Attachment D - PC Summary - Z-70-22-8.pdf

REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION 
February 2, 2023 
ITEM NO: 8 
DISTRICT NO.: 8
SUBJECT:
Application #: 
Z-70-22-8
Location: 
Approximately 360 feet west of the northwest corner of 30th Street and 
Van Buren Street 
From:
C-3
To: 
WU Code T5:3 GW 
Acreage:
1.61
Proposal:
Multifamily residential
Applicant:
Mark Holleran
Owner: 
Arizona Housing, Inc., AHI 2900 East Van Buren, LLC            
Representative: 
Kyle Bogasky 
ACTIONS: 
Staff Recommendation: Approval, subject to stipulation. 
Village Planning Committee (VPC) Recommendation: 
Central City 1/9/2023 Approval, per the staff recommendation. Vote: 16-0.  
Planning Commission Recommendation: Approval, per the Central City Village Planning 
Committee recommendation. 
Motion Discussion: N/A 
Motion details: Vice-Chairman Gaynor made a MOTION to approve Z-70-22-8, per the Central 
City Village Planning Committee recommendation. 
 
Maker: Vice-Chairman Gaynor 
 
Second: Jaramillo 
 
Vote: 9-0 
Absent: None   
Opposition Present: No  
Findings: 
1.
The proposal is consistent with the General Plan Land Use Map designation and the
Gateway TOD Policy Plan vision for the site.
2.
The proposal will redevelop a vacant motel and provide a new housing option to
contribute to the mix of housing types in the area and will help alleviate the housing
shortage in Phoenix.
3.
As stipulated, the proposal provides enhanced pedestrian and bicycle amenities
consistent with the Gateway TOD Policy Plan, Comprehensive Bicycle Master Plan,
Tree and Shade Master Plan, and the Complete Streets Guiding Principles.
ATTACHMENT D

Stipulations: 
1.
The south building elevations of the new structure shall provide a minimum 25 percent
glazing on the ground floor, as approved by the Planning and Development
Department.
2.
Secure bicycle parking pursuant to Section 1307.H.6 of the Zoning Ordinance shall be
provided for the total units on the site. In addition, the development shall provide and
maintain the following bicycle infrastructure as described below and as approved by
the Planning and Development Department.
a.
Guest bicycle parking for multifamily residential use shall be provided at a
minimum of 0.05 spaces per unit with a maximum of 50 spaces near entrances
of buildings and installed per the requirements of Section 1307.H. of the
Phoenix Zoning Ordinance.
b.
A bicycle repair station (“fix it station”) shall be provided on the site. The station
shall include but not limited to: standard repair tools affixed to the station; a tire
gauge and pump; and a bicycle repair stand which allows pedals and wheels to
spin freely while making adjustments to the bike, as approved by the Planning
and Development Department.
3.
The developer shall dedicate a 10-foot-wide sidewalk easement along the north side of
Van Buran Street, except for those areas where a current building footprint exists. Any
future removal of building along Van Buren Street will require a 10-foot-wide sidewalk
easement dedication, as approved by the Planning and Development Department.
4.
The developer shall maintain the existing width of the landscape strip area along the
north side of Van Buren Street between the sidewalk and back of the curb, replenish
and maintain the landscaping within it, and construct a minimum 6-foot-wide detached
sidewalk, 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.
5.
The developer shall construct all streets within and adjacent to the development with
paving, curb, gutter, sidewalks, 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.
6.
The property owner shall record documents that disclose the existence, and
operational characteristics of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to future owners or tenants of
the property. The form and content of such documents shall be according to the
templates and instructions provided which have been reviewed and approved by the
City Attorney.
7.
In the event archaeological 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 Archaeologist, and allow time for the
Archaeology Office to properly assess the materials.

8.
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.
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