Surprise limits customer traffic to home businesses to maintain residential neighborhood character. Home occupations must not generate excessive vehicle trips, parking demand, or delivery activity. The zoning code may limit the number of customer visits per day.
The City of Surprise zoning code restricts customer and client traffic at home occupations to preserve residential neighborhood character. Major home occupations that involve customer visits are subject to limits on the number of clients per day (typically a small number) and may restrict visiting hours. Minor home occupations (those without customer visits) have fewer restrictions. Business-related delivery frequency must not exceed what is normal for a residence. Commercial vehicle visits beyond standard residential deliveries may trigger code enforcement. Adequate off-street parking must be available for any permitted visitors. Home businesses must not cause parking congestion on residential streets. Community Development at (623) 222-1200 can clarify specific traffic limits for different home occupation categories. HOA communities may have additional restrictions on business-related traffic.
Excessive business traffic at a residence results in Code Enforcement citations. Home occupation permits may be revoked for ongoing traffic violations. Contact Code Enforcement at (623) 222-1200.
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