2024A-10318-CHC-ROC Notice of Hearing & Packet MAILED 2024-10318.pdf

2024A-10318-CHC-ROC · Registrar of Contractors · 2024-12-03

REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA

Olive Darlene Jonovich Case No. 2024-10318 D J's Companies Inc., Docket No. 2024A-10318-CHC-ROC COMPLAINANT, NOTICE OF HEARING ON v. CONTESTED CASE LUMINOUS BUILDERS LLC License No. ROC 335707 & 346602 RESPONDENT. This Notice of Hearing is issued under A.R.S. § 41-1092.05(D).

HEARING INFORMATION The hearing is set for:

January 17, 2025 9:00 AM Sondra Vanella Google Meet. A link will be provided directly from The Office of Administrative Hearings. Go to www.azoah.com to request to appear in-person.

If you have requested to appear in-person at the hearing, the hearing will be held at 1740 W Adams Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007.

You must attend this hearing. This is an adversarial hearing before an administrative law judge, and is conducted in a similar manner as judicial proceedings. Thus, you must be

prepared to present evidence, including witness testimony and documents, in support of your case.

STATEMENT OF LEGAL AUTHORITY AND JURISDICTION

The State of Arizona has determined that the licensing and regulation of construction contractors is a proper state function, and has vested authority in the Registrar of Contractors to administer Title 32, Chapter 10 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. A.R.S. §§ 32-1101 et seq. All hearings for alleged violations of Title 32, Chapter 10 are conducted under Title 41,

Chapter 6, Article 10. A.R.S. § 32-1156.

The statutes and rules governing the hearing can be found at: Arizona Revised

Statutes §§ 41-1092 to -1092.12, and Arizona Administrative Code R2-19-101 to -122.

PARTICULAR ARIZONA STATUTES AND RULES INVOLVED

The statutes and rules the Respondent is alleged to have violated are cited in the

complaint and citation, which were served on the Respondent on November 6, 2024. SHORT AND PLAIN STATEMENT OF THE MATTERS ASSERTED

The complaint and citation allege that the Respondent committed the following act(s): Charge: 1 A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(1) Charge: 2 A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(3) - R4-9-108(a)

Charge: 3 A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(12) - A.R.S. § 32-1158

Charge: 4 A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(22)

THE PARTIES TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING Because Respondent is a licensee and is charged with an act(s) or omission(s) that is cause for the suspension or revocation of a license, Respondent is a party to this case and will be a party to the hearing. Because Complainant alleged Respondent committed an act(s) or omission(s) that is

cause for the suspension or revocation of a license, Complainant is a party to this case and will

be a party to the hearing.

Respondent and Complainant, as the parties to the hearing, will present evidence and

argument to the administrative law judge. The Registrar’s assigned investigator will appear as a witness at the hearing. RIGHT TO BE REPRESENTED The parties to the administrative hearing may choose to be represented by an attorney.

A.R.S. § 41-1092.07(B). If one of the parties is a company, the company may be represented

by an officer or employee if that person satisfies the conditions set forth in A.R.S. § 32-

1156(B).

CHANGE OF ADDRESS Each party must inform the Registrar and the Office of Administrative Hearings of any change of address within five (5) days of the change. A.R.S. § 41-1092.04.

HEARING PROCEDURES AND RULES The administrative hearing will be conducted in accordance with A.R.S. §§ 41-1092 to -1092.12, and A.A.C. R2-19-101 to -122. The parties should review the statutes, rules, and processes governing the administrative hearing. Copies of the statutes, rules, and articles regarding the administrative hearing process can be found at https://www.azoah.com/.

REGISTRAR’S APPEARANCE BY VIDEO CONFERENCE OR TELEPHONE The Registrar’s investigators, employees, and attorneys will appear at the hearing via video conference or telephone unless requested by a party to appear in-person. Requests for the Registrar’s investigators, employees, or attorneys to appear in-person must be filed with the Registrar and the Office of Administrative Hearings no later than seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date.

HEARING PACKET In the interests of administrative efficiency, the Registrar compiles and discloses certain documents to the parties and the Office of Administrative Hearings. These documents are attached to this Notice of Hearing as the “Hearing Packet.” If any party wishes to submit additional evidence, they must do so during the hearing after completing a disclosure statement. See “Disclosure Statement” section below.

