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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
Village Planning Committee Meeting Summary 
PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1 
Date of VPC Meeting 
April 8, 2025 
Date of Planning Hearing 
Officer Hearing 
April 16, 2025 
Request 
1) Modification of Stipulation Nos. 1, 6, 11, 12.c, 13,
14, 15, 16, 19, 23, 24, 25, 48, and 49
2) Deletion of Stipulation Nos. 27, 28, 38, 42, 43, 44,
45, 46, and 47
Location 
Southeast corner of the I-17 Freeway and Jenny Lin 
Road  
VPC Recommendation 
Approval, with modifications and additional stipulations 
VPC Vote 
3-1
VPC DISCUSSION & RECOMMENDED STIPULATIONS:
Four members of the public registered to speak on this item, with concerns. 
Staff Presentation: 
Adrian Zambrano, staff, provided an overview of Planning Hearing Officer Case No. 
PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1, including the location, acreage, zoning, and a summary of the 
request. Mr. Zambrano provided background on Rezoning Case No. Z-8-22-1, including 
the boundary, acreage, entitled zoning, number of stipulations, and the original phasing 
plan. Mr. Zambrano provided history and background of the other two phases to the 
south, including the modified phase boundaries for Phase 1 and Phase 2 according to 
the boundaries of PHO-1-23--Z-8-22-1 and PHO-2-24--Z-8-22-1, the site plan and 
elevations for each phase, and the approved modified stipulations for each case. Mr. 
Zambrano displayed the site plan, elevations, and approved modified stipulations for 
Rezoning Case No. Z-124-23-1 for Phase 2 North. Mr. Zambrano then provided an 
overview of the proposal for Phase 3, including the site plan, elevations, and the 
requested stipulation modifications. Mr. Zambrano noted that the request is consistent 
with the language that was approved for the other cases, except Stipulation No. 6 for 
pedestrian pathway and trail shading, Stipulation No. 23 regarding detached sidewalks 
within the development, Stipulation No. 24 regarding a sidewalk along Jenny Lin Road, 
and Stipulation No. 27 regarding a minor collector street along the southern boundary of 
Phase 3. Mr. Zambrano noted that the Street Transportation Department indicated that 
Stipulation No. 27 was a mistake and should be deleted. Mr. Zambrano concluded that 
Attachment B

Rio Vista Village Planning Committee 
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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
a portion of the request was for review and approval of the site plan and elevations as 
required by Stipulation No. 48. 
 
Applicant Presentation: 
Adam Baugh, representative with Withey Morris Baugh, PLC, introduced himself and 
provided an overview of the request. Mr. Baugh noted that the original proposal was for 
up to 588 dwelling units for a multifamily residential development, but there was no 
developer for Phase 3 at the time of the original rezoning case. Mr. Baugh stated that 
each phase has decreased density. Mr. Baugh displayed the slope exhibit, noting that 
topography was a challenge of the site. Mr. Baugh displayed the amenities and 
renderings depicting the topography. Mr. Baugh stated that the proposal was consistent 
with the Rio Vista Village Design Guidelines, including desert-toned colors and 
preservation of the wash along the southern boundary of the site. Mr. Baugh concluded 
with a summary of the requested stipulation modifications.  
 
Questions from the Committee: 
Committee Member Will Holton asked if the site is on a level grade. Mr. Baugh 
responded that it was not, noting that the elevation was higher on the northeast side of 
the site and was lower on the southwest corner of the site. Committee Member Holton 
asked if there would be excavation into the hillside area where there is a higher slope.  
 
Joe Cable, representative with Bowman Consulting Group, responded that there would 
be some excavation and fill, in order for the buildings to be at the same height east to 
west and to have flat surfaces in some areas, but generally the development and 
roadways will follow the existing grade.  
 
Mr. Baugh stated that the elevation will still be higher on the east side than on the west 
side of the site.  
 
Committee Member Holton expressed concerns with shade for the north-south 
pedestrian connection provided along the east perimeter of the site, since it would be at 
a higher elevation and more exposed to the sun. Mr. Baugh responded that the internal 
walkways within the development that are between buildings would likely be shaded 
well from the buildings since they are up to four stories tall. Committee Member Holton 
asked if any of the units would be underground. Mr. Baugh responded that they would 
not be and clarified that buildings along the west side of the site would be at a lower 
grade level than on the east side. Committee Member Holton asked where water 
retention would be located. Mr. Baugh responded that it would be located in a variety of 
locations across the site, noting that the historical flows of the property must be 
generally followed.  
 
Mr. Cable stated that some water retention would be underground, some along the 
roadways, and the wash would maintain historical flow. 
 
Mr. Baugh stated that the development has not yet gone through the grading and 
drainage plan review with the City, but the slope exhibit displayed the conceptual layout 
of drainage.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
Committee Member Holton asked what a typical traffic calming measure was. Mr. 
Baugh responded that it could include speed bumps, speed tables, or chicanes. Mr. 
Baugh stated that the traffic calming measure would be determined during the site plan 
review process. Committee Member Holton asked what enhanced pedestrian 
connections were. Mr. Baugh responded that when pedestrian walkways cross a street, 
it would require a different material or pavement treatment, such as striping, that 
differentiates the walkway from the street. Committee Member Holton asked if the 
pedestrian crossings would be handicap accessible. Mr. Baugh responded 
affirmatively, noting that it was a requirement. Mr. Baugh stated that he could share 
what was elected for the traffic calming measures and enhanced pedestrian 
connections for this phase after preliminary site plan approval.  
 
Committee Member Ozzie Virgil stated that he liked the development much better 
than before. 
 
Committee Member Eileen Baden stated that the pedestrian alignment along Jenny 
Lin Road was shown on the 2004 Maricopa County Trail Master Plan as a future 
connection. Committee Member Baden stated that the area to the east was owned by 
the Arizona State Land Department (ASLD) and could potentially develop in the future. 
Committee Member Baden stated that recreational public pedestrian access should be 
maintained to Daisy Mountain and if not provided on Jenny Lin Road, then pedestrians 
would be forced to go a mile south to cross over east to safely get to Daisy Mountain. 
Committee Member Baden stated that even though the Maricopa County Department of 
Transportation (MCDOT) was not requiring a sidewalk along Jenny Lin Road, public 
pedestrian access should still be provided along the northern portion of the site. 
 
