local regulation; prohibition; unmanned aircraft
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Overview
This bill restricts cities and counties in Arizona from creating their own rules about unmanned aircraft, also known as drones. It generally prevents local governments from regulating the ownership or operation of drones, with some exceptions for public drones and specific land use considerations. The bill also addresses penalties for operating drones in ways that could interfere with law enforcement or pose a risk to critical infrastructure.
Key provisions
- Cities and counties cannot create ordinances regulating the ownership or operation of unmanned aircraft.
- Local governments can operate public drones owned by them.
- Local governments can operate model aircraft in parks or preserves if other options are available or if they only have one such location.
- Local governments can approve land use for commercial drone delivery systems in residential areas, subject to a 150-foot radius restriction.
- Local governments cannot withhold permits for drone operation unless zoning regulations are not being applied.
- The bill establishes definitions for key terms like ‘commercial drone delivery system,’ ‘model aircraft,’ and ‘unmanned aircraft system.’
- It clarifies that federal aviation regulations supersede local rules regarding drone operation.
- It outlines penalties for operating drones in ways that interfere with law enforcement or pose a risk to critical facilities.
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