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April 12, 2023
Z2022189
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Report to the Board of Supervisors
Prepared by the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department
Board Hearing Date:
April 12, 2023
Case #/Title:
Z2022189 – SAFStor Self-Storage – Camelback Road and
Wigwam Creek Boulevard
Supervisor District:
4
Applicant/Owner:
Mike Maerowitz, Snell & Wilmer LLP / Desert Viking El Mirage, LLC
Request:
Zone Change With Overlay from C-2 to C-2 CUPD
Site Location:
Generally located at the NEC of Wigwam Creek Blvd. and
Camelback Rd.
Site Size:
Approximately 2.24 acres
County Island Status:
Yes (Litchfield Park)
Additional
Comments:
The applicant is seeking a zoning overlay to accommodate
modified parking standards for a proposed self-storage facility.
The parcel is already zoned C-2 which allows for self-storage,
however the MCZO requires one parking space per 900 sf of
warehouse floor area (or 117 spaces). In recent years all self-
storage proposals have sought relief from the standard as business
practice as shown the ordinance overparks self-storage facilities.
The applicant is requesting a parking standard of one space per
5,000 sq. ft. of self-storage floor area (or 25 spaces). There are no
outstanding comments or concerns from review agencies. There
is no known opposition.
Commission
Recommendation:
On 3/9/23, the Commission voted 7-0, to adopt a motion
recommending the Board of Supervisors approve Z2022189
subject to conditions ‘a’ – ‘f’:
a.
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the Zoning Exhibit
entitled “SAFstor Self Storage“, consisting of 1 full-size sheet, dated February 27, 2023,
and stamped received February 27, 2023, except as modified by the following conditions.
Staff may determine slight refinements to remain in substantial conformance with the
approved site plan.
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b.
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the Narrative Report
entitled “SAFstor Self-Storage”, consisting of 6 pages, dated January 3, 2023, and
stamped received January 26, 2023 except as modified by the following conditions.
c.
The following Planning Engineering conditions shall apply:
1.
Without the submittal of a precise plan of development, no development approval
is inferred by this review, including, but not limited to number of proposed building
lots/units, drainage design, access and roadway alignments. These items will be
addressed as development plans progress and are submitted to the County for
further review and/or entitlement.
2.
A traffic impact study must be submitted with future entitlement (POD)
application(s).
3.
Engineering review of re-zone case is conceptual in nature. All development and
engineering design shall be in conformance with Section 1205 of the Maricopa
County Zoning Ordinance; Drainage Policies and Standards; Floodplain
Regulations for Maricopa County; MCDOT Roadway Design Manual; and current
engineering policies, standards and best practices at the time of application for
construction.
d.
Administrative approval of a Plan of Development will be required prior to approval and
issuance of construction permits to develop and establish use of the site. Prior to
issuance of a building permit, written confirmation will be required from the emergency
fire protection jurisdiction having authority that the facility has been designed in
accordance with their regulations and requirements, and that emergency fire protection
service will be provided to the facility. Prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy,
local fire protection jurisdiction review and approval will be required.
e.
The following C-2 CUPD standard shall apply:
1.
Parking: 1 parking stall per 5,000 Sq. Ft. of Self-Storage space
f.
The granting of this change in use of the property has been at the request of the applicant,
with the consent of the landowner. The granting of this approval allows the property to
enjoy uses in excess of those permitted by the zoning existing on the date of application,
subject to conditions. In the event of the failure to comply with any condition, the property
shall revert to the zoning that existed on the date of application. It is, therefore, stipulated
and agreed that either revocation due to the failure to comply with any conditions, does
not reduce any rights that existed on the date of application to use, divide, sell or possess
the property and that there would be no diminution in value of the property from the value
it held on the date of application due to such revocation of the Zone Change. The Zone
Change enhances the value of the property above its value as of the date the Zone Change
is granted and reverting to the prior zoning results in the same value of the property as if
the Zone Change had never been granted.
