Attachment B - Staff Report - Z-72-22-8.pdf

Staff Report Z-72-22-8 
(Elliot 202 PUD) 
March 20, 2023 
Laveen Village Planning Committee 
Meeting Date: 
March 20, 2023 
Planning Commission Hearing Date: 
April 13, 2023 
Request From: 
S-1 (Approved R1-6 PCD) (Ranch or Farm
Residence, Approved Single-Family
Residence District, Planned Community
District) (38.45 acres) and
S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD) (Ranch or Farm
Residence, Approved Multifamily
Residence District, Planned Community
District) (27.40 acres)  
Request To: 
PUD (Planned Unit Development) (65.85 
acres)  
Proposed Use: 
Planned Unit Development to allow 
commercial, commerce park, and 
multifamily residential 
Location: 
Southeast corner of 59th Avenue and Elliot 
Road 
Owner: 
Clyde David and Marsha Lou Smith 
Applicant: 
IDM Companies 
Representative: 
Jason Morris, Withey Morris, PLC 
Staff Recommendation: 
Approval, subject to stipulations  
General Plan Conformity 
General Plan Land Use Map Designation 
Current: Residential 3.5 to 5 dwelling 
units per acre (38.60 acres) and 
Residential 5 to 10 dwelling units per 
acre (27.25 acres)  
Pending (GPA-LV-4-22-8): Mixed Use 
(Commercial / Commerce/Business 
Park) (38.60 acres) and Residential 15+ 
dwelling units per acre (27.25 acre)  
ATTACHMENT B

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Street Map 
Classification 
59th Avenue  
Arterial  
33-foot east half street 
Elliot Road  
Collector   33 to 48-foot south half 
street 
Carver Road  
Minor 
Collector   15-foot north half street  
 
CONNECT PEOPLE AND PLACES CORE VALUE; CORE, CENTERS AND 
CORRIDORS; CODES PRINCIPLE: Encourage land uses that promote the growth 
of entrepreneurs or new businesses in Phoenix in appropriate locations. 
 
The proposed PUD will add employment opportunities and additional housing within 
the Laveen Village and in close proximity to the Loop 202.  
 
 
CONNECT PEOPLE AND PLACES CORE VALUE; OPPORTUNITY SITES; LAND 
USE PRINCIPLE: Support reasonable levels of increased intensity, respectful of 
local conditions and surrounding neighborhoods. 
 
The proposal will allow for commercial, office, commerce park, and other employment-
generating land uses in a location that is appropriate due to its proximity to the Loop 
202 Freeway. The proposed housing development will be adjacent to the existing 
residential uses to the east thus acting as an additional buffer to the commercial and 
commerce park uses located on the northwest portion of the 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 PUD Narrative incorporates enhanced landscaping and shade standards 
throughout the site that will help to provide shade for pedestrians and mitigate the 
urban heat island effect by covering hard surfaces thus cooling the micro-climate 
around the vicinity.

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Applicable Plans, Overlays and Initiatives 
Laveen Southwest Growth Study: Background Item No. 6. 
 
Housing Plan Phoenix: Background Item No. 7 
 
Complete Streets Guiding Principles: Background Item No. 8. 
 
Comprehensive Bicycle Master Plan: Background 9.  
 
Tree and Shade Master Plan: Background Item No. 10. 
 
Monarch Butterfly: Background Item No. 11.  
 
Zero Waste PHX: Background Item No. 12. 
 
Surrounding Land Uses/Zoning 
 
Land Use 
Zoning 
On Site 
Vacant land  
S-1 (Approved R1-6 PCD) and  
S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD)   
North (across Elliot 
Road)  
Vacant land, agriculture  
R-3 and C-1  
South (across Carver 
Road)  
Vacant land    
S-1 (Approved R1-8 PCD)  
East   
Single-family residential  
R1-8 and S-1 (Approved R1-6 
PCD)  
West (across 59th 
Avenue)  
Farm or Ranch Residence 
and freeway   
S-1 (Approved C-2 PCD) and 
S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD)  
West (across Loop 
202)  
Vacant land  
Gila River Indian Reservation 
jurisdiction  
 
Background/Issues/Analysis 
SUBJECT SITE 
1. 
This request is to rezone approximately 65.85 acres located at the southeast 
corner of 59th Avenue and Elliot Road from S-1 (Approved R1-6 PCD) (Ranch or 
Farm Residence, Approved Single-Family Residence District, Planned 
Community District) and S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD) (Ranch or Farm Residence, 
Approved Multifamily Residence District, Planned Community District) to PUD 
(Planned Unit Development) to allow commercial, commerce park, and 
multifamily residential development. The subject site is currently used for 
agriculture.

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SURROUNDING LAND USES AND ZONING 
2. 
The proposed PUD will support 
new commercial, commerce park, 
and residential uses, within close 
proximity to the Loop 202 Freeway 
and along an arterial street (59th 
Avenue). The property to the north, 
across Elliot Road, is currently 
agricultural land zoned R-3 and  
C-1 and allows similar uses 
proposed in the Development 
Narrative of this case. To the east 
is a single-family residential 
subdivision zoned R1-8 (Single-
Family Residence District) and S-1 
(Approved R1-6 PCD) (Ranch or 
Farm Residence, Approved Single-
Family Residence District, Planned 
Community District). Furthermore, 
to the south, across Carver Road, 
is vacant land zoned S-1 (Ranch or 
Farm Residence). A ranch 
residence is located to the west,  
 
Existing Zoning Aerial Map  
Source: Planning and Development Depatment  
 
across 59th Avenue zoned S-1 (Approved C-2 PCD) (Ranch or Farm Residence, 
Approved Intermediate Commercial, Planned Community District). The freeway 
right-of-way is also located to the west and is zoned S-1 (Approved C-2 PCD and 
R-2 PCD). Beyond the freeway is vacant land within the Gila River Indian 
Reservation.  
 
 
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP DESIGNATION 
3. 
The subject site has two General Plan Land Use Map designations. The north 
portion of the site is designated Residential 3.5 to 5 dwelling units per acre. The 
south portion of the subject site is designated Residential 5 to 10 dwelling units 
per acre. To the east, the designation is Residential 3.5 to 5 dwelling units per 
acre. To the north of the site, the designation is Residential 3.5 to 5 dwelling 
units per acre and Commercial. To the west, the designation is Residential 5 to 
10 dwelling units per acre and Commercial. To the south of the site, the 
designation is Residential 3.5 to 5 dwelling units per acre.  
 
