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View the complete Arizona guide →Which Arizona Laws Govern Your HOA?
Arizona's Planned Communities Act (A.R.S. § 33-1801) governs lot-based HOAs and the Condominium Act (§ 33-1201) governs condos, with a state dispute process through the Department of Real Estate.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Rules & EnforcementAZWhen Is an Arizona HOA Rule Unenforceable?
An Arizona HOA rule must fit the authority the declaration and Planned Communities Act grant, be applied evenhandedly, and follow the § 33-1803 penalty process — with a state hearing route available.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Fines & PenaltiesAZChallenging an HOA Fine in Arizona
Under A.R.S. § 33-1803, an Arizona HOA may impose a monetary penalty only after notice and an opportunity to be heard — and a member may respond by certified mail within 21 days.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Liens & ForeclosureAZCan an Arizona HOA Foreclose Over Dues?
A.R.S. § 33-1807 gives an Arizona HOA an assessment lien behind the first mortgage, and allows foreclosure only once an owner is 18 months or $10,000 delinquent on assessments.
June 2, 2026 · 2 min read
Meetings & GovernanceAZAttending HOA Meetings in Arizona
A.R.S. § 33-1804 makes Arizona HOA member and board meetings open to all members, guarantees a right to speak before the board acts, and limits closed sessions to narrow topics.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Records & TransparencyAZGetting Your Arizona HOA's Records
A.R.S. § 33-1805 makes an Arizona HOA's financial and other records available to any member within 10 business days, with no charge to review and copy fees capped at 15 cents a page.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read