Sontel Well Co-Op

What Sontel Well Co-Op's governing documents say

Sontel Well Co-Op is a shared water utility cooperative in Glendale, Arizona — not a traditional HOA or condominium. Each single-family property owns one equal share of the well system and common infrastructure, funded by per-share monthly water fees and governed by shareholder vote.

• What you own & how it works: Each property owns one share of the shared well and infrastructure; shares are tied to the land and transfer automatically when you sell, but cannot be sold separately. All shareholders own the real estate, well, and equipment equally.
• Water fees & billing: Water costs $25.00 per month, due quarterly in advance on the first day of each quarter. Shareholders who have not developed their property and are not yet using the well pay $10.00 per month. Quarterly statements show each shareholder's account balance and expenses.
• Water usage rules: Water is for domestic use by shareholders only. Sprinkler use is limited to lawns; flood irrigation and pasture irrigation are prohibited (use canal water instead). Pool filling costs $25.00 per filling. All existing uses are grandfathered; any new water uses require a shareholder vote. Water conservation is required to ensure supply for all shareholders.
• Connection size & fire protection (1996 amendment): No property may have a connection larger than one (1) inch from the main water box to the residence. Excessive water use may require a meter installation at the owner's expense. All buildings constructed must have fire protection sprinklers.
• Your maintenance responsibilities: You must promptly repair leaks in your service line and plumbing; pay for repairs from resident or guest damage; and replace your own service line connecting the well to your dwelling. The co-op maintains water lines in established easements.
• Governance & voting: Each share holds one vote; majority vote carries. An annual business meeting is held each January; special meetings may be called as needed. A caretaker (chosen by rotation among shareholders) oversees well operation and fee collection. Votes may be cast in person or by proxy.
• Non-payment consequences: Payments 60+ days in arrears are referred to small claims court, and you pay court costs. If you do not pay, your water supply will be discontinued until all owed amounts plus a $100.00 charge are paid. Only certified funds are accepted.

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.