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From: Kim Cocuzza To: Jose Castaneda (PND) Subject: Re: GPA-DV_2-21-1 and Z-48-21-1 Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 11:27:40 AM Thank you for the information. Yes I am in opposition, please send the information. Thanks On Tue, Dec 7, 2021 at 11:23 AM Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov> wrote: Kimberly, The subject zoning case is within the City of Phoenix. As such I cannot take your opposition for these cases as I only process cases within unincorporated Maricopa County. That being said, I am a Planner with Maricopa County reviewing a separate project in the area generally located on the SEC of 19th Ave. and Parsons Rd. Case# Z2021051 this case is independent of the projects shown on the subject line. If you are opposed to Z2021051 as well and would like to speak in opposition of Z2021051 please let me know so I can send you the registration link for this hearing as well. Best Regards, Jose Castañeda Planner Planning & Development Desk: 602-506-8358 Jose.Castaneda@Maricopa.Gov P&D is now 100% digital. Find information on our new permit process here. From: Kim Cocuzza <kimcocuzzarealty@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, December 6, 2021 7:44 PM To: david.simmons@phoenix.gov; Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov> Subject: GPA-DV_2-21-1 and Z-48-21-1 Dear Mr. Simmons, I would like to speak at the upcoming meetings regarding the zoning change in our R43 neighborhood. My husband and I are extremely concerned about the changes in our rural lifestyle. The amount of cars that will start near us each day if these projects are allowed will increase the declining air quality we have to breathe each day, we bought here 3 years ago to be in a rural neighborhood, high rise, high density projects threaten this and will cause massive traffic. We can't even get out of our area because of how congested 19th Avenue is. It is dangerous to get out and make a left on 19th Ave from Yearling road and sometimes you have to sit there for 10 minutes to get out. Please have the staff read our message and let us speak. Thank you, Kimberly Cocuzza Realtor 480.616.1675 | KimCocuzzaRealty@gmail.com | aareglobal.com | aare.tv Making dreams come true since 2002! -- Kimberly Cocuzza Realtor 480.616.1675 | KimCocuzzaRealty@gmail.com | aareglobal.com | aare.tv Making dreams come true since 2002! From: Kimberly Eller To: Jose Castaneda (PND) Subject: Re: Zoning Case Z2021051 Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 2:58:38 PM I'm Kimberly Eller. I live at 25406 N 17th ave Phx, AZ 85085 I am abutted to the land requesting to be rezoned from R-43 to R-2. We are opposed to the request to zone to multi family. -We are ONE HOUSE per acre. There is not a want to have such a high density development in our rural horse area. This change in zoning is not wanted and does not coincide with the character of our neighborhood. Please keep R-43 and not go high density housing. Please reject the applicant's request to rezone. Please, DO NOT Recommend this in our neighborhood. Best Regards, Kimberly Eller From: Julie Burns To: Jose Castaneda (PND) Subject: Z2021051 Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 12:29:26 PM Dear Rachel & Jose, Please send the following comments: I'm Julie Burns I live one block from the rezoning request. 1717 W Yearling Road Phx, AZ 85085 We have 5 total neighbors that are abutted to the land requesting to be rezoned from R-43 to R-2. We are ONE HOUSE per acre. There is not a want to have such a high density development in our rural horse area. We have bridle paths set up around the perimeter of our island, around USSA and Norterra development and Fireside. THIS change in zoning is NOT wanted and does NOT fit our character of our neighborhood. All the rezoning cases has set up inconsistently within our neighborhood of R-43. Neighbors think they can sell their R-43 to a developer and it will get rezoned. This is infesting our neighborhood with uncertainty of where we are going. This property MUST stay R-43 and not go high density housing. Our commercial buffer is the Medical zoning that already exist. This is our commercial buffer. You cannot take R-43 and go the high density!!!! Should stay Single Family Zoning. Please reject the applicant's request to rezone. Please, DO NOT Recommend this in our neighborhood. -- Julie Burns, -- Julie Burns, Corporate Secretary Hawkeye Landscaping Inc. Office 623-582-1122 fax 623-434-1814 hawkeyecustomlandscaping.com Mailing Address: 1717 W Yearling Rd Phoenix AZ 85085 Physical Address: 24401 N 15th Ave Phoenix AZ 85027 From: Russell Liebman To: Jose Castaneda (PND) Subject: Zoning case Z2021051 Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 5:43:55 PM I'm Russell Liebman I live at 25408 N 17th Ave. Phx, AZ 85085. I am abutted to the land requesting to be rezoned from R-43 to R-2. We are opposed to the request to zone to multi family. We are ONE HOUSE per acre. There is not a want or need to have such a high density development in our rural horse area. This change in zoning is not wanted and does not coincide with the character of our neighborhood. Please keep R-43 and do not go high density housing. Please reject the applicant's request to rezone. Please, DO NOT Recommend this in our