A concurrent minor General Plan Land Use Map amendment case, GPA-LV-4-
22-8, is proposed to change the land use map designation to Mixed Use 
(Commercial / Commerce/Business Park) for the north portion and Residential 
15+ dwelling units per acre for the south portion. The requested PUD zoning is 
consistent with the proposed General Plan Land Use Map designations.

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General Plan Land Use Map  
Source: City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department 
 
 
 
 
PROPOSAL 
4. 
The proposal was developed utilizing the PUD zoning district. The Planned Unit 
Development (PUD) is intended to create a built environment that is superior to 
that produced by conventional zoning districts and design guidelines. Using a 
collaborative and comprehensive approach, an applicant authors and proposes 
standards and guidelines that are tailored to the context of a site on a case by 
case basis. Where the PUD Development Narrative is silent on a requirement, 
the applicable Zoning Ordinance provisions will be applied. 
 
 
5.  
Below is a summary of the proposed standards for the subject site as described 
in the attached PUD Development Narrative date stamped March 9, 2023. The 
proposed standards were designed to allow commercial, commerce park, and 
multifamily residential uses that offer the flexibility to develop uses that would 
generate employment and housing within the Laveen Village.

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Conceptual Development Plan  
 
This PUD proposes three development units (DU) as shown in the figure below. 
DU 1 is the commercial/commerce park portion of the development proposed at 
the immediate intersection of 59th Avenue and Elliot Road. DU 2 is multifamily 
residential development proposed on the south portion of the site and DU 3 is 
lower intensity multifamily residential development proposed on the north portion 
of the site and between DUs 1 and 3. 
 
Development Units  
Source: Eliott 202 PUD Narrative

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Development Unit 1 proposes two large 
buildings oriented north to south. The loading 
and unloading docks would be located centrally 
between the two buildings. As a result, the 
loading docks would have limited visibility along 
the adjacent roads. Enhanced landscaping is 
proposed on all four sides of the proposed 
development to further limit the visibility of the 
loading docks. Commercial development is 
proposed and oriented towards Elliot Road. 
Development Unit 1 will have access to both 
adjacent public streets for customers and 
employees.  
 
Development Unit 2 proposes multifamily uses 
with a range of three- and four-story buildings. 
The proposed three-story buildings would be 
located to the east, adjacent to the single-family 
residential subdivision. This will act as a buffer 
between the single-family residential uses and 
four story multifamily residential uses. 
 
Unit 1 Site Configuration  
 Source: Deutsch Architect Group 
 
 
Finally, Development Unit 3 proposes single-story multifamily uses that would 
wrap around Development Unit 1. The proposed multifamily use will consist of 
single-story buildings that are designed as single-family homes. The proposed 
single-story multifamily use will act as a buffer between the existing single-family 
subdivision to the east and the commercial, retail, office, and commerce park 
uses located on Development Unit 1.  
 
Staff recommends Stipulation Nos. 1.a., 1.g. 1.h., 1.k.,1.l., and 1.o. to further 
clarify the development standards within the proposed PUD including section 
labeling, building setbacks, and separation standards.  
 
 
 
List of Uses  
The Development Narrative proposes several permitted uses including those 
listed in the C-2 (Intermediate Commercial) and CP/GCP (Commerce 
Park/General Commerce Park) zoning districts in Development Unit 1.  
 
The Development Narrative also proposes restricting certain uses that are 
inconsistent with the vision for the site such as marijuana dispensary, tobacco-
oriented retailer, motels, and hotels.  
 
Development Unit 2 and 3 are limited to multifamily residential use.  
 
Staff recommends Stipulations Nos. 1.b. through 1.d. to reinforce the types of 
uses that are permitted within the PUD, update performance criteria and update 
the language for clarity.

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Development Standards  
The PUD development narrative proposes development standards based on the 
R-3A and CP/GCP zoning districts. However, some standards vary from the R-
3A and CP/GCP standards in relation to building height and setbacks.  
 
Development Standard  
Unit 1  
Unit 2  
Unit 3  
Maximum Density/Units  
0 
484 
11 dwelling 
units per gross 
acre  
Minimum Building 
Setbacks  
 
 
 
North  
South  
East 
West  
30 feet 
30 feet  
50 feet  
30 feet  
25 feet  
20 feet  
30 feet  
20 feet  
30 feet  
25 feet  
25 feet  
20 to 25 feet  
 
Shade structures for parking can encroach 5 feet 
into the building setback  
Minimum Landscape 
Setbacks  
 
 
 
North  
South  
East 
West  
30 feet  
10 feet  
35 feet  
30 feet  
25 feet  
20 feet  
20 feet  
20 feet  
10 to 30 feet  
5 feet  
25 feet  
20 to 25 feet  
Maximum Building 
Height  
35 feet  
3 stories / 40 
feet  
1 story / 20 feet  
Maximum Lot Coverage  
50%  
50%  
50%  
Open Space & Amenity 
Standards  
5% of net 
area   
15% of gross 
area  
10% of gross 
area  
 
The proposed lot coverage of 50% is consistent with the standards in CP/GCP 
zoning district. The proposed building and landscape setbacks exceed the 
standards in the CP/GCP zoning district. The proposed open space for 
Development Unit 2 and 3 exceed the standards in the R-3A zoning district. 
Stipulations are recommended to limit the overall number of units for the site to 
700. This is addressed in Stipulation Nos. 1.g and 1.k.  
 
 
 
Landscape Standards  
The PUD proposes enhanced landscape setbacks along all street frontages, 
especially along Elliot Road and 59th Avenue. These areas will incorporate a 
mixture of two-inch, three-inch, and four-inch caliper trees. The landscaping will 
provide for a pedestrian-friendly environment with 75 percent shade on all public 
sidewalks, exceeding the minimum requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. In 
addition to the trees, the developer shall install a minimum of five, five-gallon 
drought-tolerant shrubs per tree.

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Parking Standards  
The PUD proposes to comply with the Zoning Ordinance minimum parking 
standards per Section 702 for Development Unit 1 and required 1.75 spaces per 
unit for Development Units 2 and 3. The PUD would also require bicycle parking 
to be provided at a rate of 0.25 bicycle spaces per residential unit with a 
maximum of 50 spaces for Development Units 2 and 3. Development Unit 1 
would also require one space per 50 vehicular parking spaces for up to 10 
spaces per building. The PUD Development Narrative also includes a 
requirement for a minimum of 20 EV charging stations throughout the entire site. 
Staff recommends the addition of Stipulation Nos. 1.e., 1.j., and 1.n. to further 
reinforce the EV parking standards within the PUD.  
 
