Attachment B - Staff Report - Z-90-22-4.pdf

Staff Report Z-90-22-4 
March 2, 2023 
Encanto Village Planning Committee 
Meeting Date: 
March 6, 2023 
Planning Commission Hearing Date: 
April 13, 2023 
Request From: 
R1-6 (Single-Family Residence District) 
(1.63 acres) 
Request To: 
R-4A (Multifamily Residence - General)
(1.63 acres)
Proposed Use: 
Multifamily residential 
Location: 
Approximately 420 feet north of the 
northwest corner of 18th Place and 
Thomas Road 
Owner:  
East Phoenix Church of God, et al. 
Applicant: 
Brinshore Development, LLC 
Representative: 
Sender Associates 
Staff Recommendation: 
Approval, subject to stipulations 
General Plan Conformity 
General Plan Land Use Map Designation 
Residential 10 to 15 dwelling units 
per acre 
Street Map 
Classification 
18th Place 
Local Street 
Varies. 68-foot 
full street 
CELEBRATE OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITIES AND NEIGHBORHOODS CORE 
VALUE; CERTAINTY AND CHARACTER; DESIGN PRINCIPLE: Create new 
development or redevelopment that is sensitive to the scale and character of 
the surrounding neighborhoods and incorporates adequate development 
standards to prevent negative impact(s) on the residential properties. 
The proposed development, as stipulated, will provide affordable housing aligned with 
the goals of the Housing Phoenix Plan and with appropriate height and landscape 
buffers to promote compatibility with the surrounding single-family residential land 
uses to the north and the multifamily residential land uses to the east and west.  
ATTACHMENT B

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CONNECT PEOPLE AND PLACES CORE VALUE; BICYCLES; DESIGN 
PRINCIPLE: Development should include convenient bicycle parking. 
The proposed development, as stipulated, will include bicycle parking and a bicycle 
repair station to encourage bicycling as a healthy and affordable mode of 
transportation for its residents. The site is located within 500 feet of Thomas Road 
which is a major bus corridor and a candidate for a future bus rapid transit line, 
Phoenix Children’s Hospital which is a major employer, and 0.25 miles from the Grand 
Canal which is a major active transportation corridor. The inclusion of these amenities 
will put all within a short bike ride from the subject site. 
BUILD THE SUSTAINABLE DESERT CITY CORE VALUE; TREES AND SHADE; 
DESIGN PRINCIPLE: Integrate trees and shade into the design of new 
development and redevelopment projects throughout Phoenix. 
The proposed development, as stipulated, will include enhanced perimeter 
landscaping between it and the adjacent single-family residential neighborhood. The 
shade incorporated into the development including its perimeter landscape areas will 
reduce the urban heat island and increase thermal comfort for those in the area.  
 
Applicable Plans, Overlays, and Initiatives 
 
Encanto Character Plan: Background Item No. 4. 
  
Piestewa Peak Parkway Specific Plan: Background Item No. 7. 
 
Housing Phoenix Plan: Background Item No. 8. 
 
Tree and Shade Master Plan: Background Item No. 9. 
 
Complete Streets Guidelines: Background Item No. 10. 
   
ZeroWaste Phoenix: Background Item No. 11. 
 
 
Surrounding Land Uses and Zoning 
 
Land Use 
Zoning 
On Site 
Church, three single-family 
residences, and surface parking 
R1-6 
South (east of 18th Place) 
Surface parking (Rose Court) 
P-1 
South (west of 18th Place) 
Birthing center 
C-O 
East 
Assisted living (Rose Court) 
R-5 
West 
Multifamily residential (Casa Tomas) 
R-3 
North 
Single-family residences  
R1-6

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R-4A (Multifamily Residence District) 
(Planned Residential Development Option) 
Standards 
Requirements 
Proposed Site Plan 
Gross Acreage 
- 
1.63 acres 
Maximum Units 
There shall be a lot area of not less 
than one thousand square feet for 
each dwelling unit. 
71 dwelling units or 142 
efficiency dwelling units 
56 dwelling units (Met) 
 
 
Minimum Building Setback 
Front Yard (South) 
20 feet 
20 feet adjacent to 
public right of way (Met) 
Rear Yard (North) 
15 feet 
Varies. 56 feet to 68 
feet (Met) 
Side Yard 
5 feet 
East: 5 feet (Met) 
West: 73 feet (Met) 
Minimum Landscape Setback  
Front Yard (South) 
20 feet 
20 feet (Met) 
Rear Yard (North) 
5 feet 
15 feet (Met) 
Side Yard 
5 feet 
East: 5 feet (Met) 
West: 5 feet (Met) 
Maximum Lot Coverage 
50 percent 
25 percent (Met) 
Maximum Building Height 
48 feet 
48 feet (Met) 
Minimum Open Space 
5 percent 
6.1 percent (Met) 
Minimum Amenities Provided Two required 
Not depicted 
Minimum Parking (spaces)  
1.3 spaces per efficiency unit and 
1.5 spaces per 1 or 2 bedroom unit 
and 2 spaces per 3 or more 
bedroom unit, 1.0 space per unit of 
less than 600 square feet 
regardless of number of bedrooms 
84 spaces 
84 spaces (Met) 
 
Background/Issues/Analysis 
SUBJECT SITE 
1. 
This request is to rezone 1.63-acres located approximately 420 feet north of the 
northwest corner of 18th Place and Thomas Road from R1-6 (Single-Family 
Residence District) to R-4A (Multifamily Residence - General) to allow for 
multifamily residential.

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SURROUNDING LAND USES AND ZONING 
2. 
The subject site is zoned R1-6 and is currently developed with a single-story 
church, three single-story single-family residences, and surface parking.  
 
To the east of the subject site is the Rose Court Assisted Living Facility 
constructed to a height of two stories and zoned R-5 (Multifamily Residence 
District). While only developed to a height of two stories, the R-5 zoning permits a 
maximum height of four stories and 48 feet, subject to additional setbacks. To the 
south of the subject site and east of 18th Place is a surface parking lot zoned P-1 
(Passenger Automobile Parking, Limited) that serves the above-described 
assisted living facility. The P-1 zoning exclusively allows surface parking and 
structures are limited to public utility buildings and carports.  
 
 
 
To the west of the subject 
site is a multifamily 
residential community know 
as Casa Tomas that is 
zoned R-3 and constructed 
to a height of two stories 
which is the maximum 
permitted for the property. 
Generally, the R-3 District 
allows up to four stories, 
subject to the Planned 
Residential Development 
option and setbacks. The 
private street within the 
Casa Tomas property 
terminates in a cul-de-sac. 
The conceptual site plan 
proposed on the subject site  
Site Plan with Aerial Photograph; Source: Architectural 
Resource Team; Planning and Development Department 
 
 
situates the building mass approximately 70 feet from the west property line and 
aligned with only a swimming pool and the cul-de-sac. 
 
 
To the south of the subject site and west of 18th Place is a birthing center 
constructed to a height of one-story and zoned C-O (Commercial Office - 
Restricted Commercial). The C-O zoning district “is intended to provide office use 
as an appropriate transition between intense commercial activities and nearby 
residential uses” and permits a maximum height of 25 feet under the “General 
Office” option. To the north of the subject site are single-family homes, 
constructed to a single-story, and zoned R1-6. The R1-6 zoning permits a 
maximum height of two stories and 30 feet.

