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Report to the Board of Supervisors
Prepared by the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department
Board Hearing Date:
December 11, 2024
Case #/Title:
CPA240003 – Belmont Industrial
Supervisor District:
4
Applicant/Owner:
Lindsay Schube, Gammage & Burnham, PLC/
Belmont Infraco, LLC
Request:
Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) to change the land
use designation in the Tonopah/Arlington Area Plan from Belmont
Development Master Plan (DMP) to Heavy Industrial. CPA case
approval is by Resolution, attached.
Site Location:
Generally located on the northwest corner of 347th Ave. and Indian
School Rd. in the Tonopah area
Site Size:
Approximately 5,156.8 acres
County Island Status:
None
Additional
Comments:
The applicant on behalf of the property owner is requesting a Major
CPA to change the land use designations listed in the
Tonopah/Arlington Area Plan from the Belmont DMP to Heavy
Industrial to accommodate future industrial uses.
There are no outstanding concerns from reviewing agencies.
Pursuant to state law, staff issued enhanced notification letters to
all adjacent and internal jurisdictions to Maricopa County, select
state and regional agencies and Luke Air Force Base who stated
that this change of designated land use will not have a negative
effect to the base. Staff received two letters from adjacent/internal
jurisdictions of Yuma and Pima Counties expressing no concerns
about this request. Prior to the Commission hearing staff received
one opposition letter from the public concerning this request. The
letter’s author believes that this area is more suitable for residential
land uses and that heavy industrial land uses are incompatible with
the existing rural residential land uses of the area. During the
Commission hearing no one from the public spoke concerning this
request.
December 11, 2024
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Commission
Recommendation:
On 11/7/24, the Commission voted 8-0 to adopt a motion
recommending the Board of Supervisors approve CPA240003.
Presented by:
Martin Martell, Planner
Reviewed by:
Darren Gérard, AICP, Planning Manager
Attachments:
11/7/24 P&Z Packet (29 pages)
11/7/24 P&Z Handout (2 pages)
Resolution (2 pages)
Note:
11/7/24 Draft P&Z Minutes are not available as of the writing of this report but can be
provided upon request later when available.
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Report to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Prepared by the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department
Case:
CPA240003 – Belmont Industrial
Hearing Date:
November 7, 2024
Supervisor District:
4
Applicants:
Lindsay Schube & Michelle Santoro - Gammage & Burnham, PLC
Owner:
Belmont Infraco, LLC
Request:
Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) to change the land use
designation in the Tonopah/Arlington Area Plan from Belmont
Development Master Plan (DMP) to Heavy Industrial
Site Location:
Generally located on the northwest corner of 347th Ave. and Indian School
Rd. in the Tonopah area
Site Size:
Approx. 5,156.8 acres
Density:
N/A
County Island:
No
County Plan:
Tonopah/ Arlington Area Plan – Belmont DMP
Municipal Plans:
N/A
Municipal Comments:
Yuma and Pima counties – No Concerns
Support/Opposition:
None known
Recommendation:
Approve
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Project Summary:
1.
The applicant on behalf of the property owner is requesting a Major Comprehensive Plan
Amendment (CPA) to change the land use designations listed in the Tonopah/Arlington Area Plan
from the Belmont Development Master Plan (DMP) to Heavy Industrial to accommodate future
industrial uses. Under the current Belmont DMP land use designation the area is envisioned to be
a diverse mix of dense residential, commercial, mixed uses, and office land uses. This request to
change the land uses to industrial, is due to a growing demand for more employment
opportunities, especially adjacent to freeways, according to the applicant. One recent change, in
this part of the County and on this site is that in 2021, the preferred alignment for the future
Interstate-11 transportation corridor was published by ADOT and the Federal Highway
Administration. The Interstate-11 corridor is envisioned to link Mexico with Canada though Las
Vegas and will be a mix of freeway and heavy rail. With the future junction of Interstate-10 and
Interstate-11 very close to this site will create new opportunities for enhanced travel, mobility,
trade, commerce, employment, and economic development in this area. By changing the land use
designation on this site to Heavy Industrial will offer the opportunity for distribution/logistic
facilities, warehousing, and energy production facilities instead of traditional suburban residential
development with high water demands in an area with limited access to water. Due to the size of
the project at 5,156.8acres, a major CPA is required. This request once approved would eliminate
a large portion of the Belmont DMP. The site is generally located on the northwest corner of 347th
Ave. and Indian School Rd. The site is comprised of 11 private parcels under a single ownership.