Presented by:
Joseph Mueller, Planner
Reviewed by:
Darren Gérard, AICP, Planning Manager
Attachment:
3/9/23 P&Z Packet (19 pages)
April 12, 2023
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Note:
3/9/23 Draft P&Z Minutes are not available as of the writing of this report, but can be provided
upon request later when available.
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Report to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Prepared by the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department
Case:
Z2022189 – SAFStor Self-Storage – Camelback Road and Wigwam
Creek Boulevard
Hearing Date:
March 9, 2023
Supervisor District:
4
Applicant:
Mike Maerowitz, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Owner:
Desert Viking El Mirage, LLC
Request:
Zone Change with Overlay from C-2 to C-2 CUPD
Site Location:
Generally located at the NEC of Wigwam Creek Blvd. and
Camelback Rd.
Site Size:
Approx. 2.24 acres
Density:
N/A
County Island:
Yes (Litchfield Park)
County Plan:
White Tank / Grand Ave – Small Lot Residential (2-5 D.U./ac)
Municipal Plan:
Litchfield Park – Commercial
Municipal Comments:
None received to date
Support/Opposition:
None known
Recommendation:
Approve with conditions
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Project Summary:
1.
The applicant is seeking to establish a CUPD overlay in order to reduce the required
parking for a self-storage facility. The subject parcel is currently zoned C-2, which allows
for self-storage facilities, however under base zoning standards the proposed facility
would require 117 parking stalls which is much more than what is necessary for a self-
storage facility. The requested overlay will bring the required parking down to 25 parking
stalls. The applicant is currently working on a Plan of Development (POD) for the
proposed self-storage facility under separate case Z2022190. The proposed building is
three stories and 102,330 sq. ft.
2.
A pre-application meeting to discuss the proposed zoning overlay occurred June 14,
2022 with formal submittal of this request on October 18, 2022. The applicant
simultaneously submitted an application for an associated POD (Z2022190) as a separate
case for the self-storage facility. A Technical Advisory Committee meeting was held on
December 6, 2022.
REGULATION
BASE ZONING
DISTRICT
REGULATIONS (C-2)
PROPOSED ZONING REGULATIONS
(C-2 /CUPD)
Height
40’
40’
Min. Front Yard
10’
10’
Min. Side Yard
5’
5’
Min. Rear Yard
25’ (abutting rural or
residential)
25’ (abutting rural or residential)
Min. Lot Area
6,000 sq. ft.
6,000 sq. ft.
Min. Lot Width
60’
60’
Max. Lot Coverage
60%
60%
Parking
Warehouse Use: one
stall per 900 sq. ft.
One stall per 5,000 sq. ft. of self
storage space
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2022 Aerial of Site and surrounding uses
Zoning Map showing existing C-2 zoning designation
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Excerpt of Zoning Exhibit Provided by Applicant
Existing On-Site and Adjacent Zoning / Land Use:
3.
On-site:
C-2 / Vacant
North:
C-2 / Animal Hospital
South:
Camelback Rd. then I (Litchfield Park) / Vacant
East:
Wigwam Creek Blvd. then R1-6 RUPD/ Open Space
West:
C-2 / Multi-family
Utilities and Services:
4.
Water:
Liberty Utilities
Wastewater:
Liberty Utilities
School Districts:
Agua Fria Union High School District
Lichfield Elementary School District
Fire:
Rural Metro
Police:
Maricopa County Sherriff’s Office
Right-of-Way:
5.
The following table includes existing and proposed half-width right-of-way and the future
classification based upon the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT)
Major Streets and Routes Plan.
Street Name
Half-width Existing R/W
Half-width Proposed R/W
Future Classification
Wigwam
Creek Blvd.
40’
40’
Major Collector
Camelback
Rd.
90’
90’
Principal Arterial
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Adopted Plans:
6.
White Tank / Grand Avenue Area Plan (adopted December 6, 2000): Residential uses of
densities at 2 -5 d. u. per acre are appropriate as long as urban services such as water,
sewer, parks, schools, and emergency services are available.
7.
