Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services//August 30, 2026//

A construction roofer works on the frame of a roof at a new housing development on Friday, April 6, 2007 in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services//August 30, 2026//

PHOENIX — Just because a new home might look into a neighbor’s backyard or block a scenic view doesn’t mean it violates state law, the Arizona Court of Appeals ruled....

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