In Arizona, there are a number of different Acts that govern the landlord tenant relationship. The Arizona Residential Landlord Tenant Act (ARLTA) is the law that generally governs residential tenancies. You can obtain a free copy of ARLTA by visiting the Arizona Department of Housing website.
Content provided can also be found at AZCourts.gov/eviction.
The information below may be helpful to you but is not a substitute for legal advice.
A.R.S. means Arizona Revised Statutes and RPEA means Rules of Procedure for Eviction Actions.
1. THE LANDLORD IS REQUIRED TO...
- Give the tenant a copy of the lease. A.R.S. § 33-1322(E)
- Tell the tenant which utilities will be provided. A.R.S. § 33-1364(B)
- Provide a move-in inspection form. A.R.S. § 33-1321(C)
- Notify the tenant where to find a copy of ARLTA. A.R.S. § 33-1322(B)
- Tell the tenant the name and address of person authorized to receive service. A.R.S. § 33-1322(A) This information is usually in the lease. Do not confuse the realtor or manager with the landlord.
- Collect rental taxes, if applicable. A.R.S. § 33-1314(E)
- Deliver the unit when the lease starts. A.R.S. § 33-1323
1. THE LANDLORD MUST MAINTAIN FIT PREMISES AND...
- Make all repairs to keep the property fit and habitable.
- Keep the common areas clean and safe.
- Maintain all services and appliances in good and safe working order.
- Provide and maintain trash receptacles.
- Even though the tenant pays for it, the landlord must supply a properly working water heater and cooling/heating system.
1. ACCESS
- The landlord cannot just come into the property. He or she must give the tenant 2 days notice in writing before going in (unless there is an emergency or tenant requests a repair). A.R.S. § 33-1343
4. SECURITY DEPOSIT
- The landlord must properly deal with security deposits but not until the end of the lease. A.R.S. § 33-1321