Goodyear requires grading permits for on-site grading and drainage modifications. The city's Engineering Design Standards and Chapter 15 (Subdivision Regulations) mandate that lots drain toward streets at a minimum 1% grade. The Engineering Department reviews all grading plans and drainage calculations. Drainage cannot be redirected onto neighboring properties.
Grading and drainage in Goodyear are regulated through the city's grading permit process, Chapter 15 Subdivision Regulations, and the Engineering Design Standards and Policies Manual. All on-site grading requires a permit from the Engineering Department. Residential lots must be designed to drain toward the street at a minimum grade of 1%. Drainage from one property cannot be redirected onto adjacent properties. Subdivisions must provide drainage facilities as required by the City Engineer based on storm runoff calculations prepared by the subdivider's engineer. Retention basins, drainage channels, and other stormwater facilities must have enforceable operation and maintenance agreements. Chapter 16 (Flood Damage Prevention) adds requirements for properties in FEMA-mapped flood zones. The Engineering Department at (623) 932-3200 handles grading permit applications and plan review.
Grading without a permit or redirecting drainage onto neighboring properties violates city code. The Engineering Department and Code Compliance at (623) 932-3200 enforce grading regulations. Violations may result in stop-work orders, requirements to restore original grades, installation of corrective drainage, and administrative fines. Property owners are liable for damage caused by improper grading and drainage.
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