 
  
Design Guidelines   
The Development Narrative includes design standards that enhance the frontage 
of the proposed buildings. All building facades facing a public street will have 
enhanced architectural features such as three building materials and/or colors 
and shall contain building offsets and recesses. Furthermore, a minimum of two 
historically appropriate building materials such as river run stone, field stone, 
common brick, and brick veneer shall be incorporated into the facades, screen 
walls, and other site features. The design guidelines section also includes 
requirements for walls/fences, landscaping, and site design.  
 
 
 
Fences/Walls  
All fences and walls will adhere to the Zoning Ordinance requirements per 
Section 703. An eight-foot screen wall is required between Development Unit 1 
and 3. View fencing is required for the multifamily developments along public 
streets. The proposed PUD will also require wrought iron, tubular steel, or a 
similar material when security fences are located 75 feet from a public street. 
The fence requirements are comparable to the Zoning Ordinance standards with 
some minor enhancements.  
 
 
  
Shade  
The Development Narrative requires a minimum of 75 percent shade cover be 
provided over public sidewalks. The required shade standards along public 
sidewalks exceed the Zoning Ordinance requirements.  
 
 
 
Signage 
The PUD Narrative includes allowance for off-premise signs in conformance with 
Section 705 and 705.2 of the Phoenix Zoning Ordinance. Section 705.2 permits 
for installation of off-premise signs along the State Route (Loop) 202 Ed Pastor 
Freeway between Interstate 10 and up to 2,000 feet from the boundary of the 
South Mountain Preserve.  
 
The Zoning Ordinance only permits off-premise signs to be on property zoned A-
1 Light Industrial, A-2 Industrial District, or PUD. The subject site meets the 
locational criterial and if approved, the PUD would be permitted district for the 
off-premise signs to be installed.

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Sustainability  
The Development Narrative proposes several options to incorporate 
sustainability principals. Below is a highlight of some of the provisions:   
 
• No less than 20 electric charging stations shall be provided throughout the 
PUD;  
 
• Enhanced landscape buffers along the site’s arterial frontages; and  
 
• Minimum shade requirements for sidewalks, pedestrian paths, parking lots 
and open space.  
 
Staff recommends the addition of Stipulation No. 1.p. to move recycling 
standards to the Developer Goal section.

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AREA PLANS, OVERLAY DISTRICT, AND INITIATIVES  
 
 
6.  
Laveen Southwest Growth Study 
The site is located within the boundaries of the 
Laveen Southwest Growth Study, which was 
developed in 1997 to analyze the existing 
conditions of the Laveen Village and provide a 
land use and design planning framework to 
help shale the growth that Laveen was starting 
to experience, while accounting for newly 
annexed farmland as well as the future 
development of the South Mountain Freeway 
Loop, which has since been completed. This 
plan designates the project site Conservation 
Community. Although not consistent with the 
designation, recent land use trends in the area, 
including the development of the Loop 202 
Freeway, point to a land use mix that is 
primarily employment and housing focused. 
This development would be consistent with this 
trend.   
Laveen Southwest Growth Study Land 
Use Map 
Source: Planning and Development 
Department 
 
 
 
The Laveen Southwest Growth Study also outlines specific design policies and 
standards for various types of development that will enhance Laveen’s built 
environment wile remaining respectful of its agricultural heritage. The study 
encourages all new development to use durable, high quality building materials 
and to provide enhanced building design that will contribute to the character of 
the area. The proposed Development Narrative will require a variety of building 
materials on future buildings within this site and also proposes retail and 
commercial uses along Elliot Road.  
 
 
7.  
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 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 to a variety housing types that will

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address the supply shortage at a more rapid pace while using underutilized land 
in a more sustainable fashion. 
 
 
8.  
Complete Streets Guiding Principles 
In 2014, the Phoenix City Council adopted the Complete Streets Guiding 
Principles. The principles are intended to promote improvements that provide an 
accessible, safe, and connected transportation system to include all modes, 
such as bicycles, pedestrians, transit, and vehicles. Detached sidewalks will be 
provided along street frontages to promote a safe pedestrian atmosphere. The 
Development Narrative requires that pedestrian pathways will visually contrast 
the drive aisles.  
 
 
9. 
Comprehensive Bicycle Master Plan  
The City of Phoenix adopted the Comprehensive Bicycle Master Plan in 2014 to 
guide the development of its bikeway system and supportive infrastructure. The 
Comprehensive Bicycle Master Plan supports options for both short- and long-
term bicycle parking as a means of promoting bicyclist traffic to a variety of 
Destinations. The Development Narrative requires bicycle parking of all 
Development Units.   
 
 
10.  Tree and Shade Master Plan 
The Tree and Shade Master Plan has a goal of treating the urban forest as 
infrastructure to ensure that trees are an integral part of the city’s planning and 
development process. In addition, a vision in the master plan is to raise 
awareness by leading by example. The Development Narrative requires a 
minimum of 75 percent shade on all adjacent public sidewalks, in addition to 
larger tree sizes. These standards exceeds the minimum Zoning Ordinance 
requirements and will ensure a comfortable pedestrian experience.  
 
 
11. Monarch Butterfly 
In April 2021, Mayor Kate Gallego signed the National Wildlife Federation's 
Mayor's Monarch Pledge. This pledge commits the city to take action to support 
the monarch butterfly population. In the United States, loss of milkweed habitat is 
a major factor in the decline of the monarchs. Arizona has at least 29 species of 
milkweed native to the state. Adult monarchs feed on the nectar of many flowers, 
but they breed only where milkweeds are found. To support the monarch 
butterfly population, the PUD narrative addresses the planting of milkweed 
shrubs, or other native nectar plant species, on the subject site. 
 
 
12.  Zero Waste PHX 
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 PUD narrative promotes trash and recycling 
receptacles on site.

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COMMUNITY INPUT SUMMARY  
13.  As of the writing of this report, staff has received 12 letters of opposition to this 
rezoning application. The stated concerns are the loss of scenic views, traffic 
congestion, light pollution, high-density housing, and proposed height for off-
premise signage.   
 