2.
On May 23, 1991, the Board of Supervisors approved the Belmont DMP subject to stipulations
(MP 90-1). On December 12, 2006, the Board of Supervisors approved a Major Amendment of the
Belmont DMP creating the current land use designations of the site for a future mixed use master
plan community (DMP2006001). On June 18, 2008, the Board of Supervisors approved modified
stipulations with revised language (DMP2007009). April 11, 2012, the Board of Supervisors
approved a modification of condition for Belmont DMP that modified a few stipulations and
removed a five year plating requirement (DMP2011006). On December 6, 2023, the Board of
Supervisors approved a CPA for 1,402 acres of the Belmont DMP that borders this site to the
south that modified the land use designation to Mixed-Use to accommodate a future movie studio
(CPA2023012). On August 6, 2024, the Technical Advisory Committee held a meeting to discuss
the first submittal comments with the applicant.
3.
The narrative asserts that the proposed development meets the Comprehensive Plan
Amendment criteria in the following manner:
Whether the amendment constitutes an overall improvement to the Comprehensive Plan and is
not solely for the good or benefit of a particular landowner or owners at a particular point in time.
The narrative states that this request improves upon the existing plan by providing more of a
transition from the planned Interstate-11 transportation corridor and provides a flexible
framework to adapt development phases to market changes. The Heavy Industrial designation
will expand the possibility for economic and employment opportunities in the area, focusing on
economic drivers as opposed to the current residential dominant designation.
Whether the amendment will adversely impact all or a portion of the planning area.
A.
Altering acceptable land use patterns to the detriment of the plan – According to the
narrative, the approval of this amendment will not alter the land use patterns to the
detriment to the Comprehensive Plan. The Heavy Industrial designation is compatible with
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future approved land use patterns for this area and is consistent with land uses that are
generally located adjacent to freeway corridors.
B.
Requiring public expenditures for larger or more expensive infrastructure - The narrative
states that this amendment will not adversely impact the expenditures for infrastructure
improvements as the area is already planned for industrial, commercial, and residential
development. The new freeway with interchange will be paid for and maintained by ADOT.
Moreover, the development of new roadways or improved existing roadways will be paid
for by future developers. Lastly, water and sewer infrastructure will be developed and
maintained by a private company in this area.
C.
Adversely impacting planned uses because of increased traffic – The narrative indicates
that this amendment will not cause adverse impacts to the area due to increased traffic.
Future developers will create new roadways and improve existing roadways capable of
moving much more traffic throughout the site much more efficiently.
D.
Affecting the livability of the area or health or safety of present and future residents –
According to the narrative, this amendment will allow for the development of employment
centers creates a sustainable community that was always envisioned in this location.
E.
Adversely impacting the natural environment or scenic quality of the area in
contradiction to the plan – The applicant states that during the design and development
phases of each project will be thoughtfully created to not adversely impact the natural
environment.
F.
Whether the amendment is consistent with the overall intent of the Comprehensive Plan -
The applicant’s narrative states this amendment will allow for uses that would use less
water than a typical dense residential or commercial retail developments which are
currently designated for this site.
H. The extent to which the amendment is consistent with the specific goals and policies
contained within the plan - The applicant’s narrative contains a substantial list of Goals
and Policies from the Vision 2030 Maricopa County Comprehensive Plan and the
Tonopah/Arlington Area Plan. This staff report identifies which Goals and Policies the
applicant’s narrative addressed, see below.
I.
Vision 2030 Maricopa County Comprehensive Plan
a. Land Use Element – Goal 1, Policy 17: The applicant states that this amendment will
provide more flexibility for employment and economic opportunities along major
freeway corridors while providing a transition to future planned residential
developments, creating a better balance of land uses in the immediate area. Moreover,
according to the applicant, the proposed amendment will provide a better balanced
land use patterns that include non-residential and employment uses into the overall
area.
b. Transportation Element –Policy 9: The narrative states that by appropriately locating
industrial uses along the future freeway, adjacent to the junction of two major
interstate freeways, will provide for mot employment for the area, as well as goods
and services with a reduction in the length of vehicular trips would be expected.
