Category: Enforcement

Signs Within the Community

HOA and Political Signs

Recently, a complaint was brought to the attention of the Board of Directors regarding the display of signs within the community that were characterized as “political.” This raised the question of whether our governing documents restrict the display of such signs.

The Short Answer

Yes—but the longer answer is more nuanced. It involves Arizona state law, considerations of free expression, and the Association’s governing documents. These are explained in greater detail below.

The Board’s Position

After review, the Board acting as a committee of the whole on this enforcement matter, determined that, notwithstanding Arizona Revised Statute (A.R.S.) §33-1808, the signs in question do not meet the legal definition of a “political sign” as outlined in subsection N(4) of the statute.

Accordingly, the Association retains the authority to regulate or restrict such signage under Section 9.06 of the CC&Rs, adopted in July 1993.

The signs at issue were of modest in size, subdued in appearance, and placed on private property (e.g., on side yard gates or near front doors), several feet from the street. They were not obtrusive in placement, nor do they contain inherently offensive content. Perceptions of offense are subjective and may vary by individual.

The Board has decided that no further action would be taken.

The Long Answer

Political Signs Under Arizona Law (A.R.S. §33-1808)

Arizona law limits the extent to which homeowners’ associations may regulate political signs.

Definition As Specifically Relating to Political Signs:

C. Notwithstanding any provision in the community documents, an association shall not prohibit the indoor or outdoor display of a political sign by an association member on that member’s property, except that an association may prohibit the display of political signs as follows:

(1) Earlier than seventy-one days before the day of a primary election.
(2) Later than fifteen days after the day of the general election.
(3) For a sign for a candidate in a primary election who does not advance to the general election, later than fifteen days after the primary election.

    For the purposes of this section of (A.R.S.) §33-1808 :
    N(4). A “Political sign” means a sign or flag that attempts to influence the outcome of an election, including supporting or opposing the recall of a public officer or supporting or opposing the circulation of a petition for a ballot measure, question or proposition or the recall of a public officer.

    • Key Provisions:
      Associations may not prohibit political signs on a member’s property, subject to certain limitations.  Signs may be restricted if displayed:

    • Additional Guidelines:
      • HOAs may limit the total size of political signs to 9 square feet (unless local ordinances allow more [OV does not]).
      • Associations may regulate placement for safety and community standards.
      • HOAs cannot require signs to be professionally produced.
    • Important Context:
      While the First Amendment protects free speech from government restriction, it generally does not apply to private homeowners’ associations. However, state law provides specific protections regarding political signage.
    • Eagles Bluff CC&Rs (Section 9.06 – Signs)
      “No signs of any kind shall be displayed which are visible from neighboring property without prior approval of the Board or the Architectural Control Committee, except:

    A. Signs required by legal proceedings; and
    B. Signs used by the Developer or Declarant.”

    Practical Guidelines for Residents

    • When Can Political Signs Be Displayed?
      • Primary Election (July 21, 2026):
        • May 11, 2026 – Earliest display date
        • August 5, 2026 – Remove signs for unsuccessful primary candidates.
        • General Election (November 3, 2026):
          • November 18, 2026 – Remove all political signs.

    •  Size and Quantity
      • The total combined area of all signs may not exceed nine (9) square feet.
      • No specific limit has been set on the number of signs, provided size limits are respected.

    • Placement Rules
      Residents may place signs only within the boundaries of their property, subject to the following restrictions:
      • Signs may not be placed on HOA common areas or along property lines adjoining common areas without approval.
      • Signs may not cross or encroach upon neighboring property lines.
      • Signs may not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

    Submitting a HOA Rules Complaint

    Submitting a Complaint for an Enforcement Committee Investigation

    Disclaimer

    It is not the responsibility of the Board of Directors, the Enforcement Committee or individual members of the association, to enforce the laws and regulations of the Town of Oro Valley, Pima County or the State of Arizona.  

