HB2633 Summary

• Defines "park manager" and "park model park" in recreational vehicle park statutes and requires park managers in park model parks to complete 6 hours of educational programs within 6 months, with 6 additional hours required every 2 years thereafter.

• Establishes a complaint process allowing tenants to file with the Arizona Department of Housing if park managers cannot produce proof of educational completion, with civil penalties of $500 initial plus $500 per month for non-compliance.

• Allows civil penalties to be exonerated if landlords furnish satisfactory proof of compliance within 6 months, with uncollected penalties referred to the Attorney General for enforcement and collection.

• Adds a 10 percent surcharge on collected civil penalties to be deposited in the Mobile Home Relocation Fund to support administration of the hearing function and educational program oversight.

• Defines "tenant" as a person renting a recreational vehicle space for more than 180 days and clarifies abandonment provisions apply only to park trailers and park models.