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.
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. ARS § 33-1321