City of Litchfield Park General Plan 2022(adopted August 2, 2022): Commercial
development should follow goals and objectives of the General Plan such as providing
necessary services to adjacent residents and complement existing development.
Public Participation Summary:
8.
The applicant met and exceeded all minimum notification requirements. The site was
posted with two signs and updated to reflect hearing dates once dates were formalized.
Additionally, the applicant sent notification to all property owners within 400’ of the
subject property, exceeding the required 300’ radius for notification. The applicant
reported one response as a result of the public notice and provided a copy to staff. The
respondent seems to be opposed to additional self-storage facilities in the area but did
not address the reduction in parking which is the crux of the proposed zoning overlay.
Outstanding Concerns from Reviewing Agencies:
9.
N/A.
Staff Analysis:
10.
The subject site is currently zoned C-2 which allows for the proposed self-storage use, for
which the applicant has separately applied for a Plan of Development under case
Z2022190. The sole purpose of the proposed CUPD overlay is to reduce the required
parking as self-storage is an allowed use under the existing C-2 zoning. The three-story
self-storage facility proposed under Z2022190 would require 117 parking stalls per the
base zoning standards. This is based on staff applying MCZO, Art. 1102.1.6 which is one
space per 900 sq. ft. of floor area for a “warehouse” use. This is the least restrictive
application of the ordinance’s parking regulations. It is staff’s experience that the
required parking thus calculated is always perceived as excessive for developers of self-
storage facilities particular when the facility is multi-story with interior entry units. Arguably,
the required 117 spaces far exceeds the parking needed for a self-storage facility since
such facilities typically do not have more than a handful of customers on site at any given
time. Staff considers the requested parking standard of one stall per 5,000 sq. ft. of self
storage space is appropriate for the proposed use. Parking may become problematic if
future redevelopment of the building is for a different, more intense use.
11.
The proposal meshes with the City of Litchfield Park General Plan 2022 which calls for
commercial developments to provide services to adjacent residents as well complement
existing development. The site at a collector/arterial intersection is appropriate for
commercial use. It is served by public water and sewer. The site is currently zoned C-2
commercial. The CUPD will only provide flexibility with required parking for a self-storage
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facility. Re/development for any other use will be required to meet the parking
requirements outlined in the ordinance.
Recommendation:
12.
Staff recommends the Commission adopt a motion recommending that the Board of
Supervisors approve Z2022189 subject to the following conditions ‘a’ – ‘f’:
a.
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the Zoning Exhibit
entitled “SAFstor Self Storage“, consisting of 1 full-size sheet, dated February 27,
2023, and stamped received February 27, 2023, except as modified by the
following conditions. Staff may determine slight refinements to remain in
substantial conformance with the approved site plan.
b.
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the Narrative
Report entitled “SAFstor Self-Storage”, consisting of 6 pages, dated January 3,
2023, and stamped received January 26, 2023 except as modified by the following
conditions.
c.
The following Planning Engineering conditions shall apply:
1.
Without the submittal of a precise plan of development, no development
approval is inferred by this review, including, but not limited to number of
proposed building lots/units, drainage design, access and roadway
alignments. These items will be addressed as development plans progress
and are submitted to the County for further review and/or entitlement.
2.
A traffic impact study must be submitted with future entitlement (POD)
application(s).
3.
Engineering review of re-zone case is conceptual in nature. All
development and engineering design shall be in conformance with
Section 1205 of the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance; Drainage Policies
and Standards; Floodplain Regulations for Maricopa County; MCDOT
Roadway Design Manual; and current engineering policies, standards and
best practices at the time of application for construction.
d.
Administrative approval of a Plan of Development will be required prior to
approval and issuance of construction permits to develop and establish use of the
site. Prior to issuance of a building permit, written confirmation will be required from
the emergency fire protection jurisdiction having authority that the facility has
been designed in accordance with their regulations and requirements, and that
emergency fire protection service will be provided to the facility. Prior to issuance
of the certificate of occupancy, local fire protection jurisdiction review and
approval will be required.
e.
