House agrees to let HOA residents fly Betsy Ross flag
State lawmakers have decided that some flags matter than other flags.
New law raises bar for forced condo sales
A bill that Gov. Doug Ducey signed into law earlier this week will raise the default threshold for termination of new condominiums to 95%.
Lawsuit ends with state agreeing HOA bill violates AZ Constitution
The Arizona Attorney General agreed that a comprehensive HOA bill attached to a minor elections bill in the last hours of the 2013 session violates the state Constitution’s single-subject rule.
Sen. Barto’s bill says HOA contracts don’t matter
Sen. Nancy Barto’s relentless quest to redefine contractual law escalated to new levels in the Arizona Capitol Times article, “Bill advances targeting HOA authority over roadway restrictions.” In the March 2 article, she attempted to propose a nonsensical argument where she and her friend claim ownership of a vehicle owned by someone else. I can’t follow it. You read it and try to figure i[...]
Yearly HOA fight continues with bills over parking, ham radios
A bill that would ban homeowners associations from regulating parking on public roadways is one of several measures filed this session that would change the way homeowner associations operate.
Who controls public streets?
H2153, sponsored by Rep. Nancy Barto, R-Phoenix, seeks to retain control of public streets under legitimately recognized local governments, the towns and cities.
Casa Grande HOA stripped of powers over accusations of theft and fraud
A Casa Grande homeowners association was placed in receivership, following allegations that board members drained funds for their own benefit - including what was described as the "theft" of more than $600,000.
HOAs overstep authority
I’m writing concerning the guest commentary by Nick Dranias published Feb 13, 2009, in the Arizona Capitol Times (“HOAs Should be Bound by Bill of Rights”).