New P&Z Citizen Comments

From: Richard Vales
To: Jennifer Merrill
Subject: Greenfileld Rezoning Dispute
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:40:27 PM
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Ms. Merrill,
My name is Richard Vales, and my wife and I are homeowners directly adjacent to the
proposed zoning change. We moved to Mesa after an extensive search because we were drawn
to its sense of community, its family-oriented neighborhoods, and a pace of life distinct from
more congested cities nearby.
I am writing to oppose the rezoning request for 1544 N. Greenfield Road. This proposal
would place a dense, 30-unit multifamily development immediately behind our property,
which raises several concerns:
1. Traffic and Congestion: Greenfield Road is already heavily traveled, and additional
units will increase congestion, turning conflicts, and safety issues.
2. Neighborhood Compatibility: This project shifts the area from low-density single-
family homes to a much denser multifamily use, which is not consistent with the
surrounding neighborhood’s character.
3. Privacy and Noise: A multi-unit structure bordering our backyard will directly affect
our privacy, noise levels, and overall enjoyment of our home.
4. Property Values: Rapid densification such as this often reduces adjacent single-
family property values, which is a serious concern for us and our neighbors.
We chose Mesa specifically for the qualities that projects like this threaten to erode. I
respectfully request that the Board deny this zoning change or require significant
modifications that align with the existing neighborhood scale and character.
Thank you for considering our perspective as directly impacted homeowners.
Sincerely,

Richard Vales
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Richard Vales

From: K & L Holdings, LLC
To: Jennifer Merrill
Subject: Planning and Zoning Notice - 1544 N. Greenfield Rd.
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 8:22:45 PM
Attachments: Planning and Zoning Board Notice.pdf
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Jennifer,
I received the attached notice for 1544 N. Greenfield Rd. My family owns a commercial
property on the east side of Greenfield Rd. This seems like a great development for that
vacant lot.
Jared Phelps
K&L Holdings LLC

From: Wendy Wise
To: Jennifer Merrill
Cc: Cassidy Welch; Richard Ruskin
Subject: Re: Greenfield Multifamily (ZON21-00066)
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:33:32 PM
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Public Notice Letter received.pdf
6 - Elevations and Floor Plans.pdf
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Jennifer:
I appreciate your returning my call today and for the email forwarding the elevation drawings.
Wendy
On Sep 10, 2026, at 12:34 PM, Jennifer Merrill <Jennifer.Merrill@MesaAZ.gov>
wrote:
Hi Wendy,
Sorry for the duplicate email. I wanted to include Cassidy Welch.
Thank you for your phone call regarding the Greenfield Multifamily project proposed
near your home (Case No. ZON21-00066).
Per our conversation, I’m providing the updated building elevation drawings.
I did a search through the public DIMES portal and unfortunately the newest records in
DIMES are not visible through our website. However, I can email you documents upon
request.
You can access older information about the project through the Development Services
Dept website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Business-Development/Development-
Services.
1. Scroll down to the blue boxes towards the bottom of the page and click on
“Apply for Permit / Permit Status (DIMES)”
2. To use DIMES, you’ll need to create an account by entering your email address
and creating a password.
3. In the blue circle area of the page, click on “Search Records”.
4. In the upper right portion of the page, enter the case number (ZON21-00066) and
click the magnifying glass (in green).

5. Under ‘Records', click ZON21-00066.
6. Click on ‘Record Info’, and then ‘Download Documents’. The newest documents
available are from February of this year.
I also double-checked the mailing list (which is one of the documents you should be
able to see online) and it looks like you should receive a letter of Public Notice of the
Planning and Zoning Board hearing scheduled for September 23rd. The mailing list
includes City staff and I’m attaching my copy to this email – I just received it today.
Let me know if you would like any additional documents, or have any additional
questions.
Thank you,
Jennifer
Jennifer Merrill│ Senior Planner | Development Services
Tel: (480) 644-6439
55 N. Center St │ Mesa │ AZ │ 85201
Office Hours: M-Th 7am to 6pm | Closed Fridays & Holidays