SUBPOENAS FOR TESTIMONY FROM A WITNESS OR DOCUMENTS

The parties to the hearing must be prepared to present evidence in support of their case. If a party wants to obtain testimony from a witness or documents not in the party’s

possession, the party must prepare and file a written subpoena for the Administrative Law Judge to review and sign, if approved. A.R.S. § 41-1092.07(C). Forms for requesting a subpoena can be found on the Office of Administrative Hearings’ website at www.azoah.com. The party seeking a subpoena must serve notice on all the parties to the hearing, and on the Registrar. A.R.S. § 41-1092.04.

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT At least seven calendar days before the hearing, each party must prepare and serve a disclosure statement on all other parties, and file it with the Office of Administrative Hearings. A.A.C. R4-9-118; A.A.C. R2-19-108. The disclosure statement must include any exhibit the party will use at the hearing. A party’s failure to timely disclose any witness or exhibit, without good cause, may result in the administrative law judge excluding those witnesses or exhibits from being used at the hearing. A.A.C. R4-9-118(C). A sample disclosure form is

available on the Registrar’s website at https://roc.az.gov/forms/RC-L-800A%20-

%20Prehearing%20Disclosure%20Statement%2020191007v4.pdf

CHANGING THE HEARING DATE

The date of the hearing may only be advanced or delayed on the agreement of the parties or on a showing of good cause. A.R.S. § 41-1092.05(C). The date of the hearing may be changed by filing a written agreement of the parties to change the date of the hearing. The written agreement must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, directed to the assigned Administrative Law Judge, and transmitted to the Registrar and all other parties. The

assigned Administrative Law Judge may be found on the Office of Administrative Hearings’ web portal at www.azoah.com If a party would like to move the date of the hearing without agreement of all parties, the party must file a written motion with the Office of Administrative Hearings, directed to the assigned Administrative Law Judge, and transmit a copy to the Registrar and all other parties. The motion must state in detail good cause for why the date of the hearing should be advanced

or delayed, and the position of all other parties regarding the advancement or delay.

A party may also file a motion asserting a right to an expedited hearing upon a showing of

extraordinary circumstances or the possibility of irreparable harm. A.R.S. § 41-1092.05(E).

RESOLUTION SHORT OF ADJUDICATION In any case which is resolved or settled by the parties, or which is withdrawn by the Complainant without objection from Respondent after the Notice of Hearing is issued, the

parties must notify the Office of Administrative Hearings of the resolution or settlement. Any

such cases will be listed on the Registrar’s website and its records under the category: “Closed

Complaints – Resolved/Settled/Withdrawn.”

Dated December 3, 2024.

By: /s/ Erika Hoskin Erika Hoskin Legal Assistant II Legal Department Arizona Registrar of Contractors

Copy mailed via USPS First Class mail December 3, 2024 to:

Respondent(s) LUMINOUS BUILDERS LLC 14415 W McDowell Rd Ste D-104 Goodyear, AZ 85395 Respondent's Attorney Megan N. Schandle, Esq. 6730 N Scottsdale Rd Ste., 101 Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Complainant(s) Olive Darlene Jonovich D J's Companies Inc. PO Box 1810 Claypool, AZ 85532

Copy sent electronically this same date to: Respondent at email address on record with the Registrar Respondent’s Attorney at email address of record with Registrar Complainant at email address on record with the Registrar

Case No. 2024-10318 /

Hearing Packet FAQ What is the The Hearing Packet is a packet of certain documents collected or Hearing Packet? issued by the Registrar over the course of its investigation. Who gets the The Hearing Packet is assembled and distributed to all parties and Hearing Packet? to the Office of Administrative Hearings (“OAH”) prior to an administrative hearing. What types of The Registrar prepares a Hearing Packet for Complainant-Handled cases does the Cases and No-Pay Cases. Note: If the Docket Number on the Registrar prepare a Notice of Hearing contains a “CHC” or “NPC”, your case is a Hearing Packet for? Complainant-Handled Case or a No-Pay Case. What is in the The Hearing Packet contains essential case-specific documents and Hearing Packet? at a minimum will include the following documents: ● Original complaint; ● Citation; and ● Answer. The Hearing Packet will also contain the following documents (if applicable): ● Jobsite inspection notices, notes, and photos; ● Written directives; and ● Compliance inspection notices, notes, and photos. What if there are If there is any evidence you submitted to the Registrar that are not documents missing included in the Hearing Packet it is your responsibility to introduce from the Hearing that evidence at the administrative hearing. Note: The Packet? administrative law judge assigned to your case does not have access to the entire Registrar record.

