Goodyear Zoning Ordinance Article 8-3 establishes building height limitations. Residential zones generally allow structures up to 30 feet or two stories. Height is measured from finished grade to the highest point of the roof. Exceptions exist for chimneys, antennas, and mechanical equipment. Properties near Phoenix Goodyear Airport (GYR) and Luke AFB may have additional height restrictions.
Goodyear's building height limits are set in Zoning Ordinance Article 8-3 (Height Limitations) and the development standards for each zoning district. Single-family residential districts generally limit structures to 30 feet or two stories, whichever is less. Height is measured from finished grade to the highest point of the roof structure. Accessory structures have lower height limits, typically 15 feet. Public, semi-public, and institutional buildings may receive height waivers from City Council provided that setbacks are increased one foot for each foot of additional height above the standard limit. Chimneys, antennas, flagpoles, and rooftop mechanical equipment may exceed the height limit subject to specific provisions. Properties near Phoenix Goodyear Airport (GYR) must comply with FAA Part 77 imaginary surface requirements, which may restrict height below zoning allowances. The Airport Overlay Zone imposes additional height and land use restrictions. Development Services at (623) 932-3200 determines applicable height limits for specific properties.
Exceeding height limits without approval violates the Zoning Ordinance. Construction exceeding the height limit may receive stop-work orders from Development Services. Structures must be reduced to conforming height or obtain approval through the variance or waiver process. Building near GYR without considering airport height restrictions may trigger FAA obstruction review.
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