48 Hour Notice to Enter
A 48 hour notice must be given to Arizona tenants before their landlord can legally enter the rental property. Arizona landlords have the right to periodically enter their rental properties, however, the Arizona Residential Landlord Tenant Act states that entering the...
Water Organizations
Arizona Water Associations Arizona Department of Water Resources Arizona Department of Water Resources- Adjudications Division Arizona Floodplain Management Association Arizona Hydrological Society Arizona Land and Water Trust Arizona Municipal Water Users Association...
Runs With the Land
What is "Runs with the Land"?:The legal doctrine of "runs with the land" refers to a principle that attaches certain rights, obligations, or restrictions to a piece of real property rather than to a specific individual. In other words, these rights or obligations are...
Rent Striking in Arizona
Arizona does not permit “rent-striking”. Meaning, a tenant cannot legally withhold rent except in a very few exception.
Joint and Several Liability
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The legal doctrine of joint and several liability is a fundamental concept in tort law and contract law that plays a crucial role in determining who is responsible for damages when multiple parties are involved in a legal dispute....
Statute of Frauds
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is the Statute of Frauds? The Statute of Frauds is a legal doctrine that requires certain types of real estate contracts be in writing to be legally enforceable. Its primary purpose is to prevent fraudulent claims and...
Surface Water Rights
Learn How to Purchase Surface Water Rights in Arizona On June 12, 1919, the Arizona Surface Water Code was enacted. Now known as the Public Water Code, this law provides that a person must apply for and obtain a permit and certificate to appropriate (use) surface...
Buying a House with a Shared Well
When buying an Arizona home with a shared water well, there are certain considerations to keep in mind. Many homebuyers have questions and concerns about shared wells when they've never lived in a house that shares a water well. By definition, a shared well is a water...
Drilling a New Well in Arizona
A well in Arizona can only be drilled after obtaining permission from the Arizona Department of Water Resources. Licensed Well Drillers Water well drilling must be performed by a contractor licensed by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. Under ARS 45-596, a Notice...
Improperly Recorded Documents
In Arizona, there are no real protections that prevent someone from recording fraudulent documents with a county recorder. A person can literally quit claim the Arizona State Capital building to themselves and the county will record it. The recorder’s office does not...
Testing Well Water
To keep your well water clean and well operating at peak performance, regular water testing is a must. Private well owners are solely responsible for the quality of their drinking water. So, it is up to you, how and when to test your water. ...
Normal Wear and Tear
What is Normal Wear and Tear to a rental? What is considered normal wear and tear to a rental property in Arizona? During a rental period, a certain amount of wear and tear is to be expected and it is reasonable that the paint on the interior walls will become dingy...
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