Arizona's Protected Native Plant Law (ARS 3-901) protects native trees statewide. Peoria requires tree preservation in development landscape plans. Native species (saguaro, palo verde, ironwood) need state permits for removal. Shade trees valued for urban heat mitigation.
Peoria protects significant trees through zoning landscape standards and ARS 3-901. Development review requires evaluation of existing trees with preservation, transplanting, or replacement provisions. Protected native plants cannot be removed without Arizona Department of Agriculture permits. Shade trees are increasingly valued for urban heat island reduction. City street trees are managed by Public Works.
Unauthorized native plant removal: up to $100,000. City tree removal requires authorization.
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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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