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City of Mesa — City Council Study Session (2026-09-14)

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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD 
STUDY SESSION MINUTES 
  
July 22, 2026 
 
The Planning and Zoning Board of the City of Mesa met in the Study Session room at City Hall, 20 East 
Main Street, on July 22, 2026, at 3:32 p.m. 
 
BOARD PRESENT 
BOARD ABSENT 
STAFF PRESENT 
 
 
 
Troy Peterson, Chairperson 
Jeff Pitcher, Vice Chairperson* 
Jayson Carpenter, Boardmember 
Chase Hales, Boardmember 
Misty Klann, Boardmember 
Genessee Montes, Boardmember* 
Alexis Kay Wagner, Boardmember 
 
 
 
 
 
Evan Balmer 
Kirstin Dvorchak 
Danika Heying 
Mary Kopaskie-Brown 
Cassidy Welch 
 
(*Participated in the meeting through the use of video conference equipment) 
 
 
Chairperson Peterson conducted a roll call. 
 
1. 
Call meeting to order. 
 
 
Chairperson Peterson called the meeting to order at 3:32pm.  
2. 
Election of Planning and Zoning Board Officers: 
A. Chairperson 
Boardmember Carpenter nominated Vice Chairperson Peterson as Chair. Motion was 
seconded by Boardmember Montes. 
 
B. Vice Chairperson 
Boardmember Carpenter nominated Boardmember Pitcher as Vice Chairperson. Motion 
was seconded by Boardmember Montes. 
 
3. 
Discuss the proposed text amendments to the Mesa Zoning Ordinance and Historic 
Preservation Design Guidelines. 
 
Historic Preservation Officer, Matthew Kreigl, presented the proposed text amendments 
to Mesa Zoning Ordinance Title 11, Chapters 23, 44, 66, 74, and 87 relating to historic 
preservation on the Planning and Zoning Board Study Session agenda and displayed a 
PowerPoint presentation. (See Attachment 1) 
 
Mr. Kreigl presented the case for the historic preservation text amendments to the Mesa Zoning 
Ordinance, noting the proposal introduces four primary modifications: reorganizing and 
consolidating regulations into a single chapter (Chapter 74), improving clarity in application

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procedures and standards, standardizing terminology for consistency, and updating provisions 
to ensure compliance with current state and federal laws regarding archaeological resources. 
He explained that regulations are currently spread across Chapters 3, 7, 42, and 44, making 
them difficult to navigate. He noted that key changes include extending the mandatory 
demolition delay from 180 days to one year to explore preservation alternatives, establishing 
clear "Duty to Maintain" standards benchmarked at the time of designation, and formalizing 
processes for historically designated signs, emergency repairs, and archaeological resource 
protections. (See Pages 3 through 7 of Attachment 1) 
 
Mr. Kreigl detailed specific procedural and organizational updates, noting the relocation of 
historic sign regulations to Chapter 74, clarification of the non-regulatory status of the 
supplemental inventory list, and streamlined processes for emergency repairs to allow 
Certificate of Appropriateness issuance alongside building permits. He reported that staff 
conducted extensive public outreach, including meetings with the Historic Preservation Board, 
state historic preservation officers, tribal representatives, and residents. He noted that 
community feedback was generally positive, with attendees appreciating the focus on 
clarification and reorganization over new restrictions. (See Pages 8 through 20 of Attachment 
1) 
 
In response to clarifying questions from Boardmember Klann regarding tribal consultation 
protocols, Mr. Kreigl asked City Archaeologist, Meg Eaton, to verify that formal consultation 
occurs for projects with a federal nexus, while ongoing coordination with local tribal historic 
preservation officers continues for state and municipal projects. Staff concluded by noting that 
following the study session, the amendments would proceed through formal public hearings with 
the Historic Preservation Board, Planning and Zoning Board, and City Council. 
 