Chair Dino Cotton asked if Committee Member Baden was asking for a sidewalk 
rather than a natural pathway, noting that residents of the community had voiced 
concerns with not wanting a sidewalk and wanting a natural pathway. Committee 
Member Baden responded affirmatively, noting that Jenny Lin Road would be a 
roadway where vehicles will be driven, which is not safe for pedestrians. Committee 
Member Baden stated that the multi-use trail planned along the west side of the site 
could connect over to the east along the north side of the site. 
 
Mr. Baugh responded that there were agreements made with the neighbors during the 
original rezoning case which were added as stipulations. Mr. Baugh clarified that the 
vehicular access to the development along Jenny Lin Road was for emergency access 
only. Mr. Baugh added that MCDOT does not want a sidewalk in accordance with their 
cross section for Jenny Lin Road. Mr. Baugh stated that there were power lines along 
Jenny Lin Road that may need to be relocated, which may shift the roadway for Jenny 
Lin Road more onto the property in order to accommodate those relocated power lines. 
 
Committee Member Baden stated that MCDOT indicated that they were okay with a 
path or sidewalk being provided as long as it was not located within MCDOT right-of-
way, since it does not meet their rural residential cross section. Committee Member 
Baden added that the pedestrian connection to the east would serve the broader 
community. Mr. Baugh responded that the north-south pedestrian connection between

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
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phases would connect to the east from the southern phases. Mr. Baugh stated that a 
commitment for a pedestrian connection along Jenny Lin Road cannot be made until 
they know how MCDOT wants Jenny Lin Road adjusted. Committee Member Baden 
stated that the community of New River was to the north and the pedestrian connection 
would be a regional connection between New River and Anthem, noting that this was 
the reason that the Maricopa County Parks and Recreational Department originally 
requested a perimeter path around the overall development. Committee Member Baden 
expressed concerns with pedestrian safety, citing an incident that occurred along New 
River Road. 
 
Chair Cotton asked for clarification if any members of the local community have 
expressed that they do not want a sidewalk. Mr. Baugh responded that he had not 
heard anyone indicate that they want one. Chair Cotton asked if there could be a 
compromise for a pedestrian connection that could not be a sidewalk. Mr. Baugh 
responded that there may be some space for it depending on what MCDOT determines 
for Jenny Lin Road. 
 
Committee Member Baden stated that the perimeter path originally requested by 
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department was only provided along the west 
perimeter since there was supposed to be a sidewalk along Jenny Lin Road and Circle 
Mountain Road. Committee Member Baden reiterated that MCDOT does not care if a 
sidewalk is provided as long as it is not within their right-of-way. Committee Member 
Baden asked why MCDOT chose two northbound lanes for the expansion of the I-17 
frontage road. Mr. Baugh responded that he was not sure and noted that improvements 
are determined by the approved traffic study.  
 
Committee Member Baden expressed concerns with wildfires, noting that two 
southbound lanes may be more effective.  
 
Mr. Cable stated that it was a balance between the I-17 freeway and the frontage roads 
on each side, noting that it was not up to the applicant to determine that, and it was 
based on the traffic study. 
 
Committee Member Baden stated that the area is pretty green, including saguaros, 
ocotillos, and other plants, noting that the color palette could include more green 
accents. Committee Member Baden asked where the bicycle repair station would be 
located.  
 
Matthew Klein, representative with Lincoln Avenue Communities, responded that it was 
not shown on the conceptual site plan, but would be provided along the multi-use trail 
along the west side of the site. 
 
Committee Member Baden asked if the master plans have been completed yet. Mr. 
Baugh responded that they were likely completed by the phases to the south, and they 
will be amended by this phase. Committee Member Baden asked what color the noise 
wall would be. Mr. Baugh responded that it would match the color of the noise wall on 
the other side of the freeway. Committee Member Baden stated that the noise wall

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
was very dark and recommended the color be lighter or include art, which is 
encouraged in the Rio Vista Village Character Plan. Committee Member Baden stated 
that the I-17 is a scenic corridor in this area. Mr. Baugh responded that they would 
likely want the noise wall to be consistent with the existing noise walls along the 
corridor. Mr. Baugh stated that they could take a look at some other color options the 
Committee recommends. Committee Member Baden recommended that language be 
added to clarify that the north-south pedestrian connection between phases be publicly 
accessible. Mr. Baugh responded that they would be agreeable to that as a matter of 
consistency between phases. Committee Member Baden recommended discussing 
the potential for the multi-use trail to act as a fire break and firetruck pathway in the 
event of an emergency with Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical. Mr. Baugh responded that 
it may be a challenge for firetrucks to use the multi-use trail as an emergency pathway 
due to the 75 percent shade requirement for the multi-use trail and tree canopies that 
may be in the way. Mr. Baugh added that firetrucks would likely sink within the multi-use 
trail in a storm event. Committee Member Baden stated that it could just be a 
conversation with Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical that if they use the multi-use trail in the 
event of an emergency and disturb the area around it, they would need to restore it to 
how it was before. Committee Member Baden asked if the multi-use trail along the I-17 
frontage road would be constructed from Jenny Lin Road to Circle Mountain Road as 
part of the first phase of development or if it would be segmented. 
 
Mr. Klein responded that if the development was phased, it would be phased from 
either east to west or west to east, noting that the full frontage of the western side would 
be completed.  
 
Committee Member Baden asked if there was more information about the 
development being affordable housing, noting that the letter from Bowman Consulting 
Group in the submittal materials noted that the project was affordable. Mr. Baugh 
responded that there was not. Committee Member Baden asked for an approximation 
of the number of people that would be living within the development. 
Mr. Klein responded that there would be two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-
bedroom units, noting that the development was largely catered towards families. Mr. 
Klein stated that an average of three people within each unit would be around 1,200 
people living within the development. 
 
Committee Member Baden expressed support for good pathways and opportunities for 
children and non-drivers to be able to utilize the site, citing sections of the General Plan. 
Mr. Klein responded that the entire site will be ADA accessible, noting that the 
amenities within the development would be accessible from every ADA unit on the site. 
Committee Member Baden stated that the elevations do not seem to be compatible 
with the architectural theme of the phases to the south, as required by Stipulation No. 
48.c. 
 
Lori Knudson, representative with Kaas Wilson Architects, responded that they were 
working with the Rio Vista Village Design Guidelines, including the desert-tone color 
palette.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
Chair Cotton asked for clarification if the site plan and elevations are to be reviewed by 
the Committee. Mr. Zambrano responded affirmatively, noting that Stipulation No. 48 
required review and approval of the site plan and elevations for Phase 3 through the 
Planning Hearing Officer public hearing process prior to preliminary site plan approval.  
 
