Most Marana master-planned communities require architectural review committee (ARC) approval for exterior modifications including paint colors, landscaping changes, fencing, solar panels, and additions. Arizona ARS 33-1817 provides some homeowner protections.
Marana has a high concentration of HOA-governed master-planned communities including Dove Mountain, Continental Ranch, Gladden Farms, Saguaro Bloom, The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, and numerous others. Most require homeowners to submit exterior modification requests to an architectural review committee (ARC) before making changes visible from the street. Commonly reviewed items include paint colors, roofing materials, landscaping changes, fence installation, patio covers, solar panels, satellite dishes, and room additions. ARS 33-1817 provides homeowner protections including a requirement that HOAs provide written architectural standards, respond to applications within 60 days (or the request is deemed approved), and not impose standards that are unreasonably restrictive. Solar panels and satellite dishes have specific state protections (ARS 33-1816 and federal OTARD rules) that limit HOA authority. Homeowners may appeal ARC decisions through the HOA board.
Unapproved modifications: HOA fine, requirement to remove or restore, potential lien for non-compliance.
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