 
 
INTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMENTS  
14.  The Fire Department indicated there are no problems anticipated with the case 
and that the site and/or buildings shall comply with the International Fire Code 
with Phoenix Amendments. Further, the Department commented that water main 
extensions would be necessary for the subject site.   
 
 
15.  The Street Transportation Department has indicated that the developer will be 
required to underground existing electrical utility within the public right-of-way as 
well as all irrigation facilities, and requires that all street improvement be made to 
City and ADA standards. Furthermore, the Street Transportation Department is 
requiring that the developer follow the Tierra Montana Master Street Plan and 
submit a Traffic Impact Study for the proposed development. This is addressed 
in Stipulation Nos. 2 through 9.   
 
 
16.  The Parks and Recreation Department has reviewed the proposed development 
and has requested the following: Dedication of a 30-foot-wide multi-use trail 
easement (MUTE) with a 10 foot-wide multi-use trail (MUT) built along the south 
side of Olney Avenue; and a 20-foot-wide shared-use pathway easement 
(SUPE) with a 10-foot-wide shared-use-pathway (SUP) built along the east side 
of 59th Avenue. These are addressed in Stipulation No. 10 and 11. Staff 
recommends the addition of Stipulation Nos. 1.f., 1.i. and 1.m. to clarify the 
dimensions of the shared-used path and the shared-use path easement within 
the narrative.  
 
 
17. The City of Phoenix Aviation Department has indicated that due to the proximity 
of the Goodyear Airport and potential for noise from airport related activity, a 
stipulation is recommended to require documents to disclose the existence and 
operational characteristics of the Phoenix Goodyear Airport to future owners or 
tenants of the property. This is addressed in Stipulation No. 12. 
 
 
 
OTHER  
18. The site has not been identified as being archeologically sensitive. However, 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 
No. 13.  
 
 
19. 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

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require the form be completed and submitted prior to preliminary site plan 
approval. This is addressed in Stipulation No. 14. 
 
 
20.  Development and use of the site is subject to all applicable codes and 
ordinances. Zoning approval does not negate other ordinance requirements such 
as obtaining a use permit to conduct the proposed outdoor use in this zoning 
district. Other formal actions such as, but not limited to, zoning adjustments and 
abandonments, may be required. 
 
 
 
Findings  
 
 
1.  
The proposed development is compatible with the existing land use pattern in 
the area and is consistent with the proposed General Plan Land Use Map 
designation of Mixed Use (Commercial/ Commerce/Business Park) and 
Residential 15+ dwelling units per acre.  
 
 
2.  
The proposed development contains enhanced standards that will result in a 
more walkable, shaded and pedestrian-friendly environment. The development 
will provide increased shade which will help to reduce the urban heat island 
effect. 
 
 
3.  
The proposal will provide additional employment options, commercial services, 
and housing opportunities within the Loop 202 Freeway corridor.   
 
Stipulations 
 
1. 
An updated Development Narrative for the Elliot 202 PUD reflecting the changes 
approved through this request shall be submitted to the Planning Department 
within 30 days of City Council approval of this request. The updated 
Development Narrative shall be consistent with Development Narrative date 
stamped March 9, 2023, as modified by the following stipulations. 
 
 
 
a.  
Front Cover, add “City Council adopted: [Insert Adoption date]” 
 
 
 
 
b.  
Page 7, Section C. List of Uses, Development Unit 1, Prohibited Uses: 
Remove “Publicly operated buildings or properties” from this list. 
 
 
 
 
c. 
Page 7, Section C. List of Uses, Development Unit 1, Prohibited Uses: 
Add “Multifamily residential.”   
 
 
 
 
d.  
Page 7, Section C. List of Uses, Development Unit 1, Performance 
Criteria for Distribution Uses, modify this section as follows:  
 
 
 
 
 
No distribution and large-scale wholesale facilities are permitted as a 
primary use for a time period of 4 years from the date of rezoning 
approval.   
 
 
 
 
 
          * For the purposes of this PUD, “large-scale wholesale” is defined

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            as wholesale as a primary use for an individual user occupying  
            more than 50% of any individual building.  
 
 
 
 
e. 
Page 9, Development Standards – Development Unit 1, Parking 
Standards, add an Electric Vehicle Parking standards section with the 
following: Minimum Percentage of installed Level 2 EV Charging Stations. 
2% of Required Parking. A minimum of 20 electric vehicle charging 
spaces shall be required for the overall development (DUs 1, 2, and 3).  
 
 
 
 
f.  
Page 9, Development Standards – Development Unit 1, Sidewalk and 
Trails, modify the SUP standards as follows:  
 
 
 
 
 
A 10-foot wide detached concrete Shared Use Path (SUP) shall be 
provided along the west property line within a 20-foot wide Shared Use 
Path Easement (SUPE) or sidewalk easement to be dedicated to the city.  
 
 
 
 
g.  
Page 13, Development Standards – Development Unit 2, Maximum 
Density, Add the following:  
 
 
 
 
 
Maximum 700 units for the overall PUD area  
 
 
 
 
h.  
Page 13, Development and Landscape Standards for Development Unit 
2: Add the header “Development Standards – Development Unit 2” before 
development standards table.  
 
 
 
 
i.  
Page 13, Development Standards – Development Unit 2, Sidewalk and 
Trails, modify the SUP standards as follows:   
 
 
 
 
 
A 10-foot wide detached concrete Shared Use Path (SUP) shall be 
provided along the west property line within a 20-foot wide Shared Use 
Path Easement (SUPE) or sidewalk easement to be dedicated to the city. 
 
 
 
 
j.  
Page 14, Development Standards – Development Unit 2, Parking 
Standards, add an Electric Vehicle Parking standards section with the 
following: Minimum Percentage of installed Level 2 EV Charging Stations: 
2% of Required Parking. Minimum Percentage of EV Capable spaces: 
5%. A minimum of 20 electric vehicle charging spaces shall be required 
for the overall development (DUs 1, 2, and 3).  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
k. 
Page 16, Development Standards – Development Unit 3, Maximum 
Density, Add the following:  
 
 
 
 
 
Maximum 700 units for the overall PUD area.  
 
 
 
 
l. 
Page 16, Development and Landscape Standards for Development Unit 
3: Add the header “Development Standards – Development Unit 3” before 
the development standards table.