Mr. Baugh stated that the phases to the south included a variety of architectural styles. 
 
Committee Member Holton recommended a more indigenous architectural style. 
 
Committee Member Baden asked if notification letters for this request were sent to 
members of the public that submitted opposition or spoke in opposition or with concerns 
at prior rezoning and PHO hearings. Mr. Baugh responded that letters were sent to 
individuals that filled out their address on the meeting sign-in sheets or speaker cards. 
Committee Member Baden stated that she spoke at previous meetings and did add 
her address on the speaker card. Mr. Baugh responded that Committee Member 
Baden only provided her email address. Committee Member Baden stated that the 
notification requirements should include email. Committee Member Baden asked if the 
other individuals that spoke at prior hearings were sent letters. Mr. Baugh responded 
that two individuals are in attendance. Committee Member Baden responded that the 
two individuals in attendance live within a certain radius from the site and expressed 
concerns with the notification requirements not being met. Committee Member Baden 
stated that the sign-in sheets and speaker cards should indicate that the contact 
information provided will be used for notification of future changes to the project. 
 
Chair Cotton concurred and added that there could be an option to select to only be 
notified by email if the individual does not want a mailed letter. Chair Cotton stated that 
he does not agree that apartments should be located in this area but understood that it 
was what the approved zoning allows. Chair Cotton expressed concerns with the urban 
heat island effect and stated that he was not in favor of the proposed modification to 
Stipulation No. 6. Chair Cotton stated that the shading requirement should be kept at 75 
percent.  
 
Public Comments: 
Ed Taylor, representative with Friends of Daisy Mountain Trails, introduced himself as a 
nearby neighbor that has lived in the area for 25 years, with concerns. Mr. Taylor 
expressed concerns with natural desert preservation, referencing the Daisy 
Mountain/New River Area Plan. Mr. Taylor stated that residents move to this area for 
open spaces, mountain views, and the desert environment, which is the community 
identity. Mr. Taylor expressed concerns with preserving the rural lifestyle of the area. 
Mr. Taylor stated that they were not opposed to the proposed development, but expect 
it to enhance, rather than diminish, these values. Mr. Taylor stated that communities 
should be connected, not isolated, and expressed support for trail connectivity, wildlife 
corridors, and open spaces that connect neighborhoods, for a stronger sense of 
community. Mr. Taylor stated that regional trail access is an essential amenity and 
should not be an optional feature. Mr. Taylor discussed how respecting these values 
would reduce costs and increase value to the project. Mr. Taylor expressed concerns 
with emergency response times, noting that the nearest fire station was over 10 minutes

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
away from the community. Mr. Taylor stated that existing traffic congestion along the 
frontage road would worsen with increased density and would further delay emergency 
response times and exacerbate traffic congestion in emergency evacuations, noting that 
it was critical for the development to include proper pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure 
for safe alternative transportation. Mr. Taylor recommended a decision on this request 
be delayed until these concerns have been addressed and recommended a 
comprehensive traffic and emergency services impact study by completed and reviewed 
by Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical before proceeding. 
 
John Dixon introduced himself as a nearby neighbor for 25 years in New River by the 
surface mine along the frontage road, with concerns. Mr. Dixon expressed concerns 
with safety and traffic congestion of the frontage road. Mr. Dixon stated that the frontage 
road serves as the main arterial road connecting residents of New River to Anthem for 
shopping and services. Mr. Dixon stated that the traffic along the frontage road was not 
monitored by the County, the City, or the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). 
Mr. Dixon expressed concerns with the trail along the east perimeter of the site being 
torn up when power lines need to be moved, noting that there was a power line road 
adjacent to it. Mr. Dixon asked what plans the City of Phoenix has for the frontage road, 
noting that the frontage road was only maintained up to a certain point. 
 
Chris Willis stated that her concerns had been addressed by previous speakers. 
 
Harmony Brown introduced herself as a nearby neighbor, with concerns. Ms. Brown 
expressed concerns with traffic. Ms. Brown stated that MCDOT, ADOT, and the City of 
Phoenix need to work together to come up with a solution for the traffic congestion 
along the frontage road. Ms. Brown stated that there was no room to expand the 
frontage road. Ms. Brown expressed concerns with the frontage road only being 
widened for one segment, adjacent to the development, but not being widened south of 
the development. Ms. Brown requested the number of occupants and the traffic count 
numbers. Ms. Brown asked if the vehicular access along Circle Mountain Road for 
Phase 1 would be for emergency access only. 
 
Chair Cotton read an email sent from Ken Vonderscher, a resident opposed to the 
request to remove the stipulation for a sidewalk on Jenny Lin Road. 
 
Applicant Response: 
Mr. Baugh stated that the City was requiring the development to upgrade booster 
stations and water lines for the capacity to serve fire. Mr. Baugh stated that this capacity 
did not currently exist in the roadway. Mr. Baugh added that pressure zones would be 
improved along the frontage of the development, so the ability to fight fires around the 
development and to the north would increase with the improved infrastructure. Mr. 
Baugh stated that the trail along the east perimeter of the site would be located on their 
private property. Mr. Baugh stated that the frontage road would be improved to include 
two northbound lanes, one southbound lane, and a center lane. Mr. Baugh stated that 
the frontage road is solely within MCDOT jurisdiction, not the City of Phoenix. Mr. 
Baugh stated that the frontage road is within the City of Phoenix jurisdiction further 
south. Mr. Baugh stated that an overpass was the solution for traffic congestion along

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
the frontage road and noted that this may be the reason why the frontage road was 
planned to be widened the way it was. Mr. Baugh stated that the development will be 
required to dedicate land as public right-of-way in order to widen the frontage road. 
 
Mr. Klein stated that the development would be parked at a ratio of 1.5 parking spaces 
per dwelling unit, which would be a maximum capacity of 582 vehicles parked on the 
site with 388 units. 
 
Mr. Baugh clarified that this does not mean that there would be 582 vehicles on the 
road at the same time.  
 
Dawn Fortuna, representative with Bowman Consulting Group, stated that there was a 
master traffic impact study which used models for a 24-hour count to determine the 
number of vehicles being driven on the road at peak hours. 
 
Mr. Baugh added that the master traffic impact study was updated last year. Mr. Baugh 
stated that Phase 1 would have vehicular access along Circle Mountain Road but 
clarified that it would be a townhome product rather than an apartment product, which 
would be lower in density.  
 