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GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP 
3. 
The General Plan Land Use Map depicts the subject site with a designation of 
Residential 10 to 15 dwelling units per acre. All adjacent properties share this 
same designation including the single-family homes to the north of the subject 
site. A designation of Commercial exists approximately 110 feet south of the 
subject site which then follows the north side of Thomas Road west. 
 
 
 
A designation of Public/Quasi-Public exists 
approximately 160 feet east of the subject site and 
includes the Arizona Heart Center and the Abrazo 
Arizona Heart Hospital. South of Thomas Road is 
the Phoenix Children’s Hospital Campus which also 
has a designation of Public/Quasi-Public. 
 
The proposed development of 56 dwelling units on 
1.63 gross acres generates a density of 34.36 
dwelling units per acre. The proposed density is not 
consistent with the General Plan Land Use Map 
designation of Residential 10 to 15 dwelling units 
per acre but, because the site is under 10 acres, a 
General Plan Amendment is not required. 
General Plan Land Use Map 
Excerpt; Source: Planning and 
Development Department 
 
 
4. 
Encanto Character Plan 
The Encanto Character Plan was approved and adopted into the Phoenix 
General Plan through General Plan Amendment GPA-1-19. The purpose of the 
plan is to articulate the goals, values, and priorities of the Encanto Village. The 
Encanto Character Plan contains the following Land Use and Design Principles 
that are directly applicable to the proposal.  
• Land Use Principle: Encourage high-density housing and high intensity 
employment uses to locate adjacent or close to transit stations per 
adopted transit district plans. 
• Land Use Principle: Include a mix of housing types and densities where 
appropriate within each village that support a broad range of lifestyles. 
• Design Principle: Create new development or redevelopment that is 
sensitive to the scale and character of the surrounding neighborhoods and 
incorporates adequate development standards to prevent negative 
impact(s) on the residential properties.

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The proposal, as stipulated, will create approximately 56 dwelling units of 
affordable housing within approximately 500 feet of both Thomas Road which is a 
high ridership transit corridor and Phoenix Children’s Hospital which is both a 
major employer and healthcare destination, and buffered from less intense 
zoning districts a building setbacks of 56 feet or more. 
 
 
 
PROPOSAL 
5. 
The conceptual site plan depicts 
two four-story multifamily 
residential structures containing 
56 units. The conceptual site 
plan situates the proposed 
building mass at the southeast 
edge of the site where it is 
adjacent to an R-5 zoning district 
and P-1 district which is a non-
residential district. 
 
The proposed development 
would shorten the existing cul-
de-sac by approximately 70 feet 
and the development would be 
accessed at the terminus of a  
Conceptual Site Plan; Source: Architectural Resource 
Team 
 
 
new cul-de-sac that would also be utilized by the assisted living use (Rose 
Court).   
 
 
As described in the applicant’s narrative, the proposal would bring the “Family 
Scholar House Model” to Arizona and would “include a structured program that 
supports residents with comprehensive services for education, career 
development, and overall family well-being. Families exit the program with higher 
income career opportunities, with over two-thirds of the scholars choosing 
healthcare professions.”  
 
 
 
To support compatibility with less intense zoning districts to the north (R1-6) and 
to the west (R-3), staff is recommending Stipulation No. 1 which limits the 
maximum height to 30 feet within 50 feet of the north and west property lines.  
 
 
6. 
The conceptual building elevations submitted do not match the current 
configuration of the site plan which now depicts two structures rather than one 
but within a similar footprint and at the same height. The change was made to 
accommodate an existing sewer that bisects the site east-west. The applicant 
intends to utilize the same architectural style on the buildings as that depicted on

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the conceptual building elevations. The conceptual building elevations depict 
four-sided architecture, featuring multiple colors and materials on each building 
face. Additionally, the parapet line undulates, and the building mass includes 
offsets and recesses for visual interest. The main entrance of the building will be 
along the south face. 
 
 
 
Conceptual Building Elevations; Source: Architectural Resource Team 
 
 
STUDIES AND POLICIES 
7. 
Piestewa Peak Parkway Specific Plan 
The study corridor is approximately one-half mile in width, just over five miles in 
length, and includes the Piestewa Peak Freeway from Interstate 10 north to 
Glendale Avenue. The Plan does not contain specific restrictions on land use that 
differ from existing regulations. As such, this plan is deemed to be non-regulatory 
but contains statements of goals, standards, and policies. The subject site was 
identified as “multifamily” on its Existing Land Use Map and the plan did not 
propose a change to this area. 
 
The Piestewa Peak Parkway Specific Plan contains two goals relevant to the 
proposal as stipulated which is compatible with the goals of the plan.  
• Goal 3: “Protect and maintain viable neighborhoods, housing and other 
uses.” The proposal, as stipulated, includes generous building setbacks 
(Stipulation No. 1) from the adjacent zoning districts of lesser intensity. 
Further, the single-family residential to the north will be buffered by 
landscape plantings (Stipulation No. 2).

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• Goal 4: “Promote land use stability through strategic land use planning.” 
The proposal, as submitted, would consolidate several underutilized sites 
on a dead-end street and redevelop them into a new residential 
community oriented to an underserved community. The proposal depicts a 
structure with visual interest that is buffered from the neighboring 
properties by generous building setbacks (Stipulation No. 1) and 
landscape setbacks around the perimeter (Stipulation Nos. 2 and 3) to 
promote compatibility with the adjacent land uses. 
 
 
8. 
Housing Phoenix Plan 
In June 2020, the Phoenix City Council approved the Housing Phoenix Plan. This 
Plan contains policy initiatives for the development and preservation of housing 
with the vision of creating a stronger and more vibrant Phoenix through increased 
housing options for residents at all income levels and family sizes.  Phoenix’s 
rapid population growth and housing underproduction has led to a need for over 
163,000 new housing units. Current shortages of housing supply relative to 
demand are a primary reason why housing costs are increasing.  
 
The proposed development supports the Plan’s goal of preserving or creating 
50,000 housing units by 2030 by contributing new affordable housing units to 
help address the supply shortage while also using vacant and underutilized land 
in a more sustainable fashion.  
 
 
9. 
Tree and Shade Master Plan 
The Tree and Shade Master Plan encourages treating the urban forest as 
infrastructure to ensure the trees are an integral part of the City’s planning and 
development process. To advance the goals and intent of the Tree and Shade 
Master Plan, staff is recommending a series of Stipulations to bring enhanced 
tree plantings to this proposed affordable housing community as a means of 
mitigating the urban heat island effect and to buffer the proposed development 
from its neighbors.  
• Stipulation No. 2 requires a landscape area along the north property line of 
no less than 15 feet in width that will be planted with offset rows of shade 
trees. At this location, the proposed R-4A entitlement on the subject site is 
adjacent to R1-6 which permits a maximum height of 30 feet. 
• Stipulation No. 3 requires a landscape area along the east property line of 
no less than 8 feet in average width that will be planted with shade trees. 
At this location, the subject site is adjacent to R-5. The south and west 
property lines are required by the zoning ordinance to have a minimum 
landscape setback of 5 feet that will be planted with trees and shurbs.