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m. 
Page 17, Development Standards – Development Unit 3, Sidewalk and 
Trails, modify the SUP standards as follows:  
 
 
 
 
 
A 10-foot wide detached concrete Shared Use Path (SUP) shall be 
provided along the west property line within a 20-foot wide Shared Use 
Path Easement (SUPE) or sidewalk easement to be dedicated to the city. 
 
 
 
 
n. 
Page 17, Development Standards – Development Unit 3, Parking 
Standards, add an Electric Vehicle Parking standards section with the 
following: Minimum Percentage of installed Level 2 EV Charging Stations: 
2% of Required Parking. Minimum Percentage of EV Capable spaces: 
5%. A minimum of 20 electric vehicle charging spaces shall be required 
for the overall development (DUs 1, 2, and 3). 
 
 
 
 
o. 
Page 16, Development Standards – Development Unit 3, Building 
Setbacks, modify the South (Adjacent to Unit 2) to 15 feet.  
 
 
 
 
p. 
Page 26, Section G. Sustainability, 1. City Enforced Standards, move the 
third bullet point related to recycling to the Developer Goal section.  
 
 
 
2.  
Page 27, Circulation Systems: Remove “future development to dedicate and 
construct all typical half street right-of way and roadways necessary to serve the 
development”. 
 
 
3.  
The developer shall dedicate right-of-way and construct the south side of Elliot 
Road from 55th Avenue to the 202 Freeway, as required by the Tierra Montana 
Master Street Plan and as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department. 
 
 
4.  
The developer shall dedicate right-of-way and fully construct 59th Avenue, as 
required by the Tierra Montana Master Street Plan and as approved by the 
Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
5.  
The developer shall dedicate right-of-way and fully construct Carver Road, as 
required by the Tierra Montana Master Street Plan and as approved by the 
Planning and Development Department. 
 
 
6.  
The developer shall submit a Traffic Impact Study including a signal warrant 
analysis for this development at the intersection of 59th Avenue and Elliot Road. 
No preliminary approval of plans shall be granted until the study has been 
reviewed and approved by the city. The developer shall be responsible for cost 
and construction of traffic signal or If traffic signal is not warranted upon opening, 
the developer will be required to provide 50% contribution toward the traffic 
signal in an escrow account to the Street Transportation Department, as required 
by the approved traffic impact study.   
 
 
7.  
The developer shall submit a sight distance analysis for all driveways located

Staff Report: Z-72-22-8 
March 20, 2023 
Page 17 of 18 
 
along 59th Avenue. Sight distance must comply with the Street AASHTO 
requirements and Transportation Departments Planning and Design Manual and 
as approved by the Street Transportation Department. 
 
 
8.  
Existing irrigation facilities along 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.   
 
 
9.  
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. 
 
 
10.  A 30-foot-wide multi-use trail easement (MUTE) shall be dedicated along Carver 
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.  
 
 
11.  A 20-foot-wide shared-use path easement (SUPE) shall be dedicated along the 
east side of 59th Avenue and a minimum 10-foot-wide shared used path (SUP) 
shall be constructed within the easement in accordance with the MAG 
supplement detail and as approved by the Planning and Development 
Department.   
 
 
12. The property owner shall record documents that disclose the existence, and 
operational characteristics of Goodyear 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. 
 
 
13.  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 
 
 
14.  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. 
 
Writer 
Nayeli Sanchez Luna 
March 20, 2023 
 
Team Leader 
Racelle Escolar

Staff Report: Z-72-22-8 
March 20, 2023 
Page 18 of 18 
 
Exhibits  
Sketch Map 
Aerial Map 
Elliot 202 PUD Narrative date stamped March 9, 2023 
Correspondence (20 pages)

