and be directly connected to the purpose. Records that are made available online are deemed to be reasonably available.

Last Action: 1/20/25 – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2279

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Authorizes homeowners’ associations and condominium boards to conduct meetings through online or virtual platforms. Specifies requirements for absentee ballots, including content and delivery methods, for voting conducted during virtual or in-person meetings. Prohibits the use of proxies for voting after the declarant control period and establishes guidelines for quorum requirements.

Last Action: 1/20/2025 – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2280

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Differentiates homeowners association assessments that are a common expense lien or a judgment lien. If an association member wants to change the application of payments received against their account, they must direct otherwise in an instrument signed by the unit owner.

Last Action: 1/20/25 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2322

CONDOMINIUMS; COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES; RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES

Requires that any common expenses in a condominium with separate commercial and residential structures be allocated based on the benefit to each structure. Expenses exclusively benefiting a commercial structure must be assessed only to the commercial units, while those benefiting a residential structure must be assessed only to the residential units. Expenses benefiting both structures must be proportionally allocated between them and assessed on a pro rata basis. Places the burden of proof on the condominium association to demonstrate compliance with these allocation requirements in case of disputes. Applies to all condominiums existing on or after the effective date of this legislation.

Last Action: 1/20/2025 – Referred to House Commerce

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House Bill 2410

CONDOMINIUMS; PLANNED COMMUNITIES; DIRECTORS’ DUTIES

Requires the members of a condominium association or planned community homeowners’ association board of directors to act in good faith, with ordinary prudence, and in the best interests of unit owners as a whole. Board members are indemnified from liability for actions performed in compliance with these duties but are liable for damages if they breach these responsibilities.

Last Action: 1/22/2025 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2442

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; BUDGET RATIFICATION; REQUIREMENTS

Requires the board of directors of homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations to develop and adopt annual operating budgets based on a reasonable and good faith estimate of anticipated common expenses. If the proposed budget results in an annual assessment increase exceeding the consumer price index percentage for the prior 12 months, it must be ratified by a majority of unit owners or members. Noncompliance with these requirements renders actions or assessments invalid. HOAs are authorized to establish reserve accounts to address anticipated long-term or major maintenance and upgrade of common elements.

Last Action: 1/22/25 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2599

CONDOMINIUMS; CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS; ACTIONS

Modifies the time limitations for initiating construction-related legal actions or arbitrations. It reduces the period for bringing actions against developers or construction professionals from eight years to four years after substantial completion or acceptance by a municipality or county. For latent defects or injuries to property discovered during the fourth year, actions may be brought within two years but no more than six years after substantial completion. These time limits apply to claims filed after the effective date of this legislation. Establishes requirements for condominium associations to initiate construction defect claims. The board of directors must secure approval by a 2/3 vote of unit owners before proceeding with legal action. Prior to voting, a registered professional engineer must inspect the alleged defects, and the findings must be disclosed to all relevant parties, including unit owners and developers. Associations must notify developers and construction professionals of the defect claims and provide them an opportunity to cure any defects after a favorable vote.

Last Action: 1/26/2025 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Government

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House Bill 2656

HOA’S; TERMINATION OF DECLARANT

Numerous changes to condominium association and planned community associations (HOAs). The period of declarant control terminates two years, instead of four years, after all declarants have cased to offer units for sale, or 60 days after the effective date of this legislation for any HOA that satisfies listed criteria. Failure to terminate declarant control may result in civil penalties of up to $500. Establishes a list of duties that the declarant has to the HOA and unit owners or members during the period of declarant control. After the termination of declarant control, the declarant retains rights to develop, market, and manage remaining units as outlined in the declaration or plat, without interference from the HOA. The HOA cannot amend the declaration to impact these rights without the declarant’s consent and must maintain common elements to established standards. Control over the HOA transfers to the elected board and unit owners or members, and any restrictions on their authority are invalid. Violations of the declarant’s rights may result in civil penalties of up to $100 per day.

Last Action: 1/26/2025 – Referred to House Rules – Referred to House Regulatory Oversight

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Senate Bill 1039

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; RECORDINGS

Requires homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to retain unedited audio or video recordings of their meetings for at least six months and to provide these recordings to any HOA member upon request.

Last Action: 1/27/25 – Placed on Senate Caucus Calendar

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With 100 days in regular session, AAM will track bills pertinent to our industry and keep you informed.

In this session, there are a couple of bills currently on our radar that may directly impact Arizona HOAs.

Please note that not all bills have summaries/last actions and we will update them in future communication.

HOA Priority Bills:

House Bill 2095

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; DELCARATON AMENDMENT; VOTE

For condominium associations and planned community homeowners’ associations, amendments to a declaration are required to receive an affirmative vote or written consent of at least three-fourths of the unit owners or eligible voters present at a meeting where a quorum is present.

Last Action: 1/22/25 – Placed on House Government Agenda

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House Bill 2278

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; RECORDS REQUESTS

Last Action: TBD

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House Bill 2279

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; VIRTUAL MEETINGS; PROXIES

Last Action: TBD

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House Bill 2280

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATIONS; ASSESSMENTS; LIENS; PAYMENTS

Last Action: TBD

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Senate Bill 1039

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATIONS; MEETINGS; RECORDINGS

Requires homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to retain unedited audio or video recordings of their meetings for at least six months and to provide these recordings to any HOA member upon request.

Last Action: 1/15/25 – Placed On Senate Government Agenda – Scheduled for Senate Government hearing

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