The following C-2 CUPD standard shall apply:
1.
Parking: 1 parking stall per 5,000 Sq. Ft. of Self-Storage space
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f.
The granting of this change in use of the property has been at the request of the
applicant, with the consent of the landowner. The granting of this approval allows
the property to enjoy uses in excess of those permitted by the zoning existing on
the date of application, subject to conditions. In the event of the failure to comply
with any condition, the property shall revert to the zoning that existed on the date
of application. It is, therefore, stipulated and agreed that either revocation due
to the failure to comply with any conditions, does not reduce any rights that
existed on the date of application to use, divide, sell or possess the property and
that there would be no diminution in value of the property from the value it held
on the date of application due to such revocation of the Zone Change. The Zone
Change enhances the value of the property above its value as of the date the
Zone Change is granted and reverting to the prior zoning results in the same value
of the property as if the Zone Change had never been granted.
Presented by:
Joseph Mueller, Planner
Reviewed by:
Matthew Holm, AICP, Planning Supervisor
Attachments:
Case Map (1 page)
Zoning Exhibit (reduced 8.5”x11”, 1 page)
Narrative Report (6 pages)
MCESD comments (1 page)
DPR comments (1 page)
LAFB Comment (2 pages)
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APN: 510-08-553A
DOC. 2020-225220
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EL MIRAGE ROAD
APN: 510-08-554
DOC. 2011-895253
HAYJAY INVESTMENTS LLC
DRAINAGE DITCH
CAMELBACK ROAD
WIGWAM CREEK BLVD.
SCALE 1" =
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PARCEL # 510-08-553B - ± 2.40 ACRES
MARICOPA COUNTY, AZ
SAFStor SELF STORAGE
WIGWAM
12-15-2022
REVIEW
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C01
ZONE CHANGE
W/OVERLAY EXHIBIT
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01-10-23 ADDRESSED REVIEW COMMENTS
REVISED SITE FEATURES
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PROPERTY OWNER:
DESERT VIKING EL MIRAGE LLC
MAILING ADDRESS:
3002 E WASHINGTON ST, PHOENIX, AZ 85034
LEGAL DISCRIPTION:
A. Title Page
Project Name: SAFStor Self-Storage
General Location: NEC of Camelback Road and Wigwam Creek Boulevard
Case No: Z2022189
Date Submitted: January 3, 2023
B. Purpose of Request
This firm represents SAFStor Real Estate Co., LLC (“SAFStor”), one of the most active
privately held developers of high-quality, professionally managed self-storage facilities in the
United States. On behalf of SAFStor, we are pleased to submit this rezoning application
(“Application”) to accommodate the development of a self-storage facility (the “Proposed
Facility”) on approximately 2.4 acres located at the northeast corner of Camelback Road and
Wigwam Creek Boulevard in Maricopa County (the “Property”). The Property is known as
Maricopa County Assessor’s Office Parcel Number 510-08-553B. See below Aerial Map.
Aerial Map
The Property, which is currently vacant, is zoned Intermediate Commercial (“C-2”). A
self-storage facility is permitted by right under the Property’s existing C-2 zoning. However,
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Maricopa County’s Zoning Ordinance (“Zoning Ordinance”) has only one parking ratio for all
“warehouse” uses — which requires 1 parking space per 900 square feet of gross floor area.
There is no specific parking ratio for self-storage facilities. As such, under the Zoning
Ordinance, the Proposed Facility is required to be parked in accordance with the parking ratio for
“warehouse” uses, which requires a total of 117 parking spaces for the Proposed Facility.
The required parking amount of 117 spaces greatly exceeds the actual parking demand
for a self-storage facility. As shown by the Trip Generation and Parking Statement provided with
this Application, the amount of parking spaces needed to accommodate the actual peak parking
demand for the Proposed Facility is 10 spaces. Further, providing 117 parking spaces on the
Property would “take up” site area, which instead could be better improved with other site
improvements — such as landscaping and maneuvering areas to provide a more functional and
attractive development. SAFStor is therefore proposing to establish a parking requirement unique
to a self-storage use, resulting in a total of 25 parking spaces for the Proposed Facility, which is
still more than double the number of spaces that are needed to accommodate the peak parking
demand for the Proposed Facility.