    Homeowners and residents are reminded that issues of speeding, noise, or disturbances of any kind, are to be directed to the Oro Valley Police Department, by dialing 520-229-4900 or in case of an emergency, dialing 911.

    To file a complaint over an alleged rules violation, please contact our HOA Manager, either by phone, e-mail or our on-line form. You must include the following information:

    Who are you (Your name, Address, Phone Number);
    What is the complaint;
    When did it occur; and
    Where did it occur?

    If the complaint involves a vehicle, please include the license plate number. Got a camera phone? Click it and email it to us!

    You can use our on-line form to submit your complaint by clicking here.

    Please note: Pursuant to Arizona Law ARS 33-1803, the HOA and the Management Team cannot act upon any anonymous or unsubstantiated complaints submitted to the office. 

    You can reach our HOA Manager, at Cadden Community Management:
    Phone: (520) 297-0797
    FAX:      (520) 742-2618
    For after hours assistance please call:  520-408-4561

    Mail: 
    Eagles Bluff Canada Hills Village 14
    c/o Cadden Community Management
    5225 W. Massingale Road
    Tucson, AZ 85743
    Email: Alexis Enos, HOA Manager

    Weeds! Argh!

    Just a friendly reminder from the HOA, that weeds are not only unsightly, they lower the “curb appeal” of your home and our neighborhood.

    Before the weeds on your property become an unsightly nuisance, the HOA Board is requesting you remove them at your earliest opportunity.

    Thank you,
    Eagles Bluff Board of Directors

    Parking Do’s and Dont’s

    Every Board meeting brings up questions concerning parking in the community.  The CC&Rs do not permit any overnight parking on the streets or in the driveways.  Starting back in 1998, at the beginning of homeowner control of the HOA, this parking ban was considered too restrictive.  

    The Board formulated parking regulations that allowed limited overnight and driveway parking within the community.  Those parking regulations have evolved over time, and can be found under the “Documents” page of this site.  Many of these regulations follow the Code of the Town of Oro Valley, for public streets.   If you found a ‘Blue Parking Reminder’ placed on your windshield, it’s to remind you of the parking restrictions the community wants you to follow.

    Failure to do so will initiate other unpleasant and costly actions, which will eventually lead to fines, and the likelihood of the vehicle being towed away at the vehicle owner’s expense. The HOA would regret taking this action and simply wishes everyone to follow the rules that the HOA membership wants enforced.

    Temporary Parking Permits
    Short-term, street parking permits are available for residents and guests who require more than the allowable limit of five (5) days in a calendar month, or for some other special parking requirement. These permits can be obtained from any Board Member, or you can request a temporary parking permit on-line by using this link:

    Request a Temporary Parking Permit

    Emergency Responder Exemption
    State Law ARS 33-1809 permits emergency responder vehicles such as an ambulance or EMT truck, and public utilities, to park on private property and public/City-owned streets; they are absolved from a homeowners’ association parking restrictions.

    The emergency responder must register their vehicle with the HOA Manager to qualify for this parking regulation exemption

    By Canada Hills HOA standards, our Village parking regulations are quite liberal compared to the other Villages, and the Board encourages everyone to review and follow them.  Let’s be good neighbors.

    Originally Posted: Feb, 2017

    Exterior Lights

    Is your exterior light bulb dead?

    It’s easy to overlook a burned-out exterior light—especially if you’re not outside after sunset.

    Most homes in our community have a dawn-to-dusk sensor on at least one exterior fixture. Because these lights switch off automatically at sunrise, you may not notice a dead bulb unless you’re out before dawn or after dark.

    Please take a moment this evening to check your exterior light.
    If the bulb needs replacing, please remember that the Canada Hills Community Association (CHCA) requires the use of a 40-watt equivalent bulb. Yes, it’s a real CC&R requirement to avoid ‘light pollution’ across your neighbor’s property, and it helps maintain a consistent look throughout the neighborhood.