ANX 312
Z-170-04
ANX 271
ANX 314
Z-14-19
Z-100-02
Z-14-19
Z-SP-3-22
ANX 312
Z-100-02
Z-170-04
Z-170-04
Z-22-21
Z-170-04
ANX 312
Z-22-22
Z-170-04
Z-49-17
ANX 312
Z-46-18
ANX 271
ANX 312
*
*
GILA
INDIAN
RESERVATION
*
*
*
RIVER
*
*
S-1
S-1
C-1
S-1
S-1
S-1
S-1
S-1
C-2
R1-8
R-3
R1-8
C-2 SP
R-3
C-2/CP-GCP
Z-79-01
C-2/CP-GCP
Z-79-01
R1-6 PCD*
Z-109-05
R1-8 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-8 PCD *
Z-109-05
R-2 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-10 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-6 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-6 PCD *
Z-109-05
S-1*
Z-46-18
C-2 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-6
PCD *
Z-109-05
ELLIOT RD
LA GRANGE DR
HARDTACK TRL
55TH DR
CARVER RD
WALATOWA ST
RAINWATER DR
56TH AVE
56TH LN
JACKALOPE LN
55TH LN
54TH LN
ALTA MESA AVE
59TH AVE
55TH AVE
CHUCK BOX RD
v
w
202
75TH AVE
67TH AVE
59TH AVE
51ST AVE
43RD AVE
35TH AVE
27TH AVE
BROADWAY RD
BASELINE RD
SOUTHERN AVE
DOBBINS RD
ELLIOT RD
ESTRELLA DR
LAVEEN VILLAGE
CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8
I
APPLICANT'S NAME:
APPLICATION NO.
Z-72-22
GROSS AREA INCLUDING 1/2 STREET
AND ALLEY DEDICATION IS APPROX.
65.85 Acres
MULTIPLES PERMITTED
*   Maximum Units Allowed with P.R.D. Bonus
S-1 (Approved R1-6 PCD)
S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD) 
PUD
CONVENTIONAL OPTION
38 ( 204), 27 (274)
460
*   UNITS P.R.D. OPTION
N/A ( 250), N/A ( 329)
N/A
IDM Companies
DATE:
10/27/2022
REVISION DATES:
AERIAL PHOTO &
QUARTER SEC. NO.
QS 05-15
ZONING MAP
C-5
REQUESTED CHANGE:
FROM: S-1 (Approved R1-6 PCD) ( 38.45 a.c.)
S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD) ( 27.40 a.c.)
TO: PUD ( 65.85 a.c.)
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ANX 312
Z-170-04
ANX 271
ANX 314
Z-14-19
Z-100-02
Z-14-19
Z-SP-3-22
ANX 312
Z-100-02
Z-170-04
Z-170-04
Z-22-21
Z-170-04
ANX 312
Z-22-22
Z-170-04
Z-49-17
ANX 312
Z-46-18
ANX 271
ANX 312
*
*
GILA
INDIAN
RESERVATION
*
*
*
RIVER
*
*
S-1
S-1
C-1
S-1
S-1
S-1
S-1
S-1
C-2
R1-8
R-3
R1-8
C-2 SP
R-3
C-2/CP-GCP
Z-79-01
C-2/CP-GCP
Z-79-01
R1-6 PCD*
Z-109-05
R1-8 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-8 PCD *
Z-109-05
R-2 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-10 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-6 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-6 PCD *
Z-109-05
S-1*
Z-46-18
C-2 PCD *
Z-109-05
R1-6
PCD *
Z-109-05
ELLIOT RD
LA GRANGE DR
HARDTACK TRL
55TH DR
CARVER RD
WALATOWA ST
RAINWATER DR
56TH AVE
56TH LN
JACKALOPE LN
55TH LN
54TH LN
ALTA MESA AVE
59TH AVE
55TH AVE
CHUCK BOX RD
v
w
202
Maricopa County Assessor's Office
75TH AVE
67TH AVE
59TH AVE
51ST AVE
43RD AVE
35TH AVE
27TH AVE
BROADWAY RD
BASELINE RD
SOUTHERN AVE
DOBBINS RD
ELLIOT RD
ESTRELLA DR
LAVEEN VILLAGE
CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8
I
APPLICANT'S NAME:
APPLICATION NO.
Z-72-22
GROSS AREA INCLUDING 1/2 STREET
AND ALLEY DEDICATION IS APPROX.
65.85 Acres
MULTIPLES PERMITTED
*   Maximum Units Allowed with P.R.D. Bonus
S-1 (Approved R1-6 PCD)
S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD) 
PUD
CONVENTIONAL OPTION
38 ( 204), 27 (274)
460
*   UNITS P.R.D. OPTION
N/A ( 250), N/A ( 329)
N/A
IDM Companies
DATE:
10/27/2022
REVISION DATES:
AERIAL PHOTO &
QUARTER SEC. NO.
QS 05-15
ZONING MAP
C-5
REQUESTED CHANGE:
FROM: S-1 (Approved R1-6 PCD) ( 38.45 a.c.)
S-1 (Approved R-2 PCD) ( 27.40 a.c.)
TO: PUD ( 65.85 a.c.)
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From:
Rohit Singh
To:
stephanie@witheymorris.com; Enrique A Bojorquez-Gaxiola
Subject:
Feedback regarding IDM"s plans for 51ST & ELLIOTT / 59TH & ELLIOTT IN TIERRA MONTANA
Date:
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 7:26:42 PM
Hi,
I was at the neighborhood meeting for 51ST & ELLIOTT / 59TH & ELLIOTT in Tierra
Montana where I met representatives from IDM and learned about there plans for - 
(i) Southwest Corner of 63RD AVE & DOBBINS (“Site 1”);
(ii) Southeast Corner of 59TH AVE & ELLIOT (“Site 2”); and
(iii) Southwest Corner of 51ST AVE & ELLIOT (“Site 3”).
I wish to raise concerns about the high density, multifamily development and
commercial/warehouse development that is proposed for Site 2 - Southeast Corner of 59TH
AVE & ELLIOT.
Commercial retail would be great on this site but a warehouse with bays for semi trucks does
not sound like a good plan for this project. There are single family homes around this area as
well as a school so having commercial warehouse just a block away is not the best choice. It
does not fit into how this area is getting developed as a quiet neighborhood for families with a
school nearby.
Also, having multi family homes in this neighborhood will lead to congestion and does not fit
with the character of the neighborhood.
I would suggest changing this to commercial retail and single family home or single family
rentals like at site 3. Commercial retail is much needed in this area as we have to go all the
way to Ahwatukee for restaurants, kids activity and stores like Hobby Lobby, Gymnastic
classes, Aqua tot/ swim lessons etc.
Please register these as my feedback for the proposed development by IDM for site 2.
Thanks,
Rohit Singh
Taylor Morrison - Tierra Montana Community

From:
PDD Long Range Planning
To:
Nayeli Sanchez Luna; Enrique A Bojorquez-Gaxiola
Subject:
FW: concerns about the new 202 & Dobbins proposal
Date:
Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:04:26 PM
Attachments:
Elliott and 202.pdf
 
 
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: Patrick Nasser-Taylor <patrick.bryan.taylor@gmail.com> 
Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2022 6:44 PM
To: PDD Laveen VPC <laveenvpc@phoenix.gov>; PDD Long Range Planning
<pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov>
Subject: concerns about the new 202 & Dobbins proposal
 
Good evening,
 
I attended the meeting on Monday and I have a few concerns that I am not sure were addressed,
although, I did have to leave early.
 
It was mentioned that the new development would add an apartment complex along with the
shopping/commercial use. However, the presenter failed to mention other projects that are also in
the works (see attached files and link) that will significantly add to the density and traffic of this small
community here in Laveen.
 
The following are the proposals that I know of that are being planned. I am sure that there are more,
but this is the list I know of so far.
 
1. The Gila Foothills PUD proposal will convert 24 acres of commercial land into 270 acres of
commercial land with use ranging from commercial, to residential, to resort/resort residential.
Looking at their proposal, it looks like there will be 29.5 acres of high density residential and 31.8
acres of resort residential. I have a feeling that I am missing some residential uses in this plan as I
believe that they stated that some of the commercial acreage would be mixed use between business
and apartments. I am unaware of the total increase in residential units for this plan.
https://www.gilafoothillspud.com/ [gilafoothillspud.com]
 
2. The LIV South Mountain proposal (see attached) would add 336 units of apartment space directly
south of the proposal that was discussed on Monday. This will have two very large apartment

complexes directly adjacent to each other.
 
3. The Elliott 202 PUD proposal (see attached) will add 456 apartment units and a 36 foot tall
warehouse in what is now a cornfield and directly behind my home. It will completely obstruct the
gorgeous view of the Estrella's that everyone in our community and the surrounding communities
currently enjoy. 
 
4. The Dobbins 202 PUD proposal (see attached) will add a massive warehouse complex.
 
5. Finally, the 51st and Elliott proposal (see attached), will add 121 rental homes in a very dense
piece of land, surrounded by new communities that currently have more spacious properties on
them.
 
Items 3, 4 and 5 are all being planned by the same developer. They intend to get all three proposals
on the same agenda to submit together.
 