Tim Johnson, representative with Bowman Consulting Group, stated that there were 
challenges with achieving 75 percent shade for walkways internally due to required 
height clearances of the canopies and the topography of the site. Mr. Johnson clarified 
that there would be sufficient room to achieve 75 percent shade along the perimeter of 
the site and adjacent to the amenities.  
 
Discussion: 
Chair Cotton stated that the higher-density design of the development limits landscape 
areas, which was the design that was chosen. Chair Cotton reiterated concerns with the 
urban heat island effect and noted the importance of open space and shade. 
 
Committee Member Baden stated that if the pathway were provided along the north 
side of the site, overall shade coverage may be able to be increased. 
 
Mr. Klein stated that there would be a lot of open space and natural landscape with the 
preservation of the wash along the south side of the site. Mr. Klein added that there 
would be natural landscaping provided along the walkways. 
 
Chair Cotton stated that if walkways are shaded more, there would be less direct 
sunlight to hard surfaces; thus, reducing the urban heat island effect and keeping 
temperatures cooler. 
 
Committee Member Baden expressed concerns with this higher-density development 
having less shade when the other phases to the south did not modify the shade 
requirement.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
Committee Member Virgil stated that he has seen wildfires in Anthem in the past when 
it used to be desert. Committee Member Virgil expressed concerns with traffic 
congestion in the event of an emergency evacuation. Committee Member Virgil 
suggested ADOT add a lane within their freeway right-of-way for emergency use only. 
 
Committee Member Holton expressed concerns with the density of the development, 
noting that the community values more open space. Committee Member Holton asked 
who the anticipated tenants of the development would be. Mr. Baugh responded that 
the property was originally zoned commercial, which allows multifamily residential. Mr. 
Baugh stated that the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) facility 
had spurred development in the surrounding area to provide housing for the workforce 
of TSMC. Mr. Baugh added that as housing continues to be built in the area, it would 
eventually warrant the need for an on-ramp and off-ramp that ADOT would need to 
build. Committee Member Holton suggested the development be for seniors in order 
to reduce traffic concerns. 
 
Committee Member Baden provided copies of proposed modifications and additional 
stipulations.  
 
Mr. Zambrano displayed the stipulations for the Committee and the applicant to 
discuss. 
 
Chair Cotton read the modifications and additional stipulations. 
 
Mr. Baugh and the development team clarified the modifications and additional 
stipulations they could agree to and those they could not. 
 
Modifications and additional stipulations listed for clarity: 
6. The multi-use trail, north-south pedestrian connection, and public sidewalks shall 
be shaded a minimum of 75%, and all other pedestrian walkways within the 
development shall be shaded a minimum of 53%, as approved by the Planning 
and Development Department. Shade may be achieved by structures or by 
minimum 2-inch caliper, single-trunk, large canopy, drought-tolerant, shade trees, 
or a combination thereof. 
12. A Water Master Plan, Wastewater Master Plan, and Trails and Pedestrian 
Circulation Master Plan for the overall development, per the requirements of the 
Planned Community District (PCD), Section 636 of the Phoenix Zoning 
Ordinance, shall be provided and updated with each phase of development to 
include the following elements, as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
a. A 30-foot-wide multi-use trail easement (MUTE) shall be dedicated along 
the west side of the site adjacent to the I-17 frontage road and a 
minimum 10-foot-wide multi-use trail (MUT) shall be constructed within 
the easement, in accordance with the MAG supplemental detail and as 
approved or modified by the Planning and Development department. 
b. A publicly accessible north-south pedestrian connection shall be 
provided to connect all phases of the development to provide an ultimate

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
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connection from Circle Mountain Road to Jenny Lin Road and shall 
comply with Section 1304.H of the Phoenix Zoning Ordinance. 
40. The development shall be in general conformance with the site plan date 
stamped February 27, 2025, with specific regard to the inclusion of the below 
elements, as modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
a. A minimum of one public pedestrian connection shall be provided from 
the site leading to the adjacent trails east or west of the site. 
b. Public pedestrian access shall be provided for future development to the 
east. 
c. A minimum of one pedestrian connection shall be provided from the 
development to the north-south pedestrian connection. 
d. The wash along the south perimeter of the development shall remain 
undisturbed. 
41. The development shall be in general conformance with the elevations date 
stamped February 27, 2025, with specific regard to the following elements, as 
modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
a. All building facades shall contain architectural embellishments and 
detailing such as, but not limited to, textural changes, pilasters, offsets, 
recesses, window fenestration, shadowboxes, and canopies. 
b. Building and wall colors shall be muted and blend with, rather than 
contrast, with the surrounding desert environment. Accent colors may be 
appropriate but used judiciously and with restraint.  
c. An architectural theme shall convey a sense of continuity through all 
phases. 
42. A minimum of 10% of surface parking areas, exclusive of perimeter landscape 
setbacks, shall be landscaped. 
43. A minimum of 25% of the surface parking areas shall be shaded, as approved by 
the Planning and Development Department. Shade may be achieved by 
structures or by minimum 2-inch caliper, large canopy, drought-tolerant, shade 
trees, or a combination thereof. 
44. The developer shall notify the following individuals/groups by mail a minimum of 
15 calendar days prior to any preliminary site plan review meeting/s. The notice 
shall include the date, time, and location of the meeting. 
a. Friends of Daisy Mountain Trails, 39506 N. Daisy Mountain Dr. #122-
505, Anthem, AZ 85086 
b. Dave Wilson, Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical Department, 41018 
Daisy Mountain Drive, Anthem, AZ 85086 
 
MOTION – PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1: 
Committee Member Virgil motioned to recommend approval of PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1, 
with modifications and additional stipulations. Chair Cotton seconded the motion.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
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VOTE – PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1: 
2-2; motion to recommend approval of PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1 with modifications and 
additional stipulations failed with Committee members Virgil and Cotton in favor and 
Committee members Baden and Holton opposed. 
 
Discussion: 
Committee Member Baden expressed concerns with there being no public pedestrian 
access to Daisy Mountain to the east along Jenny Lin Road, as shown on the 2004 
Maricopa County Trail Master Plan. Committee Member Baden stated that the width of 
the easement could be reduced if that was the concern. Mr. Baugh responded that 
there could probably be a way to figure out how to fit a five-foot-wide pedestrian 
pathway along the north side of the property. Committee Member Baden agreed. 
 
Committee Member Holton stated that the traffic issue should be solved before 
approving this development. Mr. Baugh responded that the traffic study was reviewed 
and commented on by the City of Phoenix and approved by MCDOT. Committee 
Member Holton asked what improvements the traffic study shows. Mr. Baugh 
responded that it showed two northbound lanes, one southbound lane, and a center 
lane.  
 
