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Overview
The Development Services Department helps define the City's future by providing high-quality, effective, and professional development services. Our team promotes a pro-business environment, by providing flexible procedures that attract developers and residents to work, play, and invest in Avondale.
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The City of Avondale has adopted the 2024 International Code Council (ICC) family of codes and the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), including City of Avondale specific local amendments.
The ordinance will become effective on January 1, 2026, in accordance with the City's standard ordinance adoption procedures.
The ordinance will become effective on January 1, 2026, in accordance with the City's standard ordinance adoption procedures.
Adoption of 2024 ICC Codes & 2023 NEC
Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Rates and Fees Schedule is Now Live (September 1, 2025)
Development Impact Fees 2022-2023
Development Review Time Frames Live 6/10/24
Jodie Novak, Director of Development Services
Give us your input on our open forum to review current projects! Visit the aVoice online forum to share your thoughts.
Avondale ConnectReport code violations, schedule a building inspection, request stormdrain to be cleaned, and so much more at www.avondaleaz.gov/AviWise. The AviWise mobile app is available on Google Play
AviWiseView the Final Specific Area Plan for Old Town, Cashion, Las Ligas/Rio Vista here.
View PlanA pedestrian-oriented district with generous landscaping, shops on the ground floor, small plazas and parks that will be the West Valley's newest exciting mixed-use destination.
The BLVD