FAQ / Feeding Birds: I want to feed the quail in my backyard but my neighbor says I can’t because there are restrictions. What are the restrictions?

No intentional feeding or watering of wild animals other than feeding of birds, using proper feeders that are out of the reach of other animals, is permitted anywhere in the SMVEHOA subdivision. Quail blocks may only be used within (not on) the walls separating your patio from the common areas. Water containing devices, within the reach of any ground creatures, must be within the patio walls and not accessible to creatures outside the walls. Placing any food item or water on the ground or within easy reach of any animal anywhere in the common areas is forbidden.

If any resident of Sunrise Mountain Estates is found to be guilty of violation of this new rule, a fine of $150/day will accrue until the offense is discontinued. In addition, the offender will be referred to Arizona Game and Fish for possible further disciplinary action.

For the background on this policy and Arizona state law that makes feeding wildlife illegal, see Fine for Unlawful Feeding of Wildlife in SMVE (Update 2009).

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