    LED or compact fluorescent bulbs, while a bit more expensive upfront, last far longer and use significantly less electricity. For example, a 450-lumen incandescent bulb (40W) uses about 85% more energy to produce mostly heat, not light, than a 450-lumen LED bulb (around 5W). Over the course of a year, that incandescent bulb costs roughly $33 to operate, compared to about $11 for the LED.

    In Short: LEDs save energy, last longer, and keep that portion of your TEP bill focused on light—not heat.

    Thank you for taking a moment to help keep our community well-lit and safe.

    Barking Dog. Who you gonna call?

    You have a neighbor with a barking dog. Dogs bark, that’s what they do; but when the noise becomes excessive, your first impulse may be to call a Board member or complain to our management company; that is not going to resolve the problem.  While the CC&Rs address this type of nuisance, the Board is powerless to resolve this issue in a timely manner. 

    Your best course of action, after talking with the dog’s owner yields no resolution, is to contact the Oro Valley Police non-emergency telephone number 520-229-4900, and lodge a noise complaint.  In the past, animal noise nuisances have been difficult and timely to resolve. The Town has recently enacted revised regulations (Town Code Article 18-8) to address the long lag time from complaint to resolution.

    While it is always best to reach an amiable solution to a barking dog with your neighbor, you do have a legal means to seek a remedy when all else fails.

    BTW – The same holds true for a noisy neighbor. The Town of Oro Valley has a general noise ordinance (Town Code Article 10-1-4), and those noise complaints should also be directed to the Oro Valley Police non-emergency telephone number 520-229-4900.

    Originally Published: April 10, 2019

    New Design Guidelines

    The Cañada Hills Community Association (CHCA aka the Master Association) has updated their guidance and approval process for exterior modifications. These changes are effective immediately. The link below details that process.

    Design Guidelines – Standards and Modifications to the Exterior of Existing Homes.

    As a reminder, modifications to the exterior property, with a few exceptions, must be approved by both the Eagles Bluff Design Review Committee AND the CHCA DRC. To streamline this approval process, Eagles Bluff follows the CHCA guidance, unless the proposed modification uniquely impacts negatively on our neighbors. Refer to the following document to familiarize yourself with our approval process.

    Eagles Bluff Design Review Process

    The following form incorporates both Eagles Bluff DRC and CHCA DRC submittal information. Both are required for any external modifications requiring DRC review.

    Property Improvement Form

    The primary responsibility of the Design Review Committee (formerly known as the (Architectural Review Committee and the Architectural Control Committee ) is to advise and assist the Board of Directors in preserving the harmonious architectural and appearance of Eagles Bluff; and in protecting the values of property within our community.

    The Eagles Bluff Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) Article VIII, requires that all improvements, changes and alterations which change the exterior appearance of any property within Eagles Bluff, Cañada Hills Village 14 must be reviewed and approved by the ‘Architectural Control Committee’. The Eagles Bluff committee was renamed the ‘Design Review Committee’ (DRC), to follow the same naming convention that is used by the Canada Hills Community Association’s Design Review Committee. The CHCA DRC has overall responsibility for reviewing and approving exterior changes to homeowner’s property throughout the twenty-one Villages of Cañada Hills.

    Board Approves Revised Resolutions

    The follow two resolutions were approved  by the Board of Directors at the April 18, 2019 meeting.

    2019-01 – Appeals and Due Process of Nuisances and Non-Compliance of CC&Rs

    This resolution updates the due process policy for addressing violations to our Association Rules. 

    2019-02 – Imposition of a Fine or Other Sanctions 

    This resolution updates the fining policy of the Association. The update follows the guidelines pursuant to ARS § 33-1803 on this subject.

    Copies of these resolutions will be mailed to all property owners and renters within the community.

    Towing Contract Signed

    The Board has signed a contract with A&B Towing, for future towing services involving vehicles parked in violation of the Association’s Parking Policy. 

    Vehicle towing as an enforcement tool, will not become effective until the Board clarifies and updates the Resolution of the Board of Directors Regarding the Imposition of Fines, and provides sufficient notice of this enforcement tool to all owners and residents.

    This process will take several weeks to implement.