If there is additional evidence you submitted to the Registrar during the investigation that you also want to introduce as evidence during your hearing, it is your responsibility to: ● Properly disclose that evidence to the other party; and ● Introduce the evidence during your hearing.

1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Within AZ 877.692.9762 · Fax 602.542.1599 · roc.az.gov Hearing Packet FAQ

How do I disclose You must properly disclose any and all documents and witnesses evidence I intend to you intend to use at your hearing according to the Registrar’s use at a Hearing? Prehearing Disclosure Rules. See Arizona Administrative Code Section R4-9-118. A sample prehearing disclosure form and instructions are provided to the parties by the Registrar. How do I obtain If you previously submitted documents to the Registrar and need a documents I copy of these documents, please contact the Registrar’s Legal previously submitted Department or submit a public records request at to the Registrar? https://roc.force.com/AZRoc/s/roc-public-request.

1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Within AZ 877.692.9762 · Fax 602.542.1599 · roc.az.gov Hearing Packet FAQ

Complaint #2024-10318 P 1 JSI 9/18/2024 @ 11:00 AM JSI PHOTOS Complaint #2024-10318 P 2 JSI 9/18/2024 @ 11:00 AM JSI PHOTOS Complaint #2024-10318 P 3 JSI 9/18/2024 @ 11:00 AM JSI PHOTOS Complaint #2024-10318 P 4 JSI 9/18/2024 @ 11:00 AM JSI PHOTOS Complainant: Olive Darlene Jonovich D J's Companies Inc PO Box 1810 Claypool, AZ 85532

1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Toll Free 877.692.9762 · roc.az.gov C009 12/23 Respondent: LUMINOUS BUILDERS LLC DBA: Luminous Energy 14415 W McDowell Rd Ste D-106 Goodyear, AZ 85395

1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Toll Free 877.692.9762 · roc.az.gov C009 12/23 September 20, 2024

License No. ROC 335707

Re:Complaint No. 2024-10318

WRITTEN DIRECTIVE FROM THE REGISTRAR

Dear Respondent:

After investigation, the Registrar determined that you failed to meet the requirements of A.R.S. § 32-1154(A), and now issues this Directive requiring you to take appropriate corrective action. Failure to comply with this Directive constitutes a violation of A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(22) and may result in the issuance of a citation, discipline of your license, and a civil penalty pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-1154(E) of up to $500.00. You must notify the Registrar’s assigned Investigator of your compliance with this Directive prior to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

RESTRICTIONS  You may not perform or hire other contractors to perform work that is outside the scope of your license.  If your license is currently suspended for administrative reasons1, or is inactive, expired, or cancelled, you may not perform any corrective work nor contract in any manner, which includes hiring other contractors to perform work, until the suspension of your license(s) has been lifted or your license(s) has been reactivated.

DIRECTIVE REQUIREMENTS You are directed to remedy the following violations by the appropriate means:

Complaint Item: 1 - They received a down payment and 1st payment in the amount of $28,083.30 and will not email or call me back. Investigator’s Observation: Work has not begun on the project due to delays. Respondent has noted the City of Globe is the reason, as they do not accept digital permit submissions. This may be the case, however, there is no documentation to support the substantial delay as mail and in person requests are acceptable. A permit should be obtained in a timely manner and work should progress in a diligently within the directive timeline.

Governing Rule: Violation of any rule adopted by the Registrar; Namely A.A.C. R4-9-108(a): A contractor shall perform all work in a professional and workmanlike manner. A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(3) - R4-9-108(a) Workmanship

This means the license is suspended for lack of qualifying party, lack of bond, nonrenewal, Recovery Fund payout, or for any reason listed in A.R.S. § 32-1124(F).

1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Toll Free 877.692.9762 · roc.az.gov C009 12/23 ITEMS NOT REQUIRING CORRECTION N/A The following complaint items require no action by the Respondent:

Complaint Item: - Investigator’s Observation: Governing Rule: Not Applicable

Please direct all questions regarding this Directive to the undersigned Investigator.

