Arizona House Bill HB2189

Arizona 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/21/25

Caption

Mobile home park managers; training

Impact

One of the significant implications of HB 2189 is the establishment of educational standards for park managers and landlords. They are now required to undergo a minimum of six hours of training within six months of their employment, followed by additional training every two years. This requirement is designed to professionalize the management of mobile home parks and enhance the overall tenant experience as more informed management can lead to better communication and more effective handling of tenant issues. Furthermore, failure to comply with these training requirements can result in civil penalties, thus encouraging compliance among park managers and landlords.

Summary

House Bill 2189 aims to enhance the operational framework for mobile home parks in Arizona by amending the Arizona Mobile Home Parks Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. The bill mandates that park managers complete specific education and training programs focused on the rights and responsibilities of both homeowners and management. This includes understanding how to handle homeowner complaints and staying updated on changes to the law that affect mobile home park operations. By instituting these educational requirements, the bill seeks to improve the management practices within mobile home parks and ensure that tenants are treated fairly.

Contention

Notably, the bill could generate contention regarding enforcement and compliance. While the intentions behind HB 2189 are to improve management practices and tenant relations, the actual implementation may face challenges in ensuring that all landlords and managers fulfill the educational requirements consistently. Additionally, the potential for penalties raises concerns among some landlords about how strict enforcement might affect their operations. There could be debates on the balance between regulatory compliance and the autonomy of mobile home park operators, reflecting different perspectives on state intervention in local housing markets.