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10.
Complete Streets Guidelines
The City of Phoenix City Council adopted the Complete Streets Guiding
Principles, and these principles are intended to promote improvements that
provide an accessible, safe, connected transportation system to include all
modes, such as bicycles, pedestrians, transit, and vehicles. The proposed
development is affordable housing and is located near transit facilities,
employment destinations, and active transportation routes. As such, staff is
recommending Stipulation No. 4 to require bicycle parking on the site and a
bicycle repair (fix-it) station to enable bicycling as a viable and affordable means
of transportation.
11.
ZeroWaste Phoenix
The City of Phoenix is committed to its waste diversion efforts and has set a goal
to become a zero waste city, as part of the city’s overall 2050 Environmental
Sustainability Goals. One of the ways Phoenix can achieve this is to improve and
expand its recycling and other waste diversion programs. Section 716 of the
Phoenix Zoning Ordinance establishes standards to encourage the provision of
recycling containers for multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use developments
meeting certain criteria. The provision of recycling containers was not addressed
in the applicant’s submittals.
COMMUNITY CORRESONDENCE 
12. As of the writing of this report, five letters of support and 24 letters of opposition
have been received. Concerns listed include the scale being incompatible with
the surrounding areas, traffic at 18th Place and Thomas Road, existing crime
making the proposed use inappropriate, increased crime because of the use, and
the potential to decrease the value of nearby properties.
INTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMENTS 
13.
The Fire Department commented that the site plan must comply with the Phoenix
Fire Code and further indicated there are no problems anticipated with the case.
Further, the Department commented that they do not know the water supply at
this site and noted that additional water supply may be required to meet the
required fire flow per the Phoenix Fire Code.
14.
The Aviation Department commented that the subject site is within the Traffic
Pattern Airspace of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and therefore
requested Stipulation No. 11 which requires the applicant to disclose the
existence, and operational characteristics of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to future
owners or tenants of the property.
15.
The Street Transportation Department commented on the need for bicycle

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parking to encourage residents to utilize alternative modes of affordable 
transportation such as bicycles, buses, and/or a combination thereof. This is 
addressed in Stipulation No. 4. The Street Transportation Department also noted 
that the site plan is predicated on the abandonment and shortening of 18th Place, 
and they have recommended Stipulation No. 5 to require that land be dedicated 
for a new cul-de-sac and that it be constructed. Further, the Street Transportation 
Department recommended Stipulation No. 6 to require the developer to construct 
all necessary right of way improvements to relevant ADA Accessibility Standards. 
 
 
OTHER 
16. The site is in a larger area identified as being archaeologically sensitive. If further 
review by the City of Phoenix Archaeology Office determines the site and 
immediate area to be archaeologically sensitive, and if no previous 
archaeological projects have been conducted within this project area, it is 
recommended that archaeological Phase I data testing of this area be conducted. 
Phase II archaeological data recovery excavations may be necessary based 
upon the results of the testing. A qualified archaeologist must make this 
determination in consultation with the City of Phoenix Archaeologist. In the event 
archaeological materials are encountered during construction, all ground 
disturbing activities must cease within a 33-foot radius of the discovery and the 
City of Phoenix Archaeology Office must be notified immediately and allowed 
time to properly assess the materials. This is addressed in Stipulation Nos. 7 
through 9. 
 
 
17. The subject site is located within approximately 0.25 miles of the helipads at 
Phoenix Children’s Hospital and the Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital. Due to the 
noise generated by this nearby land use, staff is recommending Stipulation No. 
12 to require the owner to disclose the existence and operating characteristics of 
the nearby helipad to future owners and tenants of the property. 
 
 
18. Staff has not received a completed form for the Waiver of Claims for Diminution 
in Value of Property under Proposition 207 (A.R.S. 12-1131 et seq.), as required 
by the rezoning application process. Therefore, a Stipulation has been added to 
require the form be completed and submitted prior to preliminary site plan 
approval. This is addressed in Stipulation No. 10. 
 
 
19. Development and use of the site are subject to all applicable codes and 
ordinances. Zoning approval does not negate other ordinance requirements. 
Other formal actions such as, but not limited to, zoning adjustments and 
abandonments may be required.

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Findings 
  
1. 
The proposed development will provide additional affordable housing units which 
advances the purpose and intent of the Housing Phoenix Plan. 
 
 
2. 
The proposal is appropriate at this location due to its compatibility with the 
surrounding land uses. 
 
 
3. 
The proposed development will support alternative transportation through the 
inclusion of bicycle parking and a bicycle repair station near a bus transit corridor 
in a manner aligned with the purpose and intent of the Complete Streets 
Guidelines.  
 
Stipulations 
  
1. 
The development shall be limited to a maximum height of 30 feet within 50 feet 
of the north and west property lines.  
 
 
2. 
A minimum 15-foot-wide landscape setback with two offset rows of minimum 
2-inch caliper shade trees shall be placed 20 feet on center or in equivalent 
groupings along the north property line exclusive of the areas within 10 feet of 
a public utility, as approved by the Planning and Development Department.  
 
 
3. 
An 8-foot-wide average landscape setback with minimum 2-inch caliper shade 
trees shall be placed 20 feet on center or in equivalent groupings along the 
east property line, as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
 
4. 
The developer shall incorporate bicycle infrastructure as described below and 
as approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
 
a. 
Bicycle parking shall be provided at a minimum of 0.25 spaces per unit 
and located either near the primary entrance to the building or within 
the building. If outside, the bicycle parking shall be in secure facilities or 
be installed per the requirements of Section 1307.H of the Phoenix 
Zoning Ordinance. 
 
 
 
 
b. 
One bicycle repair station shall be provided and maintained by the 
developer in an area of high visibility to residents. 
 
 
5. 
The developer shall dedicate right-of-way to construct a 50-foot radius cul-de-
sac if reconstructed as depicted on the site plan dated November 09, 2022, as

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approved by the Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
6. 
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. 
 
 
7. 
If determined necessary by the Phoenix Archaeology 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 Archaeologist 
prior to clearing and grubbing, landscape salvage, and/or grading approval. 
 
 
8. 
If Phase I data testing is required, and if, upon review of the results from the 
Phase I data testing, the City Archaeologist, in consultation with a qualified 
archaeologist, determines such data recovery excavations are necessary, the 
applicant shall conduct Phase II archaeological data recovery excavations. 
 
 
9. 
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. 
 
 
10. 
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. 
 
 
11. 
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. 
 
 
12. 
The property owner shall record documents that disclose the existence, and 
operational characteristics of helipads at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and 
Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital to future owners the property. Additionally, 
lease documents shall explicitly disclose this information to future tenants of 
the property.