I am concerned mainly because I am not entirely sure whether all of these additional proposed sites
are being considered and scrutinized between each other. This will add a significant population
growth to the area and not all of them align with the current use of the surrounding neighborhoods.
 
I hope these can all be looked at and addressed.
 
Thank you,
Patrick Nasser-Taylor
 
 Dobbins 202.pdf [drive.google.com]
 
 51 and Elliott.pdf [drive.google.com]

From:
Enrique A Bojorquez-Gaxiola
To:
Enrique A Bojorquez-Gaxiola
Subject:
RE: Items 9 and 10, GPA-LV-4-22-8 (Companion Case Z-72-22-8)
Date:
Monday, March 13, 2023 2:46:33 PM
 
From: Tracy Smith <tracyb19@aim.com> 
Sent: Friday, February 10, 2023 1:44 PM
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov>
Subject: Items 9 and 10, GPA-LV-4-22-8 (Companion Case Z-72-22-8)
 
Hello,
 
I am a resident of Tierra Montana. I am writing today with concerns over the plans for the area near
59th avenue south of Elliot and north of Carver. With apartments being requested for 51st avenue
and baseline (item 6 -  Z-75-22-8). It doesn't make sense to have an even larger, nearly triple in size
apartment complex along with casita style rental homes just north of it. There is no public
transportation south of Dobbins, are there plans to extend public transportation? The amount of
traffic that will be forced through these residential areas will be extremely excessive there is a school
at 51st and Carver with a round about directing the traffic. How is non-stop, high density traffic, safe
for a school zone? 
 
Please consider density in this very limited egress area along with the lack of transportation
resources. This land would be better suited as commercial and non residential or at least lower
density residential. 
 
Please help us keep our children safe by limiting the dwelling size. 
 
Thank you, 
Tracy Smith 
Sent from the all new AOL app for Android [play.google.com]

1
Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: 6 (GPA-LV-4-8) & 7 (Z-72-22-8)
-----Original Message----- 
From: Sanjiv Wadhera <wadherasanjiv2@gmail.com>  
Sent: Saturday, March 18, 2023 6:23 PM 
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: 6 (GPA-LV-4-8) & 7 (Z-72-22-8) 
 
Mountain View’s  
 
We resident hereby object to the 40ft tall 3 story multi family development which far exceeds the density of 
the area and will eliminate our Mountain View. Reduce the height to 2 story, aligning it with other multi 
family projects and maintain our views. 
 
The 45 ft tall digital billboards that operate from 6 am-midnight. Reduce the height to 30ft, restrict hours 
from 6am-10pm, require illumination reduction after sunset. 
 
Thanks, 
 
Rekha & Sanjiv Wadhera 
11110 S -56th Lane 
Laveen- AZ 85339 
Cell No: 724-681-8818 
 
 
 
Sent from my iPhone

1
Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: LVPC Public Hearing 3/20/23-Agenda Item 6. GPA-LV-4-22-8
 
From: Thomas Nasser‐Taylor <tnasser21@gmail.com>  
Sent: Saturday, March 18, 2023 6:48 PM 
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov>; PDD Laveen VPC <laveenvpc@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: LVPC Public Hearing 3/20/23‐Agenda Item 6. GPA‐LV‐4‐22‐8 
 
Laveen Village Planning Committee, 
 
I am not sure if I am bound by the same conflict of interest as my husband, however I would like to make my 
contribution to this conversation if I am allowed.  
 
When my husband and I were looking for houses to move to I was skeptical about moving to the west valley as I am 
more familiar with the east valley communities. However I still remember the first time we drove over the pass on the 
202 freeway and we drove into Laveen. We both looked at eachother and immediately knew that this was the right 
place for us to settle down and start our family. We fell in love with the majestic views and the suburban life.  
 
First, I would like to recognize that we truly appreciate IDM acknowledging that their five story warehouse was not 
appropriate next to our community. I also recognize that there is probably some financial loss by making this change, 
but it does respect the fact that virtually nowhere else is there industrial next to single family residential. What I would 
like to address is my concern for respecting the dignity and the concerns of my neighbors as well as my future neighbors 
in the Tierra Montana community that have no knowledge of this project as their community is still being developed. 
We fell in love with these majestic mountains and I am confident that the future homeowners at Tierra Montana fell in 
love with the same views that southern Laveen currently offers.  
 
We are not asking to eliminate multi‐family communities, we simply want them to reflect Laveen and we chose Laveen 
due to the small town feel and views. Reducing the height of these buildings to two stories aligns it with the rest of 
Laveen and maintains the view of the Estrella's. I would ask that you consider a stipulation that the multi‐family complex 
not exceed two stories.  
 
Please respect the requests of your fellow Laveeners.  
 
‐‐  
Sincerely,  
Thomas Nasser‐Taylor

1
Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: 6 (GPA-LV-4-22-8) & 7 (Z-72-22-8)
From: Danielle Younkin <goguenda@gmail.com>  
Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2023 4:15 PM 
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: 6 (GPA‐LV‐4‐22‐8) & 7 (Z‐72‐22‐8) 
 
 
To Whom It May Concern, 
 
I am writing to inform you that I oppose both proposals. 
 
First, the 40ft tall 3 story multi family development, which far exceeds the density of the area and will eliminate my 
mountain views. I propose the solution be to reduce the 3 stories to two‐story, aligning it with the other multifamily 
projects in the surrounding areas and maintaining the Ellison Trails view.  
 
Secondly, a 45 foot tall digital billboard that operates from 6 AM to midnight, I oppose. The solution should be to 
reduce the height to 30 feet and restrict the hours from 6 AM to 10 PM and require illumination reduction after sunset. 
We already live close to the highway we don’t need a reminder.  
 
Hundreds of families relocated themselves to the Laveen areas because of a close proximity to the mountains and to 
the quiet neighborhoods outside of Phoenix. By adding the 3 story apartment complex you prohibit the views for 
families‐ which again is the primary reason we bought out here. And some of us paid for our premium lot‐ I bought into 
this area because of the views and you are taking that away from us.  
 
Concerned citizen, 
 
Danielle N Younkin 
5617 W Rainwater Dr 
Laveen, AZ 85339 
‐‐  
  
Danielle N Goguen 
11609 W Lincoln St 
Avondale, AZ 85323 
(210)286-8031 
goguenda@gmail.com

1
Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: SE corner of 202 and Elliot
From: Liz Hosmer <lizhosmer@yahoo.com>  
Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2023 10:19 AM 
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: SE corner of 202 and Elliot 
 
To Whom It May Concern, 
 
I am writing you to let you know I STRONGLY oppose the plan to develop the SE corner of 202 and Elliot with 3 story 
apartment buildings. I am absolutely appalled that the Village would even be entertaining anything that would take away 
our beautiful views of the Estrella mountains.  
 