neighborhood. Feel free to contact me if further information is needed. Best Regards, Russell Liebman 928-295-8659 From: Brian Bates To: Jose Castaneda (PND) Cc: david.simmons@phoenix.gov Subject: Zoning on parsons rd Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 8:26:18 PM I purchased my property at 1744 w pardons rd with the knowledge that the vacant land south of my property was zoned for homes on 1 acre parcels, I believe r94 or something like that. There was also supposed to be medical offices right behind the business on happy valley. Changing the zoning now is taking away my certainty of the planning already realized. We have a lot horse properties and it would be sad to see the city or county destroy that by letting some rich developer come in and change our livelihoods. Leave the planning the way it was set to be and find more suitable property to build your high density housing. Thank you and I would also like to speak to you personally. 6233859296 Brian Bates Sent from my iPhone From: Alan Stephenson To: Jose Castaneda (PND); Paul E. Gilbert; Cassandra Ayres Cc: Jen Pokorski (COA); Megan Rosenberger; Denise Archibald; Joshua Bednarek; Samantha Keating; Darren V. Gérard (PND) Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Date: Friday, January 7, 2022 3:10:04 PM Attachments: image006.png image009.png image010.png Mr. Castaneda, The applicant has met with the City on this issue and we are satisfied with the discussion and no longer request a continuance to discuss the matter with the applicant. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Thanks, Alan Alan Stephenson Planning and Development Director alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov (602) 262-6656 FOR DIRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR PDD SECTIONS AND STAFF: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/contact-us FOR EPR TIPS AND STEP BY STEP PROCEDURES: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/onlineservices/electronic-plan-review FOR OTHER DEPARTMENT INFORMATION www.phoenix.gov/pdd From: Alan Stephenson Sent: Wednesday, December 8, 2021 11:36 PM To: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov>; Paul E. Gilbert <pgilbert@beusgilbert.com>; Cassandra Ayres <cayres@beusgilbert.com> Cc: jen.pokorski@maricopa.gov; Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov>; Denise Archibald <denise.archibald@phoenix.gov>; Joshua Bednarek <joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov>; Samantha Keating <samantha.keating@phoenix.gov>; Darren Gerard - PLANDEVX <DarrenGerard@mail.maricopa.gov> Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Mr. Castaneda, Please see attached correspondence from the City regarding a case on the Planning Commission agenda tomorrow morning. Please share the continuance request with the Planning Commission members and let me know if you have any questions. Paul/Cassandra, Please discuss with your client and call me so we can setup a meeting to discuss the case and our annexation concerns. Thanks, Alan Alan Stephenson Planning and Development Director alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov (602) 262-6656 FOR DIRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR PDD SECTIONS AND STAFF: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/contact-us FOR EPR TIPS AND STEP BY STEP PROCEDURES: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/onlineservices/electronic-plan-review FOR OTHER DEPARTMENT INFORMATION www.phoenix.gov/pdd From: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov> Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2021 1:59 PM To: Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov>; Alan Stephenson <alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov> Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Megan, The applicant is requesting to rezone to R-2 with a proposed density of 11 d.u./ac. According to the applicant once they rezone they will then complete the annexation to the City of Phoenix and develop multi-family residential with the City. County staff had no concerns with the proposal as our conversations with the applicant has led us to believe they have been in contact with the City regarding their ongoing rezoning with the County. The case is scheduled to be heard on the December 9th Planning and Zoning Commission and will be voted on at the January 12, 2022 Board of Supervisors hearing. Jose Castañeda Planner Planning & Development [maricopa.gov] Desk: 602-506-8358 Jose.Castaneda@Maricopa.Gov P&D is now 100% digital. Find information on our new permit process here [maricopa.gov]. From: Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov> Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2021 1:48 PM To: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov>; Alan Stephenson <alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov> Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Hi Jose, Thank you for this information. The Clerk department was not aware of the applicant rezoning with the County. Are you able to provide me brief rundown on the details and timeline on this? Thanks, __________________________________________________________________________ Megan Rosenberger │Elections Coordinator- Early Voting & Annexations City Clerk Department - City of Phoenix 200 West Washington Street, 