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Link to Find Your Arizona Legislators

Find your legislators at the following link: https://www.azleg.gov/memberroster/

Arizona residents may want to find their Arizona legislators for several reasons:

  1. Representation: Knowing who your state legislators are allows you to understand who is representing your interests in the state government. This is crucial for staying informed about the policies and decisions that may directly impact your community and daily life.

  2. Communication: Being aware of your legislators enables you to communicate with them regarding specific issues or concerns that matter to you. You can contact them to express your opinions, seek information, or advocate for certain policies.

  3. Access to Resources: Your legislators can serve as a resource for information about state services, programs, or initiatives. If you have questions about government services or need assistance navigating state resources, reaching out to your legislators can be helpful.

  4. Community Involvement: Engaging with your elected officials fosters a sense of community involvement. By understanding the positions and activities of your Arizona legislators, you can actively participate in civic life, attend town hall meetings, and contribute to discussions about the future of your community.

  5. Voting: Knowing your legislators is essential during election seasons. Understanding their positions and voting records allows you to make informed decisions when casting your vote, ensuring that the representatives align with your values and priorities.

You can also check out our list of highly experienced attorneys and schedule a consultation to talk with them. Or read our blog post about SB 1531.

DLG Prevails in Jury Trial in Challenge to Short-Term Rental Ban

Dessaules Law Group attorneys recently prevailed in a jury trial in a lawsuit brought against an HOA challenging the validity of a short-term rental ban. The HOA's Board of Directors obtained the approval of more than 75% of the owners to adopt the ban on rentals of less than six (6) months and recorded the proposed amendment. Five property owners voted against the ban.

The original CC&Rs did not contain any rental restrictions and allowed for an amendment if 75% of the owners voted in support of its amendment. DLG argued that, notwithstanding the 75% amendment provision, the unanimous consent of all owners (that is, 100%) was necessary because the rental ban was a new and material restriction that was substantial and unforeseeable in the original CC&Rs. The case went to the jury to decide whether rental restrictions prohibiting rentals of less than six (6) months was a substantial and foreseeable change.

The jury, after deliberating just over one hour following a two-day trial, returned a verdict finding that the proposed amendment was invalid because it was a new prohibition that was not contemplated in the original CC&Rs.

We believe this was the first case of this nature to be tried to a jury in Arizona.

jury trial court room


Related Articles:
Are Short-Term Rental Restrictions Valid?, New Short-Term Rental Law to Take Effect in August

To see the team behind this victory, you can check out our attorneys page and find out more about their background and other achievements.