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c. Environment Element –Policy 2: The narrative states that the proposed amendment
supports balanced and efficient land use patterns by providing a flexible framework
for employment to develop, thus being a catalyst to encourage new residential and
retail development in the adjacent area.
d. Economic Growth Element – Goal 1 & Goal 2: The narrative state that this amendment
will contribute to the regional economy and will be a catalyst for more employment
growth in the immediate area. Moreover, the narrative stats that this amendment will
provide long-term economic stability to the area with new employment opportunities.
e. Growth Area Element – Goal 1: The narrative states that this amendment will be more
fiscally and environmentally responsible than the existing approved plan for Belmont
DMP as it will provide more mixed uses and employment/economic opportunities, as
opposed to the planned predominantly residential use base.
f. Water Resources Element –Goal 4, Policy 2: The narrative states the at the time of
construction, the future developers will adhere to modern water conservation
techniques.
g. Cost of Development Element – Goal 2: The applicant states that infrastructure and
utilities associates with any development within the amendment area will be dedicated
or constructed by the future developers as each phase is developed.
J.
Tonopah / Arlington Area Plan
a.
Land Use Element – Objective L.1: The narrative states that this amendment will
provide more effective and functional development patterns along the future
Interstate-11 transportation corridor.
Aerial-photo and Land Use Map
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Current Belmont DMP Land Use Map and Proposed Land Use Maps
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Existing On-Site and Adjacent Zoning / Land Use:
4.
On-site:
Rural-43 / Natural desert
North:
Rural-43 / Natural desert
South:
Indian School Rd. then Rural-43 / Natural Desert
East:
Rural-43 / Natural desert
West:
Rural-43 & R1-6 RUPD/ Natural desert
Utilities and Services:
5.
Water:
Global Water – Belmont Water Company, INC.
Wastewater:
Global Water – Belmont Water Company, INC.
School District:
Saddle Mountain Unified School District
Fire:
Arizona Fire & Medical Authority
Police:
Maricopa County Sherriff’s Office
Right-of-Way:
6.
The following table includes existing and future right-of-way and the future classification based
upon the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Major Streets and Routes
Plan.
Street Name
Existing R/W
Future R/W
Future Classification
355th Ave.
40 feet
40 feet
Principal Arterial
Wickenburg Rd.
40 feet
40 feet
Principal Arterial
Indian School Rd.
40 feet
40 feet
Minor Arterial
Adopted Plan:
7.
Tonopah/Arlington Area Plan (adopted September 6, 2000): This plan designates the site within
the Belmont Development Master Plan (DMP), which planed a variety of residential, retail, mixed-
use, office, and industrial land uses with a primary focus residential land uses. Development
within DMPs should allow flexibility in the master planning of communities and shall consider
innovative designs, mixed land uses, open space preservation, and employment opportunities.
Public Participation Summary:
8.
The applicant posted the subject site and staff notified all property owners within 300 feet of the
site. Pursuant to state law, Staff also issued enhanced notification letters to all adjacent and
internal jurisdictions to Maricopa County, select state and regional agencies and Luke Air Force
Base who stated that this change of designated land use will not have a negative effect to the
base. Staff received two letters from adjacent/internal jurisdictions of Yuma and Pima Counties
expressing no concerns about this request. Staff nor the applicant received any opposition or
support concerning this request.
Outstanding Concerns from Reviewing Agencies:
9.
N/A
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Staff Analysis:
10.
Staff believes the proposed major CPA amendment meets the goals and objectives of both the
Tonopah/Arlington Area Plan and the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The original Belmont DMP
forecasted this area for a large mixed-use master-planned community – essentially a future city
(previously described as akin to Tempe) with a variety of residential, commercial, and recreational
open space land uses. However, current climate and water concerns in this region of the Sonoran
Desert makes developments like the current Belmont DMP less feasible. Moreover, the future
Interstate–11 freeway and rail corridor adjacent to the site makes uses such as distribution
facilities, trucking facilities, and power generation (which tend to use less water than
residential/commercial land use) more optimal for this part of the County. Staff supports this
CPA.
Recommendation:
11.
For the reasons outlined in this report, staff recommends the Commission adopt a motion
recommending that the Board of Supervisors approve CPA2024003.
