Arizona § 48-1517 - Inclusion or exclusion of lands; procedure; costs
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-1517 — Inclusion or exclusion of lands; procedure; costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-1517. Inclusion or exclusion of lands; procedure; costs
A. For the purpose of determining the permanent inclusion of additional lands within the district or excluding lands from the district, petitions by the owners of lands may be filed with the board of directors.
B. The petitions shall give a description of the lands to be affected, stating the action desired and the reason for the action, and they shall be sworn to by petitioners. At the time of filing the petitions there shall be paid to the secretary an amount sufficient to cover the estimated expenses of publishing the notice and the hearing.
C. When petitions are presented requesting the inclusion of lands, the board of directors shall require as a condition precedent to granting the petitions that petitioners severally pay to the district the respective sums, as nearly as estimated by the board, as the petitioners or their grantors would have been required to pay to the district as taxes for the payment of their pro rata share of the gross amount of all taxes thereon which may have been previously levied for district purposes, except for maintenance and upkeep.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 48-1517
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-1517 cover?
Section 48-1517 ("Inclusion or exclusion of lands; procedure; costs") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 48-1517?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-1517" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arizona law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.
How does Arizona § 48-1517 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Arizona.