Phoenix — Ch. 22 Art. VI Property Maintenance § 22-412
Security requirements
Operative Text
(a) Properties subject to these sections shall be maintained in a secure manner so as not to be accessible to unauthorized persons. (b) A "secure manner" shall include, but not be limited to, the closure and locking of windows, doors, gates and other openings of such size that may allow a child to access the interior of the property or structure. Broken windows, doors, gates, and other openings of such size that may allow a child to access the interior of the property or structure must be repaired. Broken windows shall be secured by re-glazing of the window. (c) If a property is registrable, and the property has become vacant or blighted, a property manager shall be designated by the mortgagee, owner, and/or landlord to perform the work necessary to bring the property into compliance with the applicable code(s), and the property manager must perform regular inspections to verify compliance with the requirements of this chapter, and any other applicable laws. (d) In addition to the above, the property is required to be secured in accordance with the applicable code(s) of the village. (e) When a property subject to this chapter becomes vacant, it shall be posted with the name and 24-hour contact telephone number of the property manager. The property manager shall be available to be contacted by the village Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., legal holidays excepted. The sign shall be placed in a window facing the street and shall be visible from the street. The posting shall be no less than 18 inches by 24 inches and shall be of a font that is legible from a distance of 45 feet. The posting shall contain the following language with supporting information: THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY Village of Phoenix--Mayor Terry Wells or Antonio Cooper. AND IS INSPECTED ON A REGULAR BASIS. THE PROPERTY MANAGER CAN BE CONTACTED BY TELEPHONE AT 708-331-2636. OR BY EMAIL AT twells1989@aol.com or antoniocooper51@hotmail.com (f) The posting required in subsection (e) above shall be placed on the interior of a window facing the street to the front of the property so that it is visible from the street, or secured to the exterior of the building/structure facing the street to the front of the property so that it is visible from the street or if no such area exists, on a stake of sufficient size to support the posting in a location that is at all times visible from the street to the front of the property but not readily accessible to vandals. Exterior posting shall be constructed of and printed with weather-resistant materials. (g) Failure of the mortgagee, owner, and/or landlord to properly inspect and secure a property subject to this chapter, and post and maintain the signage noted in this section, is a violation and shall be subject to enforcement by any of the enforcement means available to the village. The village may take the necessary action to ensure compliance with this section, and recover costs and expenses in support thereof.
Phoenix Ch. 22 Art. VI § 22-412 establishes security requirements for properties that must be kept inaccessible to unauthorized persons, including children. Covered properties must have all windows, doors, gates, and other openings closed, locked, and in good repair — broken windows specifically must be re-glazed. When a covered property becomes vacant, a designated property manager must be identified, must conduct regular inspections, and must post a visible sign (at least 18" x 24", legible from 45 feet) in a street-facing window or on the exterior displaying the manager's name and 24-hour contact information.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Phoenix Ch. 22 Art. VI § 22-412, operators of registrable or vacant properties generally designate a property manager, ensure all openings are locked and intact, and promptly re-glaze any broken windows rather than boarding them. Compliant operators post the required signage — meeting the specified size and legibility standards — in a street-facing location and keep the manager reachable by phone Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding legal holidays. Failure to inspect, secure, and maintain proper signage constitutes a violation under § 22-412(g), and the village may take corrective action and recover its costs from the responsible mortgagee, owner, or landlord.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Phoenix Ch. 22 Art. VI § 22-412 gives tenants and neighbors a basis to expect that rental properties are kept secure against unauthorized entry, with all openings repaired and locked. If a property appears unsecured — for example, broken windows left unrepaired or required vacancy signage missing — that condition may constitute a code violation that can be reported to the Village of Phoenix's code enforcement office. Tenants who believe a landlord is failing to meet the security standards of § 22-412 may also consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand what remedies or defenses may be available.
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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