Exotic pets in Goodyear are regulated by AZGFD under ARS 17-306. Venomous reptiles and dangerous wildlife are restricted or prohibited. The city limits household pets to 4 per property. Livestock is prohibited unless specifically permitted by code.
Exotic pet ownership in Goodyear is regulated by the Arizona Game and Fish Department under ARS 17-306. AZGFD maintains a restricted species list including venomous reptiles, large constrictors, primates, and big cats. Some species are prohibited entirely; others require special permits. The Goodyear code limits household pets to 4 per property (Section 7-1-4). Livestock including horses, mules, cattle, goats, sheep, and swine are prohibited unless specifically allowed by zoning or code. HOAs may impose additional pet restrictions.
Keeping prohibited animals may result in seizure, citations, and criminal charges under state wildlife law.
Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear Code Section 13-3-7 establishes stopping, standing, and parking prohibitions. General street parking is permitted unless posted otherwise. RVs, trai...
Goodyear, AZ
Inoperable or unregistered vehicles on residential property must be stored out of public view. Maximum 2 such vehicles outside a garage. On streets, ARS 28-8...
Goodyear, AZ
Arizona has no statutory spite fence law; common law nuisance applies. In Goodyear, shared boundary walls are typically developer-installed. Maintenance is g...
Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear allows fences up to 6 feet in rear yards and 3 feet in front yards. Block masonry walls are standard throughout all master-planned communities. HOAs...
Goodyear, AZ
Block masonry (CMU) walls are standard in all Goodyear subdivisions. Barbed wire and electric fences are prohibited in residential zones. Chain link may be r...
Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear requires building permits for fences and walls. Block masonry walls require permits and inspections for footing, rebar, and construction. The Develo...
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