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Writer 
Nick Klimek 
March 2, 2023 
Team Leader 
Racelle Escolar 
Exhibits 
Zoning sketch map 
Aerial sketch map 
Conceptual Site Plan date stamped February 21, 2023 
Conceptual Building Elevations date stamped December 21, 2022 
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From:
Carolyn Lavender
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
case#Z-90-22
Date:
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 3:06:40 PM
Neighbor opinion on case#Z-90-22. 
My name is Carolyn Lavender, 2302 E Earll Dr Phoenix AZ 85016. My husband and I have
lived in this house since 1987 and have seen tremendous changes in this area through the
years. It has become harder and harder for people to pay rent or buy a home with normal
working class wages. As everyone knows the number of unhoused desperate people is greatly
increasing each year. 
Both my husband, Brian Hughes, and I completely support the Phoenix Scholar House. It
looks to be a great project and a great location as well. This has always been a modest
neighborhood that met needs of a variety of residents. It not healthy for our City to have so
many struggling people. I support projects like this which offer more than temporary relief to
those who need lit. 
Thank you,
Carolyn Lavender
Brian Hughes
602-363-5920
2302 E Earll Dr
Phoenix Arizona
Since 1987

From:
Rebecca Waters
To:
jen@senderlaw.com; Elias Valencia
Subject:
Support for Phoenix Scholar House
Date:
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 3:42:00 PM
Hello,
I wanted to express my support for the Phoenix Scholar House that is being planned. As homeowners in the area, we
are grateful for the city recognizing the need to provide stable and safe housing for other Phoenicians.
I plan to attend the meeting on 1/17, but wanted to express my gratitude ahead  of time and thank you all for the
hard work you’re doing.
Best,
Rebecca
Please excuse any errors- this is being sent from my iPhone

From:
Taylor Shell
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Neighbor Comment re: #Z-90-22 Phoenix Scholar House
Date:
Monday, January 16, 2023 1:41:23 PM
I am a resident and property owner in the 1800 block of E Pinchot Ave. I would like to submit
the following for consideration in this case:
My two areas of questions/concerns:
1. Traffic Impacts- Ingress/egress to this site is via the dead end 18th Place, solely accessed
from Thomas. Thus there should be minimal, if any, impact on surrounding neighborhood
streets.
However, his development will likely increase congestion at the intersection of 18th Place and
Thomas Road. This may invite more risky pedestrian crossings and unsafe left
turn maneuvers. Can the footprint of the existing signal at Thomas Rd. and Children's Way be
expanded to facilitate safe pedestrian and vehicle movements directly from 18th Place?
2. Separation/Buffering- It appears that the developer wishes to have the City of Phoenix
vacate a portion of 18th Place, and shift the cul-de-sac to the south, which allows the 4-story
building to be sited on the property furthest from existing 1-2 story single family residential. I
see on the site plan that parking spaces will buffer the building from abutting residential
properties. What additional screening/landscaping is proposed to ensure the privacy of
adjoining property owners and reduce noise and visual impacts?
I support this re-zoning application, if the above concerns about traffic and buffering from
adjoining parcels are addressed. Currently this lot is underutilized and "hidden" which invites
illicit activity. Creating this infill development would help provide sorely needed affordable
housing with the added benefit of educational resources.
Thank you for your consideration,
Taylor Shell

From:
Danica Tuxbury
To:
Elias Valencia
Cc:
Robert Tuxbury
Subject:
case #Z-90-22 phoenix scholar house
Date:
Monday, January 16, 2023 1:09:06 AM
Hi,
We would like to comment on the proposed zoning change and building project going in on
18th Place called Phoenix Scholar House. Case# Z-90-22.
We live at 1646 E Pinchot Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016. We own our home and have lived here
since 2011. We are in SUPPORT of the proposed housing development for several reasons.
First, we think the building development will be an appropriate addition and upgrade in that
area. It fits in well with the other businesses in that cul-de-sac (the nursing home, Starbucks,
Blossom Birth Center, and a doctor’s office). Since most of the area is currently high density
or commercial, this project is appropriate. Any future consideration of single family homes in
this area does not make sense.
Second, affordable housing in this part of the city is scarce. Affordable high density infill
projects like this one help Phoenix meet its goal of becoming a more sustainable city but
also provide an economic boost for the walkable and local businesses in our area. Higher
density means higher vigilance around 18th Place, the canal, and surrounding area. We believe
that more people living in this area will DECREASE crime along the canal and in this
neighborhood because residents especially those with families are more vested in the
neighborhood’s safety.
Third, we agree with and support the mission of the Phoenix Scholar House. We believe that
education is the key to building intergenerational stability and wealth, overcoming poverty and
breaking free of domestic violence cycles.
We appreciate that the developer has put the parking lot on the north side of the lot next to the
south side of Pinchot Ave to protect privacy of those neighbors on Pinchot. We hope that the
developer can add greenery or more privacy screening between the project and these Pinchot
neighbors to account for the building’s height.
We would also like the city to address the increase in traffic. Will the stoplight at the hospital
be adjusted to help traffic exit from 18th Place in a safe manner?
Thank you for the opportunity to comment. We are excited that this project focuses on
families and will be a more efficient use of the land.
Thank you,
Danica & Robert Tuxbury
1646 E Pinchot Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016

From:
Rebecca Waters
To:
Nick Klimek
Subject:
Support for Phoenix Scholar House
Date:
Monday, February 6, 2023 12:28:24 PM
Hi Nick,
I wanted to pass along a written letter of my support for the Phoenix Scholar House
that is being planned. As homeowners in the area, we are grateful for the city
recognizing the need to provide stable and safe housing for other Phoenicians.
Additionally, we found the info session in January to be extremely helpful and
informative. These types of housing projects are addressing a deep need in our area
and we hope to welcome the new residents warmly if/when they arrive.
Best,
Rebecca and Tim Waters 
-- 
Rebecca Waters

From:
Kimberly Gateb
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
case#Z-90-22
Date:
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 4:53:32 PM
Hello,
I am a homeowner on Pinchot Ave directly across from this proposed project.
Not only will this significantly reduce our property value, I am very concerned about safety with this project. This
will bring added traffic, and likely added crime, drugs and more people combing our streets at night. We are already
besieged by homeless from the canal and this will not help. I am a single mom and have worked hard to have a nice
home in a quiet community and this project places that in jeopardy.
The city has worked so hard to revitalize the central communities, and this project flies in the face of all that effort.
I am very opposed to this.
Sent from my iPhone
Kim Gateb
714-483-2936

From:
schmidt
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Case Z-90-22
Date:
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 11:04:51 AM
Good morning,
The project, Case Z-90-22, does not belong in this historic neighborhood.  A 60 unit 4 story development
does not fit in and would be an eye sore, especially to the single family houses that back it.
We are opposed.
Thank you.
Rebecca Schmidt

From:
Spyros Scocos
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Project proposal for 18 pl and Thomas
Date:
Thursday, January 12, 2023 12:11:52 PM
Concerned about this project and what effects it will have on my property value, would not be in favor of this type
of housing, it would set back the positive things going on in the neighborhood
Spyros Scocos
1801 e Pinchot, 3011 n 18th street, 3015 n 18 th street
Sent from my iPhone