Chair Cotton clarified that a stipulation for a five-foot-wide pedestrian connection along 
Jenny Lin Road would be added. Mr. Baugh agreed. 
 
Committee Member Baden added that the pedestrian connection should be publicly 
accessible. 
 
MOTION – PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1: 
Committee Member Baden motioned to recommend approval of PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1, 
with modifications and additional stipulations. Committee Member Virgil seconded the 
motion. 
 
VOTE – PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1: 
3-1; motion to recommend approval of PHO-3-25--Z-8-22-1 with modifications and 
additional stipulations passed with Committee members Baden, Virgil and Cotton in 
favor and Committee member Holton opposed. 
 
Modifications and additional stipulations listed for clarity: 
6. The multi-use trail, north-south pedestrian connection, and public sidewalks shall 
be shaded a minimum of 75%, and all other pedestrian walkways within the 
development shall be shaded a minimum of 53%, as approved by the Planning 
and Development Department. Shade may be achieved by structures or by 
minimum 2-inch caliper, single-trunk, large canopy, drought-tolerant, shade trees, 
or a combination thereof. 
12. A Water Master Plan, Wastewater Master Plan, and Trails and Pedestrian 
Circulation Master Plan for the overall development, per the requirements of the 
Planned Community District (PCD), Section 636 of the Phoenix Zoning 
Ordinance, shall be provided and updated with each phase of development to

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
include the following elements, as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
a. A 30-foot-wide multi-use trail easement (MUTE) shall be dedicated along 
the west side of the site adjacent to the I-17 frontage road and a 
minimum 10-foot-wide multi-use trail (MUT) shall be constructed within 
the easement, in accordance with the MAG supplemental detail and as 
approved or modified by the Planning and Development department. 
b. A publicly accessible north-south pedestrian connection shall be 
provided to connect all phases of the development to provide an ultimate 
connection from Circle Mountain Road to Jenny Lin Road and shall 
comply with Section 1304.H of the Phoenix Zoning Ordinance. 
40. The development shall be in general conformance with the site plan date 
stamped February 27, 2025, with specific regard to the inclusion of the below 
elements, as modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
a. A minimum of one public pedestrian connection shall be provided from 
the site leading to the adjacent trails east or west of the site. 
b. Public pedestrian access shall be provided for future development to the 
east. 
c. A minimum of one pedestrian connection shall be provided from the 
development to the north-south pedestrian connection. 
d. The wash along the south perimeter of the development shall remain 
undisturbed. 
e. A minimum 5-foot-wide public pedestrian connection shall be provided 
along the north property line within the landscape setback area, as 
approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
41. The development shall be in general conformance with the elevations date 
stamped February 27, 2025, with specific regard to the following elements, as 
modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
a. All building facades shall contain architectural embellishments and 
detailing such as, but not limited to, textural changes, pilasters, offsets, 
recesses, window fenestration, shadowboxes, and canopies. 
b. Building and wall colors shall be muted and blend with, rather than 
contrast, with the surrounding desert environment. Accent colors may be 
appropriate but used judiciously and with restraint.  
c. An architectural theme shall convey a sense of continuity through all 
phases. 
42. A minimum of 10% of surface parking areas, exclusive of perimeter landscape 
setbacks, shall be landscaped. 
43. A minimum of 25% of the surface parking areas shall be shaded, as approved by 
the Planning and Development Department. Shade may be achieved by 
structures or by minimum 2-inch caliper, large canopy, drought-tolerant, shade 
trees, or a combination thereof. 
44. The developer shall notify the following individuals/groups by mail a minimum of 
15 calendar days prior to any preliminary site plan review meeting/s. The notice 
shall include the date, time, and location of the meeting.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
a. Friends of Daisy Mountain Trails, 39506 N. Daisy Mountain Dr. #122-
505, Anthem, AZ 85086 
b. Dave Wilson, Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical Department, 41018 
Daisy Mountain Drive, Anthem, AZ 85086 
 
VPC APPROVED STIPULATIONS: 
 
Overall Site 
 
1. 
Each phase of tThe development shall utilize the Planned Residential 
Development (PRD) option.  
 
 
2. 
A minimum building setback of 100 feet shall be provided along the west property 
line, except for the northern most 1,077 feet, which shall have a minimum building 
setback of 55 feet, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
3. 
A minimum landscaped setback of 30 feet shall be provided along the west 
property line, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
4. 
All perimeter setbacks adjacent to public streets shall be planted to the following 
standards, as approved by the Planning and Development Department.  
 
 
 
a. 
Minimum 50% 2-inch caliper and 50% 3-inch caliper large canopy drought-
tolerant shade trees planted 20 feet on center or in equivalent groupings 
with a staggered row of trees for every 20 feet of setback. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Drought tolerant shrubs and vegetative groundcovers to achieve a 
minimum of 75% live vegetative ground coverage at maturity. 
 
 
5. 
A minimum of 10% of the required shrubs shall be a milkweed or other native 
nectar species and shall be planted in groups of three or more, as approved by the 
Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
6. 
All pedestrian pathways and THE MULTI-USE trails, NORTH-SOUTH 
PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION, including  AND PUBLIC sidewalks, shall be 
shaded by a structure, landscaping at maturity, or a combination of the two to 
provide A minimum OF 75%, AND ALL OTHER PEDESTRIAN WALKWAYS 
WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE SHADED A MINIMUM OF 53% shade, 
calculated at summer solstice at noon as shown on a shading study, as approved 
by the Planning and Development Department. SHADE MAY BE ACHIEVED BY 
STRUCTURES OR BY MINIMUM 2-INCH CALIPER, SINGLE-TRUNK, LARGE 
CANOPY, DROUGHT-TOLERANT, SHADE TREES, OR A COMBINATION 
THEREOF. 
 
 
7. 
Where pedestrian walkways cross a vehicular path, the pathway shall be 
constructed of decorative pavers, stamped or colored concrete, or other pavement

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
treatments, that visually contrasts parking and drive aisle surfaces, as approved by 
the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
8. 
The primary entry/exit drives into the residential developments shall incorporate 
decorative pavers, stamped or colored concrete, or similar alternative material, as 
approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
9. 
The primary entry/exit drives into the residential developments shall incorporate 
enhanced landscaping on both sides within minimum 250-square-foot landscape 
areas and shall incorporate a minimum 5-foot-wide landscape median, planted 
with a variety of at least three plant materials, as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department.  
 
