A.R.S. § 33-1218 — Limited common elements

Limited common elements

Condominiums · Text verified 2026-07-25

In plain English: Limited common elements are shared areas set aside for the exclusive use of one or a few specific units, and the declaration must say which unit each one is assigned to. That assignment cannot be changed without the consent of the affected owners. Owners can reallocate a limited common element between their units by an amendment, which goes to the board first; the association records it unless the board finds within thirty days that it is unreasonable and explains why in writing.

33-1218. Limited common elements

A. Except for the limited common elements described in section 33-1212, paragraphs 2 and 4, other than porches, balconies, patios and entryways, the declaration shall specify to which unit or units each limited common element is allocated. The allocation shall not be altered without the consent of the unit owners whose units are affected.

B. Except as the declaration otherwise provides, a limited common element may be reallocated by an amendment to the declaration. The amendment shall be executed by the unit owners between or among whose units the reallocation is made, shall state the manner in which the limited common elements are to be reallocated and, before recording the amendment, shall be submitted to the board of directors. Unless the board of directors determines within thirty days that the proposed amendment is unreasonable, which determination shall be in writing and specifically state the reasons for disapproval, the association shall execute its approval and record the amendment.

C. A common element not previously allocated as a limited common element shall not be so allocated except pursuant to provisions in the declaration. The allocations shall be made by amendments to the declaration.

Source: A.R.S. § 33-1218 — Arizona State Legislature