Arizona's Protected Native Plant Law (ARS 3-901) protects saguaro, palo verde, ironwood, and other species. Removal requires a state permit. Peoria encourages desert-adapted landscaping. New development must include native/adapted plants in landscape plans.
Peoria promotes native and desert-adapted landscaping. ARS 3-901 protects native species from removal without an Arizona Department of Agriculture permit. Protected species include saguaro, palo verde, ironwood, and barrel cacti. New developments must incorporate desert-adapted plants. Peoria's master-planned communities typically use desert landscaping. The city supports xeriscape principles for water conservation. Penalties for unauthorized removal of protected plants can reach $100,000.
Unauthorized native plant removal carries fines up to $100,000.
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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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Smoke alarms in Peoria are required by ARS 36-1637 and the 2018 IFC adopted by City Code Sec. 9-31 (Ord. 2021-13). Approved alarms must be installed in every...
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Peoria adopts International Fire Code (IFC) Chapter 61 for LP-gas. Residential: two 20-lb cylinders max per dwelling outside; indoor storage prohibited. BBQ ...
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Peoria's fire code (2018 International Fire Code) requires property owners to clear dry brush, dead vegetation, and fire hazards. The city's northwest Valley...
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