HOAs; duties

HB 4011 amends Arizona law to require homeowners' associations (HOAs) to act reasonably when exercising their discretionary powers, including acting neutrally, fairly, and without favoritism. The bill directly affects HOAs and homeowners by mandating specific procedures: HOAs must provide detailed written notices of violations (including the violating document, observation date, and observer), allow homeowners 21 days to respond, and explain enforcement options before pursuing penalties. Key mechanisms include prohibiting HOAs from collecting fees or attorney costs during the response period and requiring written explanations of violations. This law changes how HOAs enforce rules, focusing on transparency and fairness in disputes between associations and homeowners.