CT SB00205

Eliminates "licensed appraiser" and "limited appraiser" categories, retaining only "certified appraiser" and "provisional appraiser" designations effective July 1, 2014.

Removes references to "licensed" or "limited licensed" appraisers throughout statute sections 20-500 to 20-528, streamlining credential terminology and associated fee structures.

Updates appraisal management company requirements to verify appraisers hold valid certificates in good standing and maintain compliance with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Modifies fee schedules by eliminating separate fees for licensed and limited licensed appraisers, establishing unified fees of $375 initial/$285 renewal for certified appraisers and $100 initial/$100 renewal for provisional licensees.

Adds new provisions requiring real estate appraisal school registration with biennial fees ($200 registration, $100 application per course) and specifies that appraisal management company employees reviewing appraisals must hold certification in good standing.