Sincerely,

Miles Crosby, Investigator #213 (928) 296-2480 [email redacted] 1700 W Washington St, Suite 105 Phoenix, AZ 85007

CC: Respondent Complainant

1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Toll Free 877.692.9762 · roc.az.gov C009 12/23 Jobsite Inspection Notes

Case No.: 2024-10318 Investigator: Miles Crosby Inspection Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 Inspection Time: 11:00 AM

Jobsite Address: 1855 S. Holder Drive Globe, AZ 85501

Complainant: Olive Darlene Respondent: LUMINOUS Jonovich D J's Companies Inc BUILDERS LLC Not Present: Not Present:

Jobsite General Notes:

JSI photos taken with my Google Pixel 3a work phone JSI audio recorded with my Olympus DM-720 JSI photos and audio have been placed into the Salesforce Case folder.

The Respondent was not present for the inspection but did call me to advise some of the issues they have had on the project.

The Complainant provided the documentation to verify the contract was entered into by the parties in Nov of 2023. The Respondent advises the contract was not entered into until Mar of 2024. The documentation does not support this position. In either case, the work has not progressed passed the submittal to the City of Globe for permitting. The Respondent advised the City of Globe does not accept digital documentation for permit requests. This may be the case, however, there is no reason not to complete this action in person or by mail, which the Respondent recently completed. The Permit is pending and it would be reasonable for work to commence in a diligent manner as soon as possible. Any delays due to communication, i.e. USPS mail, would not be acceptable as there are many areas that still have in person permitting processes.

Complaint Item: 1 - They received a down payment and 1st payment in the amount of $28,083.30 and will not email or call me back. Investigator’s Observation: Work has not begun on the project due to delays. Respondent has noted the City of Globe is the reason, as they do not accept digital permit submissions. This may be the case, however, there is no 1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Toll Free 877.692.9762 · roc.az.gov C011 12/23

documentation to support the substantial delay as mail and in person requests are acceptable. A permit should be obtained in a timely manner and work should progress in a diligently within the directive timeline.

ITEMS NOT REQUIRING CORRECTION:

Complaint Item: - Investigator’s Observation: Governing Rule: Not Applicable

Miles Crosby, Investigator #213 (928) 296-2480 [email redacted] 1700 W Washington St, Suite 105 Phoenix, AZ 85007

1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 · Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 · Toll Free 877.692.9762 · roc.az.gov C011 12/23

REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA

Olive Darlene Jonovich Case No. 2024-10318 D J's Companies Inc, , COMPLAINANT, CITATION v. LUMINOUS BUILDERS LLC License No. ROC 335707 & 346602 RESPONDENT.

The Registrar issues this Citation to LUMINOUS BUILDERS LLC (“Respondent”) under A.R.S. § 32-1155(A). If Respondent fails to answer this Citation by November 21, 2024, then under A.R.S. § 32-1155(C), Respondent’s failure to answer may be deemed an admission of the act or acts charged in the underlying complaint, and the Registrar may then suspend or revoke Respondent’s license(s).

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1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 ꞏ Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 ꞏ Toll Free 877.692.9762 ꞏ roc.az.gov Lg101 8/21 THE WRITTEN COMPLAINT On September 9, 2024, Olive Darlene Jonovich D J's Companies Inc (“Complainant”) filed a written complaint with the Registrar. A copy of that Complaint is attached to this Citation. A FORMAL STATEMENT OF THE CHARGES AGAINST RESPONDENT The Registrar investigated this matter and finds cause to charge Respondent with violation(s) of Title 32, Chapter 10 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. Respondent is charged with violating: Charge 1: A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(1) Abandonment of a contract or refusal to perform after submitting a bid on work without legal excuse for the abandonment or refusal.

Charge 2: A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(3) - R4-9-108(a) Violation of any rule adopted by the Registrar; Namely A.A.C. R4-9-108(a): A contractor shall perform all work in a professional and workmanlike manner.

Charge 3: A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(12) - A.R.S. § 32-1158 Failure in any material respect to comply with this chapter; Namely A.R.S. § 32-1158.