Boardmember Carpenter requested that staff clarify how the "Duty to Maintain" provisions would 
be enforced and questioned the physical implications of extending the demolition delay from 
180 days to one year. Mr. Kreigl indicated that enforcement would primarily be complaint-driven 
by neighbors within a historic district, with potential violations referred to code enforcement. 
Boardmember Carpenter further inquired whether private property owners on the supplemental 
inventory list would be bound by these same rules if their properties are not currently designated 
as historic. Mr. Kreigl noted that placement on the supplemental list is purely informational and 
honorific, creating no regulatory restrictions or delays for private property owners. Boardmember 
Carpenter asked how prospective property buyers can identify if a property carries historic 
regulations during due diligence. Planning Director, Mary Kopaskie-Brown, along with Mr. 
Kreigl, confirmed that local overlay designations are recorded on property deeds and city 
mapping systems, whereas the supplemental list is maintained internally for planning purposes 
without affecting property rights. 
 
Boardmember Hales requested clarification regarding the necessity of the demolition delay, 
questioning under what circumstances a property owner would seek to demolish a structure 
prior to an overlay designation if historic designations are largely owner driven. Ms. Kopaskie-
Brown confirmed that while historic overlays require property owner participation, or a 50% plus 
one majority for historic districts, the delay serves as a temporary safeguard during district 
formation to prevent preemptive demolitions before the neighborhood designation process is 
completed. Boardmember Hales further inquired on whether the city ever unilaterally imposes 
historic overlays on private property without owner consent. Ms. Kopaskie-Brown clarified that 
historic overlay designations are purely voluntary and initiated from the ground up by property 
owners, confirming that the city does not forcibly designate historic properties or districts.

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Mr. Kreigl presented the proposed amendments to the Mesa Historic Preservation Design 
Guidelines on the Planning and Zoning Board Study Session agenda and displayed a 
PowerPoint presentation. (See Attachment 2) 
 
 
Mr. Kriegel presented the case for the proposed historic preservation design guidelines, noting 
the proposal introduces four primary modifications: modernizing the framework from its last 
2001 update to account for the city's growth from four to eight historic districts, transitioning the 
static document into a searchable digital PDF with embedded navigation links, reorganizing 
content into project-specific chapters with specialized appendices, and incorporating dedicated 
visual resources and character-defining features for local building types and heritage 
neighborhoods. (See Pages 2 through 5 of Attachment 1) 
 
Mr. Kreigl explained that the guidelines are intended to provide practical, accessible direction for 
homeowners, contractors, and designers while offering staff and the Historic Preservation Board 
a consistent evaluation basis. He noted that key changes include comprehensive guidance for 
maintaining historic elements (windows, doors, roofs), established compatibility standards for 
modern additions and new infill construction, regulations for contemporary features like solar 
panels and accessory dwelling units, and updated framework standards for historic signage. 
(See Pages 6 through 9 of Attachment 1) 
 
Mr. Kriegel detailed specific chapter-by-chapter and appendix updates, highlighting the visual 
architectural catalog in Chapter 7, and unified appendices covering review standards, district 
context, and the regulatory-free Heritage Neighborhood program (currently recognizing 
Washington-Escobedo and Lehi). He reported that staff conducted extensive public outreach 
over several years, including study sessions with the Historic Preservation Board, state historic 
preservation officers, local preservation groups, and a recent community meeting. He noted that 
public feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with residents praising the simplified structure and 
asking targeted questions regarding material selections, roofs, windows, and addition setbacks, 
with no formal opposition expressed. (See Pages 7 through 19 of Attachment 1) 
 
In response to clarifying questions from Boardmember Klann regarding why Tribal Historic 
Preservation Officers (THPOs) were not formally consulted on the guidelines, Ms. Eaton verified 
that staff presented both the text amendments and design guidelines during bi-monthly working 
meetings with the Salt River Pima-Maricopa and Gila River Indian Communities. Ms. Eaton 
noted that tribal representatives requested formal consultation specifically on the text 
amendments, as the design guidelines focus strictly on above-ground building architecture 
rather than archaeological assets, though collaborative efforts are underway to draft dedicated 
archaeological guidelines. Ms. Eaton concluded by noting that the guidelines would proceed 
through upcoming formal hearings with the Historic Preservation Board, Planning and Zoning 
Board, and City Council. 
 
