Rural life presents a different set of circumstances than living within any town or city limits of Gila County. It is best to be aware of what services are or are not available to you as a rural resident. The Code of the West can help guide you in your decision to live a more rural lifestyle. The Code of the West was first chronicled by RimCountry resident and western writer Zane Grey as an unwritten code of conduct with integrity and self-reliance guiding decisions and actions of the early residents.
County services being different from city services means there are certain things to consider before committing to a rural lifestyle. Take into account what it may mean for you in terms of the following:
Emergency Response
Legal Access
Road Maintenance
Private Road Standards
Extreme Weather Driving
Natural Disasters
Utilities
Power Outages
Flash Floods
Wildlife
Deed Restrictions
HOAs
Open Range Laws
And More…explore here: https://www.gilacountyaz.gov/government/community_development/the_code_of_the_west.php