AZ SB1348

Removes the requirement that deputy fire marshals have at least five years of experience in fire safety, only requiring knowledge in the field of fire safety.

Establishes a one-phase and two-phase permit application process for construction, remodeling, alterations, and additions to state, county, and public school buildings, allowing applicants to choose either option.

For one-phase permits, the state forester must approve or deny within 60 days of receiving a valid application, or construction may proceed if no action is taken.

For two-phase permits, the state forester must make an initial determination within 30 days and a final determination within 60 days; construction may proceed beyond phase one constraints if phase two is not acted upon within 60 days.

Authorizes cities and towns to allow municipal and private building plans to be submitted locally for review and approval by a designated person knowledgeable of the state fire code, with a 60-day review period.