Charge 4: A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(22) Failure to take appropriate corrective action to comply with this chapter or with rules adopted pursuant to this chapter without valid justification within a reasonable period of time after receiving a written directive from the Registrar. The written directive shall set forth the time within which the contractor is to

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1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 ꞏ Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 ꞏ Toll Free 877.692.9762 ꞏ roc.az.gov Lg101 8/21 complete the remedial action. The time permitted for compliance shall not be less than fifteen days from the date of issuance of the directive. A license shall not be revoked or suspended nor shall any other penalty be imposed for a violation of this paragraph until after a hearing has been held. If the matter proceeds to a hearing and the administrative law judge determines that any of the charges listed above are supported by a preponderance of the evidence, then Respondent’s license(s) may be subject to suspension or revocation, and Respondent may be subject to other penalties provided by law, including civil penalties under A.R.S. §§ 32-1154(E) and (F).

FILING A WRITTEN ANSWER Respondent must appear by filing with the Registrar a written answer to the citation and complaint showing cause, if any, why Respondent’s license(s) should not be suspended or revoked. A.R.S. § 32-1155(A). Respondent’s written answer should contain the heading “Written Answer to Citation and Complaint” and should include the case number, which is Case No. 2024-10318. How to File a Written Answer: Respondent’s written answer may be submitted in the following ways: In-Person: 1700 W. Washington St., Ste. 105, Phoenix, Arizona, 85007-2812 Mail: P.O. Box 18244, Phoenix, Arizona, 85005-8244 Email: [email redacted] The Registrar’s normal office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. If Respondent submits a written answer by mail, it is not filed with the Registrar until the Registrar actually receives it. Deadline for Filing a Written Answer: Respondent must file a written answer with the Registrar no later than November 21, 2024.

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1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 ꞏ Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 ꞏ Toll Free 877.692.9762 ꞏ roc.az.gov Lg101 8/21 This deadline is calculated under A.R.S. §§ 32-1155(A) and (B), which provides a deadline ten days after service of the Citation. Service of the Citation and Complaint is complete five days after the Registrar mails a copy of the Citation and Complaint to Respondent’s latest address of record in the Registrar’s office. Consequences for Failing to File a Written Answer: If Respondent fails to answer, Respondent’s failure may be deemed an admission of the act or acts charged in the written complaint. A.R.S. § 32-1155(C). The Registrar may then suspend or revoke Respondent’s license(s). THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING If Respondent files a timely written answer contesting any charges in the Complaint, then the Registrar will request the Office of Administrative Hearings set a date for an administrative hearing and will notify all the parties at least 30 days before that hearing. A.R.S. § 41-1092.05(D). INVESTIGATOR’S APPEARANCE AS A WITNESS The Registrar’s assigned investigator will appear as a witness at the hearing. If either party demands the attendance at the hearing of any other person, that party must obtain and serve a subpoena in compliance with the rules and processes established by the Office of Administrative Hearings. RESPONDENT’S RIGHT TO REQUEST AN INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE Under A.R.S. § 41-1092.06, if Respondent submits a request to the Registrar for an informal settlement conference, the Registrar must hold a conference within 15 days after receiving the request. Respondent’s request for an informal settlement conference must be in writing and must be filed no later than 20 days before the administrative hearing. A.R.S. § 41- 1092.06(A). The Registrar will not close or settle any case without both parties’ appearance at the

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1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 ꞏ Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 ꞏ Toll Free 877.692.9762 ꞏ roc.az.gov Lg101 8/21 Settlement Conference. The parties participating in the settlement conference must have the authority to settle the case and must waive their right to object to the participation of the Registrar’s settlement conference representative in the final administrative decision. A.R.S. § 41-1092.06(B). Any statements, either written or oral, made by the parties at the conference, including a written document, created or expressed solely for the purpose of settlement negotiations, are inadmissible in the administrative hearing. A.R.S. § 41-1092.06(B). RESPONDENT’S PRIOR RECORD Under A.A.C. R4-9-117, in determining the appropriate discipline, the administrative law judge and the Registrar may consider not only facts in the current case, but also facts in prior cases and any documents regarding Respondent on file with the Registrar. Respondent’s prior disciplinary record and current license(s) status may be considered as a mitigating or aggravating factor in determining the appropriate discipline. EVIDENTIARY DISCLAIMER By issuing this Citation, the Registrar is directing Respondent to file a written answer to the Citation and Complaint, showing cause, if any, why Respondent’s license(s) should not be suspended or revoked. A.R.S. § 32-1155(A). This Citation does not constitute proof that any charge or allegation in Complainant’s written complaint is in fact true. This Citation does not constitute proof that Respondent violated any statutory provision or rule adopted by the Registrar. Dated November 6, 2024. By: /s/ Dylan Warwick Dylan Warwick Legal Department Arizona Registrar of Contractors

