Dispute period60 days
Measured after the itemized list and amount due are mailed as prescribed by subsection D.
Consequence stated in statuteAmount deemed valid and final
The statute says further claims are waived if the tenant does not dispute within the period.
Best practiceDispute in writing
Keep proof of what you sent and when it was delivered or transmitted.
What to include in a dispute file
- Copy of the itemized list and any refund check.
- Mailing envelope or other proof of mailing date.
- A written explanation of each disputed charge.
- Move-in/move-out photos, lease provisions and invoices supporting your position.
- Proof of when and how your dispute was sent.
Why this page matters
Many summaries focus only on the landlord’s post-tenancy refund deadline. Arizona’s statute also imposes this later tenant-side dispute period, making document retention and prompt review especially important.
Local and factual details matter. This page summarizes the cited statewide sources. Lease wording, local rules, dates and evidence can change the analysis of a specific charge.