Frequently Asked Questions
Yuma County, AZ
What can I build on this property?
Contact Yuma County Department of Development Services – Planning & Zoning.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Can you call the county for me?
We can’t call for you, but you can contact Development Services directly.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Where can I gather more information about my property?
Assessor: 928‑373‑6040 | https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/assessor
Treasurer: 928‑539‑7781 | https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/treasurer
Recorder: 928‑373‑6020 | https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/recorder
Is there a Homeowners Association or Property Owners Association?
Check your deed or contact the Recorder’s Office.
Telephone Number: 928‑373‑6020
Can we camp on our property?
Allowed in some zones. Confirm with Planning & Zoning.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Are the property taxes up to date?
Contact the Treasurer’s Office.
Telephone Number: 928‑539‑7781
What is the title transfer process?
Record a deed with the Recorder’s Office.
Telephone Number: 928‑373‑6020
Does the property have road access?
Use parcel maps or call the Assessor’s Office.
Telephone Number: 928‑373‑6040
Are there any easements or restrictions on the property?
Review recorded documents or contact the Recorder.
Telephone Number: 928‑373‑6020
Is the land buildable or usable year-round?
Usually yes. Contact Planning & Zoning to confirm.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Is this property in a flood zone or fire zone?
Use FEMA maps or check with Development Services.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Does the property have utilities like water, power, or sewer?
Varies by location. Contact utility providers or Development Services.
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
How do I get water, electricity, or internet to the property?
Water: well or local provider
Electric: utility company
Internet: satellite, broadband, or rural ISP
How do I transfer this land to someone else in the future?
File a deed with the Recorder’s Office.
Telephone Number: 928‑373‑6020
Can I combine this property with another one?
Contact Planning & Zoning for combination requests.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Can I put a mobile home or RV on the property?
Check with Planning & Zoning for zoning compliance.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Can I raise animals or farm on the land?
Usually allowed in agricultural/rural zones. Confirm with Planning.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Can I use the property for Airbnb, tiny homes, or other rentals?
Short-term rentals may be regulated. Contact Development Services.
Telephone Number: 928‑817‑5000
Website: https://www.yumacountyaz.gov
Is hunting or shooting allowed on the land?
Permitted in rural areas under AZ Game & Fish laws.
Telephone Number: 602‑942‑3000
Website: https://www.azgfd.com