Specifically, to accommodate the development of the Proposed Facility (including the
proposed number of parking spaces), this Application requests to change the existing zoning
designation of the Property from C-2 to C-2 with a Commercial Unit Plan of Development
(“CUPD”). The purpose of the CUPD is simply to establish a unique parking ratio for the
Proposed Facility as shown below.
Standards Comparison Table
C-2
District Regulations
Proposed C-2 CUPD
District Regulations
Parking
MCZO Section 1102
Warehouse: 1 space per 900 square feet
of floor area.
Office: 1 space per 250 square feet of
floor area.
Proposed
Self-storage: 1 space per 5,000
square feet of floor area.
Office: 1 space per 250 square feet of
floor area (no change).
The Proposed Facility contains a gross floor area of 102,330 square feet — consisting of
a small 903 square-foot lobby/leasing office and 101,427 square feet of self-storage. The Zoning
Ordinance requires the self-storage component of the Proposed Facility (consisting of 101,427
square feet) to be parked as a “warehouse” and the lobby/leasing office area (consisting of 903
square feet) to be parked as an “office”. The CUPD simply proposes a new parking ratio
specifically for a self-storage use, thereby modifying the required parking for the self-storage
component of the Proposed Facility from 1 space per 900 square feet of warehouse floor area to
1 space per 5,000 square feet of self-storage floor area, which results in a total parking
requirement of 25 spaces (21 spaces for the self-storage component and 4 spaces for the
lobby/leasing office). The CUPD does not modify the Zoning Ordinance’s base ‘office’ parking
ratio applicable to the Proposed Facility’s leasing office.
It is important to recognize that, if approved, this Application simply allows the Proposed
Facility to provide 25 parking spaces, rather than 117 parking spaces. It does not otherwise
modify the zoning of the Property or any other development standards applicable to the Proposed
Facility.
C. Description of Proposal
The Proposed Facility is a three-story, approximately 102,330 gross square-foot indoor
climate-controlled self-storage facility, along with a small lobby/leasing office area and other site
improvements, such as landscaping and parking.
The Proposed Facility includes 800 storage units of varying sizes, all of which may only
be accessed from the interior of the building. No roll-up or drive-up storage units are proposed.
Two access points to the Property are proposed along Wigwam Creek Boulevard as shown on
the site plan included with this Application (there is a drainage ditch along the Camelback Road
frontage, which restricts access from Camelback Road). Office hours will be 9:30 a.m. to 6:00
p.m. (Monday-Friday), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Saturday) and 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Sunday).
Customers will be allowed to access their units from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (daily)
As shown by the building renderings included with this Application, SAFStor has given
the building facades significant attention through the use of complementary colors and high-
quality materials. Additionally, there is articulation in the plane of the façades that creates visual
interest and positively contributes to the aesthetics of the surrounding area. Finally, the proposed
building design features windows to bring in natural light during the day and low-level lighting
to provide adequate safety while also reducing glare at night. Landscaping improvements will be
provided adjacent to the building, along the interior east property line, and adjacent to Wigwam
Creek Boulevard and Camelback Road.
