Attachment D - PC Summary - Z-72-21-7.pdf

City of Phoenix — Formal (2023-03-01)

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REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION 
February 2, 2023 
ITEM NO: 7 
DISTRICT NO.: 7
SUBJECT:
Application #: 
Z-72-21-7
Location: 
Northwest corner of 67th Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road 
From: 
RE-35, R1-8, and C-2 
To: 
R-2 and C-2
Acreage:
69.88
Proposal: 
Single-family residential, multifamily residential, and commercial 
Applicant: 
Pew & Lake, PLC, Sean Lake 
Owner: 
Property Reserve Arizona, LLC 
Representative: 
Pew & Lake, PLC, Sean Lake 
ACTIONS: 
Staff Recommendation: Approval, subject to stipulations. 
Village Planning Committee (VPC) Recommendation: 
Estrella 1/17/2023 Approval, per the staff recommendation with an additional stipulation. 
Vote: 8-1.  
Planning Commission Recommendation: Approval, per the Estrella Village Planning Committee 
recommendation. 
Motion Discussion: N/A 
Motion details: Commissioner Perez made a MOTION to approve Z-72-21-7, per the Estrella 
Village Planning Committee recommendation. 
 
Maker: Perez 
 
Second: Boyd 
 
Vote: 9-0 
Absent: None   
Opposition Present: No  
Findings: 
1.
The proposal will develop a vacant property and as stipulated, will be compatible with
the surrounding land uses.
2.
The development, as stipulated, will incorporate design and landscaping features that
enhance the location, consistent with the Estrella Village Plan.
3.
The proposal will allow for additional housing opportunities in the Village and will
help alleviate the housing crisis.
ATTACHMENT D

Stipulations: 
 
OVERALL SITE 
1. 
Building elevations shall be developed to the following standards, as approved by the 
Planning and Development Department: 
 
 
 
a. 
All building elevations shall contain a primary material and a minimum of one 
secondary material to provide tasteful and balanced enhancements to the 
architecture. The secondary materials and colors shall be composed of brick, 
masonry, stone, Hardie Plank, lap siding, shudders, or another exterior accent 
material that exhibits quality, durability, and consistency with the architectural 
theme. 
 
 
 
b. 
All building elevations shall contain architectural embellishments and detailing 
such as textural changes, pilasters, offsets, pop-outs, recesses, variation in 
window size and location, pitched roofs and/or overhang canopies. 
 
 
2. 
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. 
 
 
3. 
The development shall conform with the Estrella Village Arterial Street Landscaping 
Program landscape palette and landscaping standards along arterial streets in the Estrella 
Village, except as otherwise noted herein, as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
 
 
4. 
All perimeter walls visible from street right-of-way shall include material and/or textural 
differences, such as stucco and/or split face block with a decorative element, such as tile 
or stamped designs, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
5. 
A system of pedestrian connections shall be provided as follows, and connecting the 
following via the most direct route, as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department: 
 
 
 
a. 
A minimum of two pedestrian connections shall be provided from the residential 
zoned portion of the site to the public sidewalk along Lower Buckeye Road. 
 
 
 
b. 
A minimum of one pedestrian connection shall be provided from the multifamily-
zoned portion of the site to the public sidewalks along 67th Avenue and 71st 
Avenue. 
 
 
 
c. 
Illuminated pedestrian scale lighting per Section 1304(H)5 for pedestrian pathways 
connecting the multifamily and commercial development, and along pedestrian 
entrances to the multifamily development.   
 
 
 
d. 
Where pedestrian walkways cross a vehicular path, the pathway shall be 
constructed of decorative pavers, stamped or colored concrete, or other pavement 
treatments that visually contrasts parking and drive aisle surfaces. 
 
 
6. 
The bus stop pads along Lower Buckeye Road shall be shaded a minimum of 50% by 
vegetative shade at maturity, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
Where utility conflicts exist, the developer shall work with the Planning and Development 
Department on alternative design solutions consistent with a pedestrian environment.

