HOAs; duties
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill clarifies the duties and powers of homeowners' associations (HOAs) in Arizona. It expands the association’s authority to include more specific actions like regulating property use and making improvements to common elements. The bill also establishes a requirement for HOAs to provide detailed explanations to unit owners regarding property violations and outlines a process for seeking administrative hearings if disputes arise. Furthermore, it mandates that HOAs exercise their discretionary powers reasonably, fairly, and without favoritism.
Key provisions
- HOAs can now regulate the use, maintenance, and repair of common elements.
- HOAs can impose reasonable charges for late assessments and amendment preparation.
- Unit owners have 21 days to respond to violation notices via certified mail.
- HOAs must provide detailed explanations to unit owners regarding property violations.
- Unit owners have the option to petition for an administrative hearing with the State Real Estate Department if they disagree with the HOA’s actions.
- The bill defines ‘duty to act reasonably’ for HOAs, requiring neutral, fair, and non-arbitrary decision-making.
- HOAs can assign their future income rights to a master association, as permitted by the declaration.
- HOAs can be members of master associations or entities governing common elements.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Homeowners' Associations
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