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Wendy Ellsworth, vs. Vincenz Homeowners' Association - 20F-H2020043-REL

This summary addresses the hearing proceedings, key arguments, and final decision in the matter of Wendy Ellsworth v. Vincenz Homeowners' Association (VHA). Case Summary: Wendy Ellsworth v. Vincenz Homeowners' Association Key Facts and Background Petitioner Wendy Ellsworth, a property owner in the Vincenz Homeowners' Association (VHA), filed a petition with the Arizona Department of Real Estate alleging that the VHA violated section 10.11.1 of its Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs). The matter was referred to the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH), and the evidentiary hearing was held on August 19, 2020. The relevant CC&R, Article 10 § 10.11.1, prohibits parking private passenger automobiles or pickup trucks upon the property or adjacent roadways, except within a garage, a private driveway, or Board-designated areas. Main Issues and Arguments Petitioner’s Central Allegation: Ellsworth’s core contention was that VHA had waived its ability to enforce the street parking prohibition (CC&R 10.11.1). She argued that the CC&Rs lacked a relevant non-waiver provision and that violations of the parking rule had been "frequent" since the association's inception. During testimony, Ellsworth’s claim regarding VHA’s alleged failure to enforce the CC&R was contradictory; she initially testified VHA had never enforced it, but later admitted she was unsure. VHA’s Defense and Jurisdictional Challenge: VHA moved for dismissal, arguing that Ellsworth failed to establish that VHA, the Respondent, had parked a vehicle in violation of CC&R 10.11.1. VHA further contended that the OAH’s jurisdiction extended only to alleged violations of governing documents or applicable statutes (ARIZ. REV. STAT. § 32-2199.01(A)), and therefore, the OAH lacked jurisdiction to issue a declaratory judgment finding that VHA had waived its enforcement rights. Key Legal Points The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) confirmed that the OAH had jurisdiction to hear petitions concerning violations of planned community documents under ARIZ. REV. STAT. § 32-2199(B). The Petitioner bore the burden of proof to establish the Respondent violated the CC&Rs by a preponderance of the evidence. Restrictive covenants must be construed as a whole and enforced to give effect to the intent of the parties if unambiguous. Final Decision and Outcome The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) ruled against the Petitioner, finding that Ms. Ellsworth failed to meet her burden of proof to establish that VHA violated section 10.11.1 of the VHA CC&Rs. The ALJ noted that Ellsworth did not even allege that VHA had parked a vehicle in violation of the restriction. Crucially, the tribunal determined that it did not have jurisdiction to grant Ellsworth's request for a declaratory judgment that VHA had waived its right to enforce the CC&R. Based on these findings, the petition was dismissed in an Order dated September 8, 2020. Case Details: Case ID: 20F-H2020043-REL Docket: 20F-H2020043-REL For more AZ HOA transparency resources visit https://yourazhoaattorney.com Legal & Accuracy Notice - yourazhoaattorney.com is operated by Hound LLC, a homeowner-run project, not a law firm. Nothing in this video is legal advice or creates an attorney-client relationship. We analyze public ADRE/OAH records and may express opinions. Not affiliated with ADRE or the OAH. Read the full Legal & Terms: https://yourazhoaattorney.com/legal