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HB 2459

mobile home parks; submetering; fees

57th Legislature - Second Regular Session Introduced by Laurin Hendrix

HB 2459 establishes standards and fee limits for utility submetering in Arizona mobile home parks to protect residents from excessive charges.

Senate Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2459

Legislative bill overview

HB 2459 regulates utility submetering practices in Arizona mobile home parks by establishing rules around fee structures and billing procedures. The bill sets standards for how mobile home park operators can charge residents for utilities delivered through individual meters rather than consolidated billing.

Why is this important

Mobile home residents often have limited housing alternatives and may be vulnerable to high utility costs imposed by park operators. Clear regulations on submetering fees protect residents from excessive charges while ensuring park operators can recover legitimate infrastructure costs, affecting affordability in an already cost-sensitive housing sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee caps vs. cost recovery: Defining what constitutes reasonable submetering fees versus excessive profit-taking when operators claim legitimate maintenance and infrastructure costs
  • Administrative burden: New compliance requirements may increase operational costs for smaller park operators, potentially raising resident fees elsewhere
  • Enforcement mechanism: The bill's effectiveness depends on regulatory oversight capacity and resident complaint procedures, which may be underfunded or difficult to access

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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