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Phoenix — Ch. 22 Art. VI Property Maintenance § 22-418

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Phoenix — Ch. 22 Art. VI Property Maintenance § 22-418
Unless otherwise provided for in this chapter, a violation of this chapter is declared unlawful.
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Plain English

Phoenix City Code Chapter 22, Article VI, Section 22-418 establishes that any violation of the property maintenance standards set out in Chapter 22 is deemed unlawful, unless a different consequence is specified elsewhere in the chapter. This provision serves as a general enforcement backstop, meaning that conduct not addressed by a more specific penalty clause still carries legal consequences. The declaration of unlawfulness signals that violations are subject to the city's standard enforcement mechanisms.

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For Property Managers

Under § 22-418, property owners and managers should understand that every requirement in Phoenix's Chapter 22 property maintenance code carries legal weight — a violation is not merely administrative but is formally declared unlawful. Compliant operators generally maintain properties in accordance with all Chapter 22 standards, document their maintenance activities, and promptly address any noticed deficiencies to avoid triggering this general penalty provision. Where other sections of the chapter specify distinct penalties, those provisions govern; where they do not, § 22-418 applies as the default.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 22-418 of the Phoenix City Code means that any failure by a landlord to meet Chapter 22 property maintenance standards is not just a policy matter — it is legally unlawful. Tenants who believe a property condition violates Chapter 22 may report concerns to the City of Phoenix Code Compliance division, which has authority to investigate and act on such violations. Tenant-rights organizations in the Phoenix area can help residents understand how this general unlawfulness declaration interacts with other remedies available under Chapter 22.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Related Rules

§ 244.260
Compliance required
§ 14.567
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§ 244.340
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