Annexation Narrative

City of Glendale — Regular Meeting (2024-02-27)

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Carioca Peoria and Sarival Avenue 
 
Annexation  
 
 
 
 
 
APPROXIMATELY 12.44 ACRES 
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF PEORIA AVENUE AND 
SARIVAL AVENUE 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Submitted: November 10, 2023 
Revised: February 12, 2024 
 
 
Case Number:  
AN-244 
 
 
 
Pacific Western Holdings, LLC

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Development Team 
 
 
Property Owner: 
Pacific Western Holdings, LLC 
Marvin Rose 
2601 W. Dunlap Avenue, Suite 10 
Phoenix, Arizona 85021 
(602)395-2600 
marvin@cariocaco.com 
 
Developer: 
The Carioca Company 
Marvin Rose 
2601 W. Dunlap Avenue, Suite 10 
Phoenix, Arizona 85021 
(602)395-2600 
marvin@cariocaco.com 
 
Architect: 
Esencia, LLC 
Jeffrey Winter 
1743 E. McNair Drive, Suite 200 
Tempe, Arizona 85283 
(480) 755-0959 
Winter@esencia.org 
 
Civil Engineer: 
Helix Engineering, LLC 
Steve Bowser 
3240 E Union Hills Drive, #113 
Phoenix, Arizona 85050 
(602) 788-2616 
SB@hxeng.com

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Project Profile 
 
Project Name: 
Carioca – Peoria and Sarival 
 
Property Owner: 
Pacific Western Holdings, LLC 
 
Assessor Parcel Numbers: 
501-46-023 
 
Current Municipality: 
Maricopa County 
Annexation: 
City of Glendale 
Project location: 
Southeast corner of Peoria Avenue and  
Sarival Avenue 
 
Project Developable Area: 
12.44 Acres (for Annexation) 
 
Current General Plan: 
Low Density Residential (LDR-1) 
Current Zoning 
Maricopa County Intermediate Commercial (C-1)  
 
City of Glendale Zoning: 
Neighborhood Commercial (C-1)

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  Introduction: 
The purpose of this submittal is for an Annexation application request. The subject property is 
currently owned by Pacific Western Holdings, LLC and will be developed by the Carioca 
Company. The subject property consists of approximately 12.0 acres generally located on the 
southeast corner of Peoria Avenue and Sarival Avenue and is identified by the Maricopa County 
Assessor’s Office as APN 501-46-023. The annexation request is a total of 12.44 acres which 
includes the subject property and additional R.O.W. within Peoria Avenue. 
 
The property is currently within the jurisdiction of Maricopa County and is zoned C-1 
(Intermediate Commercial). The property has been identified to be annexed into the City of 
Glendale as part of a previous agreement with the previous landowner. Pacific Western 
Holdings would like to proceed to annex the property from Maricopa County into the City of 
Glendale. This property is also identified with the City of Glendale General plan land use 
designation of LDR 1 - Low Density Residential. The property will fall under the City of Glendale 
zoning of C-1, which allows use for the proposed convenience store/gas station and future 
commercial development on the property. This property is outside the Luke Air Force airport 
disclosure area and traffic pattern. 
 
Site and Surrounding Context: 
The site is currently used for commercial purposes and is currently located in Maricopa County 
Jurisdiction and is zoned C-1 (Intermediate Commercial). However, the site is located within the 
City of Glendale’s planning area and the site is designated as low-density residential on the City 
of Glendale’s General plan. The property is located approximately 0.5 miles to the east of Loop 
303 Freeway, along Peoria Avenue, in an area of the city that is experiencing growth and 
development interest. The northern boundary, Peoria Avenue and north, is currently under the 
City of Surprise jurisdiction. To the north, across Peoria Avenue, is a vacant lot located on the 
hard corner which is zoned PAD for future commercial development and is backed by 
residential, single-family homes, further north and east. The vacant parcels to the west, across 
Sarival Avenue, are within the City of Glendale’s jurisdiction and currently have a PAD zoning 
classification, which is likely to have a large commercial development center in the future. 
Existing residential, R1-35 zoned single family homes, that are within Maricopa County, create 
the Twelve Oaks Estates Subdivision located directly east and south of this property. Twelve 
Oaks Estates Homeowner Association has transferred ownership of a portion of a small 
continuous tract along Peoria Avenue (Tract A) and along Sarival Avenue (Tract C). These tracts 
will continue to be used for drainage control.  
 
Utilities: 
The parcel is located within EPCOR utility service area, and it is anticipated that this project will 
be connected to EPCOR water at time of development. EPCOR sewer is located approximately a 
mile south from this property with no immediate plans to extend the sewer services north to 
this property. City of Surprise sewer is located within Peoria Avenue, but City of Surprise has 
stated it will not service any property outside their jurisdiction. Initially, this property will be 
serviced by an on-site private sewer system until EPCOR sewer is extended north to this 
property boundary.

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Roadways: 
Peoria Avenue is located directly north of this property and is currently controlled by the City of 
Surprise, except for a small 10’-0” tract, located 25’-0” north of our northern property line, that 
is controlled by the City of Glendale. In addition to annexing the entire parcel to the City of 
Glendale, we are requesting to annex the 25’-0” portion of Peoria Avenue from our northern 
property line, north, for a 35’-0” cohesive City of Glendale R.O.W. The inclusion of the 25’-0” 
portion of the ROW would increase the annexation area to 12.44 acres, as part of the overall 
annexation. A new legal description and exhibit has been provided.  
 