7. 
All uncovered surface parking lot areas shall be landscaped with minimum 2-inch caliper 
size large canopy drought tolerant shade trees. Landscaping shall be dispersed 
throughout the parking area and achieve 25% shade at maturity, as approved by Planning 
and Development Department. 
 
 
8. 
The sidewalk along 67th Avenue shall be a minimum of 5 feet in width and detached with 
a minimum 13-foot-wide landscape strip located between the sidewalk and back of curb. 
The landscape strip shall be planted with minimum 2-inch caliper, single trunk, drought-
tolerant shade trees to provide a minimum of 75% shade at maturity, as approved by the 
Planning and Development Department. Where utility conflicts exist, the developer shall 
work with the Planning and Development Department on alternative design solutions 
consistent with a pedestrian environment. 
 
 
9.  
The sidewalk along 71st Avenue shall be a minimum of 5 feet in width and detached with 
a minimum 8-foot-wide landscape strip located between the sidewalk and back of curb. 
The landscape strip shall be planted with minimum 2-inch caliper, single trunk, drought-
tolerant shade trees to provide a minimum of 75% shade at maturity, as approved by the 
Planning and Development Department. Where utility conflicts exist, the developer shall 
work with the Planning and Development Department on alternative design solutions 
consistent with a pedestrian environment. 
 
 
10. 
The sidewalk along Lower Buckeye Road shall be a minimum of 5 feet in width and 
detached with a minimum 13-foot wide landscape strip located between the sidewalk and 
back of curb. The landscape strip shall be planted with minimum 2-inch caliper, single 
trunk, drought-tolerant shade trees to provide a minimum of 75% shade at maturity, as 
approved by the Planning and Development Department. Where utility conflicts exist, the 
developer shall work with the Planning and Development Department on alternative 
design solutions consistent with a pedestrian environment. 
 
 
11. 
A 30-foot-wide multi-use trail easement (MUTE) shall be dedicated along Lower Buckeye 
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 by the 
Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
12. 
The developer shall construct two bus stop pads along westbound Lower Buckeye Road. 
One west of 67th Avenue and another west of the 69th Avenue alignment. The bus stop 
pads shall be constructed according to City of Phoenix Standard Detail P1260 with a 
minimum depth of 10 feet and shall be spaced from the intersection of 67th Avenue and 
the 69th Avenue alignment according to City of Phoenix Standard Detail P1258. 
 
 
13.  
The developer shall dedicate minimum 55-feet of right-of-way and construct the north side 
of Lower Buckeye Road, as required by the C-M Cross Section identified on the Street 
Classification Map and as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
14. 
The developer shall dedicate minimum 60-feet of right-of-way and construct the west side 
of 67th Avenue to include a 14-foot-wide landscaped median, as required by the C-M 
Cross Section identified on the Street Classification Map and as approved by the Planning 
and Development Department. 
 
 
15. 
The developer shall dedicate minimum 40-feet of right-of-way and construct the east side 
of 71st Avenue, as required by the E Cross Section identified on the Street Classification 
Map and as approved by the Planning and Development Department.

16. 
Access control for the development site shall comply with the City of Phoenix Street 
Planning and Design Guideline Standards and as approved by the Street Transportation 
Department. 
 
 
17. 
The developer shall submit a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIS) to the City for this 
development. No preliminary approval of plans shall be granted until the study is reviewed 
and approved by the City. The study shall include signal warrant analysis at the 
intersection of 71st Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road. The developer shall be responsible 
for constructing and/or providing funds in escrow all off-site improvements including 
modifications to existing traffic signals, as recommended by the approved TIS. 
 
 
18. 
THE TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY SHALL INCLUDE A RIGHT-TURN DECELERATION 
ANALYSIS, AS REQUIRED AND APPROVED BY THE STREET TRANSPORTATION 
DEPARTMENT. 
 
 
18.  
19.  
Existing irrigation facilities along all public streets are to be undergrounded and relocated 
outside of City right-of-way. Contact SRP to identify existing land rights and establish the 
appropriate process to relocate the facility. Relocations that require additional dedications 
or land transfer require completion prior to obtaining plat and/or civil plan review approval. 
 