4. 
Review and discuss items listed on the Public Hearing agenda for July 22, 2026. 
 
Staff Planner, Charlotte Bridges, reviewed agenda Item 3-a, ZON26-00243. "Boeing ACA 
Expansion", 38.0± acres located approximately 1,700± feet north of the northeast corner 
of North Greenfield Road and East McDowell Road. Development Plan Review and 
Special Use Permit. This request will allow for an approximately 263,386± square foot 
expansion of a Manufacturing facility. (District 5). on the Planning and Zoning Board Public 
Hearing agenda and displayed a PowerPoint presentation. (See Attachment 3)

Planning and Zoning Board Study Session 
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Ms. Bridges presented the case for ZON26-00243, a Development Plan Review and Special 
Use Permit. She noted the proposal introduces three primary modifications: expanding the 
existing manufacturing facility with a single-story, 60-foot-tall addition set back approximately 
700 feet from Greenfield Road; modifying site access and parking via a third Greenfield Road 
entrance and an Administrative Use Permit (AUP) for a shared parking agreement (providing 
563 total spaces for 480 estimated daily employees and visitors); and expanding the central 
utility plant while updating site landscaping. (See Pages 3 through 4 of Attachment 1) 
 
Ms. Bridges explained that the property carries a Light Industrial (LI) zoning designation and a 
Regional Employment Center General Plan Placetype with an Evolve Growth Strategy, which 
permits limited manufacturing. She noted that the Special Use Permit is required to allow a 
building height of 60 feet (measured to the top of the stair tower and parapet) where 40 feet is 
the standard maximum within the Airfield Overlay District 3. (See Pages 5 through 6 of 
Attachment 1) 
 
Ms. Bridges displayed the site plan and architectural renderings detailing tilt-panel construction 
with west elevation form liners matching existing buildings, alongside an Alternative Landscape 
Plan requesting reduced perimeter landscaping for facility security purposes. She reported that 
the applicant conducted citizen outreach to property owners and registered neighborhoods 
within a 1,000-foot radius, and staff received no public inquiries or opposition. Ms. Bridges 
concluded by recommending approval with conditions, noting full compliance with the 2050 
Mesa General Plan and Falcon Field Subarea Plan. (See Pages 7 through 22 of Attachment 
1) 
 
In response to clarifying questions from Boardmember Hales regarding the administrative 
hierarchy of Conditional Use Permits, Assistant Planning Director, Evan Balmer, verified that 
Mesa utilizes a three-tier system: Council Use Permits (approved by City Council for specific 
uses), Special Use Permits (approved by the Planning and Zoning Board or Board of 
Adjustment for requests such as height or parking modifications), and Administrative Use 
Permits (approved by staff for minor requests such as shared parking and alternative 
landscaping). 
 
5. 
Planning Director’s Updates. 
 
• 
Special Meeting (General Plan Amendment): A special meeting is scheduled for next 
week at the Dobson Ranch Library regarding a major General Plan amendment. The Board 
confirmed attendance for a quorum, utilizing new alternate board members to ensure full 
coverage under the interim alphabetical selection protocol. 
• 
Upcoming Study Session: A presentation regarding the Legacy Park development 
(Planned Community District) at Williamsfield Road is scheduled for the August 12 study 
session. 
• 
City Council Code Amendments: Follow-up was provided on two pending code 
refinements before City Council, including alternative options for fleet services/drone 
operations (evaluating vertical vs. horizontal landings under a Council Use Permit in the LC 
district) and increased EV charging setbacks (150 feet). 
• 
Balanced Housing Plan Update: Since April, 692 residential units have been entitled (431 
single-family, 261 multifamily). Quarterly tracking continues for both entitlements and final 
Certificates of Occupancy to monitor housing delivery across income levels. 
Newly appointed board members and alternates introduced themselves: 
• 
Boardmember Wagner: Transitioning from six years of service on the Board of Adjustment. 
• 
Boardmember Klann: Owner of Blue Corn Consulting with extensive public sector 
experience across ADOT, tribal government, and the Federal Highway Administration.