15th Floor Ph: 602.256.3245 phoenix.gov/cityclerk Follow us on Twitter @PHXClerk [twitter.com] From: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov> Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2021 1:23 PM To: Alan Stephenson <alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov> Cc: Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov> Subject: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Hello, I am processing a rezone request for the subject site which is also processing a concurrent annexation with the City of Phoenix. I just wanted to make sure the city is tracking that the rezone is occurring with the county. The applicant has noted that the City is aware of the rezone request and has provided the annexation information noting support for annexation (see attached). The applicant is proposing to rezone to R-2 with a proposed density of 11dwelling units per acre. Let me know if you have any questions. Best Regards, Jose Castañeda Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department [maricopa.gov] 301 W. Jefferson St., Suite 170, Phoenix, AZ 85003 Desk: 602-506-8358 | Fax: 602-506-3282 Jose.Castaneda@Maricopa.Gov P&D is now 100% digital. Find information on our new permit process here [maricopa.gov]. Planning and Development Department DATE: January 13, 2022 TO: Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Jose Castañeda, Planner SUBJECT: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Agenda Item: #2 Since publishing of the staff report, City of Phoenix Planning Director Alan Stephenson advised staff that the City’s previous concerns are being addressed and they no longer have objection to rezoning processing through the County . See the attached email. Attachment: 1/7/22 City of Phoenix E-mail (4 pages) From: Alan Stephenson To: Jose Castaneda (PND); Paul E. Gilbert; Cassandra Ayres Cc: Jen Pokorski (COA); Megan Rosenberger; Denise Archibald; Joshua Bednarek; Samantha Keating; Darren V. Gérard (PND) Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Date: Friday, January 7, 2022 3:10:04 PM Attachments: image006.png image009.png image010.png Mr. Castaneda, The applicant has met with the City on this issue and we are satisfied with the discussion and no longer request a continuance to discuss the matter with the applicant. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Thanks, Alan Alan Stephenson Planning and Development Director alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov (602) 262-6656 FOR DIRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR PDD SECTIONS AND STAFF: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/contact-us FOR EPR TIPS AND STEP BY STEP PROCEDURES: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/onlineservices/electronic-plan-review FOR OTHER DEPARTMENT INFORMATION www.phoenix.gov/pdd From: Alan Stephenson Sent: Wednesday, December 8, 2021 11:36 PM To: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov>; Paul E. Gilbert <pgilbert@beusgilbert.com>; Cassandra Ayres <cayres@beusgilbert.com> Cc: jen.pokorski@maricopa.gov; Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov>; Denise Archibald <denise.archibald@phoenix.gov>; Joshua Bednarek <joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov>; Samantha Keating <samantha.keating@phoenix.gov>; Darren Gerard - PLANDEVX <DarrenGerard@mail.maricopa.gov> Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Mr. Castaneda, Please see attached correspondence from the City regarding a case on the Planning Commission agenda tomorrow morning. Please share the continuance request with the Planning Commission members and let me know if you have any questions. Paul/Cassandra, Please discuss with your client and call me so we can setup a meeting to discuss the case and our annexation concerns. Thanks, Alan Alan Stephenson Planning and Development Director alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov (602) 262-6656 FOR DIRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR PDD SECTIONS AND STAFF: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/contact-us FOR EPR TIPS AND STEP BY STEP PROCEDURES: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/onlineservices/electronic-plan-review FOR OTHER DEPARTMENT INFORMATION www.phoenix.gov/pdd From: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov> Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2021 1:59 PM To: Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov>; Alan Stephenson <alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov> Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Megan, The applicant is requesting to rezone to R-2 with a proposed density of 11 d.u./ac. According to the applicant once they rezone they will then complete the annexation to the City of Phoenix and develop multi-family residential with the City. County staff had no concerns with the proposal as our conversations with the applicant has led us to believe they have been in contact with the City regarding their ongoing rezoning with the County. The case is scheduled to be heard on the December 9th Planning and Zoning Commission and will be voted on at the January 12, 2022 Board of Supervisors hearing. Jose Castañeda Planner Planning & Development [maricopa.gov] Desk: 602-506-8358 Jose.Castaneda@Maricopa.Gov P&D is now 100% digital. Find information