 
19.  
20.  
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. 
All improvements shall comply with all ADA accessibility standards. 
 
 
20.  
21.   
If determined necessary by the Phoenix Archeology Office, the applicant shall conduct 
Phase I data testing and submit an archaeological survey report of the development area 
for review and approval by the City Archeologist prior to clearing and grubbing, landscape 
salvage, and/or grading approval. 
 
 
21. 
22.   
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. 
 
 
22.  
23. 
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. 
 
 
R-2 ZONED AREAS (BOTH SINGLE-FAMILY AND MULTIFAMILY) 
23. 
24.  
A site plan and building elevations shall be presented to the Estrella Village Planning 
Committee for review and comment prior to preliminary site plan approval for the area 
depicted as a single-family residential subdivision on the Concept Plan date stamped 
November 30, 2022. 
 
 
24.  
25. 
The approximate 48-acre multifamily development depicted on the Concept Plan date 
stamped November 30, 2022, shall be in general conformance with the Concept Plan and 
elevations date stamped November 30, 2022, as modified by the following stipulations 
and approved by the Planning and Development Department.  
 
  
25. 
26. 
The primary vehicular entrance to the development shall include the following elements, 
as approved by the Planning and Development Department:

a. 
Pedestrian pathways connecting the interior of the development to the public 
sidewalks along both sides of the vehicular driveway. 
 
 
 
b. 
The pedestrian pathways shall be detached from the vehicular driveway and lined 
with landscape areas on both sides of not less than 5 feet in width. The landscape 
area shall be planted with drought-tolerant plant materials providing seasonal 
interest and minimum 75% live coverage at maturity. 
 
 
 
 
c. 
A mix of ornamental trees (no less than 2-inch caliper), shrubs (no less than five 5-
gallon shrubs per tree) and flower beds that will provide a variety of texture and 
color throughout the year and minimum 75% live coverage, shall be provided 
along both sides of the entryway. 
 
 
 
d. 
The entry driveway surface shall be constructed of decorative pavers, stamped or 
colored concrete, or another material, other than those used to pave the parking 
surfaces. 
 
 
26. 
27.  
A minimum of 10% of the site area shall be provided as open space for each residential 
development, exclusive of landscape setbacks, as approved by the Planning and 
Development Department. 
 
 
27. 
28. 
The development shall incorporate bicycle infrastructure as described below and as 
approved by the Planning and Development Department.  
 
 
 
a. 
A minimum of 30 bicycle parking spaces shall be provided through Inverted U 
and/or artistic racks, or in a secure area and located throughout the site including 
near the centralized open space and installed per the requirements of Section 
1307.H. of the Phoenix Zoning Ordinance. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
One bicycle repair station (“fix it station”) shall be provided and maintained in the 
multifamily development portion of the site within a central amenity area or 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: 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.  
 
 
 
C-2 ZONED AREA  
28. 
29. 
The conceptual site plan and elevations for future development of the commercially 
zoned area shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Hearing Officer through the 
public hearing process for stipulation modifications prior to preliminary site plan approval. 
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 site plan shall incorporate the following elements: 
 
 
 
a. 
Refuse bins shall be screened from view by a 6-foot-tall wall.  
 
 
 
b. 
Accessible pedestrian pathways that connect building entrances, public sidewalks, 
and the bus stop pad along Lower Buckeye Road using the most direct route for 
pedestrians. 
 
 
 
c. 
Pedestrian connections between adjacent commercial developments (if developed 
across multiple phases).

29. 
30. 
Evergreen trees shall be planted within the north and west landscape setbacks, as 
approved by the Planning and Development Department.  
 
 
30. 
31.  
A minimum of 6 bicycle parking spaces shall be provided through Inverted U and/or 
artistic racks installed per the requirements of Section 1307.H. of the Phoenix Zoning 
Ordinance, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
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