The following documents are library polices drafted by the Library Administration and approved by the Library Board. For questions about any of these policies, please contact us.

For information about checkout limits and fees, see our Lending Terms page.

Policies & Procedure Documents

Acceptable Use of Electronic Resources (AUP) PUB-4 (pdf) Accessibility PUB-11 (pdf) Collection Development COL-2 (pdf) Confidentiality of Library Records MGT-2 (pdf) Early Closure EME-11 (pdf) Interlibrary Loan PUB-5 (pdf) Library Cards CIR-1 (pdf) Library Cards for Visitors CIR-10 (pdf) Loan Guidelines CIR-7 (pdf) Materials Donations MGT-4 (pdf) MAX PUB-12 (pdf) Rules of Conduct (pdf) Unattended Children CUS-5 (pdf)

Library Fee Change Notifications

Notice of library fees change, effective July 1, 2020

  • Overdue fines are eliminated.
  • Unclaimed hold fees ($1.00 for each item not picked up) are eliminated.
  • Collection agency fees are eliminated.
  • An unreturned item is considered lost 10 days after the due date. The cost of the item is charged to the account.
  • Returning the item in good condition will remove the charge.

Notice of library fees change, effective July 1, 2015

  • The fee charged for permanent non-residents of Maricopa County has increased from $30 to $43.

Notice of library fees change, effective June 18, 2014

  • Patrons are delinquent when their accounts reach $10.00.
  • All library debts are discharged when listed in a patron's bankruptcy.
  • Patrons may be given a refund within 30 days of payment for lost items. Return of the library item in reusable condition and proof of payment showing method of payment are required for a refund. Processing fees are non-refundable.
  • Patrons will be notified by mail, email or text when the requested item is available. There is a limit of 12 holds per account.

Notice of library fees change, effective August 1, 2013

  • Increase the Collection Agency Fee from $10 to $15.
  • Charge patrons $1 for each hold that is not picked up by the due date.

Notice of library fees change, effective July 1, 2010

  • Permanent non-residents of Maricopa County are now eligible for a Scottsdale Public Library card upon payment of an annual fee of $30.
  • Library cards for permanent non-residents of Maricopa County will expire annually.
  • Patrons are delinquent when their accounts reach $15.00.
  • Patrons no longer have the option to replace lost or damaged materials but will be charged the cost of the item.
  • Maximum overdue fine for adult materials moves to $10.00 per item (children’s and teen materials remain at $5.00 per item).