on our new permit process here [maricopa.gov]. From: Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov> Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2021 1:48 PM To: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov>; Alan Stephenson <alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov> Subject: RE: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Hi Jose, Thank you for this information. The Clerk department was not aware of the applicant rezoning with the County. Are you able to provide me brief rundown on the details and timeline on this? Thanks, __________________________________________________________________________ Megan Rosenberger │Elections Coordinator- Early Voting & Annexations City Clerk Department - City of Phoenix 200 West Washington Street, 15th Floor Ph: 602.256.3245 phoenix.gov/cityclerk Follow us on Twitter @PHXClerk [twitter.com] From: Jose Castaneda (PND) <Jose.Castaneda@maricopa.gov> Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2021 1:23 PM To: Alan Stephenson <alan.stephenson@phoenix.gov> Cc: Megan Rosenberger <megan.rosenberger@phoenix.gov> Subject: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Hello, I am processing a rezone request for the subject site which is also processing a concurrent annexation with the City of Phoenix. I just wanted to make sure the city is tracking that the rezone is occurring with the county. The applicant has noted that the City is aware of the rezone request and has provided the annexation information noting support for annexation (see attached). The applicant is proposing to rezone to R-2 with a proposed density of 11dwelling units per acre. Let me know if you have any questions. Best Regards, Jose Castañeda Planner Maricopa County Planning & Development Department [maricopa.gov] 301 W. Jefferson St., Suite 170, Phoenix, AZ 85003 Desk: 602-506-8358 | Fax: 602-506-3282 Jose.Castaneda@Maricopa.Gov P&D is now 100% digital. Find information on our new permit process here [maricopa.gov]. Planning and Development Department DATE: January 13, 2022 TO: Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Jose Castañeda, Planner SUBJECT: Z2021051 - Bungalows at 19th Ave. & Parsons Road Agenda Item: #2 Since publishing of the staff report, staff has received one (1) additional letter of opposition. It should be noted that the letter is from an individual whose opposition has previously been included in the report. To-date staff has received 28 letters of opposition from 18 residents of the area. The nature of the opposition consists of concerns over the change in character to the area, higher density proposed within this rural area, impacts of increase in traffic to the subject area, excessive noise, and the potential negative impacts on property values. See the attached email. Attachment: 1/11/22 Letter of Opposition (1 page) From: Rachel Applegate (PND) To: Jose Castaneda (PND) Subject: FW: 1-13 meeting, case # Z2021051 Date: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 6:52:14 AM -----Original Message----- From: James Wh <bruteyfool@aol.com> Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 9:09 PM To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> Subject: 1-13 meeting, case # Z2021051 Dear Rachel, My name is James Whatley and I oppose the zone change request by the Bungalows @ 19th ave and Parsons road. I live in the county island where this is taking place. My neighbors and I are all in agreement and have started a petition to show our opposition against this build. Due to all “in person” meetings being canceled, we are finding it very difficult to have our voices heard. I personally have submitted letters and registered to speak for every meeting. I’ve been unable to connect on my devices and I’m not sure if my concerns are being heard. This is true for other residents as well. My family has lived in this county island for 29 years. All of the parcels here are zoned R-43 ( 1 house per acre). These are large plots with very nice homes, most of which have equine, livestock and large stock. These are family owned residences that have established lives, families and friendships within our county island. The Bungalows want to re-zone the property they acquired to R-2 , and build multi- family rental units . This goes against the guaranteed character of our area and to do so they will have to be annexed into the city for utilities and other amenities. The city has grown and is still growing exponentially around our county island. We experience noise , air and light pollution along with traffic congestion and an increase in crime. We do not want nor do we need these poisons coming into our county island! As a community, we are tired of investors trying to come in and change our zoning. We are tired of investors trying to turn our county island into the city of Phoenix by annexing it one parcel at a time. We are tired of being targeted as an easy profit flip. We do not want as many people squeezed into the smallest place possible for Max profit! We want the peaceful character of our county island upheld, we want our voices to be heard and we want to be protected from profit hunters like the Bungalows and future investment hunters. Please share my comments at this meeting. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, James Whatley Sent from my iPhone