Goodyear, AZ Building Setbacks & Zoning: Setback Rules (2026)

Goodyear's residential setback requirements are found in Zoning Ordinance Section 3-2-3 (Development Standards for Agricultural and Single Family Districts). The city has multiple single-family zoning districts with varying lot sizes and setbacks. Standard R1-6 districts (6,000 sq ft minimum lots, common in newer subdivisions) typically require 20-foot front setbacks, 5-foot side setbacks (10 feet total both sides), and 15-foot rear setbacks. Larger lot districts like R1-18 and R1-43 have greater setbacks. In R1-6 and R1-4 districts, minimum lot width and total side setbacks may be reduced if additional Design Elements are provided per Table 3-2-3-E. Corner lots typically require greater setbacks on the street-facing side. Most Goodyear development occurs through Planned Area Developments (PADs) under Section 3-5-3, which may establish setbacks different from standard zoning. The setback from a public or private street not providing direct vehicular access is 10 feet. Development Services at (623) 932-3200 provides setback information for specific properties.