Goodyear, AZ Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Legal Types
- Ground sparklers, snakes, smoke items only
- Illegal Types
- Aerial, firecrackers, bottle rockets
- City Code
- Section 11-1-34
- State Law
- ARS 36-1606
- Penalty
- Class 1 misdemeanor, up to $2,500
Summary
Goodyear Code Section 11-1-34 prohibits the use, discharge, or ignition of fireworks within the city except for permissible consumer fireworks (ground sparklers, snakes, smoke items) during periods allowed by ARS 36-1606. Aerial fireworks are illegal statewide.
(a) Regulate, consistent with the standards set forth in NFPA 1124, the sale of permissible consumer fireworks. (b) Prohibit the sale of permissible consumer fireworks on days other than May 20 through July 6 and December 10 through January 3 of each year. The sale of permissible consumer fireworks may be prohibited on days between May 20 through July 6 and December 10 through January 3 of each year if a federal or state agency implements a stage one or higher fire restriction. Any prohibition during those dates is limited to only the dates when the stage one or higher fire restriction is in place. (c) Prohibit the use of permissible consumer fireworks on days other than June 24 through July 6 and December 26 through January 4 of each year.
Full Breakdown
Under Goodyear Code Section 11-1-34, the use, discharge, or ignition of fireworks within the city is prohibited except for permissible consumer fireworks as defined by ARS 36-1606. Permissible consumer fireworks include ground sparklers, ground-based fountains, novelty items, snakes, and smoke devices. These may be used on private property with owner consent during the time periods specified by state law. Aerial fireworks, firecrackers, bottle rockets, and Roman candles are illegal statewide. The Goodyear Fire Department may impose additional restrictions during high fire danger. The desert climate creates extreme fire risk. HOAs may prohibit all fireworks in their communities.
Violations & Fines
Use of illegal fireworks is a Class 1 misdemeanor under Arizona law. Fines up to $2,500. Persons responsible for damages are liable for suppression costs.
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