Rancho Cabrillo

What Rancho Cabrillo's governing documents say

Rancho Cabrillo is a single-family home subdivision in Phoenix, AZ, governed by a homeowners' association (the Rancho Cabrillo Master Home Owners Association). You own your lot and house; the association maintains common areas and enforces the rules. The CC&Rs place restrictions on architecture, leasing, pets, vehicles, and other uses to maintain the community's appearance and value.

• Architectural review: Most exterior changes visible from neighboring property (including paint, landscaping, fences, and structures) require prior written approval from the Architectural Review Committee. In-ground pools and swing sets in rear yards are exempt from approval but must still follow Design Guidelines. The committee may charge a fee and has 45 days to respond; if no response, the request is deemed disapproved.
• Leasing & rentals: Leases must be in writing for at least 12 months. Transient or hotel use is prohibited. Owners must notify the association, provide a copy of the lease, and remain responsible for tenant compliance. Tenants must abide by the CC&Rs, and the association can evict them for violations.
• Pets: A 'reasonable number' of common household pets (dogs, cats) are allowed, but they must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet when off the owner's lot. Pet enclosures must not be visible from neighboring property. The board may decide if a pet is a nuisance or if the number is reasonable.
• Vehicles & parking: Motor vehicles must be parked inside the garage. If space is insufficient, they may be parked in the driveway, but only if under 7 feet tall and 21 feet long, and not used for commercial purposes or displaying commercial signage. No parking on common areas or streets. Storage (covering or parked >24 hours) is generally prohibited; guest vehicles may park in the driveway for up to 7 days. The board can tow violators at the owner's expense.
• Residential use only: All units must be used exclusively as residences. Home-based businesses are allowed only if they are not detectable from outside (no signs, noise, traffic) and comply with zoning. Leasing is not considered a business.
• Signs: Most signs visible from neighboring property are prohibited without architectural approval. Exceptions include: signs required by law, two approved residence identification signs, one 'For Sale' or 'For Rent' sign from a professional brokerage, and builder/developer signs during construction.
• Assessments: The association levies annual assessments, special assessments, and neighborhood assessments. Each lot owner is responsible for paying assessments, which are secured by a lien. The board can suspend common-area use for nonpayment.

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.