Retaining walls in Goodyear require permits when exceeding height thresholds. Walls over 4 feet of exposed height generally require engineered plans. The flat terrain means retaining walls are less common but used along washes and grade changes.
Goodyear requires building permits for retaining walls exceeding height thresholds (typically 4 feet exposed height). Engineered structural plans by a licensed engineer are needed for taller walls. The relatively flat West Valley terrain means retaining walls are less common, but they appear along desert washes, between lots at different elevations, and in commercial developments. Walls must not redirect drainage onto neighboring properties.
Unpermitted retaining walls may require removal or retrofit.
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
Goodyear Code Section 7-2-9 requires dogs to be on a leash not more than 6 feet long when on public streets, parks, or property. All dogs must be licensed th...
Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear has no breed-specific legislation. Arizona law (ARS 11-1025) classifies dogs as dangerous based on individual behavior, not breed. HOAs may restrict...
Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear Code of Ordinances Section 7-1-4 limits residential properties to no more than four household pets, including no more than one potbellied pig (not e...
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Goodyear discourages feeding wildlife. Coyotes, javelina, and rattlesnakes are common in the West Valley. Feeding wildlife attracts dangerous animals to resi...
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