From:
James Miloneck
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Z-90-22
Date:
Saturday, January 14, 2023 10:25:05 PM
I’m a resident in the Avalon neighborhood around 16th st and Thomas. I’ve been made aware of your project intent
for a multi-family unit at the end of the cul-de-sac on 18th Place.
All I needed to see regarding this plan is the simple objective of a 60 unit facility. This fact alone should cause
concern for your development or any resident. This plan and location are a bad idea. When Starbucks alone moved
in it created a minute by minute, hour after hour day to day traffic issue! That street was barely safe back before
Starbucks built its building there let alone the past decade that most of that area was vacant. Those of us that attempt
DAILY to exit our residential neighborhood for work and school etc, onto Thomas have a very difficult time safely
getting into traffic. There are accidents along Thomas almost daily from the entry of the Heart Hospital to the
Urgent Care down the street. Between the congestion and idiocies of drivers these days it’s a clustered mess!
Adding another 60 to 90 daily arrivals and/or departures from/to that street is asking for trouble.
Development of the area would be great, multi family? I think you are asking for trouble with volume.
Please reconsider this plan!
Thanks, Slate
1749 E Verde Lane

From:
s
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Z 90 22
Date:
Saturday, January 14, 2023 7:26:05 AM
Good morning,  
I am 22 year resident homeowner in Earl Place,  the Historic Subdivision in Avalon neighborhood.  I am
against the zoning change for the proposed 4 story apartments across from the Children's Hospital.  
Firstly,  I live across the street from a Sober living house housing 4 women on Pinchot Ave.  The added
traffic and congestion is too much for the street width platted in 1920. We can assume the proposed
tenants will not have a vehicle. This means more Uber,  Lyft traffic. 
Secondly,  I don't consider this property a suitable area for young children.  Highway on and off access is
constantly full of panhandlers,  homeless and other un savory activity.  
Earl Place is a Federally protected Historic Subdivision.  Please consider the above.  
Thank you for your consideration. 
Martha Bryant

From:
Brendan Beggs
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
CASE # Z-90-22
Date:
Sunday, January 15, 2023 11:20:46 PM
Hello Elias,
I am writing you to share a few key ideas why this is NOT a good project for this area.  I hope you read this
carefully and consider these ideas as we believe there is a need for strong leadership on this issue.
Homeowners who have invested much, who wanted to raise their families in a decent neighborhood, and who
already have to cope with high rates of crime just to the south, should not have to bear the burden of increased risks
associated with more high density infill. Despite the zoning that would allow multi-family housing in this area, the
City of Phoenix must recognize that quality of life for long term property owners comes before long term profit.  I
have done much consulting for the City of Phoenix (for trauma in the workplace) and believe that the City does
value the quality of life of its residents, especially residents in the historic neighborhoods in this area who take on
additional costs and responsibilities involved in the maintenance and restoration of these homes, many who are
nearing the 100 year mark.
We already deal with the nuisances associated with 2 hospitals in this neighborhood, and the freeway noise of car
owners who fancy the super loud mufflers (that fwy doesn’t close at our bedtime).  I cannot think of two other
hospitals so close together anywhere in Arizona, and I’m a native who has lived here over 50 years. This isn’t a
criticism of the important care they provide, but simply acknowledging the associated noise.  Hospital and police
helicopters routinely operate low to the ground and occasionally hover over our homes in the middle of the night. 
These are tolerable, occasionally, especially given their purposes.  However, the fact is that the noise is intrusive. 
Do you occasionally have a police helicopter hovering over your bedroom at 3 or 4 am with a spotlight shining
down your street?  The notices we all receive a few times per year that a registered sex offender has moved into the
neighborhood are another stark reminder of the issues we already have to deal with.  Of course, the awareness of
THE REASONS a police helicopter is hovering over any given street here with a spotlight shining up and down the
street and into our yards is unsettling enough. 
We try not to think too much about very serious gang violence just a mile to the south of us, or the homeless with
serious mental illnesses that regularly wander through our neighborhood talking loudly or even yelling late at night
(& a behavioral health treatment center on the corner of 16th and Earll).  We like to have an occasional drink
ourselves but the bar on 16th and Earll that has vehicles speeding through our neighborhood with their annoying
loud mufflers is a problem.  I try not to worry why a loose cinder block to my fence was slightly moved (just a few
inches) from the alley to allow someone to peer into my yard.  I ask myself “for what purpose did someone do that? 
I wonder what type of security system do I need to invest in, or if there’s anything we can really do with all these
threats around us?  I wonder why a combination lock was tampered with and I tell myself the person who stole a
bike from my yard needed it more than I. 
Elias, those of us who own homes here are more likely to be long term residents than renters in low income
housing.  We are likely to still be here as renters come and go from a project like this.  And there are families here,
with children.  The neighborhoods here have had their share of high density and lower income apartments, half way
houses, and even the homeless encampments that have arisen along the canal and freeway here.  We should not have
to bear any more burden associated to high density low income housing.  How much more can a City allow a
historic neighborhood to crumble?  Riding one’s bike along the canal in Arcadia is a family affair, and you can even
stop and eat at great restaurants like OHSO’s on the canal near 48th street during your ride.  Riding your bike on the
canal here along the 51 fwy is a true lesson in caution.
In summary Elias, we believe that the City will understand what this neighborhood already faces and encourage the
right type of development for that parcel.  We would support he right development of that land, and there are
developers out there that could do something different.  This proposed project must be stopped.  The 5th largest city
in America can mange that parcel with good appreciation for others that already reside here.  Be patient Elias, and
the right development will come.  Our senses, sensibilities, patience, and love of this area are threatened enough.

Thank you,
Brendan Beggs
1731 E Earll Dr
Sent from my iPad

From:
Elizabeth Meyer
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
case #Z-90-22
Date:
Sunday, January 15, 2023 5:37:21 PM
I am writing today about the proposed zoning change for a multifamily project at 2945 N. 18th Place.  I fully
support housing for low income families.  I even support it in my neighborhood, but NOT by re-zoning lots in
largely single-story neighborhoods and increasing both the height and density on our side streets.  This project
belongs on Thomas or another major street.  It is this kind of reckless re-zoning that is ruining our neighborhoods.
Please do NOT interject a 4-story complex into the neighborhood. 
Thank you,
Elizabeth

From:
Jon Navarro
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
case#2-90-22
Date:
Sunday, January 15, 2023 11:16:55 AM
Hello.
My name is Jon Navarro and I live in the Avalon Neighborhood.  I'm writing this email to express my
concern for the apartment style project that will be built in our neighborhood.  I believe this project will add
to the traffic gridlock already occurring on Thomas.  Perhaps a scaled down version could be looked at. I
plan on attending the meeting about the project on Tuesday.

From:
Bryce Hallam
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
#Z-90-22 617 R-4 Multifamily Residence District
Date:
Monday, January 16, 2023 5:18:12 PM
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Hi Elias,
 
I’m the homeowner of 1907 E Avalon Dr just a couple blocks away from this new multifamily residence you plan on putting in. I am against having this put in so close to
our neighborhood for a number of reasons. One primarily because of how dangerous this area is. We have dozens and dozens of homeless people that occupy our alley
ways on a nightly basis. Breaking into homes, cars, and sheds. I’m concerned that adding these low income families into our neighborhood will not only drive up our
traffic and crime in our area, but is also placing these families in an unsafe area. I suggest you find another area to place this multifamily residence. I do not approve.
 
 
Bryce Hallam
Strategic Account Manager
Husqvarna Construction
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From:
REENA PATEL
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Case#Z-90-22
Date:
Monday, January 16, 2023 2:22:38 AM
Dear Mr. Valencia,
 
I hope you had a nice weekend.  I am writing to share my very strong concerns
about moving forward with case# Z-90-22 and recommend this project be
halted.  This project has several problems.  From a technical perspective, the
project cannot move forward because of the way the code is written in relation
to Rose Garden Senior Center.  A member of our tightknit community will
explain our perspective further during the meeting. 
 