Discuss the proposed text 
amendments to Mesa Zoning 
Ordinance Title 11, Chapters 
23, 44, 66, 74, and 87 relating 
to historic preservation 
Agenda Item: 3-a  
Planning & Zoning Board
Study Session – July 22, 2026

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Background and Purpose
Collectively, the proposed text amendments are intended to 
improve clarity, useability, and organization of the City’s 
Historic Preservation regulations.
Reorganization – simplify and streamline
Clarify – language and processes
Consistency – among historic preservation provisions
Compliance – align with current state and federal laws 
and regulations

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Reorganization
Related historic preservation zoning provisions have been combined and 
reorganized:
Chapter 23 (Historic Preservation Overlay), Chapter 44 (Historic 
Signs), and Chapter 74 (Historic District and Historic Landmark 
Procedures) will be repealed
Create new Chapter 74 (Historic Preservation Procedures) to 
include the following sections: Mesa Historic Property Register; 
Historic Preservation Overlay; Certificate of Appropriateness; 
Historically Designated Signs; Appeals; and Archaeological 
Resources

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Clarity
More detailed application / review process to follow a more 
chronological manner  
Additional reference made to the Secretary of the Interior’s 
“Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties” and to 
existing and future Historic Preservation guidelines regarding 
project evaluation
Extends the current 180-day delay on demolition permits to 1 year 
for both existing and proposed Historic Preservation Overlays

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Consistency
Redundant and unnecessary provisions eliminated
Consistent terminology throughout
Aligned with nationwide standards created by the Secretary of the 
Interior (National Register)        
References to MZO updated
Public notice requirements for Historic Preservation Overlay to 
conform to MZO processes (11-74-3)

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Compliance
Created archaeological resource requirements for development on 
public and private land 
Aligned with current state and federal laws and regulations 
governing the protection of cultural resources
Archaeological resource assessment to ensure compliance

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Additional Amendments
Chapter 74

Historically Designated Signs

Supplemental List 

Duty to Maintain

Emergency Repairs

Demolition Process

Archaeological Resources
Chapter 66

Historic Preservation Board
Chapter 87

Definitions

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Historically Designated Signs (11-74-5)
Removed from Chapter 44
Processes clarified
• Application
• Review
Eligibility Criteria
Mesa Historic Sign Register
Maintenance and Repair
Revocation Process

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Supplemental Inventory List
The Supplemental Inventory List is a list of properties that have 
been determined eligible for inclusion in the Mesa Historic 
Property Register but not yet designated.
Same eligibility requirements as listed properties
The Historic Preservation Officer will maintain the Supplemental 
Inventory List and make it available to the public.

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Required Maintenance and Repairs provision added (11-74-3)
Duty to Maintain
The owner of a Historic Resource within a Historic Preservation 
Overlay shall not permit any portion of the Historic Resource to 
fall into a state of disrepair.
Benchmarked at the time of designation

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Emergency Repairs provision added 
under Section 11-74-4(F)
Provision states that COAs are to be issued 
concurrently with a building permit in 
emergency situations

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Certificate of Appropriateness –
Demolition Process Clarified: 11-74-4 (G)
Demo Permits (Within Approved Overlay)
May be appealed if Demo Request denied by HPB
1 year (365 day) delay on any demo permit from 
date of HPB denial
Work on plan/agreement 
No plan or agreement – clearance for demo permit 
at applicant’s request

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Certificate of Appropriateness –
Demolition Process Clarified: 11-74-4 (G)
Demo Permits (Within Proposed Overlay)
Delay for a period of 1 year (365 days) from the date 
of application for a proposed Historic Preservation 
Overlay
If the Overlay is not approved by City Council within 
1 year (365 days) – demo permit approved

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Archaeological Resources
HPB and SHPO recommended staff consider the importance of 
archaeology and protecting archaeological resources.
Archaeological Resources added as Section 11-74-6 to address:
• Archaeology on Private Land
• Archaeology  on Land under City Ownership or Control
• Archaeological Resource Assessments
• Review of relevant resource databases
• Consultation with SHPO, THPO, and qualified professionals, as 
appropriate 
Align our zoning ordinance with current cultural resource laws

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Archaeological Resources

Affirm that archaeological resources are irreplaceable community 
assets that represent significant aspects of the past, may retain 
connections to living communities, and merit stewardship for 
future generations; and

Enhance the City’s community character and heritage by 
considering archaeological resources during development, where 
appropriate.
•
In general, all development (private and municipal) shall comply 
with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations 
governing the protection of cultural resources.