 
10. 
Traffic calming measures shall be provided at all site entries and exits to slow 
down vehicular speeds as they approach sidewalks and trails, as approved by the 
Planning and Development Department.  
 
 
11. 
Each phase of tThe development shall provide bicycle infrastructure as described 
below, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
 
a. 
Secured bicycle parking shall be provided for units without garages at a 
rate of 0.25 spaces per multifamily residential dwelling unit, up to a 
maximum of 50 spaces. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Guest bicycle parking shall be provided at a minimum of 0.05 spaces per 
multifamily residential and single-family residential dwelling unit, up to a 
maximum of 50 spaces. Guest bicycle parking for single-family residential 
shall be located in open space and amenity areas. Bicycle parking spaces 
shall be provided through Inverted U and/or artistic racks located near the 
community center and/or clubhouse and open space areas and installed 
per the requirements of Section 1307.H. of the Phoenix Zoning Ordinance. 
Artistic racks shall adhere to the City of Phoenix Preferred Designs in 
Appendix K of the Comprehensive Bicycle Master Plan. 
 
 
 
 
c. 
A bicycle repair station (“fix it station”) shall be provided and maintained on 
site within an amenity area or near a primary site entrance. The bicycle 
repair station (“fix it station”) shall be provided in an area of high visibility 
and separated from vehicular maneuvering areas, where applicable. The 
repair station shall include, but not be limited to standard repair tools 
affixed to the station, a tire gauge and pump affixed to the base of the 
station or the ground, and a bicycle repair stand which allows pedals and 
wheels to spin freely while making adjustments to the bike. 
 
 
12. 
A Water Master Plan, Wastewater Master Plan, and Trails and Pedestrian 
Circulation Master Plan for the overall development, per the requirements of the 
Planned Community District (PCD), Section 636 of the Phoenix Zoning Ordinance,

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Meeting Summary 
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Page 15 of 22 
 
 
City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
shall be provided and updated with each phase of development to include the 
following elements, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
 
a. 
A 30-foot-wide multi-use trail easement (MUTE) shall be dedicated along 
the west side of the site adjacent to the I-17 frontage road and a minimum 
10-foot-wide multi-use trail (MUT) shall be constructed within the 
easement, in accordance with the MAG supplemental detail and as 
approved or modified by the Planning and Development department. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
A PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE north-south pedestrian connection shall be 
provided to connect all phases of the development, including the area 
between Project II and Project III. TO PROVIDE AN ULTIMATE 
CONNECTION FROM CIRCLE MOUNTAIN ROAD TO JENNY LIN ROAD 
AND SHALL COMPLY WITH SECTION 1304.H OF THE PHOENIX 
ZONING ORDINANCE. 
 
 
 
 
c. 
Four ONE pedestrian connections shall be provided from the site leading 
to the adjacent trails directly east or west of the site.   
 
 
 
 
d. 
Pedestrian access shall be provided to future development to the east for 
each phase of development. 
 
 
13. 
The PRIOR TO FINAL SITE PLAN APPROVAL, THE DEVELOPER SHALL 
INCLUDE WITH THE BUILDING PLANS SUBMITTED FOR PHOENIX BUILDING 
CONSTRUCTION CODE COMPLIANCE REVIEW CERTIFICATION BY AN 
ACCOUSTICAL CONSULTANT DEMONSTRATING THE AVERAGE indoor noise 
levels of residential units shall not exceed a decibel day night-level (DNL) of 45 
decibels, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. A sealed 
and signed analysis by an engineer licensed in Arizona with a proficiency in 
residential sound mitigation or noise control shall be included with the building 
plans submitted for Phoenix Building Construction Code compliance review to the 
Planning and Development Department. The engineer shall note in the analysis 
that the building design is capable of achieving the required Noise Level 
Reduction. 
 
 
14. 
Noise mitigation walls shall be provided along the west perimeter of the site. The 
wall height shall be A MINIMUM OF 8 FEET OR AS determined through a noise 
analysis prepared by a registered professional engineer AN ACOUSTICAL 
CONSULTANT. The wall shall be constructed of minimum 8-inch-thick concrete 
masonry units (CMU) or of cast-in-place concrete and contain no openings unless 
they are above the minimum height required for adequate noise mitigation or for 
drainage. Noise walls shall be constructed to wrap around corner lots and areas 
near intersections. Wrap around walls, upon turning a corner, shall continue for at 
least 120 feet (approximately two lot widths), as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
15. 
Perimeter walls, noise walls, and other walls ADJACENT TO PERIMETER 
STREETS shall vary by a minimum of four feet every 400 lineal feet to visually 
reflect a meandering or staggered setback, as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
 
 
16. 
Perimeter walls, including the noise wall, ALONG THE WEST AND NORTH 
PERIMETER, shall incorporate stone veneer, stonework, or integral color CMU 
block, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
17. 
Interior walls and privacy fencing, excluding walls located between lots, shall use 
materials and colors that blend with the natural desert environment, as approved 
by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
18. 
A minimum of 15% of each phase shall be retained as open space, including 
washes and hillside areas, as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
 
 
19. 
Each phase of tThe development shall contain a minimum of four shaded active 
recreation amenities, such as a tot lot, picnic areas, seating features, garden 
amenities, or similar amenities, as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
 
 
20. 
A combination of view walls/fencing and partial view walls/fencing shall be 
incorporated along property lines adjacent to dedicated public or private open 
space areas, natural and/or improved drainageways or recreational areas, as 
approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
21. 
Drainage channels shall be designed to look natural in the desert setting through 
color, texture, landscaping, or other means, as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
 
 
22. 
A minimum of 2% of the required parking spaces, including garages, shall include 
Electric Vehicle (EV) Installed infrastructure and 5% of the required parking spaces 
shall include EV Capable infrastructure, as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
 
 
23. 
Minimum 5-foot-wide detached sidewalks and minimum 5-foot-wide landscape 
strips located between the back of curb and sidewalk ALONG PUBLIC STREETS 
within the development shall be constructed and planted to the following 
standards, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
 
 
a. 
Minimum 2-inch caliper single-trunk large canopy drought-tolerant shade 
trees planted 20 feet on center or in equivalent groupings.  
 
 
 
 
b. 
Drought tolerant shrubs, accents, and vegetative groundcovers to achieve 
a minimum of 75% live vegetative ground coverage at maturity.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
 
Where utility conflicts arise, the developer shall work with the Planning and 
Development Department on an alternative design solution consistent with a 
pedestrian environment. 
 