D. Relationship to Surrounding Properties
Zoning Classification
Use
Project Site
C-2
Vacant Commercial Land
North
C-2
Dreaming Summit Animal Hospital
South
I (Litchfield Park)
Camelback Road; Business Park
East
C-2
Single-story rental
West
R1-6
Residential; Wigwam Creek North
The Property is located on Camelback Road (a major thorough-fare) approximately 880
feet from El Mirage Road. The properties at the northwest and southwest corners of the
intersection of El Mirage Road and Camelback Road (which includes this Property) are all zoned
for either commercial or industrial land uses. The Proposed Facility is consistent with the land
uses (existing and planned) at the intersection of Camelback Road and El Mirage Road and will
provide an appropriate land use transition to the surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Further, the Proposed Facility will offer a convenient storage option for the surrounding
residences — many of which are located on small to medium-sized lots where storage space is
limited. The surrounding Wigwam Creek subdivisions are composed of single-story and two-
story residential homes with typical lot sizes between 4,000 and 7,000 square feet. These
contemporary subdivisions trend towards maxing out development standards to optimize livable
space with limited area provided for storage. Additionally, deed restrictions or other regulations
restrict the outdoor storage of personal property in front or rear yards. The development located
immediately east of the Property is also a single-family for rent project with small units ranging
between 668 and 1,022 square feet. The Proposed Facility will offer these surrounding
residences an additional storage option within close proximity.
E. Location and Accessibility
The Property is located west of the northwest corner of Camelback and El Mirage Roads,
approximately three miles west of the Loop 101 Freeway. The Property has two street frontages:
Wigwam Creek Boulevard to the west and Camelback Road to the south. An existing drainage
ditch restricts access to the Property from Camelback Road. That said, as shown by the Site Plan
provided with this Application, two points of access will be provided from Wigwam Creek
Boulevard. The main access point is located at the northern end of the Property and connects to
an existing drive on the Property (Read Avenue), which is shared by the animal hospital to the
north (used for primary access) and the single-family for rent development to the east (used for
egress-only and emergency access).
F. Circulation System
Access to the Property is provided from Wigwam Creek Boulevard via two access points.
Once entering the Property, circulation is provided by a single drive aisle that encircles the
building and provides access to the office/lobby, loading areas and parking.
G. Development Scheduling
The development of the Property will occur in a single phase.
H. Community Facilities and Services
The proposed development will have no impact on the surrounding school district (Litchfield
Elementary or Agua Fria Union #26 School Districts), parks or other community amenities.
I.
Public Utilities and Services (refuse, sewer, water, police, fire, etc.)
Service
Provider
Water
Liberty Utilities
Sewer
Liberty Utilities
Police
Maricopa County Sherriff’s Office District 2
Fire
Rural Metro
J. Comparison Chart
Development Standard
Existing C-2
Proposed C-2
CUPD
Provided
Maximum Height
40’
40’
40’
Building Setbacks
Front Yard Setback ,
Wigwam Creek Boulevard
10’
10’
37.1’
Street Side Yard Setback,
Camelback Road
10’
10’
94.3’
Interior Side Yard Setback
(east)
0’
0’
56’
Rear Side Yard Setback
(north)
0’
0’
106.3’
Lot Coverage
Maximum: 60%
Maximum: 60%
32.36%
Parking
Total: 117 spaces
Warehouse: 113
spaces (1
space/900 sf of
floor area)
Office: 4 spaces
(1 space/250 sf of
floor area)
Total: 25 spaces
Self-storage: 21
spaces (1
space/5,000 sf of
floor area)
Office: 4 spaces
(1 space/250 sf of
floor area)
25 spaces
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Maricopa County
Environmental Services Department
Water and Waste Management
The Maricopa County Environmental Services Department (MCESD) has completed review for the
Zone Change from C-2 to C-2 CUPD planning case(s). Please note the following MCESD
requirements for site development:
Subdivision and Infrastructure –
An Approval to Construct application is required and must be submitted to MCESD’s Subdivision
& Infrastructure Program for water, reclaimed water and/or wastewater system infrastructure.
For subdivision related questions, please contact the Subdivision and Infrastructure Program at
(602) 506-1058 or email subdivision@maricopa.gov.
Additional Notes –
Environmental Services does not require these items for condition of approval of Z2022189, however
these items must be addressed with the development of the site. Environmental Services does not
require additional review of this case.
