How to Self-Manage Your HOA in Arizona (2026 Guide)
Arizona Revised Statutes §§33-1201 et seq. (planned communities) and §§33-1201 et seq. provide a structured framework for HOA governance in the state. Arizona requires boards to adopt and distribute a fine schedule before fining, provide 10 days notice, and offer hearings before imposition of any penalty — making procedural compliance the top priority for self-managed boards.
At a glance
10 days
Minimum advance notice required
No state cap
Per individual violation
Not required
Not required by statute; per governing documents
Per governing docs
Annual disclosure package to members
Meeting Requirements
Annual meeting required
Yes
Notice window
10 days minimum
Quorum
Per governing documents
Board meetings must be open to members except for executive sessions. Boards must provide reasonable notice of meetings. Members must be allowed to speak at open portions of board meetings on any agenda item.
Financial & Disclosure Requirements
Budget distribution
Required
Reserve study
Not required by state law
Annual disclosure
Per governing documents
Arizona does not impose detailed statewide financial disclosure requirements beyond what is in the governing documents. Boards must make financial records available for inspection by members. Some communities require annual audits per their CC&Rs.
Violation & Fine Process
Notice required before fine
10 days
Hearing required
Yes — required by state law
Fine cap per violation
No statewide cap
Appeal rights
Required by state law
A.R.S. §33-1803 requires the board to adopt a schedule of fines and provide it to owners. At least 10 days written notice is required before a fine takes effect, and the homeowner must be given the opportunity to appear before the board. Fines not on the published schedule may not be imposed.
Board Elections
Annual election required
Yes
Term limits
None by state law
Cumulative voting option
Not required by state law
Elections must follow the procedures in the governing documents. Arizona does not impose a separate statewide election process for planned community HOAs beyond what is in the CC&Rs and bylaws.
Key compliance items for Arizona boards
- Adopt a written schedule of fines and distribute it to all owners before imposing any fines
- Provide at least 10 days written notice before any fine takes effect
- Offer each homeowner the opportunity to appear before the board prior to the fine
- Only impose fines that appear on the adopted and distributed schedule
- Allow members to speak at open portions of board meetings
- Make financial records available for member inspection upon request
Common mistakes to avoid
- Imposing fines that are not on the published and distributed fine schedule
- Skipping the 10-day notice requirement before fines take effect
- Not offering the required opportunity to appear before the board prior to a fine
- Failing to adopt a fine schedule at all, which makes any fines unenforceable
Self-manage your Arizona HOA with LotWize
LotWize enforces Arizona's fine schedule requirement by linking every violation to your adopted schedule, sends the mandatory 10-day notice automatically, and logs every hearing offer — so your board's enforcement is always legally defensible.
Start 14-Day Free TrialThis guide provides general information about Arizona HOA law. Laws change frequently and may vary by community type (planned community, condominium, cooperative). Consult an HOA attorney licensed in Arizona for advice specific to your situation.