From: Wendy Wise
To: Jennifer Merrill
Cc: Cassidy Welch
Subject: ZON21-00066
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026 1:54:21 PM
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Dear Jennifer and Cassidy,
My husband, Dave, and I live behind the proposed development at 1544 N.
Greenfield Road. I am writing to formally oppose the zoning change that would
permit a 30-unit apartment complex next to existing single-family homes. Although
I recognize the need for thoughtful growth, this proposal is incompatible with the
surrounding neighborhood and raises serious concerns about density, property
values, and the developer’s lack of responsiveness to neighbors’ concerns.
The proposed 30-unit complex is simply too dense for this location. The
surrounding area consists of established single-family residences, and introducing a
multi-unit development of this scale would drastically alter the character of the
neighborhood. Increased traffic and noise are all foreseeable outcomes. The
project’s massing and density far exceed what the current zoning was designed to
accommodate.
Neighbors have valid concerns about how this high-density project could affect
property values. Although the developer has revised the original design, it still does
not provide an appropriate transition between the existing homes and the proposed
development, which could reduce the appeal and value of nearby residential
properties. Responsible planning should protect both the character of the
neighborhood and homeowners’ investments.
Additionally, the developer’s request to reduce setbacks to the minimum allowable
levels is also troubling. Setbacks serve a vital purpose: they provide space, privacy,
and safety buffers between properties. Reducing them to such an extent is
inconsistent with the established residential pattern of the neighborhood and would
create a visually crowded and intrusive environment.
Finally, although the developer held neighborhood meetings after the last Design
Review Board meeting, they appeared to serve primarily as a formality so he could
report to the Planning and Zoning Committee that they had occurred. The developer
did not seem genuinely interested in addressing neighbors’ concerns and, at times,
dismissed them as invalid. In addition, the most recent neighborhood
meeting—which I could not attend because of prior commitments—was held in the
middle of the day at a location far from both the proposed development site and our
neighborhood.
For these reasons, I respectfully urge the Commission and Council to deny the
zoning change or, at a minimum, require substantial revisions that reduce density,

and restore appropriate setbacks.
Thank you for your consideration of our concerns.
Wendy and David Wise

March 6, 2026
To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed multifamily project being developed near
the Greenfield corridor. My office at Bonding Solutions is located within approximately 1,000
feet of the property, so I am very familiar with the area and the current condition of the site.
At present, the parcel is largely unused and does not contribute much to the surrounding
neighborhood. Development of the property would be a meaningful improvement to the area. A
well-designed residential project would bring activity, stability, and a more attractive
streetscape to a portion of the corridor that currently lacks both.
From a business owner’s perspective, thoughtful development like this typically strengthens
nearby commercial areas. Additional residents support surrounding restaurants, retail, and
service businesses. That type of local patronage helps small businesses thrive and makes the
area feel more active and connected.
Based on the scale and location of the project, I do not believe it will create a meaningful traffic
burden. This section of the corridor already accommodates regular commercial traffic patterns,
and the proposed residential use appears consistent with the surrounding growth occurring in
this part of Mesa.
Most importantly, replacing an underutilized dirt parcel with a professionally planned residential
community would significantly improve the visual character of the area. Development that is
well maintained, landscaped, and occupied adds long-term value to neighboring properties
and contributes to a more welcoming environment for both residents and businesses.
For these reasons, I support the project and believe it would be a positive addition to the
Greenfield area.
Please feel free to contact me if any additional perspective from a nearby business owner
would be helpful.
Sincerely,
Taylor Wilstead
President
Bonding Solutions LLC
taylor@bondingsolutions.com
480-835-6745
1635 N GREENFIELD RD STE 127, MESA, AZ 85205 | P: 480.835.6745 | F: 480.898.7560 | WWW.BONDINGSOLUTIONS.COM