Arizona Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance
Arizona measures its deposit deadline in business days: 14 of them after the tenancy ends and possession is returned (A.R.S. § 33-1321). Deposits are capped at one and a half months’ rent, cities cannot impose rent control, and unpaid rent triggers a 5-day notice.
How Long Does a Landlord Have to Return a Security Deposit in Arizona?
An Arizona landlord has 14 business days (weekends and holidays excluded) after the tenant moves out to return the deposit with an itemized list of deductions.
| Maximum Deposit | 1.5 months’ rent (tenant may voluntarily prepay more rent) |
| Return Deadline | 14 business days |
| Interest Required | No |
| Itemized Statement | Required |
| Statute Reference | A.R.S. § 33-1321 |
How Much Can a Landlord Raise Rent in Arizona?
Arizona puts no ceiling on rent increases and bars local rent control. A month-to-month increase needs 30 days’ written notice.
| Grace Period | None set by statute |
| Late Fee Limit | Must be reasonable and written into the lease |
| Rent Control Status | Prohibited (A.R.S. § 33-1329) |
| Rent Increase Notice | 30 days for month-to-month |
| Statute Reference | A.R.S. §§ 33-1368, 33-1375 |
How to Evict a Tenant in Arizona
An Arizona eviction for unpaid rent begins with a 5-day notice to pay; a material and irreparable breach such as a violent act allows immediate termination.
| Non-Payment Notice | 5 days |
| Lease Violation Notice | 10 days to cure (5 days for health and safety issues) |
| Month-to-Month Notice | 30 days |
| Illegal Activity | Immediate termination for a material, irreparable breach |
| Statute Reference | A.R.S. §§ 33-1368, 33-1375 |
Can a Landlord Enter Without Permission in Arizona?
No. Arizona requires 2 days’ notice before a landlord enters, except in an emergency.
| Notice Required | 2 days |
| Emergency Entry | Allowed without notice |
| Permitted Reasons | Inspect, repairs, agreed services, show to buyers, tenants or contractors |
| Statute Reference | A.R.S. § 33-1343 |
What Must a Arizona Lease Disclose?
- Lead-based paint disclosure (pre-1978 housing)
- Move-in inspection form and the tenant’s right to be present at move-out (A.R.S. § 33-1321)
- Name and address of the owner and manager (A.R.S. § 33-1322)
- Notice that the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act is available free online
- Bed bug educational materials (A.R.S. § 33-1319)
- Pool safety notice where the property has a pool
What Repairs Is a Landlord Responsible For in Arizona?
Arizona landlords must keep the unit fit and habitable and maintain supplied systems; tenants can repair small defects themselves and deduct the cost.
What Arizona landlords must maintain
- • Comply with building codes materially affecting health and safety
- • Keep common areas clean and safe
- • Maintain supplied electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and appliances
- • Supply running water, reasonable hot water and heat, and air-conditioning or cooling where installed
What a Arizona tenant can do
- • Terminate after 10 days’ notice (5 days for health and safety)
- • Repair and deduct for defects up to the limit below
- • Obtain essential services and deduct the cost
| Repair & Deduct | Up to $300 or half a month’s rent, whichever is greater |
| Statute Reference | A.R.S. §§ 33-1324, 33-1361, 33-1363 |