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Chapter 66: Historic Preservation Board (11-66-4)
Portions reformatted:
The Historic Preservation Officer (or designee) is the Secretary 
of the Historic Preservation Board; 
At least four (4) members of the Historic Preservation Board 
must be present to conduct a meeting;
The Historic Preservation Board meet at least four (4) times a 
year;
The Chair (or in the Chair's absence, the Vice Chair) leads the 
meeting and is the final decision maker

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Chapter 87: Definitions
Adds a new category of definitions titled “Historic Preservation 
Related Definitions” to include:
• Certificate of Appropriateness
• Historic District
• Historic Landmark
• Historic Preservation Overlay
• Historic Resource
• Historically Designated Sign
• State of Disrepair
All other definitions in Chapter 87 remain the same

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Text Amendments Summary
Repeals Chapter 23 (Historic and Landmark Overlay 
Districts), Chapter 74 (Historic District and Historic 
Landmark Procedures), and Chapter 44 (Historic Signs) 

Replace with a new Chapter 74 (Historic 
Preservation Procedures)

Modify Chapter 66 (Historic Preservation Board)

Add definitions to Chapter 87 (Definitions)

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Historic Preservation Board Comments
Comments from the Historic Preservation Board have been 
overwhelmingly positive.  Many of their comments have been 
previously addressed.  Additional comments from the last HPB 
meeting include:  

Details regarding the Supplemental List

Purview of archaeology regarding city roads and utilities

Outreach with stakeholder organizations
All these comments have also been addressed.

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Text Amendments Outreach
Outreach Dates:
• HPB Study Session – Aug. 01, 2023
• Public Meeting – Aug. 24, 2023
• HPB Meeting – Jul. 07, 2026
• Public Meeting – Jul. 21, 2026
Consultation:
• State Historic Preservation Office
• Tribal Historic Preservation Offices
Additional Review:
• Mesa Preservation Foundation
• Mesa City Website (mesaaz.gov/hp)
Required Review: 
• Historic Preservation Board
• Jul. 07 (discussion)
• Aug. 04 (action)
• Planning & Zoning Board
• Jul. 22 (study session)
• Aug. 26 (action)
• Mesa City Council
• Sep. (introduction) 
• Oct. (action)

Historic Preservation
Text Amendments
Questions & Discussion
For additional information, please visit:
mesaaz.gov/hp

Discuss the Proposed 
Amendments to the Mesa 
Historic Preservation Design 
Guidelines
Agenda Item: 3-b  
Planning & Zoning Board
Study Session – July 22, 2026

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Background
Existing Historic Preservation Design Guidelines - 2001
• Only 2 locally-designated Historic Districts at the time
• 218-page document includes several topics not regulated by the MZO
• Hard copy document (scanned and on website)
New design guidelines reflect changing historic resources
• 6 of the 8 locally-designated Historic Districts and 8 of the 11 locally-
designated Historic Landmarks added since 2001
• Wider Distribution; New guidelines can be printed, but will exist 
primarily as a digital document
• PDF format allows for key word searches and embedded links improve 
user-friendliness

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Purpose
Provide guidance for planning, designing, and undertaking 
improvements to Mesa’s historic properties
• Use by property owners/designers/contractors
Improve the design quality of future developments and growth
Assist City staff and the HPB in decision making
• Establishes a basis for determining the appropriateness of 
construction projects
Increase the overall public awareness of Mesa’s historic resources
Protect property values in the districts by discouraging poorly-designed 
and inappropriate projects