 
24. 
Minimum 5-foot-wide detached sidewalks, or wider to meet Maricopa County 
Department of Transportation (MCDOT) minimum standards, and minimum 5-foot-
wide landscape strips located between the back of curb and sidewalk, or wider to 
meet MCDOT minimum standards shall be constructed along the south side of 
Jenny Lin Road, the east side of the I-17 frontage road, and the north side of 
Circle Mountain Road, planted to the following standards. The developer shall 
record a landscaping maintenance agreement with the Maricopa County 
Department of Transportation (MCDOT) requiring the landowner and/or property 
management to maintain the installed landscaping within MCDOT right-of-way to 
the following planting standards, as approved by MCDOT and the Planning and 
Development Department. 
 
 
 
 
a. 
Minimum 2-inch caliper single-trunk large canopy drought-tolerant shade 
trees planted 20 feet on center or in equivalent groupings. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Drought tolerant shrubs, accents, and vegetative groundcovers to achieve 
a minimum of 75% live vegetative ground coverage at maturity. 
 
 
 
 
Where utility conflicts arise, the developer shall work with the MCDOT and the 
Planning and Development Department on an alternative design solution 
consistent with a pedestrian environment. 
 
 
25. 
All right-of-way dedications and street improvements for Circle Mountain Road, the 
I-17 frontage road, and Jenny Lin Road shall comply with Maricopa County 
Department of Transportation (MCDOT) requirements, as approved by MCDOT. 
Where possible the County Rural Residential Cross Section shall be utilized for 
Jenny Lin Road. 
 
 
26. 
A minimum 65-feet of right-of-way shall be dedicated, and the east half of the I-17 
frontage road shall be constructed per the Maricopa County Department of 
Transportation (MCDOT) Rural Minor Arterial cross section, as required and 
approved by MCDOT. 
 
 
27. 
A minimum of 30 feet of right-of-way shall be dedicated and constructed for the 
north side of the minor collector street along the southern boundary of Project III. 
The improvements shall be consistent with Minor Collector Cross Section F and 
include a minimum 5-foot-wide detached sidewalk separated by a minimum 8-foot-
wide landscape strip located between the back of curb and sidewalk, planted to 
the following standards, as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
 
 
 
a. 
Minimum 2-inch caliper single-trunk large canopy drought-tolerant shade 
trees planted 20 feet on center or in equivalent groupings.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Drought tolerant shrubs, accents, and vegetative groundcovers to achieve 
a minimum of 75% live vegetative ground coverage at maturity. 
 
 
 
Where utility conflicts arise, the developer shall work with the MCDOT and the 
Planning and Development Department on an alternative design solution 
consistent with a pedestrian environment. 
 
 
28. 
A minimum of 60 feet of right-of-way shall be dedicated and constructed for the full 
width of the minor collector street along the northern boundary of Project II. The 
improvements shall be consistent with Minor Collector Cross Section F and include 
minimum 5-foot-wide detached sidewalks separated by minimum 5-foot-wide 
landscape strips located between the back of curb and sidewalk, planted to the 
following standards, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
 
a. 
Minimum 2-inch caliper single-trunk large canopy drought-tolerant shade 
trees planted 20 feet on center or in equivalent groupings. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Drought tolerant shrubs, accents, and vegetative groundcovers to achieve 
a minimum of 75% live vegetative ground coverage at maturity. 
 
 
 
Where utility conflicts arise, the developer shall work with the MCDOT and the 
Planning and Development Department on an alternative design solution 
consistent with a pedestrian environment. 
 
 
27. 
29. 
Enhanced pedestrian connections shall be designed and constructed at all public 
street crossing locations to interconnect the pedestrian trails throughout the 
entirety of the site, as approved by the Street Transportation Department and the 
Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
28. 
30. 
The developer shall construct all streets within and adjacent to the development 
with paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, streetlights, median islands, 
landscaping, and other incidentals, as per plans approved by the Planning and 
Development Department and MCDOT (where applicable). All improvements shall 
comply with all ADA accessibility standards. 
 
 
29. 
31. 
A Red Border Letter shall be submitted to the Arizona Department of 
Transportation (ADOT) for this development. 
 
 
30. 
32. 
The developer shall record documents that disclose to prospective purchasers and 
renters of property within the development the existence of noise from the I-17 
Freeway. The form and content of such documents shall be reviewed and 
approved by the City prior to recordation. 
 
 
31. 
33. 
If determined necessary by the Phoenix Archeology Office, the applicant shall 
conduct Phase I data testing and submit an archaeological survey report of the

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
development area for review and approval by the City Archeologist prior to clearing 
and grubbing, landscape salvage, and/or grading approval. 
 
 
32. 
34. 
If Phase I data testing is required, and if, upon review of the results from Phase I 
data testing, the City Archeologist, in consultation with a qualified archeologist, 
determines such data recovery excavations are necessary, the applicant shall 
conduct Phase II archeological data recovery excavations. 
 
 
33. 
35. 
In the event archeological materials are encountered during construction, the 
developer shall immediately cease all ground-disturbing activities within a 33-foot 
radius of the discovery, notify the City Archeologist, and allow time for the 
Archeology Office to properly assess the materials. 
 
 
34. 
36. 
Prior to preliminary site plan approval, the landowner shall execute a Proposition 
207 waiver of claims form. The waiver shall be recorded with the Maricopa County 
Recorder’s Office and delivered to the City to be included in the rezoning 
application file for record. 
 
 
35. 
37. 
Prior to the construction of any residences, all existing wells within the 
development shall be capped and abandoned, as required by the Arizona 
Department of Water Resources (ADWR). 
 
 
36. 
38. 
The development shall petition the Street Transportation Department to eliminate 
the requirement for street light infrastructure for the development where possible in 
an effort to protect dark skies. ALL STREET, SITE, AND BUILDING LIGHTING 
SHALL BE DARK SKY COMPLIANT, AS APPROVED BY THE PLANNING AND 
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AND THE STREET TRANSPORTATION 
DEPARTMENT. 
 
 
37. 
39.  
Primary construction access shall be from Circle Mountain Road, or the frontage 
road, and ancillary construction activity and access may occur on Jenny Lin Road 
during parts of Project III, as approved by the City of Phoenix Planning and 
Development Department. 
 
 
38. 
40. 
The developer shall promptly repair any roadway damage that may occur on 
Jenny Lin Road during construction. 
 
 
39. 
41. 
The developer shall include disclosure language in future leases requiring all 
residents of Project III to acknowledge that a portion of Jenny Lin Road is private 
property, and no trespass is permitted. 
 