The project location is especially problematic given the volume of transient 
people and drug trafficking occurring in the neighborhood combined with 
helicopter noise from Phoenix Children's Hospital (PCH).  Also, the traffic 
study suggesting the project will only cause one percent more traffic is 
incomplete.  The report fails to consider that taking a left turn on to Thomas 
Road during prime times is impossible due to two factors, namely backed up 
traffic and the PCH entrance streetlight.  As a result, most new traffic will turn 
right on Thomas Road; then they will turn right on 18th street and either go 
north through 18th street or reroute via Verde or Catalina to get around.  This is 
a significant problem.   
 
It is my understanding the law firm handling this matter waited until the last 
date possible to mail the notice, and the notice was only sent in English.   Given 
that 60 to 70 percent of our community is Latino and may not be fully fluent in 
English, I was disappointed the notice did not include Spanish translation to 
reflect the diversity and inclusion of our community.  It is also not lost onto me 
that both the buyer and seller enjoy the economic privilege of paying zero taxes 
or application fees related to this project.  All the while, it will be our 
community that bears the socioeconomic brunt of Case# Z-90-22.  
 
I am unfortunately unable to attend the meeting but look forward to hearing the 
outcome of it.
 
Sincerely,
 
Reena Patel, PhD
1631 E Earll Dr Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA

https://about.me/reena.patel [about.me]

From:
Avalon Neighborhood
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Case Z-90-22
Date:
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 3:25:59 PM
Hello Mr Valencia,
This is a letter from the Avalon Neighborhood Association and Earll Dr  Historic neighborhood regarding case #Z-
90-22 in opposition of the zoning changes being proposed.
The residents and business owners  have indicated clearly through written communication via emails and texts and
phone calls and conversations that they oppose zoning changes for a 4 story structure with the proposed use.  After
careful examination of R-4A general ordinances the use guidelines section 619 there are immediate overlap issues
with existing facilities that stop these zoning changes.
This zoning change is to allow an out of state company build( Brinshore) to low income housing for single parents
who are from disadvantaged backgrounds such as homelessness,  victims of domestic violence and potentially drug
abuse backgrounds.  This particular area, within 1 mile in all directions has over 3,400 registered sex offenders, over
160 series crimes that were reported in the last 30 days including 5 sexual assaults, 2 that occurred within 1/4 mile
of the proposed development, 12 assault reports and the list goes on.   There are 2 Crossroads locations within a 1/2
mile radius and Terros mental health is located directly west of this and a private group home located on Pinchot  &
16th .  Directly East is Abrazo Heart Hospital , the I-51Thomas interchange and across the street is Phoenix
Children’s Hospital , which is currently under expansion.  This area is already a rich environment for everything to
go wrong for a single part with a child or children. It is not safe to walk or take children. There are no parks and
shopping is not walkable. The air quality is horrible and pollution, both noise and air along with inappropriate foot
traffic are just full stops to anyone with a reasonable mind. Why would we put people there? The noise from the 51
and the street and the 2 hospitals with Phoenix Children’s Hospital complete disregard for any residential impact
with their flight patters just adds to the fact that this location is not appropriate for this use.
The traffic is a whole separate issue and is of consequence will result in further stagnation for residents, emergency
vehicles and cause overflow into our adjacent neighborhood at 18th Street.
We are working very hard to keep our neighborhood as safe as possible but type of build with its desired purpose is
the wrong fit for the wrong place.
Thank you,
Avalon Neighborhood Association

From:
primanovak@aol.com
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Case reference #Z-90-22
Date:
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 3:40:12 PM
Hello,
As a homeowner in Avalon for over 6 years and a resident occasionally from 1999- on I
strongly opposed the zoning request. The purpose of the rezoning after discussion with the
project attorney is to bring single parents to low income housing and help them get continued
education.  Have you been to the neighborhood spot?  It's overflowing with excessive volumes
of noise and pollution and crime!  This land should be used for some other purpose but not
Save the Family and Scholar House.  I deal with excessive helicopter noise and pollution
already and I would never allow children to be forced closer to that.  That is literally the last
thing we want as it will cause asthma and other health problems. And how are these parents
expected to study when it's so loud? There's NO safe place to walk your kids and trying to get
out of 18th place on to Thomas anytime let alone peak times is a death defying act. You
cannot plant a rose bush in a sidewalk crack and expect it to thrive.
 
I absolutely oppose the zoning changes for this use. 
Sincerely,
 
Bobbie J  Novak
1812 E Cheery Lynn Rd
Phoenix Az 85016
Primanovak@aol.com 
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From:
Monica Davison
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Case #Z-90-22
Date:
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 3:46:05 PM
To Whom it May Concern, 
I received a notice of rezoning Re: DSD #22-3544 on January 9th.   I spoke  to Jennifer K.
Boblick last week concerning the proposed Multifamily residence. After careful consideration,
I have decided that I will not support the development of the single-family 66 unit project for
several reasons.  The most urgent is because the adjacent properties in which I reside, cannot
tolerate any increase to traffic which is already a challenge with the normal hospital and
residential traffic.  Additionally, Phoenix Children hospital is adding a medical center unit just
to the west of our properties which will further complicate the already troubling situation. 
Please let me know if you need any additional information from me.
Thank you, 
Monica Davison
2929 N Casa Tomas Ct, Phoenix, AZ 85016

From:
Silvi
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Concerns regarding rezoning case of Z-90-22
Date:
Friday, January 20, 2023 2:06:14 PM
Hi Elias,
I am one of the residents who lives on the 18th st nearby the future site of Brinshore Scholar
House. I am voicing my concerns regarding our privacy as a family and my position against
the building of a 4 story building across from my residence. We are a homeschool family and
our backyard is our sanctuary. I would rather the permit stay as a single story residential
building.
I am unable to attend the meeting in person, but I would like my concerns to be heard and
accounted for.
Is there any way for us to email the City of Planning and Development to voice our concerns
instead of mailing a letter? 
Thank you.
-The Hawkins Family

From:
Cory Fetter
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Case number: Z-90-22
Date:
Sunday, January 22, 2023 10:15:20 AM
Hi Elias,
I'm a board member at Casa Tomas, the 31-unit townhome community directly West of the
lots in consideration for being rezoned. I attended the neighborhood meeting and have spoken
with Casa Tomas homeowners–at this time, we do not find support for this rezoning case for
several reasons. 
Impact on our neighbors at the Rose Court Senior Living facility, which is an open
campus. Many of our neighbors there are in wheelchairs/disabled and enjoy going to
and from the facility. A 4-story, 60-unit, multifamily facility isn't conducive to their
safety, especially given the influx of new cars coming in and out of the 1-way
entrance/exit.
Rezoning from residential to multifamily is unnecessary given other existing
multifamily zoned development opportunities. Rezoning threatens the existing
neighborhood feel the impacted residents at Casa Tomas chose to live next to.
The size of the proposed development (4 stories) will negatively impact the 31 homes
within the Casa Tomas community. There are no other adjacent developments of this
size in any direction of our community. We have small outdoor spaces, and a building
of this magnitude would erode that privacy. 
The number of sex offenders/physical assaults within the immediate area are notably
higher compared to the Phoenix metro. Knowing the proposed development, Phoenix
Scholar House primarily serves single-parent females with one or more children, I can't
even fathom how this site is being considered for them. 
The traffic getting in and out of our community is already a notable safety concern.
Rezoning from the existing residential to multifamily will exacerbate this issue. 
Impact on The Phoenix Children's Hospital, Abrazo Heart Hospital, and other nearby
medical facilities. Having added traffic and a new 4-story building to navigate, given the
emergency helicopter transport, doesn't feel conducive to the existing occupants. There
are concerns about medical transport services being able to easily and quickly access
their facilities.
Can you please confirm that this email will be made part of the case file? 
Thank you, 
Cory Fetter