Presented by:
Martin Martell, Planner
Reviewed by:
Darren Gerard, AICP, Planning Manager
Attachments:
Case Map (1 page)
Land Use Exhibit (1 page)
Narrative Report (15 pages)
Pima County Comments (2 pages)
Yuma County Comments (1 page)
LAFB Comments (1 page)
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Legal Description
BELMONT INDUSTRIAL
Applicant
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Lindsay Schube
Applicant Phone/Email
Parcel Primary:506-39-034
6022564471
lschube@gblaw.com
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MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA
BELMONT
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
Engineering
& Design
2141 E. HIGHLAND AVE., STE. 250
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
P: 602.490.0535
F: 602.368.2436
Formerly
PROJECT MANAGER:
R.GUBSER,AICP
PROJECT NUMBER: 1234
SEPT 2024
PROPOSED LAND USE MAP
COMMUNITY RETAIL CENTER
BELMONT DMP
LARGE LOT RESIDENTIAL (0 - 2 DU/AC)
LAND USE
PROJECT BOUNDARY
LEGEND
RURAL DENSITIES (0-1 DU/AC)
MIXED USE
HEAVY INDUSTRIAL
3,000'
Scale: 1" = 3,000'
0
1,500'
6,000' CASE# CPA240003 BELMONT
19
SECTION NUMBER
RECEIVED 4.SEP 24
CPA240003
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MAJOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
BELMONT INDUSTRIAL NARRATIVE
Located North of the North and West of Indian School Road and 347th Avenue
Request: CPA from Belmont DMP to Heavy Industrial
Case No.
CPA240003
Original Submittal: July 2, 2024
1st Revision: September 4, 2024
Gammage & Burnham PLC / Lindsay Schube & Michelle Santoro
lschube@gblaw.com & msantoro@gblaw.com
RECEIVED 4.SEP 24
CPA240003
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .......................................................................................................................4
PURPOSE OF REQUEST .......................................................................................................................5
RELATIONSHIP TO SURROUNDING PROPERTIES ..................................................................................5
LOCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY ...........................................................................................................6
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ANALYSIS ......................................................................................................6
CONCLUSION .....................................................................................................................................9
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TABLE OF EXHIBITS
EXHIBIT A – Aerial Map
EXHIBIT B – Existing Land Use Map
EXHIBIT C – Proposed Land Use Map
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Belmont Development Master Plan (the
“Belmont DMP”) was approved by the Maricopa
County Board of Supervisors in 1991 with the
intention of providing a diverse mix of uses including
commercial, office, business, manufacturing and
mixed residential use zones. In the time since its initial
approval, the Belmont DMP has undergone two (2)
Major Amendments which updated the land use plan
to reflect changed market conditions and more
modern approaches to planning. The most current
Belmont DMP was unanimously approved by the
Maricopa County Board of Supervisors on June 18,
2008 (Case No. DMP2007009) and encompassed
approximately 24,800 acres, as shown on the image to
the right. Belmont was envisioned to be a sustainable
community and was designed around a Town Center
with surrounding smaller Villages of predominantly
residential development. Although the Belmont DMP
is primarily residential in nature, Mixed-Use
Employment Center (MUEC) and Regional Retail
Center (RRC) land use designations were located
around the several existing and planned interchanges
with the I-10 Freeway.
Since the approval of the latest Belmont DMP land plan, markets have shifted, demanding more
mixed uses and employment opportunities, especially near major freeway intersections. In 2023, the
applicant processed a Comprehensive Plan Amendment requesting to remove 1,147 acres from the
Belmont DMP and amend the land use designation on a total of 1,402-acres to Mixed-Use, to allow for
the development of a movie studio along with retail, hospitality, and light industrial near the
intersection of 339th Avenue and Indian School Road. The most recent amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan was approved by the Board of Supervisors on December 6, 2023 (CPA2023012).
Additionally, in 2021, the preferred alignment for the future I-11 was published by the Arizona
Department of Transportation (ADOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The preferred
alignment is situated along the western edge of Belmont and is envisioned as a multi-use corridor that
will connect Las Vegas to Mexico, creating new opportunities for enhanced travel, mobility, trade,
commerce, job and economic growth. The intersection of two major national highway systems is a
catalyst to spur new economic development in the area.