*It should be noted that this document does not approve the referenced project. Comments are
provided for the benefit of the applicant for MCESD permit requirements and as an advisory to
Maricopa County Planning and Development Department. Other Maricopa County agencies may
have additional requirements. Final review and approval will be made through Planning and
Development Department procedures. Applicant may need to submit separate applications to the
Maricopa County Environmental Services Department for approval of proposed facilities regulated
by the Department. Review of any such application will be based on current regulations at the time
of application.
Project Name: Zone Change from C-2 to C-2
CUPD
Primary Contact Name: DESERT
VIKING EL MIRAGE LLC
Planning Application Type: Zone Change
with Overlay
APN(s): 510-08-553B
Reviewer: Souren Naradikian, P.E.
Email: Souren.Naradikian@maricopa.gov
Phone: 602-372-2907
Planner Name: Joseph Mueller
Planning Case #: Z2022189
Date: November 4, 2022
Subdivision Infrastructure
& Planning Program
301 W. Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Subdivision@maricopa.gov
esd.maricopa.gov
Robert Fedorka, P.E.
Planning & Development
301 W. Jefferson Ave., Suite 170
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
Phone: (602) 506-7151
www.maricopa.gov/planning
Email address:
Bob.Fedorka@maricopa.gov
Maricopa County
Planning & Development Department
Engineering Plan Review
Date:
January 27, 2023
Memo To: Darren Gerard, AICP, Planning Manager, Department of Planning &
Development
Attn:
Joseph Mueller, Planner, Planning & Development Services
From:
Kevin Bischel, P.E., Engineering Plans Examiner, Planning &
Development Services
cc:
Bob Fedorka, P.E., Engineering Supervisor, Planning & Development
Subject:
Z2022189 - Zone Change C-2 to C-2 CUPD (to change parking
requirements) (E2 Memo)
Job Site Address: NEC Camelback Road & Wigwam Creek Boulevard
APN(s):
510-08-553B
This application is to specify zoning for future development and does not include a
Plan of Development.
PND Engineering Plan Review (DPR, FCD and PND Transportation) has reviewed the
2nd submittal of the Zone Change application routed for review on January 5th, 2023,
and has no objections subject to the following conditions:
1. Without the submittal of a precise plan of development, no development approval
is inferred by this review, including, but not limited to number of proposed
building lots/units, drainage design, access and roadway alignments. These items
will be addressed as development plans progress and are submitted to the County
for further review and/or entitlement.
2. A traffic impact study must be submitted with future entitlement (POD)
application(s).
3. Engineering review of re-zone cases is conceptual in nature. All development and
engineering design shall be in conformance with Section 1205 of the Maricopa
County Zoning Ordinance; Drainage Policies and Standards; Floodplain
Regulations for Maricopa County; MCDOT Roadway Design Manual;
and current engineering policies, standards and best practices at the time of
application for construction.
Please contact me if you have any questions or require any additional information.
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Joseph Mueller (PND)
From:
JAMES, MARK C GS-12 USAF AETC 56 FW/CVE <mark.james.14@us.af.mil>
Sent:
Sunday, November 13, 2022 10:42 AM
To:
Joseph Mueller (PND)
Cc:
56 FW/CIT Community Initiative
Subject:
RE: Z2022189 - SAFStore Self-Storage
Joseph,
Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the Zone Change application for case number Z2022189. The
zone change, if approved, will not have a negative impact on Luke AFB flight operations.
Respectfully,
Mark James
56th Fighter Wing, Community Initiatives Team
Luke AFB AZ 85309
Office: 623-856-9981
DSN: 896-9981
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Subject: [Non-DoD Source] Z2022189 - SAFStore Self-Storage
Good morning,
We have received the above request for a zone change with overlay from C-2 to C-2 CUPD on APN 510-08-553B,
approximately 2 ½ acres located at the NEC of Camelback Rd. and Wigwam Creek Blvd.
The requested overlay is to reduce the required parking for a self storage facility.
Please let me know if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.
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Kind Regards,
Joseph Mueller
Planner
Maricopa County Planning And Development
602-506-7629
Joseph.Mueller@Maricopa.Gov <mailto:Joseph.Mueller@Maricopa.Gov>