From:
Kimberly Gateb
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Rezoning case Z-90-22
Date:
Saturday, January 28, 2023 1:50:36 PM
 After meeting with the developer, I am not opposed to this project per se. I am opposed to a 4
story building on this site. 
I live directly across the street from where the building is, in a single story home. This entire
neighborhood is historic single story homes.  Even the R3 sites in this neighborhood are single
story.  This project as proposed will block the sun on our entire street. Not only does this
decrease our quality of life, it will prevent those of us that power our homes with solar from
being able to power our homes. The city has encouraged solar power and many of us have
opted for that, incurring significant expense to do so, and this will block our ability to use our
solar power. 
The height of this building will also add noise and light pollution to our otherwise quiet and
peaceful neighborhood. 
I urge you to keep this project to 2 stories. If the developer was to reverse the proposed
building design and put the building in a L shape where they have proposed parking and move
the parking to the center of the project, they wouldnt intrude on the existing homes. The
building would not block the sign and would not shed light on homes below at night. In
addition to that, they likely wouldn't need to move the sewer and existing road. (I have not
heard any proposal for the electrical lines behind the existing homes but I am assuming they
would need to be moved as well.)
Thank you, 
Kim Gateb
1908 E Pinchot Ave, Phoenix
714-483-2936

From:
Gary Basden
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Rezoning Case # Z-90-22
Date:
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 5:10:08 PM
I am a homeowner at 18th Street & Pinchot Ave. I am very concerned about the proposed
development just north of Thomas Rd, on 18th Place. The current very heavy traffic on
Thomas is already extremely congested at 18th Place & Thomas due to the location of the
Starbucks facility and the Phoenix Children’s Hospital entrance with its own traffic light
control which is just a short distance west of 18th Place. Many drivers dread that area of
Thomas and find it very inconvenient & perhaps accident prone. Now,  the rezoning may
contribute significant additional traffic entering & exiting 18th Place at the Starbucks location
which in itself already generates traffic interfering with flow on Thomas. My name is John
Gary Basden & I would appreciate a response acknowledging my concern about this rezoning
& proposed development.

P ennant S ervices   1675 E Riverside Dr., 200, E agle, Idaho 83616   T 208.401.1400    
 
ELIZABETH D. SONNICHSEN  
Associate General Counsel 
1675 E. Riverside Dr., Ste. 200 
Eagle, Idaho 83616 
O: (208) 401-1400 
F: (208) 576-6909 
Elizabeth.sonnichsen@pennantservices.com 
 
February 7, 2023 
VIA EMAIL ONLY  
Elias Valencia  
City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department  
200 West Washington Street  
2nd Floor 
Phoenix, Arizona 85003 
Elias.Valencia@phoenix.gov  
 
Re:   Application No. Z-90-22, Brinshore MultiFamily Project  
 
Mr. Valencia,  
 
 
I am legal counsel for Thomas Road Senior Housing, Inc. d/b/a Rose Court Assisted Living (“Rose 
Court”), located at 2935 North 18th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85016. Rose Court formally submits its objection 
to the proposed Rezoning of a +/- 1.61 acre site located approximately 550 feet north of Thomas Road on 
18th Place (the “Site”) from R1-6 Single Family District to R4-A Multifamily Residence-General. For the 
reasons, Rose Court requests that the Planning and Development Department denies the requested 
proposal.   
 
 
By way of background, Rose Court is a licensed senior living and memory care facility in Phoenix 
with a license for 92 beds. provides senior living and memory care in Phoenix. It is located in the cul-de-
sac off of 18th streets and Thomas Road (see below).

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P ennant S ervices   1675 E Riverside Dr., 200, E agle, Idaho 83616   T 208.401.1400    
 
 
Rose Court is home to residents of a certain vulnerable population, including the elderly and those with 
mental diagnoses which affect their ability to live alone. 
 
In late January, Rose Court became aware of the Application at issue. Upon conducting additional 
research, Rose Court was able to access The Site Plan (below). 
 
                       
 
 
Based on information collected since receiving the information related to the application, Rose Court 
submits the following objections.  
 
1. The applicants failed to properly notify Rose Court, its residents, and the property owner of the 
Rose Court property (CareTrust) of the proposal. Rose Court was made aware of the proposal by 
way of a nearby Neighborhood Association. Pursuant to The City of Phoenix’s Planning and 
Development Zoning Department, Jennifer Boblick, or someone related to Sender Associates, 
Chtd. was required – on or before 10 calendar days of a neighborhood meeting – to provide a First 
Rose Court

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P ennant S ervices   1675 E Riverside Dr., 200, E agle, Idaho 83616   T 208.401.1400    
Notification letter to Rose Court’s residents and property owner. It failed to do so. Instead, Rose 
Court’s leadership team and CareTrust were forced to find out about the neighborhood meeting 
through secondhand sources. Such second-hand notification falls short of the requirements set 
forth in the Rezoning and Special Permit Procedures outline.  
2. The applicants failed to timely provide Rose Court and CareTrust with the requisite Traffic and 
Parking Statement. Due to Rose Court’s vulnerable population of residents, it is highly susceptible 
to needing regular emergency transportation services. The proposed site would encroach not only 
on Rose Court’s entrances and exits for emergency vehicles but would also impact Rose Corut’s 
residents’ current access to the building. As a requirement of the re-zoning application, the 
applicants are required to provide a traffic study / traffic generation statement. The applicants have 
failed to provide such documentation. Further, Rose Court maintains that the traffic impact would 
be severe. The proposed re-zoning would have a total of 126 dwelling units. While the application 
states that it would “provide a substantial buffer between the proposed building and the adjacent 
residential development”, the applicants fail to provide support for its position that the “request is 
an appropriate transition from the commercial development and traffic on Thomas Road” as it fails 
to consider the impact to Rose Court’s residents and necessary emergency vehicles.  
3. The requested number of residents in the proposed residence will interfere with the normalization 
and community integration of the occupants of Rose Court. The applicants have failed to provide 
any support otherwise.   
4. Finally, Rose Court maintains that the proposed building is in violation of the distance 
requirements set forth by the Phoenix Planning and Development Department.  
 
