HB 1574 Summary

• Creates a new requirement for the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to maintain and publicly post a list of persons found in violation of unlicensed contractor work under section 444-9.

• Requires owner-builders using the exemption under section 444-2.5 to submit building permit applications, disclosure statements, and contract information to the department before filing with the county.

• Establishes tiered registration fees based on estimated work value, ranging from $0 for projects up to $50,000 to $10,000 for projects exceeding $1,000,000, with fees distributed to counties for inspection purposes.

• Requires owner-builders to submit completion documents including proof of payment, general excise tax records, and all contract amendments, with records maintained for three years.

• Mandates owner-builders provide written permission for county property inspections before receiving a building permit.