General Plan: 
As previously stated, this property is within the City of Glendale’s planning area and the City of 
Glendale’s General Plan currently designates this property as LDR 1 - Low Density Residential. 
This designation will allow for the proposed zoning and the proposed convenience store/fuel 
station. Although there are no current plans for the remainder of the site, it also allows for 
future commercial use development to be consistent with the surrounding parcels to the west, 
northwest and north of the intersection. Our proposed use of a convenience store/fuel station 
is supported by the following goals and policies of the General plan:  
Land Use Element LU-1: Development is guided by sound growth management:  
There is sufficient infrastructure for Peoria Avenue and Sarival Avenue surrounding the site. 
Compatible land uses are anticipated north and west of this site; therefore, the request to 
annex our parcel into the City of Glendale aligns with their general plan and allows for the 
proposed neighborhood commercial use that will service and be complementary to the 
surrounding area. 
 
Zoning: 
Under the current jurisdiction of Maricopa County, the site is zoned C-1 (Intermediate 
Commercial), and it is our intent to keep this same zoning designation under the jurisdiction of 
City of Glendale as C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial), to accommodate for commercial uses that 
will service the surrounding community. The intended uses are those allowed by the City of 
Glendale C-1 zoning classification such as retail, restaurants, drive-through restaurants, and the 
proposed convenience store/gas station. At this time, there are no further plans to develop the 
remainder 8.7-acre of the property. A conceptual site plan has been provided to illustrate a 
possible completion of the overall parcel.  
Permitted Uses will be all the uses allowed under the C-1 classification set forth in the City’s 
Zoning Code. 
• C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) Permitted uses as set forth in the City’s Zoning 
Ordinance 
• C-1 uses subject to conditions as set forth in the City’s Zoning Ordinance 
• C-1 uses subject to Conditional Use Permit as set forth in the City’s Zoning Ordinance 
• C-1 accessory uses as set forth in the City’s Zoning Ordinance 
 
The commercial development on the 12.44-acre site will have street frontage and vehicular 
access along both Peoria Avenue and Sarival Avenue. It is anticipated that the site will have one

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driveway on Peoria Avenue and multiple driveways along Sarival Avenue. No direct vehicular 
and pedestrian access will be provided to the residential properties to the east and south. 
The overall design theme will feature local and southwest inspired material and colors found in 
the surrounding areas. Each tenant will have the flexibility to incorporate their corporate 
branding colors and design. The landscape plan will be used for buffering key areas, giving 
shade and safety for pedestrians. Native plants will be used for the project, which will allow for 
the plants and trees to thrive and conserve water usage. 
  
Financial: 
Financial impact to the City of Glendale, including one-time and reoccurring revenues and 
expenses, is based would reflect other similar project along the Loop 303 corridor area. The 
annexation area will likely generate a positive net financial impact to the city by 2024 with 
revenues exceeding expenditures quickly with current market conditions. It will provide a 
consistent revenue stream as it serves the surrounding community with the City of Glendale as 
well as the City of Surprise community. 
 
Economic Development: 
The proposed commercial development will provide and improve the entertainment and 
lifestyle opportunities in the area while providing job growth and opportunities for the 
surrounding community. The job creation will generate a positive net fiscal impact to the City 
of Glendale in the area. 
 
Civic: 
The site will further the growth of the city and as a result, will impact the surrounding 
communities with much needed services while helping to create a sense of community with 
restaurants, entertainment, and other needed services. The annexation is consistent with the 
City of Glendale’s annexation policy, it will provide long term benefits that the city wants to 
have in Glendale and support their overall community. This annexation allows the city to 
manage urban development, allow for the efficient planning and provision of services, create a 
stronger community, and ensure high quality developments in accordance with city standards. 
 
Planning and Building: 
This annexation will add to maintain the City of Glendale Land Use Program. There are no 
structures, vegetation, or amenities on the property at this time nor will there be any impact to 
existing parks, trails, or open spaces. The project will be designed to ultimately have several 
structures and vegetation throughout the property. Pedestrian connectivity will be provided 
throughout the property as well as to the public right of way. Vehicle access along Peoria 
Avenue will include a bridge over the existing drainage basin along the norther property line. 
 
 
Public Safety: 
Public services will be expected for fire and police as a primary benefit of being of being 
annexed into the City of Glendale. The proposed property will not have a large impact on 
existing programs or services. Fire and police services already service the general area of the 
property. Due to the size and retail nature of the project, the small retail corner will not have a 
major impact on existing services.

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Intergovernmental: 
The property is located outside the Luke Air Force Base airport disclosure area and flight traffic 
pattern. It will have no negative impact to the base while supporting the surrounding 
community with needed services. 
 
Environmental: 
The property and surrounding area were originally farmland serving the valley, which the entire 
area has slowly been transformed to urban development consisting of housing, roadways, and 
commercial office development. There are no significant natural or historic resources located 
within the property.  This type of light commercial development supports Like Air Force Base 
and does not impact flight operations at and around the base. 
 
Conclusion: 
The proposed Annexation will allow for a high-quality commercial project that achieves the 
goals and objectives of the City of Glendale. This is accomplished by bringing much needed 
commercial services to the area. The development is compatible and complementary to the 
existing and actual planned uses in the surrounding area. This proposed development will only 
add to the quality growth seen in the surrounding area and throughout the City of Glendale.