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Open Meetings & Notice Requirements

Arizona requires HOA boards to conduct business transparently. Here's what the law says and what to watch for.

Key Requirements (A.R.S. § 33-1804)

• Board meetings must be open to all members
  
• Notice must be given at least 48 hours in advance (posted in a conspicuous place)
  
• Members have the right to speak at meetings
  
• The board can only go into executive session for limited purposes (legal advice, personnel, specific owner violations)
  
• Meeting minutes must be maintained and made available
  

Red Flags to Watch For

• Meetings held without proper notice
  
• Board conducting business via email or "serial meetings" to avoid open meeting requirements
  
• Excessive use of executive sessions
  
• Refusing to allow member comment periods
  
• Minutes that don't reflect what actually happened
  

Share your experience. Has your HOA board violated open meeting requirements? How did you address it?

This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your specific situation.