Citizen Participation Plan Final Report

Citizen Participation Pian Final Report
For

Desert River 2
Planned Area Development Amendment

(for Lots 1 through 4)

7302 North 99 Avenue
(NWC of 99!" Avenue & Desert River Boulevard)
24.24 Acres

Glendale, AZ

Case # ZON22-24

Prepared by:

Empire Residential Communities Fund IV, LLC
(ERCIV)
6617 N. Scottsdale Road, #101
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

January 24", 2023

Desert River 2 PAD Revision CPP January 2023

1. Proposed Project

The Desert River property is located at the northwest corner of 99"" Avenue and Desert River
Boulevard. The property is currently zoned Desert River 2 Planned Area Development (PAD),
ZON20-12, and was approved in October 2020 which annotates the existing use as
Entertainment Mixed Use. Desert River 2 (Revision for Lots 1 through 4) PAD has slight
modifications to the previously approved document. This revision adds permitted uses subject
to conditions for senior living, age restricted, memory care, treatment facilities, assisted living,
Indoor New & Used Auto Sales and self-storage to be three stories minimum and auto service
center, all of which are to be located internal to site and not on the frontage within 250 feet of
99th Avenue and Desert River Boulevard. The existing land of lots 1 through 6 is 65.58 acres
but the modification request is only for the 24.24 acres of lots 1 through 4.

We will not provide a specific bubble plan with defined parcel shapes, size, and location
controlling the allowed use, however a very conceptual site plan has been included to allow
more mixed use flow and demand with flexibility based on market demand to shape and size the
parcels as needed. ERCIV will not be the end user, therefore preliminary engineering and
design review will not be included in this request as we will defer to the end user to define their
own site plans.

The result of this slight PAD modification will provide a 24.24 acre multi-use center which will
allow for original uses include office buildings, hotel, medical, and retail.

2. Public Notification Technique

Planning determined that a neighborhood letter was the most appropriate public notification
technique for this project. A copy of the notification letter is included in the CP Plan and was
sent out on January 4, 2023.

3. Notification

The notification area map and a list of property owners are attached in this report. All property
owners in the notification area were notified. Additionally, all interested parties, homeowners’
associations as well as those listed on the Additional Notification list were notified. As required,
labels for each list have been included in this submittal.

4. Interested Parties

This development will greatly improve the surrounding area by completing a large vacant parcel
that has been underdeveloped for a significant period of time due to market changes. The
property is currently vacant land. It is bound by Dignity Health and Credit Union West to the
south; vacant land owned by the City of Glendale to the north; 99°" Avenue and Loop 101 to the
east; and New River Channel to the west. Lot 5, now owned by Alliance, and 6 now owned by
Garrett are under development for an end use of multi-family.

5. Potential Concerns of Interested Parties

We do not foresee concerns from the neighborhood, interested parties and homeowner's
associations in the area due to the fact that the allowed use would be similar to the originally
approved PAD and the updates are extremely minor. In addition, continued development will
add value to the neighborhood.

PAD Required Findings and Conclusion

This proposal is consistent in substance and location with the development
objectives of the General Plan and any adopted specific area plans.

Desert River 2 PAD Revision CPP January 2023

The application is a minor modification to the existing zoning of the property to provide
more unique development opportunities that enhance the City of Glendale and provides
an even more mixed/commercial use.

Build a strong employment base that provides a variety of high paying jobs
for Glendale residents.

The Property continues to offer an employment and commercial mixed-use
development with jobs and retail amenities. Locating a significant employment and
commercial development close to freeways and major arterials is a sound growth
management decision. The location will help serve residential communities as they
develop in the surrounding areas.

The proposal meets or exceeds the City's Design Expectations regarding site
planning, architecture, landscaping, building materials and colors, and screening
of mechanical equipment.

The Project continues to meet the intent of the City’s Design and Development
requirements in providing a higher standard commercial design through quality,
marketable, and sustainable development. All individual commercial pads will require
Design Review to ensure quality and consistent development.

Encourage high quality development that supports new employment
opportunities and enhances the character of the area.

