Goodyear does not have a specific composting ordinance. Residential composting is permitted on private property provided it does not create nuisance conditions such as odor, pest attraction, or unsanitary conditions. The city's property maintenance and nuisance provisions apply. Arizona's desert climate requires enclosed or managed composting methods to avoid attracting pests.
Goodyear has no dedicated composting ordinance, so residential composting is governed by general nuisance and property maintenance provisions. Compost bins and piles on residential property must be maintained to prevent offensive odors, rodent or insect infestation, and stagnant water. Open composting that attracts vermin or creates odors detectable from neighboring properties may be cited as a nuisance. The city's solid waste contractor (Waste Connections of Arizona) provides green waste collection, and yard trimmings placed in the green waste bin are composted at commercial facilities. Maricopa County Environmental Services also has standards for composting operations. Enclosed compost bins are recommended in the desert environment to manage moisture and heat and reduce pest issues.
While composting itself is not prohibited, compost that creates nuisance odors, attracts vermin, or produces stagnant water may be cited under nuisance provisions. Code Compliance at (623) 932-3200 responds to complaints. Property owners may be required to modify composting methods, enclose bins, or remove compost piles causing nuisance conditions.
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