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1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 ꞏ Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 ꞏ Toll Free 877.692.9762 ꞏ roc.az.gov Lg101 8/21 COPY of the foregoing mailed by Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, November 6, 2024 to:

Respondent Certified Mail No: [number redacted]

LUMINOUS BUILDERS LLC 14415 W McDowell Rd Goodyear, AZ 85395

Copy mailed by USPS First Class mail this same date to:

LUMINOUS BUILDERS LLC 14415 W McDowell Rd Goodyear, AZ 85395

Complainant Olive Darlene Jonovich D J's Companies Inc PO Box 1810 Claypool, AZ 85532 Copy sent electronically this same date to: Respondent at email address on record with the Registrar Complainant at email address on record with the Registrar

Case No. 2024-10318 / <<CreatedBy_DW>

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1700 W. Washington Street, Suite 105 ꞏ Phoenix AZ 85007-2812 602.542.1525 ꞏ Toll Free 877.692.9762 ꞏ roc.az.gov Lg101 8/21 Received 11/20/2024 ROC Legal

LANG THAL KING & HANSON PC 6730 N. SCOTTSDALE RD., SUITE 101 SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA 85253 TELEPHONE (480) 534-4900 Please e-serve filings on: [email redacted] MICHAEL W. THAL, #023843 [email redacted] (not for e-service) MEGAN N. SCHANDLE, #037402 [email redacted] (not for e-service)

Attorneys for Respondent ARIZONA REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS Olive Darlene Jonovich & DJ's Companies, Case No.: 2024-10318 Inc., WRITTEN ANSWER TO CITATION AND Complainant, COMPLAINT v. Luminous Builders, LLC dba Luminous Energy, Respondent. Respondent Luminous Builders LLC, by and through undersigned counsel, answers the Citation in the above-captioned matter as follows: The Citation charges that Luminous Builders may have violated: (1) A.R.S. § 32- 1154(A)(1); (2) A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(3) – R4-9-108(a); (3) A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(12) – A.R.S. § 32-1158; and (4) A.R.S. § 32-1154(A)(22). Luminous Builders wholly denies all charges listed in the Citation. Luminous Builders further disputes the Citation to the extent it expressly or impliedly alleges any wrongdoing or liability on the part of Luminous Builders, or any violations of Arizona contracting laws. Luminous Builders neither committed, nor omitted, any acts with respect to the subject project that would justify the imposition of discipline to its license. Luminous Builders reserves its right to raise all applicable legal and factual defenses at a contested hearing before the Office of Administrative Hearings. 1973808 Received 11/20/2024 ROC Legal

DATED this 20th day of November, 2024. LANG THAL KING & HANSON PC By: /s/ Megan N. Schandle Michael W. Thal Megan N. Schandle Attorneys for Respondent ORIGINAL filed via e-mail with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors this 20th day of November, 2024, Arizona Registrar of Contractors 1700 W. Washington Street, Ste. 105 Phoenix, AZ 85007 [email redacted]

COPY sent via email this same date to: Olive Darlene Jonovich D J's Companies Inc PO Box 1810 Claypool, AZ 85532 [email redacted] By: /s/ Alayjah Johnson

Received 11/21/24, 8:47 AM State of Arizona Mail - Luminous Builders LLC dba Luminous Energy adv. Olive Darlene Jonovich & DJ's Companies, Inc. / Answe… 11/20/2024 ROC Legal

Legal New Mail - AZROC <[email redacted]>

Luminous Builders LLC dba Luminous Energy adv. Olive Darlene Jonovich & DJ's Companies, Inc. / Answer to Citation Case No. 2024-10318 message

Alayjah Johnson <[email redacted]> Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 3:40 PM To: "[email redacted]" <[email redacted]>, "[email redacted]" <[email redacted]> Cc: Megan Schandle <[email redacted]>, Michael Thal <[email redacted]>

Good afternoon,

Attached please find the Answer to Citation from Luminous Builders in the above referenced matter.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our office.

