Sun Dial

Key facts from Sun Dial's documents

Reflects the 1985 governing documents — figures and rules are as originally recorded and may have changed since.

Community type

Single-family residential subdivision (Article V, Section 1: "All of the Proper)

Legal name

The Sun Dial Homeowners' Association (Article I, Section 1)

Developer / declarant

Sun Dial Enterprises, Inc., an Arizona Corporation (First paragraph of Declaration)

Governing law

Arizona law (as referenced in enforcement and lien provisions) (Article IV, Section 9(ii): "as set forth)

Assessments & dues

Maximum $420 per Lot until January 1 after first lot conveyed to an owner (Article IV, Section 3: "maximum annual a)

Special assessments

May be levied for capital improvements with assent of 2/3 of each class voting (Article IV, Section 4)

Collections & liens

Assessment is a continuing lien on the property; Association may foreclose like a mortgage or trust deed; right to bid at sale (Article IV, Section 1 (lien created) and)

Reserves & fees

Interest at 12% per annum from due date (Article IV, Section 9: "bear interest fr)

Pets

Yes, reasonable number of generally recognized house or yard pets, excluding poultry or livestock (Article V, Section 2)

Leasing & rentals

Yes, entire Lot may be leased, subject to Declaration provisions; no room rentals or transient tenants (Article V, Section 10)

Parking & vehicles

Only automobiles in operating condition shall be parked in streets, front yards, carports, or anywhere visible from neighboring property; no mobile homes, boats, recreational vehicles, trailers, truck campers, or tents kept without Board ap (Article V, Sections 5 and 6)

Fences

No chain link, grape stake, or fences not harmonizing with single family residence; within 15 feet of front line max 3 feet height (unless variance); max 6 feet height overall (unless Board approves); must comply with Phoenix ordinances (Article V, Section 20)

Architectural approval

Yes, for any building, fence, wall, structure, exterior addition or alteration; plans must be submitted to Board or architectural committee (Article VII)

Solar & roof

Solar ray panels and collector units are subject to restrictions; reflective material prohibited unless not visible from neighboring property; Board may approve additional building materials (Article V, Section 23)

Home business

Prohibited (no gainful occupation, profession, trade) (Article V, Section 1)

Signs & flags

Generally prohibited unless specified exceptions: legal signs, one residential ID sign (max 80 sq in each side), construction sign (max 72 sq ft), one for sale/rent sign (max 24x36 inches, bottom max 36 inches above ground), other signs app (Article V, Section 21)

Setbacks / home size

Minimum 15 feet from front lot line, 3 feet from side, 3 feet from back; Board may permit minor variances; must obtain Phoenix variances first (Article V, Section 19)

Maintenance

Owner responsible for exterior maintenance of their Lot and improvements; if fails, Association may maintain after 2/3 Board vote and cost added to assessment (Article IV, Section 5). Association responsible for common area (Article II). (Article IV, Sections 5 and Article II)

Use restrictions

Exclusive single-family residential use; no nonresidential use (Article V, Section 1: "All of the Proper)

Voting & meetings

Two classes: Class A (all owners except Declarant) one vote per Lot; Class B (Declarant) three votes per Lot. Class B converts to Class A when Class A votes equal Class B. (Article III, Sections 3 and 4)

Amendments

First 20 years: requires 90% of Lot Owners; thereafter: 75% of Lot Owners; must be recorded. While Class B exists, FHA/VA approval needed for annexation, dedication, or amendment. (Article VIII, Sections 3 and 5)

Extracted from the recorded governing documents and cited to them; may be incomplete and is not legal advice — verify against the official documents below.