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The subject property is approximately 5,147 acres as
shown in the image to the right and attached as Exhibit A -
Aerial, (the “Property” or the “Site”). The Property is currently
vacant, desert land that is designated as Belmont DMP. See
Exhibit B – Existing Land Use. The purpose of this request to
modify the land use designation to Heavy Industrial, removing it
from the Belmont DMP. This will allow for greater flexibility of
design and potential uses as the Property develops around the
future major freeway intersection corridor. These future uses
may include a dynamic variety of light industrial (including
warehousing and distribution) and heavy industrial (including
utility generation). By requesting the Heavy Industrial land use
designation, the Site will be primed for these future
developments. This will ultimately lead to the creation of a
major core providing entertainment, employment, and
commercial services to the County.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST
Statement of Specific Application
To facilitate the development of the Site, the Applicant respectfully requests the following:
1. Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Belmont DMP land uses to Heavy Industrial
See Exhibit C, Proposed Land Use Map.
RELATIONSHIP TO SURROUNDING PROPERTIES
There are essentially no immediately adjacent neighbors with several large residential sites
located approximately one-quarter of a mile to the east and west of the Site.
The surrounding properties, uses and zoning are as follows:
Location
Current Comprehensive Plan
Current Use
Current
Zoning
Onsite
Belmont DMP land uses
Vacant
RU-43
North
Belmont DMP land uses
Vacant, Northern Ave
RU-43
East
Belmont DMP land uses & Rural Densities (0-1
DU/AC)
Vacant, 347th Avenue
RU-43
South
Belmont DMP land uses, Rural Densities (0-1
DU/AC), & Mixed Use
Mostly Vacant, Large Lot Rural Residential
RU-43
West
Belmont DMP land uses & Rural Densities (0-1
DU/AC)
Mostly Vacant, Large Lot Rural Residential
& a Solar Farm
RU-43
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LOCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY
The Property is located approximately 7 miles east of Tonopah and generally located between
347th Avenue and 371st Avenue and between Indian School Road and Northern Avenue. The Site is ideally
located for industrial development as it is both remote from any settled areas while being adjacent to
both the future I-11 and Interstate 10. With the Buckeye airport a few miles away and short 4-hour drive
from Los Angeles this is an ideal location for such uses.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ANALYSIS
According to the Maricopa County Comprehensive Plan’s Land Use Guide, the Site is located within
the Tonopah / Arlington Area Plan (the “Area Plan”). Under the designated land uses in the Eye to the
Future 2020 Area Plan, the Site is located within the Belmont DMP land uses. Below is an analysis of how
the amendment meets the intent of the overall Comprehensive Plan.
1. Whether the amendment constitutes an
overall improvement to the Comprehensive
Plan and is not solely for the good or benefit
of a particular landowner or owners at a
particular point in time.
The proposed amendment thoughtfully
considers not only existing land uses but the
future planned/approved land uses for the
area. It improves upon the existing plan by
providing more of a transition from the
planned I-11 freeway and by providing a
flexible framework to adapt development
phases to market changes. The Heavy Industrial designation will expand the possibility for
economic and employment opportunities in the area, focusing on economic drivers as opposed
to the dominant residential designation as previously approved.
2. Whether the amendment will adversely impact all or a portion of the planning area by:
Altering acceptable land use patterns to the detriment of the area plan?
Approval of this amendment will not alter land use patterns to the detriment to the
Comprehensive Plan. The Heavy Industrial designation is compatible with future approved land
use patterns for the area and is consistent with land uses that are generally located along freeway
corridors. The amendment will in fact provide a more acceptable transition to designated
residential uses to north and east.
Requiring public expenditures for larger and more expensive infrastructure improvements to
roads, sewer, or water systems than are needed to support the planned uses.
The amendment will not adversely impact the expenditures for infrastructure improvements as
the area is already planned for industrial, commercial, and residential development. The new
freeway and freeway interchange will be paid for and maintained by ADOT. Additionally, the
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development of new roads or improved existing roadways will be paid for by future developers.
Lastly, water and sewer infrastructure will be developed and maintained by a private company.
Adversely impacting planned uses because of increased traffic?
The amendment will not cause adverse impacts to the area due to increased traffic. Although
currently vacant, as stated above, the area is already planned for a large sustainable community.
This change from the Belmont DMP land uses to Heavy Industrial will not adversely impact traffic.
Additionally, the developers will create new roadways or improve existing roadways that can
move much more traffic throughout the site much more efficiently.
Affecting the livability of area or the health or safety of present and future residents?
