AZ HB2125

Increases signature requirements for annexation petitions in counties with populations over 4 million persons from 50% to 60% of property owners by value and number of persons owning property.

Maintains 50% signature requirement for annexation petitions in counties with populations of 4 million or less.

Requires cities and towns to bear the cost of certified mail notice to county board of supervisors chairperson when filing annexation petitions.

Allows property owners to waive the 45-day waiting period for properties that were part of a previous unsuccessful annexation attempt.

Clarifies that property owners who enter into pre-annexation agreements are counted toward the required percentage thresholds for annexation approval, regardless of whether they sign the petition.