FAQs • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngage

Does the District allow use of their property for a one-time event?: It depends. Please complete a one-time event permit via the District's Right of Way Use Permit process. Each request will be reviewed on an individual basis to determine if a permit will be authorized. If you need additional assistance, please contact our Right of Way Permits Branch, 602-506-0117. Learn more on our Right-of-Way Use Permit page.
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Flood Control - Property & Maintenance (Español)

1. Who is responsible for maintaining the drainage channel / basin in my neighborhood?: It depends. Typically your local jurisdiction or home owners association (HOA) has maintenance responsibilities for drainage in your neighborhood therefore you should contact them first. If the District is responsible for the maintenance, please contact us, 602-506-1501, and ask to speak with the Operations and Maintenance Division.
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2. Who maintains vegetation on Flood Control property and how often do they clear out the vegetation?: District properties are inspected routinely throughout the year by our Operations and Maintenance Division. Maintenance, such as vegetation removal, is performed annually or as necessary.
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3. How can I find out what property the District owns throughout the county?: The Flood Control District's website shows projects and associated land rights for those projects. If you have a very specific question as to boundary lines or ownership rights, you should contact the Real Estate Division's Property Engineering Branch.
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4. How can I find out where the District has easements throughout the county?: Some easements can be verified by contacting the Property Engineering Branch, 602-506-0388. Some of the older easements across District property were not originally tracked so it may require getting a Title Report to verify easement grants across District property.
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5. How can I find out if a District parcel has a recreational use easement?: Please contact the Property Management Branch, 602-506-4747.
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6. Does the District allow use of their property for a one-time event?: It depends. Please complete a one-time event permit via the District's Right of Way Use Permit process. Each request will be reviewed on an individual basis to determine if a permit will be authorized. If you need additional assistance, please contact our Right of Way Permits Branch, 602-506-0117. Learn more on our Right-of-Way Use Permit page.
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