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Design Guideline Organization
Chapter 1 – Introduction
Chapter 2 – Certificates of Appropriateness
Chapter 3 – Guidelines for Preservation, Restoration & Rehabilitation
Chapter 4 – Guidelines for Additions
Chapter 5 – Guidelines for New Construction
Chapter 6 – Guidelines for Historic Signage
Chapter 7 – Historic Building Types & Architectural Styles
Appendices:
A, B, C, D, E

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Design Guideline Organization
Appendices
A – City of Mesa Historic Preservation Program
B – Certificate of Appropriateness Review Standards
C – Character Defining Features / Definitions
D – Locally Designated Historic Districts & Historic Landmarks
E – Heritage Neighborhoods

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Chapter 1
Introduction
Describes the purpose for creating the document:
• Assist staff and the Historic Preservation Board in decision making
• Promote appropriate changes to maintain historic character
• Supplement the historic preservation regulations in MZO
Outlines the many uses for the document including:
• Evaluating real estate
• Preparing for home improvements
• Design review guidance 
How to use the document

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Chapter 2
Certificates of Appropriateness
What is subject to as COA (when is a COA needed)
Why COAs are not needed for properties exclusively on the National 
Register of Historic Places
Encourages the use of the guidelines for non-locally-designated 
properties
Provides contact information for the Mesa Historic Preservation 
Office
Details the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of 
Historic Properties and the Standards for Rehabilitation, which is the 
basis of our code.

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Chapter 3
Guidelines for Preservation, Restoration & Rehabilitation
Provides Guidelines for the following topics:
• Character-Defining Features
• Materials and Finishes
• Windows
• Doors and Entries
• Porches, Decks, and Balconies
• Historic Roofs
• Exposed Foundations
• Landscaping and Fences
• Painting

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Chapter 4
Guidelines for Additions
Provides Guidelines for the following topics:
• Addition Placement
• Addition Design
• Roofs
• Dormers
• Doors and Windows
• Porches
• Fences and Walls
• Mechanical Equipment and Solar Panels

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Chapter 5
Guidelines for New Construction
Provides Guidelines for the 
following topics:
• Building Height, Scale, 
Materials
• Building Setbacks
• Roof Shape and Materials
• Doors and Windows: 
Orientation/Proportions
• Porch Design
• Accessory Dwelling Units: 
Location/Scale/Design
• Fences and Walls
• Mechanical Equipment and 
Solar Panels

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Chapter 6
Guidelines for Historic Signage
Provides Guidelines for the 
following topics:
• Compatible Signage and 
Streetscape Character
• Neon Signs
• Signage Types
• Guidelines for Preservation, 
Rehabilitation, and Design

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Chapter 7
Historic Building Types & Architectural Styles
Highlights common residential building types and architectural 
styles found in Mesa
Each building type/style features a description and a list of typical 
features
Photos of Mesa homes provided as illustrative examples of each 
building type/style

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Appendix A
City of Mesa Historic Preservation Program
Background of the Mesa Historic Preservation 
program
Brief overview of:
• City of Mesa Historic Districts and Historic 
Landmarks
• Heritage Neighborhood Recognition Program
• Historic and Cultural Resource Surveys
• Regulatory Compliance
Importance of Historic Preservation for the 
Future

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Appendix B
COA Review Standards
Standards for Alteration, 
Rehabilitation, and/or Additions 
to Existing Structures
Standards for Detached New 
Construction
Criteria for Demolition

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Appendix C
Character Defining Features / Definitions
Physical elements that convey a property's historic identity 
and significance
Express the history, architecture, and cultural significance 
that make a building unique 
Importance of Retaining original materials, design, and 
craftsmanship to preserve a property's integrity and sense of 
place
Help guide thoughtful changes to ensure that repairs, 
alterations, and additions are compatible with the historic 
resource

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Appendix D
Historic Districts & Historic Landmarks
Discussion of Mesa’s historic context
• Early origin 
• Euromerican Settlement 
• Growth and Expansion
• Suburban Mesa in the 1970s
Brief overview of:
• Local Historic Districts
• Local Historic Landmarks

