AK HB81

Establishes legislative intent that contractor exemptions in AS 08.18.161 be construed broadly to allow individuals freedom to construct and sell their own homes.

Limits owner-builder exemption to construction of one home, duplex, triplex, four-plex, or commercial building every two years.

Requires owners who advertise a structure for sale or sell it during construction or within two years after construction begins to file a notice with the department stating they are not engaged in a contractor business.

Directs the department to investigate and take appropriate action if an owner files a notice of sale and circumstances indicate the owner is operating as a contractor without required registration.

Applies to construction projects begun on or after the effective date, with "construction beginning" defined as either when actual work starts or when the owner enters into an agreement for labor, subcontracting, or materials.