Pets and HOAs

Arizona lawmakers work to keep HOAs from dog discrimination

Queen Creek lawmaker declines to give bill a hearing

Legislation awaiting a roll-call vote in the Arizona House would spell out in law that any rules adopted by community associations about dogs are invalid if they limit the weight of the animal.

(Metro Creative Connection)

PHOENIX - State lawmakers are moving to ensure that homeowner associations don't discriminate against dogs - no matter how big.

But the effort could end up sidelined because one state senator is opposed.

Legislation awaiting a roll-call vote in the House would spell out in Arizona law that any rules adopted by community associations about dogs are invalid if they limit the weight of the animal. Ditto any regulations that say certain breeds are not permitted.

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