Scarlett Canyon

What Scarlett Canyon's governing documents say

Scarlett Canyon is a single-family residential subdivision in Phoenix, Arizona, governed by a homeowner association. When you purchase a lot, you automatically become a voting member of the association and are bound by its covenants and restrictions, which exist to protect property values and neighborhood standards.

• What you own & maintain: You own your individual lot with its detached house, garage, and patio; you're responsible for maintaining your dwelling and yard. The association maintains all common areas including landscaping, drainage tracts, and shared facilities.
• Assessments & fee increases: Initial annual assessment is capped at $150 per lot through December 31, 1995. After that, the board can raise fees annually by up to 10% or the Consumer Price Index increase (whichever is greater) without a vote. Increases beyond that require 2/3 member approval. Special assessments for capital improvements also need 2/3 approval. Late payments incur a $50 charge plus 10% annual interest.
• Voting & membership: You automatically become a voting member with one vote per lot upon purchase. During the initial development phase (typically 4–6 years), the developer and builders hold enhanced voting power (3 votes per lot), but this ends when homeowners gain majority control.
• Architectural review & design standards: All exterior changes, improvements, and additions require prior written approval from the Architectural Committee. Fences, walls, roofing, landscaping, and visible structures must meet specific design and color standards. The committee has sole authority over aesthetic approval.
• Use restrictions: Property is restricted to single-family residential use only. Prohibited uses include business operations, vehicle repairs, drilling or mining, and storage of commercial or recreational vehicles. This is a residential-only community.
• Enforcement & HOA liens: The association can place a lien on your lot for unpaid assessments and can foreclose through court action, similar to a mortgage foreclosure. This lien takes priority over most other encumbrances except first mortgages. The association also enforces all community rules and can suspend your voting rights and common-area access for violations or non-payment.

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.