Based on the above reasons, as well as any reasons not otherwise discussed herein but which may 
become relevant, Rose Court respectfully requests that the Planning and Development Committee issue a 
denial of Application No. Z-90-22, Brinshore Multi-Family Project. Should the Planning and 
Development Committee set a time and date for a hearing related to the project, please let me know.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Very truly yours,  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Elizabeth D. Sonnichsen 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Associate General Counsel   
 
CC: Marcus Taylor, Jennifer Cisneros

From:
Cheri Palomino
To:
Elias Valencia
Subject:
Case #Z-90-22
Date:
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 10:23:17 AM
Hello,
My name is Cheri Palomino and I am the President of the Casa Tomas homeowners
association. Our community is located directly adjacent and in between 18th Street and 18th
Place, North of Thomas Road. Our community received notification regarding a proposed
multi-family dwelling to be built at the end of the cul-de-sac on 18th place. 
As a representative of the 30 homeowners located in our community, I would like to submit
our disapproval of this project as it has been put forward to us. We had representatives from
our community attend the public meeting and have serious concerns regarding traffic and
safety if this proposed project should move forward. As you may be aware, a Starbucks was
built directly adjacent to our community on the corner of 18th Place and Thomas. We have
had two members of our community involved in fender benders while trying to exit our
community due to the traffic pulling in. This would be greatly exacerbated with the additional
number of tenants, and delivery drivers that would be accessing 18th Place. The light at
Phoenix Children's Hospital only allows a two car length left turn from 18th Place. To leave
our community, our homeowners must yield to traffic entering and exiting 18th place, the
Starbucks parking lot, the emergency entrance to Phoenix Children's Hospital, and 18th St. All
of these entrances are located within a couple hundred feet stretch of road. Due to this
congestion, we have noted several drivers jutting into traffic to try to access Thomas from any
one of these points. I would also like to note that due to our location to Abrazo, PCH,
Starbucks, and Rose Court Senior Center, there is a significant amount of pedestrian traffic
that would be contending with all these ingress and egress points.
While we appreciate what the project is trying to achieve, our community feels that the
placement of it will significantly impact the health and safety of not only our community but
surrounding communities. I hope you will consider disapproving this project. 
I sincerely thank you for your time and  consideration of our concerns. 
Sincerely,
Cheri Palomino 
President, Casa Tomas HOA
480-235-3750

From:
Kimberly Gateb
To:
Nick Klimek
Subject:
Rezoning Case Z-90-22-4
Date:
Thursday, February 23, 2023 4:25:57 PM
Attachments:
Encanto Village Character Plan.pdf
Nick, 
I have reviewed the rezoning request noted above. 
Please see the attached Encanto Village Character Plan, which encompasses this parcel. 
This proposed development is not consistent with Item 2 under Land Use Principles. It is not
consistent with the historic, one story single family homes that surround this property and will
destabilize land values. It is also not consistent with Item 5, as it is not congruent with the
village character, land use needs or transportation system capacity. The traffic would overload
the street and overwhelm the existing businesses and residents. It would be better located near
a rail station so it is consistent with Item 8.
Additionally, it appears that the developer has now entered into a purchase contract with the
adjacent landowner to this parcel, and will likely be filing for rezoning for that parcel as well.
If approved, the developer would be able to put a high rise, 252 unit low income housing
project in this location.The project is much bigger than they are making it appear in their
application. 
This project is not consistent with the Encanto Village Character Plan. Please take this into
consideration when considering this project. 
Thank you, 
Kim Gateb
714-483-2936

From:
PDD Long Range Planning
To:
Nick Klimek
Subject:
FW: Feedback For Case #Z-90-22
Date:
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 6:39:42 PM
 
 
Thank you,
 
Sarah Stockham
Planner III
City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department
200 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
Phone: 602-261-8701
sarah.stockham@phoenix.gov
 
From: Cory Williams <cory.williams@me.com> 
Sent: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 6:14 PM
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov>
Subject: Feedback For Case #Z-90-22
 
Re: Case #Z-90-22
My name is Cory Williams and I am a homeowner in the Casa Tomas community
located adjacent to the proposed Brinshore development project and within the
Avalon Neighborhood Association.  I am writing to ask that the rezoning for this
project be denied. I share the concerns of my neighborhood regarding:
●      The safety and traffic congestion that a multi-family dwelling will have on my
community. I currently have difficulty entering and exiting my neighborhood
due to the congestion of traffic entering and exiting the Phoenix Children's
Hospital (PCH) emergency entrance, Starbucks, 18th St., and Terros Health.
These entrances/exits are all located within feet of each other. In April of
2020, I was involved in a car accident in this area because of the added
Starbucks traffic congestion. We now have THE SAME issue as the Starbucks
on 7th St and Osborn. 
●      The proposed project is located in a cul-de-sac where there will be NO
through traffic. It will all have to enter and exit onto Thomas and only yards
from the light at PCH. The City cannot possibly allow more traffic to

exacerbate the congestion that now exists on that very small stretch of
Thomas.
●      Impact on our neighbors at the Rose Court Senior Living facility, which is an
open campus. Many of our neighbors there are in wheelchairs/disabled and
enjoy going to and from the facility. Rezoning these lots to multi-family isn't
conducive to their safety, especially given the influx of new cars coming in
and out of the 1-way entrance/exit.
●      Rezoning threatens the existing neighborhood environment impacted
residents at Casa Tomas chose to live next to. The communication we’ve
received seem deceitful and does not ethically convey that this project
could be changed at any time, as long as the zoning is approved. It seems
these communications are purposefully written to be unclear and not
explain the whole impact to the area.
●      The size of the proposed development (4 stories) will negatively impact the
31 homes within the Casa Tomas community. There are no other adjacent
developments of this size in any direction of our community. We have small
outdoor spaces, and a building of this magnitude would erode that privacy.
Additionally, the proposed building location will cast a shadow over the
community pool, impacting our ability to enjoy it throughout the day. 
 
Deny this proposed project for the safety of myself and others in my community.
Sincerely, Cory Williams 602-214-4721

From:
GLENNA Evans
To:
Elias Valencia
Cc:
cory.t.fetter@me.com
Subject:
Rezoning Case #Z-90-22
Date:
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 8:32:01 PM
My name is Glenna Evans and I live in Casa Tomas community next door to the proposed
Brinshore development project.  I am opposed to the rezoning for this project and ask that it
be denied. 
 
Over the last several years the traffic congestion in this area has increased horrendously with
the expansion of Phoenix Children's Hospital and the opening of Starbucks on the corner of
18th Pl and Thomas Rd.  The Hospital will soon be opening another very large building
directly across the street from the entrance to Casa Tomas contributing to more traffic in this
short section of E Thomas Rd.  It has become very difficult to exit and turn into Casa Tomas
CT. There are often accidents on Thomas in front of the entrance to Casa Tomas as well as
Starbucks.
 
Also a 4 story building behind my house and the other residents on the east side where I am
located would leave us with no privacy in our patio areas.
 
25 years ago when I moved here there was a problem with children living in that cul-de-sac
who would climb onto the roofs at Casa Tomas on the north end and run over them to the
south end.  It was horribly noisy and was damaging to our roofs.  I'm sure it would have put
us in a position of some sort of liability if they were to fall off the roofs on our property.  It
took several calls to Phx PD to end this problem.  I think this kind of multi-family housing in
this small area might create these type of problems again.
 
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
 
Glenna Evans
2923 N Casa Tomas CT.
Phoenix, Az 85016