Peoria's western and northern edges border desert open space near Lake Pleasant, creating some wildfire risk. However, the city does not have formally designated WUI zones. The 2018 International Fire Code provides general fire prevention standards. Properties near the desert interface should maintain defensible space.
Peoria does not have formally designated wildland-urban interface zones. However, the city's rapid westward growth toward Lake Pleasant and desert open space creates some wildfire exposure. Newer communities like Vistancia and Lake Pleasant developments border undeveloped desert. The primary risk is brush fires in dried desert vegetation during the pre-monsoon season. The 2018 International Fire Code as adopted provides general fire prevention standards. Peoria's Fire Department participates in regional mutual aid for wildland fire response. The Arizona Firewise USA program encourages defensible space practices.
No WUI-specific codes apply, but general fire prevention violations for hazardous vegetation may be cited.
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Peoria permits residential EV charger installation with electrical permits for Level 2 systems. ARS 33-1818 prevents HOAs from banning EV chargers. Level 1 c...
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Peoria requires permits for masonry walls and block fences. Standard open fencing under 6 feet in side and rear yards may not require a building permit but m...
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Peoria limits dogs/cats to a combined total typically allowed in residential zones and treats hoarding under AZ §13-2910 animal cruelty. Maricopa County Anim...
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Backyard composting is allowed in Peoria for residential yard/food waste. No state mandate (AZ has no SB 1383 equivalent). Piles must be rodent-resistant and...
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Peoria requires property owners to control weeds per the nuisance ordinance. Overgrown vegetation creating fire hazards, harboring vermin, or appearing unsig...
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