There are many issues that may lead a landlord or tenant to seek legal information. This guide provides references to some of the statutes and resources that address most common landlord and tenant matters. If you need additional research assistance, reference librarians at the ASU Ross-Blakley Law Library can assist you in identifying information sources to use in finding an answer; we cannot, however, offer legal advice or interpretation of legal information.
The Residential Landlord Tenant Act can be found in the Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S. §§ 33-301 to 33-1381). This act describes many of the rights and responsibilities of both the landlord and the tenant and remedies.
Arizona Revised Statutes Annotated — KFA 2430 1956 .A2 Law Core, Reserve Reading Room, Law State Collection, and Law Reserve.
Request a free print copy from the Arizona Secretary of State, Public Services Division by calling 602-542-4086
Other Laws
Depending on your situation, there are federal, state and local laws that may apply. Below are a few of the major laws that may affect your housing situation. Other laws can be found by searching the appropriate codes or statutes.
(Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance §§ 39-1 et seq., Fair Housing §§ 18-11 et seq., and Building §§ 9-1 et seq.) Available in print: KFX2141.P55 A35 2001 Law Reserve
(Fair Housing §§ 15-16 et seq. and Buildings and Building Regulations §§ 31-1 et seq.) Available in print: KFX 2375 S2A35 1987 Law Reserve
Resources on the Web
The links below are a collection of web sites that may help you understand the Residential Landlord Tenant Act and/or other issues pertaining to your situation.
The following are books available at the ASU Law Library. These books tend to be more comprehensive than the websites and contain more sample forms. Some of the books are available in print, and some are electronic books available through ebrary to library users and ASU students, faculty, and staff.
Some of the resources may be found at a library near you
Most libraries have resources related to landlord and tenant law. If you are unable to visit the ASU law library, check your local library's catalog or contact a reference librarian at that library to find out if they have what you are looking for. Note: Call numbers that are provided above refer to locations at the Arizona State University Law Library and may not correspond with the call number at another library.
The following organizations may provide assistance in handling a landlord and tenant dispute. If you do not qualify for their services or have a more complex situation, you may consider finding an attorney through the lawyer referral service.
The center provides fair housing education and outreach including counseling and consultations. It also investigates housing discrimination complaints. This group does not provide legal representation in court.
Housing Counseling provides help to residents who are tenants by counseling them on their rights and responsibilities. All services of the program are free.
