Q: In Arizona what must a landlord provide before he can replace a tenant? My property was stolen and destroyed
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Let me provide you with more specific information regarding landlord-tenant laws in Arizona.
In Arizona, if a tenant abandons the rental property, the landlord must follow certain procedures before disposing of the tenant's personal belongings or replacing the tenant. According to Arizona Revised Statutes § 33-1370:
1. The landlord must send a notice of abandonment to the tenant's last known address or place of employment. This notice should state that the property is considered abandoned and that the tenant's possessions will be disposed of after a certain date (usually 10 days from the date of the notice) if not claimed.
2. If the tenant does not respond to the notice or claim their property within the given time frame, the landlord can dispose of the belongings. If the landlord stores the property, they can charge the tenant reasonable storage fees.
3. If the landlord sells the property, they must keep a record of the sale and any proceeds. The landlord can deduct any money owed by the tenant (such as back rent or damages) from the proceeds, and the remaining money must be held for the tenant for 12 months. If the tenant does not claim the money within that time, the landlord can keep it.
If your property was stolen and destroyed by the landlord without proper notice and procedure, you may have grounds for legal action. You should consider contacting a local tenant rights organization or a lawyer specializing in landlord-tenant law to discuss your options and the best course of action based on your specific situation.
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