High Lonesome Ranch Estates Property Owners Association

What High Lonesome Ranch Estates Property Owners Association's governing documents say

High Lonesome Ranch Estates is a property owners association in Arizona where you own your individual lot in fee simple. The association maintains shared common areas (a well, windmill, and water tank) and is governed by a 9-member board elected for staggered 3-year terms, operating under a minimalist philosophy that intentionally does not enforce certain property restrictions.

• What you own & the common areas: You own your lot outright. The association maintains a well, windmill, and tank on the common area, available to owners with no guarantee of water availability or potability.
• Assessments & nonpayment: You pay annual per-lot assessments. If unpaid for one year or the debt reaches $1,200 or more, the association may foreclose on your property.
• Annual meetings & voting: The annual meeting is held in the first quarter. Members vote by mail or absentee ballot (no proxies); one vote per lot; 25% of the membership voting constitutes a quorum.
• Board elections & terms: Nine directors are elected for staggered 3-year terms. Board members must be individual members or individuals designated by corporate/partnership members.
• Board meetings & public participation: Regular board meetings are open to members, capped at 2 hours, and members may speak up to 3 minutes per subject. A quorum is a simple majority of directors (five).
• Board powers & limits: The board cannot pursue litigation without a 2/3 vote of the membership and a special assessment for legal costs. Board members cannot personally benefit from board actions during their tenure.
• Property restrictions: While the Declaration includes architectural and use restrictions (Articles 9 and 10), the board has chosen not to enforce these, leaving owners to the 'quiet enjoyment' of their properties.

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.