Hillcrest Improvement Association

What Hillcrest Improvement Association's governing documents say

Hillcrest Improvement Association (HIA) is a standard single-family homeowners association (HOA) in Phoenix, AZ. This document is a set of guidelines, responsibilities, and policies adopted by the Board, covering common area use, enforcement, meetings, and records. It does not replace the Association's CC&Rs or Bylaws, which contain additional restrictions on your property. Homeowners and residents are bound by these rules.

• Common area rules: Common areas (parks, pool, pavilion, roadways) are for homeowners, residents, and their guests. The pool cannot be reserved; the pavilion can be reserved for events with a fee, but the pool remains open to others. Roads are private and maintained by the HIA; speed limit is 15 mph.
• Enforcement and fines: Violations are enforced through a two‑notice process. A first notice gives time to correct with no fine. If not corrected or if the same violation recurs within 90 days, a second notice triggers fines of at least $10 per day until resolved. Owners have a right to appeal in writing within 10 days. The Board may also seek injunctive relief for urgent matters.
• Board meetings and member participation: Monthly Board meetings are open to members, who may speak on agenda topics (up to 3 minutes) before Board votes. Executive sessions are closed. Committee meetings may allow member attendance per the chair. Town Hall meetings are open. Annual meetings are held per Bylaws.
• Alcohol policy: The HIA does not purchase, sell, or serve alcohol. At all events in common areas, alcohol is BYOB. Alcohol is prohibited at Board and member meetings. The Board has determined it is not a business and thus not required to file for a BYOB exemption, but state liquor law considerations apply.
• Records retention and inspection: Records must be retained per Arizona law. Members may request records in writing; the Association has 10 business days to make them available. Copying fees are up to 15 cents per page. Certain records (attorney communications, pending litigation, executive session minutes, employee records) may be withheld.
• Pool and pavilion rules: Pool use requires compliance with posted Maricopa County and Hillcrest rules. No lifeguard on duty. No diving, glass, or animals (except service animals). Children must be accompanied by a designated adult. Pool cannot be reserved. Pavilion reservations require a form and fee; the host must be present. Noise must not disturb neighbors.
• What this document doesn't cover: This document is not the full CC&Rs or Bylaws. It does not cover restrictions on your individual property (e.g., paint colors, landscaping, architectural changes), which are addressed in separate governing documents. It also does not cover assessment amounts or voting rights.

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.