A primary purpose of the PAD is to establish a foundation to encourage, assure and
maintain high-quality development for a mixture of land uses at Desert River 2. Desert
River 2 will continue to restrict certain uses, encourage construction of attractive
employment and retail improvements at appropriate locations and implement rigorous
housekeeping and maintenance standards. Desert River 2 will establish itself as an
attractive location for employers looking for quality retail amenities in close proximity to
the workplace.

6. Communication with Citizens
Individuals are free to call or e-mail Empire Residential Communities at any time during the
application process for comments or questions.

Desert River 2 PAD Revision CPP January 2023

7. Public Notification of Changes
If there are any major changes, a second notification letter will be mailed.

8. Coordination
Communication on any updates and citizen participation results will be communicated to the

project planner via e-mail or phone messages.

9. Schedule

Preliminary CPP submitted to Project Planner for Review December 8, 2022
Pian Implemented January 4, 2023
Notification Letter Sent January 4, 2023
Citizen Participation Plan Report Submitted January 4, 2023

Citizen Participation Plan Final Report January 24, 2023

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iN EMPIRE

RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIES
FUND IV, LLC

January 4'", 2023

Subject: ZON22-24 Desert River 2 (Revision Lots 1 through 4) Proposed Planned Area
Development (PAD) Amendment

Project Location: NWC of 99 Avenue and Desert River Boulevard

Dear Neighbor or interested party:

This letter is to inform you that Empire Residential Communities Fund IV, LLC (ERCIV) is applying for a
slight modification of the existing Desert River 2 PAD pertaining to Lots 1 through 4 only, for the property
located at the northwest corner of 99"" Avenue and Desert River Boulevard. This revision adds permitted
uses subject to conditions for senior living, age restricted, memory care, treatment facilities, assisted
living and self-storage to be three stories minimum and auto service center, including New & Used Auto
Dealership, all of which are to be located internal to site and not on the frontage within 250 feet of 99th
Avenue and Desert River Boulevard. tn addition, indoor new and used auto sales will be allowed. The
existing land of lots 1 through 6 is 65.58 acres but the modification request is only for the 24.24 acres of
lots 1 through 4. A site plan Is attached with this letter for your review.

If you have any questions or concerns, please write, email, or call me at the contact information below.
You may also contact Edward Vigil with the City of Glendale at evigil@alendaleaz.com or 623-930-3071.

Sincerely,

The Empire Group

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Shelby JM Duplessis, PE, LEED AP
President of Land Development
480.846.7971 Shelby@BuiltByEmpire.com

6617 North Scottsdale Road Suite 101 Scottsdale, Arizona 85250
480-546-7900

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NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION AREA

NAME OF REQUEST: DESERT RIVER 2 PAD REVISION

LOCATION: Northwest corner of North 99 Avenue and Desert River
Boulevard

REQUEST: Desert River 2 Planned Area Development Revision to Lots 1 through 4
to update the permitted uses and amend Self Storage Parking
Requirements.

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ZONING DISTRICT: PAD (Planned Area ; CONCIL DISTRICT: Yucca
Development)

FORMAL APPLICATION SUBMITTED: No

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NOTIFICATION AREA

Desert River 2 PAD Revision CPP January 2023

SUMMARY / FINAL
REPORT

Total individuals | 106 Total Participants:
notified:

CONCERNS, ISSUES, PROBLEMS EXPRESSED

Mailed out Notification Letter to 106 participants around the
area in question. We have not received any concerns or
questions at this time.

HOW CONCERNS WILL BE ADDRESSED?

If we receive any concerns, we will address them as they
arrive.

CONCERNS APPLICANT IS UNWILLING TO ADDRESS

HOW THE PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVISED TO ADDRESS

CONCERNS

APPLICANT SIGNATURE AND DATE

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NOTIFICATION AREA MAP
NOTIFICATION LETTER AND SITE PLAN

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NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION LETTER
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ZON22-24

Case No. (if available)

. Desert River 2 PAD Revision
Project Name:

j,__ Shelby Duplessis certify that | am the authorized applicant /

representative to the City of Glendale for the above application, and do hereby affirm
that notice as required for the case noted above has been completed in accordance
with the Citizen Participation Process in the City of Glendale’s Zoning Ordinance, and a
copy of the letter and mailing labels has also been submitted.

Applicant/Representative Signature:

PATRICIAK. SCHIMMOLLER