condominiums; construction defects; actions

HB 2599 sets time limits for lawsuits over construction defects in Arizona condominiums. It generally bars claims against developers or contractors more than eight years after a project's substantial completion, with a nine-year window for hidden defects discovered later. The bill also requires condo associations to obtain a two-thirds vote from unit owners before suing, conduct engineering inspections identifying defects, and provide detailed written notices to owners and developers about the claims, costs, and potential impacts on assessments. This directly affects condo associations, unit owners, and construction professionals involved in defect litigation.