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How to send a HOA delinquency notice in Arizona

In Arizona, a HOA delinquency notice must be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested (A.R.S. §33-1807(A), (L); SB 1494 (Laws 2025, ch. 71)). The recipient has 30 days from the mailing date.

Last reviewed September 21, 2026 · Business research, not legal advice.
RequirementArizona HOA delinquency notice
Delivery methodCertified mail, return receipt requested (required) — Cortul also sends a First-Class copy.
Notice period30 days (calendar days)
Deemed receivedWhen it is mailed
Notice must include
  • The statutory pre-collection statement in bold-face type or all capital letters (§33-1807(L))
  • Contact information for the person the member may contact to discuss payment (§33-1807(L))
If refused or unclaimedRefused mail is treated as received; unclaimed mail gets a First-Class copy as the additional step courts look for.
Statutes

Step by step

  1. Write the notice with every required element (the Arizona template in Cortul already has them).
  2. Verify the recipient's mailing address with USPS.
  3. Send it by certified mail with return receipt, plus a First-Class copy.
  4. Keep the acceptance record, tracking history and the signed return receipt.
  5. Calendar the deadline from the mailing date.