Thank you,

Alayjah Johnson

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Mediation Services Mediation services are available to the parties. What is Mediation? Mediation is a method of resolving disputes where the parties can end conflict without the expense and time associated with the full administrative process. Who Participates in During mediation, a mediator will attempt to help the Mediation? parties find an optimal solution to the conflict. Both parties must agree to participate in mediation, and both parties must bring a representative to mediation that has full authority to settle the entire matter. Mediation Is Not Neither the Registrar nor the Office of Administrative Mandatory Hearings will penalize a party for not agreeing to mediation. Where do the Parties The parties will meet at the Office of Administrative Meet for Mediation? Hearings to participate in mediation.

The Office of Administrative Hearings is located at 1400 West Washington, Suite 101, Phoenix, Arizona 85007. When does Mediation can occur after the Registrar issues a citation, but Mediation Occur? before the administrative hearing. Why Should Parties Mediation can be an alternative to the full administrative Consider Mediation? process. Mediation is beneficial because it is (1) time- efficient, (2) cost-effective, (3) confidential, and (4) capable of providing flexible solutions to complex problems. How to Request If the parties wish to mediate this case, they must file a Joint Mediation Request for Mediation with the Office of Administrative Hearings. A Joint Request for Mediation is included with this Mediation Notice. REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA _________________________ Case No. _______________ COMPLAINANT,

v. JOINT REQUEST FOR MEDIATION _________________________ RESPONDENT.

REQUEST

The parties jointly request that this matter be referred to mediation in the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH). ☐ This matter is set for hearing on __________________(date). ☐ This matter is not currently set for hearing. MEDIATION AGREEMENT By requesting this mediation and signing below, the parties understand, represent, and agree: 1. The parties are prepared to commence mediation and will be ready for mediation on _____________________(date); 2. The parties will participate in the mediation process in good faith; 3. This request for mediation is not intended to hinder or delay administrative proceedings; 4. No party will contend that the mediation limits the power of OAH and its administrative law judges to conduct an administrative hearing and issue decisions under A.R.S. §§ 41-1092 – 1092.12; 5. The parties will be courteous and respectful throughout the mediation process to all participants; 6. The mediation is completely voluntary and the principal purpose is to allow the parties a full and fair opportunity to discuss settlement; of 3 REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS 1700 W. Washington St. Suite 105 – PHOENIX, AZ 85007-2812 Telephone (602)542-1525 1-877-692-9762 7. The mediator may conduct joint and separate meetings with the parties and may suggest resolutions to the parties’ dispute, but the mediator has no authority to impose a settlement upon the parties; 8. The mediation process is confidential. Communications made, material created for or used during, and acts occurring during mediation are confidential and may not be discovered or admitted into evidence in any proceeding except as provided by A.R.S. § 12-2238; 9. The mediator is not subject to service of process or a subpoena to produce evidence or to testify regarding any evidence or occurrence relating to the mediation except as provided in A.R.S. § 12-2238(C); 10. Neither the mediator, nor the Registrar of Contractors, nor the Office of Administrative Hearings is subject to civil liability for any act or omission in connection with any mediation service or activity except for acts involving

intentional misconduct or reckless disregard of a substantial risk of injury to the rights of others; 11. Throughout the mediation process, each party must have a representative present who will have full settlement authority to settle all claims at issue in the administrative

proceeding. 12. The mediation process will terminate when: a. The parties reach settlement; b. The mediator determines that further efforts at mediation are no longer likely

to achieve a settlement; or c. One of the parties withdraws from mediation. _____________________________________ _______________________ Complainant (or representative) Date

_____________________________________ _______________________ Respondent (or representative) Date

of 3 REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS 1700 W. Washington St. Suite 105 – PHOENIX, AZ 85007-2812 Telephone (602)542-1525 1-877-692-9762 PREHEARING DISCLOSURE STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS ***DO NOT SUBMIT THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE PREHEARING DISCLOSURE FORM***

ADMINISTRATIVE RULES A copy of the Arizona Administrative Code’s Rules for the Registrar of Contractors can be located on the Registrar’s Website.

PREHEARING DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT Under A.A.C. R4-9-118(A), before a hearing, the parties must prepare a disclosure statement. The disclosure statement must contain: • A list of all the witnesses the party will call to testify, including the witnesses’ contact information and a brief description of the subject matter of the witnesses’ expected testimony; and • A list of all the exhibits that the party will use at the hearing.