 
Phase 1 (R-3 Zoned Area) 
 
42. 
The development shall be in general conformance with the site plan date stamped 
May 4, 2023, as modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning 
and Development Department.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
43. 
The development shall be in general conformance with the elevations date 
stamped August 29, 2022, with specific regard to the following elements, as 
modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department.  
 
 
 
a. 
Spanish Colonial architectural style 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Windows and glass doors with muntins and mullions 
 
 
 
 
c. 
Decorative lighting fixtures at building entrances/exits and by garage doors 
 
 
 
 
d. 
Covered front porches 
 
 
 
 
e. 
Window and door treatment 
 
 
 
 
f. 
Decorative doors 
 
 
 
 
g. 
Architectural embellishments including, but not limited to, corbels and 
terracotta gable vent tubes 
 
 
44. 
Phase 1 of the development shall be limited to a maximum of 288 dwelling units. 
 
 
Phase 2 (R-2 Zoned Area) 
 
45. 
The development shall be in general conformance with the site plan date stamped 
April 13, 2023, as modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning 
and Development Department.  
 
 
46. 
The development shall be in general conformance with the elevations date 
stamped August 29, 2022, with specific regard to the following elements, as 
modified by these stipulations and as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
 
 
 
a. 
Variety of architectural styles 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Windows and glass doors with muntins and mullions 
 
 
 
 
c. 
Decorative lighting fixtures at building entrances/exits and by garage doors 
 
 
 
 
d. 
Covered front porches and covered rear patios 
 
 
 
 
e. 
Garage, window and door treatment 
 
 
 
 
f. 
Decorative doors 
 
 
 
 
g. 
Architectural embellishments including, but not limited to, corbels, 
terracotta gable vent tubes, and window shutters

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
 
 
 
 
h. 
Gable end treatment with varied materials and colors 
 
 
 
 
i. 
Breaking of massing and with varied materials and colors 
 
 
47. 
Phase 2 of the development shall be limited to a maximum of 172 lots. 
 
 
Phase 3 (R-3A Zoned Area)  
 
 
40. 
48. 
Conceptual site plans and elevations for Phase 3 shall be reviewed and approved 
by the Planning Hearing Officer through the public hearing process for stipulation 
modification prior to preliminary site plan approval with specific regard to the 
inclusion of the below elements. This is a legislative review for conceptual 
purposes only. Specific development standards and requirements will be 
determined by the Planning Hearing Officer and the Planning and Development 
Department. THE DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE IN GENERAL CONFORMANCE 
WITH THE SITE PLAN DATE STAMPED FEBRUARY 27, 2025, WITH SPECIFIC 
REGARD TO THE INCLUSION OF THE BELOW ELEMENTS, AS MODIFIED BY 
THESE STIPULATIONS AND AS APPROVED BY THE PLANNING AND 
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT. 
 
 
 
A. 
A MINIMUM OF ONE PUBLIC PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION SHALL BE 
PROVIDED FROM THE SITE LEADING TO THE ADJACENT TRAILS 
EAST OR WEST OF THE SITE. 
 
 
 
 
B. 
PUBLIC PEDESTRIAN ACCESS SHALL BE PROVIDED FOR FUTURE 
DEVELOPMENT TO THE EAST. 
 
 
 
 
C. 
A MINIMUM OF ONE PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION SHALL BE 
PROVIDED FROM THE DEVELOPMENT TO THE NORTH-SOUTH 
PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION. 
 
 
 
 
D. 
THE WASH ALONG THE SOUTH PERIMETER OF THE DEVELOPMENT 
SHALL REMAIN UNDISTURBED. 
 
 
 
 
E. 
A MINIMUM 5-FOOT-WIDE PUBLIC PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION 
SHALL BE PROVIDED ALONG THE NORTH PROPERTY LINE WITHIN 
THE LANDSCAPE SETBACK AREA. 
 
 
41. 
THE DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE IN GENERAL CONFORMANCE WITH THE 
ELEVATIONS DATE STAMPED FEBRUARY 27, 2025, WITH SPECIFIC 
REGARD TO THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS, AS MODIFIED BY THESE 
STIPULATIONS AND AS APPROVED BY THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 
DEPARTMENT.

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City of Phoenix • Planning & Development Department 
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor • Phoenix, Arizona  85003-1611 • (602) 262-6882 
 
a. 
All building facades shall contain architectural embellishments and 
detailing such as, but not limited to, textural changes, pilasters, offsets, 
recesses, window fenestration, shadowboxes, and canopies. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
Building and wall colors shall be muted and blend with, rather than 
contrast, with the surrounding desert environment.  Accent colors may be 
appropriate but used judiciously and with restraint. 
 
 
 
 
c. 
An architectural theme shall convey a sense of continuity through all 
phases. 
 
 
42. 
49. 
A minimum of 10% of surface parking lot areas, exclusive of perimeter landscape 
setbacks, shall be landscaped. The surface parking lot areas shall be landscaped 
with minimum 2-inch caliper large canopy drought-tolerant shade trees and shall 
be dispersed throughout the parking area to achieve a minimum 25% shade at 
maturity, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
43. 
A MINIMUM OF 25% OF THE SURFACE PARKING AREAS SHALL BE 
SHADED, AS APPROVED BY THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 
DEPARTMENT. SHADE MAY BE ACHIEVED BY STRUCTURES OR BY 
MINIMUM 2-INCH CALIPER, LARGE CANOPY, DROUGHT-TOLERANT, 
SHADE TREES, OR A COMBINATION THEREOF. 
 
 
44. 
THE DEVELOPER SHALL NOTIFY THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS/GROUPS 
BY MAIL A MINIMUM OF 15 CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO ANY PRELIMINARY 
SITE PLAN REVIEW MEETING/S. THE NOTICE SHALL INCLUDE THE DATE, 
TIME, AND LOCATION OF THE MEETING. 
 
 
 
A. 
FRIENDS OF DAISY MOUNTAIN TRAILS, 39506 N DAISY MOUNTAIN 
DR. #122-505, ANTHEM, AZ 85086. 
 
 
 
 
B. 
DAVE WILSON, DAISY MOUNTAIN FIRE AND MEDICAL 
DEPARTMENT, 41018 DAISY MOUNTAIN DRIVE, ANTHEM, AZ 85086 
 
STAFF COMMENTS REGARDING VPC RECOMMENDATION & STIPULATIONS: 
 
None.