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- Complete the Arizona seller disclosure covering property ownership, liens, easements, title issues, HOA rules, fees, and road access.
- Report known roof, foundation, pest, fire, or flood damage and details on heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, and permitted work.
- List utility providers, water source, electricity, gas, sewer, internet, garbage, alternate energy, and leased equipment like solar panels.
- Clarify connection to public sewer or septic system, lift pump use, inspections, repairs, and abandoned or removed systems.
- Disclose environmental hazards like mold, radon, drainage, noise, underground tanks; include past insurance claims, neighbor disputes, and explanations.
What’s included in the Arizona seller disclosure form?
Below is a section-by-section summary of what you’ll be asked to disclose. This quick overview can help you know what to expect so you can be prepared and ready.
Property and ownership
You’ll be asked about the basics of the home’s legal and physical status, including:
When you acquired the home
Whether it’s leased, rented, vacant, or part of an estate
If there are any HOA rules, fees, or violations
Whether the property has liens, easements, or title issues
Whether it’s in a historic district or a special taxing district (like a CFD)
Road access and maintenance arrangements
Any notices of violation (zoning, code, CC&Rs, etc.)
Building and safety information
This is the most detailed section. You’ll disclose known issues or past repairs related to:
Roof age, leaks, warranties, and structural damage
Foundation cracks, wall/floor problems, or settling
Past damage from pests, fire, floods, or natural events
Termite treatments and warranties
Heating, cooling, plumbing, and water systems
Electrical issues, wiring type, and security systems
Pool, spa, or water feature conditions
Interior appliances and any permitted or unpermitted work
Utilities and services
You’ll note which services the property receives and from whom:
Electricity, gas, water, sewer, garbage, and internet
Alternate energy sources like solar or generators
Leased equipment (e.g., solar panels or propane tanks)
Water source (municipal, well, shared well)
Mail delivery method (route, post office, cluster mailbox)
Sewer/wastewater treatment
You’ll be asked to clarify:
Whether the home is connected to public sewer or a septic system
If a lift pump is used
Any known issues, inspections, repairs, or past service dates
Whether a septic system was abandoned or removed
Environmental information
This section focuses on known or suspected environmental hazards, including:
Drainage issues, soil settlement, or grading problems
Noise pollution or nearby nuisances (e.g., landfills, rail lines)
Presence of hazardous materials like lead paint, asbestos, or radon
Flood zone status, mold issues, or past flooding
Underground storage tanks or nearby airport/military activity
Other conditions and factors
This is an open-ended section where you can disclose anything not already covered that might affect the home’s value or a buyer’s decision, such as past insurance claims, neighbor disputes, or unusual property quirks.
Additional explanations
This is a freeform space to clarify any earlier answers or provide details that didn’t fit elsewhere. If you marked “yes” to something earlier in the form, this is your opportunity to explain it fully.
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