FILE PREHEARING DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS • The Prehearing Disclosure Statements and Exhibits may be submitted to the Arizona Office of Administrative Hearings using any of the following: • Electronically: https://portal.azoah.com/submission/ • In-Person or by Mail: 1740 West Adams Street, Lower Level, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

EXCHANGING DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS Under A.A.C. R4-9-118(B) (effective November 5, 2017), a party to the hearing must serve on every other party and file with the Office of Administrative Hearings a copy of: • The disclosure statement; and, • Any exhibit that the party will use at the hearing. Service: The disclosure statement and exhibits must be served on all parties in accordance with Arizona Administrative Code R2-19-108 Filing Documents. Under A.A.C. R2-19-108, service is completed by: • Personal delivery; • 1st class, certified or express mail; or • Facsimile. Timing: The disclosure statement and the exhibits must be served and filed not less than seven calendar days before the date of the hearing. Under A.A.C. R2-19-108, a document is served on a party: • On the date it is personally served; • Five days after it is mailed by express or 1st class mail; • On the date of the return receipt if it is mailed by certified mail; or • On the date indicated on the facsimile transmission.

CONSEQUENCES FOR FAILING TO DISCLOSE Under A.A.C. R4-9-108(C), if a witness or an exhibit is not timely disclosed as required the rules, and good cause for the failure to disclose is not shown, then the administrative law judge may: • Order that certain witnesses or exhibits not be used at the hearing; • Order that a particular fact is or is not established for the record; or, • Order that a charge, a defense, a claim, or some portion thereof, be dismissed.

Form RC-L-800A Prehearing Disclosure Statement Rev. 10/08/2019 Instructions Form PREHEARING DISCLOSURE STATEMENT FORM RC-L-800A

PART 1: WITNESS LIST DOCKET NO. Under A.A.C. R4-9-118(A), before a hearing, a party must prepare a disclosure statement containing a list of all the witnesses the party will call to testify, including the witnesses’ contact information and a brief description of the subject matter of the witnesses’ expected testimony. If you need additional space to list all witnesses, complete and attach additional Witness Lists. Example 1. Name 2. Telephone Number 3. Email Address

John Doe (123) 456-7890 [email redacted] 4. Subject Matter of Expected Testimony

John Doe will testify regarding the poor workmanship and poor installation of the Garage Door. Mr. Doe will also testify regarding the invoices and change orders for the project.

Witness 1. Name 2. Telephone Number 3. Email Address

4. Subject Matter of Expected Testimony

Witness 1. Name 2. Telephone Number 3. Email Address

4. Subject Matter of Expected Testimony

Witness 1. Name 2. Telephone Number 3. Email Address

4. Subject Matter of Expected Testimony

Witness 1. Name 2. Telephone Number 3. Email Address

4. Subject Matter of Expected Testimony

Form RC-L-800A Prehearing Disclosure Statement Rev. 1/15/2019 Page 1 of 3 PART 2: EXHIBIT LIST DOCKET NO. Under A.A.C. R4-9-118(A), before a hearing, a party must prepare a disclosure statement containing a list of all the exhibits that the party will use at the hearing. Note: All exhibits listed below must be provided to all parties to the hearing. See A.A.C. R4-9-118(B). If you need additional space to list all witnesses, complete and attach additional Exhibit Lists. Example Contract for new garage door. Invoice #10001 – Cost for garage door replacement.

Exhibit Exhibit Name

Form RC-L-800A Prehearing Disclosure Statement Rev. 1/15/2019 Page 2 of 3 PART 3: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & SIGNATURE I certify that the above information is true and correct and that I will serve a copy of this disclosure statement and any exhibits listed in Part 2 to all parties to the hearing in accordance with A.A.C. R4-9-118. I acknowledge and understand that if I fail to properly disclose a witness or exhibit, the administrative law judge may: • Order that certain witnesses or exhibits not be used at the hearing; • Order that a particular fact is or is not established for the record; or, • Order that a charge, a defense, a claim, or some portion thereof, be dismissed.

I am the (check one):  Complainant  Respondent Docket No.

Print Name Signature Date

Form RC-L-800A Prehearing Disclosure Statement Rev. 1/15/2019 Page 3 of 3