Arizona Rental Application

ARIZONA RESIDENTIAL RENTAL APPLICATION

This application is governed by the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (A.R.S. § 33-1301 et seq.). Application and screening fees must be disclosed in advance. There is no statutory cap on application fees, but the amount and that the fee is non-refundable must be clearly stated. Security deposits are capped at one and one-half (1.5) times the monthly rent under A.R.S. § 33-1321. The landlord must provide a written receipt for any security deposit collected. All screening must comply with the Arizona Fair Housing Act (A.R.S. § 41-1491) and the federal Fair Housing Act.

Date of Application: [[Application Date]]

Property Information

Property Address: [[Street Address, City, Arizona, ZIP Code]]

Unit Number: [[Unit Number or "N/A"]]

Advertised Monthly Rent: $[[Monthly Rent Amount]]

Security Deposit Amount (max 1.5x rent): $[[Security Deposit Amount]]

Other Fees Due at Move-In: [[List or "None"]]

Lease Term Requested: [[12 Months / Month-to-Month / Other Term]]

Desired Move-In Date: [[Desired Move-In Date]]

Landlord / Property Manager

Name: [[Landlord or Property Manager Full Name]]

Phone: [[Phone Number]]

Email: [[Email Address]]

Mailing Address for Notices: [[Mailing Address, City, Arizona, ZIP Code]]

Application Fee Disclosure

Application / Screening Fee Amount: $[[Application Fee Amount]]

The fee is: [[Non-refundable / Partially refundable as follows: [[Refund Terms]]]]

The fee covers: [[Credit report / Background check / Application processing / Other: [[Description]]]]

Fee is due with submission of this application. Payment method: [[Cash / Check / Money Order / Online Payment Link]]

Applicant Information (All adult occupants 18+ must complete a separate application)

1. Full legal name of applicant: [[Full Legal Name]]

2. Date of birth: [[MM/DD/YYYY]]

3. Social Security Number or ITIN (for screening only): [[SSN or ITIN]]

4. Primary phone: [[Primary Phone]]

5. Alternate phone: [[Alternate Phone]]

6. Email address: [[Email Address]]

7. Current address: [[Current Street, City, State, ZIP]]

8. How long at current address: [[Years and Months]]

9. Reason for leaving: [[Reason for Leaving]]

10. Landlord or property manager at current address: [[Name and Phone]]

11. Current monthly rent or housing payment: $[[Current Housing Payment]]

Previous Residence (last 3 years or last two addresses)

1. Previous address: [[Street, City, State, ZIP]]

2. Dates resided: [[From MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY]]

3. Landlord name and phone: [[Name, Phone]]

4. Reason for leaving: [[Reason]]

5. Rent amount: $[[Amount]]

Employment and Income

1. Current employer: [[Employer Name]]

2. Employer address: [[Employer Address]]

3. Job title / position: [[Job Title]]

4. Length of employment: [[Years and Months]]

5. Supervisor or HR contact: [[Name and Phone]]

6. Gross monthly income: $[[Gross Monthly Income]]

7. Other income source and amount: [[Source and $Amount]] (e.g., alimony, disability, side business, note source of income is a protected class in Arizona fair housing)

8. If self-employed, provide tax returns or profit/loss statements for [[Number]] years: [[Yes / Attached]]

Co-Applicants and Occupants

1. Additional adult occupants who will reside at the property: [[Full Names and Ages or "None"]]

2. Minor children who will reside: [[Number and Ages or "None"]]

3. Any other persons expected to reside more than 30 days: [[Names or "None"]]

Pets and Animals

1. Will you have pets? [[Yes / No]]

2. Type, breed, weight, age: [[Details or "N/A"]]

3. Service or assistance animal (not subject to pet rules): [[Yes / No]] Type: [[Description]] Documentation attached: [[Yes / No]]

Vehicles

1. Number of vehicles: [[Number]]

2. Make, model, year, license plate for each: [[List or "None"]]

3. Will any vehicle be parked off-site or on street? [[Yes / No]] Details: [[Details]]

Criminal and Eviction History

1. Have you ever been convicted of a felony? [[Yes / No]] If yes, describe: [[Description, Date, Jurisdiction]] (Note: blanket bans may violate fair housing guidance; individualized assessment applies)

2. Have you ever been evicted or had an unlawful detainer filed against you? [[Yes / No]] Details: [[Description]]

3. Are you currently on probation or parole? [[Yes / No]] Details: [[Details]]

Bankruptcy and Credit

1. Have you filed bankruptcy in the last seven (7) years? [[Yes / No]] Chapter and discharge date: [[Details or "N/A"]]

2. Do you have any outstanding judgments, liens, or collections related to housing? [[Yes / No]] Amount and status: [[Details]]

Emergency Contact

1. Name: [[Emergency Contact Full Name]]

2. Relationship: [[Relationship]]

3. Phone: [[Phone Number]]

4. Address: [[Address]]

References (Non-Family)

1. Personal reference name and phone: [[Name, Phone]]

2. Professional reference name and phone: [[Name, Phone]]

Screening Authorization and FCRA Disclosure

I authorize the landlord, property manager, or their agents to obtain consumer reports, credit reports, criminal background checks, eviction records, and employment/income verification from third-party screening services and other sources.

