Senate Bill 1259 Summary

• Amends Arizona Revised Statutes sections 33-1409 and 33-1413.03 relating to mobile home park landlord and tenant regulations.

• Modifies the definition of "resident" to exclude persons rendering necessary live-in care or services under section 33-1413.03.

• Allows residents with disabilities to have one or more persons occupy their mobile home to provide live-in health care, personal care, or supportive services necessary to afford equal opportunity to use and enjoy the dwelling.

• Prohibits landlords from charging fees for caregivers and specifies that caregivers have no tenancy rights and cannot modify the rental agreement terms between landlord and tenant.

• Requires caregivers to comply with mobile home park rules and regulations, and aligns the law with state and federal fair housing laws regarding disability accommodations.