We moved here in 2021 and specifically picked Laveen because apartments we not a thing in Laveen. We also chose our 
specific lot because of the views of both South Mountain and the Estrellas. We were told NOTHING but houses would be 
built around us. It leaves a very bad taste in our mouths to know the Village is choosing a deep pocketed developer over 
their fellow Laveeners! I would like to suggest that if you are going to allow Corporate Greed into our community, at the 
very least, limit the height on the apartments to no more than 2 stories. This would at least fall in line with the two story 
homes in the adjacent neighborhoods. Please understand, these new neighborhoods bring a much needed middle class 
and upper middle class to Laveen. By upsetting the residents in these brand new neighborhoods could have a negative 
economic impact to the community. I know it will change how much I donate to this community and where I choose to 
spend my money going forward if the proposed plan is approved without requested changes.   
 
I find it very concerning there are members of the village that have vested interests in some of the proposals within this 
development as money is being dedicated to the parks and schools. Any member that has a conflict should immediately 
recuse themself from this project. By not doing so, this could put the Village in a very precarious situation and compromise 
the integrity of the Village. 
 
Lastly, The billboards are beyond ridiculous. You have all these beautiful new homes that sold/sell for 500K-1M and you 
want to cheapen the neighborhood with an electronic light show everyday and night? Ahwatukee fought this and has not 
one single billboard! Why is Laveen choosing to give way to these unsightly atrocities? I am seriously questioning the 
sincerity of the Village to protect Laveen and do what's in the best interest of this community. 
 
I beg you to please stop this nonsense immediately while we still can!!!! The eyes of Laveen are watching the Village 
memebrs hard and counting on you to stand up for all of us! DO WHATS RIGHT!!!!! 
 
Regards,  
 
Elizabeth Hosmer

1
Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: 6 (GPA-LV-4-22-8) & 7 (Z-72-22-8)
-----Original Message----- 
From: Joshua Younkin <jcyounkin@yahoo.com>  
Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2023 4:19 PM 
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: 6 (GPA-LV-4-22-8) & 7 (Z-72-22-8) 
 
To Whom It May Concern, 
 
I am writing to inform you that I oppose both proposals. 
 
First, the 40ft tall 3 story multi family development, which far exceeds the density of the area and will 
eliminate my mountain views. I propose the solution be to reduce the 3 stories to two-story, aligning it with 
the other multifamily projects in the surrounding areas and maintaining the Ellison Trails view.  
 
Secondly, a 45 foot tall digital billboard that operates from 6 AM to midnight, I oppose. The solution 
should be to reduce the height to 30 feet and restrict the hours from 6 AM to 10 PM and require 
illumination reduction after sunset. My family and I can hear the highway and see it. We don’t need a 
billboard to remind us further.  
 
Hundreds of families relocated themselves to the Laveen areas because of a close proximity to the 
mountains and to the quiet neighborhoods outside of Phoenix. By adding the 3 story apartment complex 
you prohibit the views for families- the Mountain View’s is what attracted me to this area. It was a great 
selling point. And this development design stands to take that away from us. This area was originally 
designed for single and 2 story homes which goes in-line with the density in the area.  
 
Regards, 
 
Joshua Younkin

1
Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: Ref. GPA-LV-4-22-8
From: L T Kidd <ltkiddaz@gmail.com>  
Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2023 7:30 PM 
To: PDD Laveen VPC <laveenvpc@phoenix.gov>; PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: Ref. GPA‐LV‐4‐22‐8 
 
  
Item #6 GPA‐LV‐4‐22‐8 
 
LVPC ‐ 
My partner and I have been very concerned about the recent pop‐up of highrise development that are coming into 
Laveen. We live in a new development along Dobbins that we just moved in to and within days after our move, a three 
story apartment complex started being built right next to our house.We would still have a view of the mountain if it was 
only a two story complex. Due to our rapidly decreasing view I have decided that it is time to become a more vocal 
member of Laveen and stand up for the community. 
 
 
 
 
This evening we decided to take our drone to Ellison Trails to get an accurate representation of what will be lost if this 
development is built. My partner went into the field and walked 180 feet from the Tierra Montana wall and flew our 
drone as high as it would go and remain stable. I captured this picture when it was just under 25 feet. We added the line 
across the picture for reference of what this height alone will do to the viewpoints of these communities. These two 
neighborhoods will bear the brunt of this change but all of these new developments and the existing homes will also see 
this atrocity instead of the mountains.

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 Please do not let them build large apartment complexes !

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Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: Ref. GPA-LV-4-22-8
From: L T Kidd <ltkiddaz@gmail.com>  
Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2023 1:00 PM 
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: Ref. GPA‐LV‐4‐22‐8 
 
To whom it may concern,  
 
We are begging you to please do NOT approve a four story complex at Elliott and the 202 in Laveen. 
We love the country feel of Laveen and the Mountain View’s that is why we moved here.  
If we Wanted large apartment buildings we could have moved to Tempe, Goodyear, Chandler, Awatukee so many other 
places in this growing valley. 
Please limit the heights to only two stories.  
There are many other places they can build taller multi family buildings, Please don’t block out country feel and our 
Mountain View’s. 
 
Thank you 
 
L T Kidd

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Nayeli Sanchez Luna
Subject:
FW: 6. GPA-LV-4-22-8
 
From: StormTrance <stormtrance@gmail.com>  
Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2023 4:17 PM 
To: PDD Long Range Planning <pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov> 
Subject: 6. GPA‐LV‐4‐22‐8 
 
Good evening, 
I have just learned that the new Tierra Montana community that I was planning to purchase a home in is now subject to a 3‐story 
apartment complex right behind our future home. I moved my family here from another state that had no scenic views and was just 
flatlands. We moved here for these gorgeous mountain views and we have just learned that the community we planned to move into is 
going to lose the views to this complex. If this is approved, then our family will have to consider backing out of our home and move to 
another location and possibly out of Laveen entirely. I oppose the height of this complex and ask that you consider limiting the height to 
that of the surrounding area. 
 
Thank you, 
Todd McIntyre