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Appendix E
Heritage Neighborhoods 
Created to help recognize and give status to neighborhoods in 
Mesa that have a unique history that do not have historic 
district designation
Honorary recognition does not explicitly impose additional 
regulations 
The Washington Escobedo Neighborhood and the Lehi 
Neighborhood are currently Mesa’s only Heritage 
Neighborhoods

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Historic Preservation Board Comments
Comments from the Historic Preservation Board have been 
overwhelmingly positive.  All substantive comments and issues have 
been addressed previously.  Many of the recent comments have been 
editorial.  Additional comments from the last HPB meeting include:  

Adding captions to all photos and images

Reference to current building code

Refer to existing HP guidelines

Fencing/wall/mechanical equipment requirements 

Adding information on Heritage Neighborhoods in Appendix

Minimum application/drawing requirements for projects 

Outreach with stakeholder organizations
Staff continues to edit the document based on all feedback.

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Design Guidelines Outreach
Outreach Dates:
• HPB Study Session – Aug. 01, 2023
• Public Meeting – Aug. 24, 2023
• HPB Meeting – May 05, 2026
• HPB Meeting – Jul. 07, 2026
• Public Meeting – Jul. 21, 2026
Consultation:
• State Historic Preservation Office
• Tribal Historic Preservation Offices
Additional Review:
• Mesa Preservation Foundation
• Mesa City Website (mesaaz.gov/hp)
Required Review:
• Historic Preservation Board
• May 05 (discussion)
• Jul. 07 (discussion)
• Aug. 04 (action)
• Planning & Zoning Board
• Jul. 22 (study session)
• Aug. 26 (action)
• Mesa City Council
• Sep. (introduction) 
• Oct. (action)

Historic Preservation
Design Guidelines
Questions & Discussion
For additional information, please visit:
mesaaz.gov/hp

Planning and Zoning Board
City of Mesa

ZON26-00243
Boeing ACA Expansion
Charlotte Bridges

Request
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION
3
•
Development Plan Review for the 
expansion of a manufacturing 
facility
•
Special Use Permit for a height 
exception in the AF Airfield 
Overlay District

Location
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION
4
•
38.0± acres
•
North of McDowell Road
•
East Side of Greenfield Road

General Plan
•
Regional Employment Center 
Placetype, Evolve Growth Strategy
•
Light Industrial
5
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

Zoning
6
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
•
Existing – LI District
•
Limited Manufacturing is permitted 
in LI District

7
Site Photos
Looking east from Greenfield Road
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

• 267,761± sq. ft.
• Single-story, 60 ft. in height
• 3 access points onto 
Greenfield Road
• Administrative Use Permit 
for a shared parking 
agreement
8
Site Plan
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

9
Landscape Plan 
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

10
Landscape Plan
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

11
Materials & Colors
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

12
Elevations
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION
North Elevation
West Elevation

13
Elevations
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION
East Elevation

14
CUP - Elevations
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

15
CUP - Elevations
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

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Renderings
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

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Renderings
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

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Renderings
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

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Special Use Permit
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION
•
SUP for height exception in the Falcon Field Overflight Area 
Three (AOA3)
•
LI District maximum height – 40 feet
•
Requested height: 
•
Top of parapet – 60 feet
•
Top of stair tower – 60 feet

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Special Use Permit – Required Findings
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION
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Advance the goals and objectives of and is consistent with the General 
Plan and any other applicable City plan and/or policies;
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The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed 
project are consistent with the district where it is located;
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The proposed project will not be injurious or detrimental to the adjacent 
or surrounding properties in the area
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Adequate public services, public facilities and public infrastructure are 
available to serve the proposed project.

• Notified property owners within 
1,000’, HOAs, and registered 
neighborhood 
• Neighborhood outreach letter 
mailed May 19, 2026
• No responses were received by 
the applicant
• No phone calls or emails were 
received by Planning
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Notification

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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Findings
Complies with the 2050 Mesa General Plan
Complies with the Falcon Field Sub Area Plan
Complies with Chapter 69 of the MZO for Development Plan Review
Complies with Section 11-7-5(E) of the MZO for a SUP

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Recommendation
Approval with conditions
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – PLANNING DIVISION

Planning and Zoning Board
City of Mesa