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SB 1173

landlord tenant; late period; notice

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Lela Alston and 4 co-sponsors

SB 1173 modifies landlord notice requirements for late rent or lease violations in Arizona, potentially extending tenant cure periods before eviction proceedings begin.

Senate Second Reading
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Bill Summary · SB 1173

Legislative bill overview

SB 1173 appears to address notice requirements related to late rent payments or lease violations in Arizona's landlord-tenant law. Based on the bill title mentioning "late period" and "notice," it likely modifies the timeframe or procedures landlords must follow when notifying tenants of rent delinquencies or other lease breaches before pursuing eviction.

Why is this important

Notice requirements directly affect whether tenants have adequate opportunity to cure lease violations (pay overdue rent or remedy other issues) before facing eviction. Changes to these procedures impact housing stability for renters and operational procedures for property owners, making this a significant consumer protection and property rights issue.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant protections vs. landlord efficiency: Extending notice periods protects vulnerable tenants but may delay landlords' ability to address non-payment, potentially affecting property maintenance and operating costs
  • Grace period definitions: Disagreement likely exists over what constitutes a "late period" and whether it should include weekend/holiday considerations or automatic extensions
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Disputes may arise about consequences if landlords fail to provide proper notice and whether tenants gain additional protections or remedies as a result

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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