I understand that:

1. A consumer report may be obtained for tenant screening purposes under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

2. If adverse action is taken based in whole or in part on information in a consumer report, I will be provided a copy of the report and a summary of my FCRA rights.

3. I may request a free copy of any consumer report if adverse action is taken.

4. Screening criteria are objective and applied uniformly. Income, credit, rental history, and criminal history factors are considered on a case-by-case basis consistent with fair housing law.

Applicant Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Fair Housing Notice

This property is offered in compliance with the federal Fair Housing Act and the Arizona Fair Housing Act (A.R.S. § 41-1491). We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability, or any additional classes protected under Arizona law including source of income and sexual orientation/gender identity where applicable.

Screening criteria are applied uniformly and include reasonable minimum standards for income (typically [[Income Multiple Requirement, e.g., 3x rent]]), credit score or history, rental history, and criminal background. Criminal history is evaluated individually; blanket exclusions for arrest records or certain convictions are not used. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities will be considered upon request with appropriate documentation.

If you believe you have been discriminated against, you may contact the Arizona Attorney General's Civil Rights Division or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Screening Criteria Summary (Disclosed Upfront)

The following objective criteria will be used to evaluate this application:

1. Income: Gross monthly household income must meet or exceed [[Income Requirement, e.g., 3.0 times monthly rent]]. Verifiable sources include employment, self-employment, benefits, alimony, child support, and other lawful income.

2. Credit: Minimum credit score [[Minimum Score or "Review of History"]]. Negative items such as recent evictions, unpaid rent judgments, or utility collections within [[Time Period, e.g., 3 years]] will be considered.

3. Rental History: No evictions or lease violations resulting in termination within [[Time Period]] unless mitigated circumstances are provided and reviewed.

4. Criminal History: Convictions will be assessed for relevance, recency, and nature. Violent crimes, sex offenses, and certain property crimes may be disqualifying depending on individual circumstances and time elapsed.

5. Other: No more than [[Maximum Occupants]] persons per bedroom per applicable code and lease. Valid government-issued photo ID required at lease signing.

Application and Deposit Receipt (Landlord Use)

Date Received: [[Date]]

Application Fee Received: $[[Amount]] Form of Payment: [[Method]] Receipt Number: [[Number or "N/A"]]

Security Deposit Received: $[[Amount]] (not to exceed 1.5x monthly rent) Form of Payment: [[Method]]

Written receipt provided to applicant on: [[Date]]

Landlord / Agent Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Landlord or Agent Name]]

Additional Disclosures and Acknowledgments

1. I certify that all information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

2. I understand that any material misrepresentation or omission may result in denial of the application or termination of tenancy.

3. I authorize verification of all information provided, including contacting current and prior landlords, employers, and references.

4. I understand that the security deposit will be held in accordance with A.R.S. § 33-1321 and that the landlord must provide an itemized statement of any deductions within fourteen (14) business days after termination of tenancy and return of possession.

5. I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this completed application and all fee and deposit receipts.

Applicant Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Landlord Decision Record (Internal Use Only)

Application Status: [[Approved / Denied / Pending Additional Information]]

Date Decision Communicated: [[Date]]

If denied, basis (summary of objective criteria not met): [[Summary]]

If adverse action based on consumer report, FCRA notice and copy of report provided on: [[Date]]

Agent / Landlord Initials: ____

End of Arizona Rental Application

Template example, not professional legal advice. This form is a template incorporating requirements of the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and fair housing laws as of June 2026. Application fees, screening practices, and deposit handling must comply with current law. Use of this template does not guarantee compliance; consult current statutes and legal counsel. All user inputs use [[Token Name]] format.

Primary Sources (as of June 2026):

• A.R.S. § 33-1301 et seq., Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act

• A.R.S. § 33-1321, Security deposits (1.5x cap, 14-business-day accounting, written receipt requirement)

• A.R.S. § 41-1491 et seq., Arizona Fair Housing Act

• Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.)

• Federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3601 et seq.)

• HUD guidance on criminal records and tenant screening (2016 and updates)

• Arizona Attorney General Civil Rights Division fair housing resources