Request Traffic Calming & Speed Humps - Phoenix AZ

Transportation Arizona 3 Minutes Read ยท published February 05, 2026 Flag of Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona residents can request traffic calming measures, including speed humps near schools, through the City of Phoenix Street Transportation process. This guide explains who is responsible, how to start a petition, typical review steps, enforcement pathways, and what official forms or contacts to use. It is intended for parents, school staff, neighborhood associations, and property owners seeking safer streets around schools and residential areas.

How requests are evaluated

Requests for traffic calming are managed by the City of Phoenix Street Transportation Department. Staff review speed, collision history, roadway classification, and neighborhood support. Formal petitions or neighborhood requests usually trigger an engineering evaluation followed by community outreach and approval steps.

City of Phoenix Traffic Calming information[1]

Start by contacting the Street Transportation traffic calming team for an initial feasibility check.

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement of traffic speed limits and related violations is primarily by Phoenix Police Department through speed enforcement and citations. The City enforces unauthorized alteration or obstruction of public streets and traffic control devices through city code and administrative actions; specific monetary penalties for unauthorized installation or tampering with traffic calming devices are not specified on the cited page and must be confirmed with the enforcing office.[1]

  • Enforcer: Street Transportation Department for installations and maintenance; Phoenix Police Department for moving violations and speed enforcement.
  • Fines: exact fine amounts for unlawful installation or removal of traffic calming devices are not specified on the cited page.
  • Escalation: the cited municipal program pages do not list first/repeat offence ranges; contact the department for code citations and escalation details.[1]
  • Non-monetary sanctions: removal orders, restoration requirements, or administrative remedies may be used; exact procedures are referenced to city departments.
  • Inspection and complaints: submit complaints to Street Transportation via the city contact page or the traffic calming request form.Contact Street Transportation[2]
  • Appeals and reviews: appeal routes are managed under city administrative procedures; specific time limits for appeals are not specified on the cited traffic calming pages and should be requested from the department.[1]
If you observe tampering or unsafe installations, report it immediately to Street Transportation and Phoenix Police.

Applications & Forms

The City publishes a traffic calming petition and related guidance on how to start a request; the petition name, form number, fees, and specific submission deadlines are not fully listed on the general program page and should be obtained directly from the Street Transportation office or the program web page.[1]

Process & Typical Steps

While procedures vary by project, common steps include initial request, field review, data collection (speed and collision counts), petition or neighborhood approval, staff recommendation, and final approval by the appropriate city authority. Timelines depend on workload, study needs, and community response.

Community support is often required before physical measures are installed.
  • Data collection: speed and collision studies are scheduled after a request is received.
  • Petition: neighborhoods may be asked to complete a petition; see the Street Transportation program for the current petition form.[1]
  • Installation: approved physical measures are scheduled and installed by city crews or contractors as assigned.

FAQ

How do I request a traffic calming study near a school?
Contact the City of Phoenix Street Transportation Department and submit a traffic calming request or petition; initial guidance is on the city traffic calming page.[1]
Are there fees to apply for speed humps?
The general program information does not list specific application fees; contact Street Transportation for current fee information.[1]
Who enforces speed limits near schools?
Phoenix Police Department enforces speed limits; the Street Transportation Department implements physical traffic calming measures.

How-To

  1. Contact Street Transportation to request an initial feasibility review and ask for the traffic calming petition and guidance.[2]
  2. Gather neighborhood support and any required signatures according to the petition instructions provided by the city.
  3. Submit the petition and any required data to Street Transportation for engineering evaluation.
  4. Participate in outreach and follow-up meetings; the city will perform speed and collision studies as needed.
  5. If approved, coordinate with the city for scheduling installation and follow any maintenance or compliance requirements.

Key Takeaways

  • Start with Street Transportation to determine feasibility and required petitions.
  • Physical installations follow engineering review, community outreach, and city approval.
  • If enforcement or tampering is suspected, report to Phoenix Police and Street Transportation promptly.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Phoenix - Traffic Calming
  2. [2] City of Phoenix - Street Transportation Contact

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