AZ SB1179

Prohibits landlords from charging prospective tenants for background checks or credit reports if the tenant provides their own current credit report.

Limits application and screening fees to the actual cost of background checks, credit reports, or other screening processes; prohibits charging both an application fee and a screening fee simultaneously.

Restricts landlords to charging for only one rental application per prospective tenant in any twelve-month period.

Prohibits landlords from charging additional fees for payment services including online portals, automatic withdrawals, or similar payment processes.

Requires landlords to disclose in rental agreements and advertisements the exact periodic rent amount, all mandatory fees and expenses, due dates, and any additional chargeable fees or costs (such as trash valet or smart device upgrades).