Again, the change in designation from the Belmont DMP land uses to Heavy Industrial will not
adversely impact the livability as this amendment will allow for the development of employment
centers creating a sustainable community that was always envisioned and intended here.
Adversely impacting the natural environment or scenic quality of the area in contradiction to
the plan.
The amendment is simply to allow more flexibility and will not adversely impact the natural
environment. During the design and development phases each project will be thoughtfully
designed to not adversely impact the natural environment.
3. Consistent with overall intent of CP
The proposed amendment is consistent with the overall intent of the Comprehensive Plan. This
CPA will allow for uses that would use less water than dense residential/commercial
developments that are currently designated for this site. The area was planned and approved to
be developed into its own sustainable community. This amendment simply allows flexibility to
develop along the future freeway corridor.
4. Consistent with specific goals and policies
The proposed amendment supports specific goals and policies set forth for both the
Comprehensive Plan and the Area Plan as follows:
Maricopa County Comprehensive Plan
Land Use
Land Use Goal #1: Achieve balanced and efficient development patterns.
Response: The proposed amendment appropriately provides more flexibility for
employment and economic opportunities along a major freeway corridor while
also providing a transition to future planned residential developments, creating a
better balance of land uses in the area.
Land Use Policy #17: Maricopa County supports balanced land use patterns that include
various residential, retail, non-retail employment, and public and civic land uses.
Response: While the previously approved Belmont DMP is heavily focused on
residential land uses, the proposed amendment will provide a better balance of
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land use patterns that include non-residential uses and employment into the
overall area.
Transportation
Transportation Policy #9: Maricopa County supports balanced and efficient land use pat-
terns that reduce the number and length of vehicle trips.
Response: By appropriately locating industrial along the freeway, near the
intersection of two major national freeways, providing more employment
opportunities for the area, as well as goods and services, a reduction in the length of
vehicular trips would be expected.
Environment
Environment Policy #2: To help improve air quality Maricopa County supports balanced
and efficient land use patterns where employment, retail and residential land uses are
proximate rather than separate.
Response: The proposed amendment supports balanced and efficient land use
patterns by providing a flexible framework for employment to develop being a catalyst
to encourage new residential and retail development in the immediate area.
Economic
Economic Growth Goal #1: Contribute to an effective regional economy.
Response: The proposed amendment will contribute to the regional economy, not to
mention be a catalyst for more employment growth in the immediate area.
Economic Growth Goal #2: Have a diverse and balanced economy to promote long-term
economic stability and economic resiliency.
Response: The proposed amendment will provide long-term economic stability to
the area with new employment opportunities.
Growth Areas
Growth Areas Goal #1: Achieve orderly urban growth that is fiscally and environmentally
responsible, protects public health and safety and promotes sensible annexation
patterns.
Response: The proposed amendment is in fact, more fiscally and environmentally
responsible than the existing approved plan as it provides more mixed use and
employment/economic opportunities, as opposed to the predominantly
residential base.
Water Resources
Water Resources Goal #4: Increase water conservation.
Response: At time of development and construction, the developer will adhere to
modern water conservation techniques.
Water Resources Policy #2: Maricopa County supports water conservation techniques in
the planning and design of new development.
Response: At time of development and construction, the developer will adhere to
modern water conservation techniques.
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Cost of Development
Cost of Development Goal #2: New development pays its proper and reasonable share of
the costs of new infrastructure, services, and other public improvements.
Response: Infrastructure and utilities associated with any development within the
amendment area will be dedicated or constructed by the developer as each phase
is developed.
Tonopah Area Plan
Land Use Objective L.1
Create orderly, efficient, and functional development patterns and create high quality
residential, commercial, and industrial land developments that are compatible with
adjacent land uses.
Response: As stated above, the proposed amendment will provide more effective
and functional development patterns along the future I-11 corridor.
Economic Development Goal
Promote a growing balanced, efficient, and diversified economy, consistent with available
resources, that enhances quality employment opportunities, improves quality of life, and
is sensitive to the natural and cultural environment.
Response: As stated above, the proposed amendment will allow for the
development of a diverse, quality employment opportunity with many supporting
uses.
CONCLUSION
The proposed amendment will provide the framework for the development of economic
sustainability within the Belmont area. The County will greatly benefit from the increase in the diverse
economic and employment opportunities that are envisioned for this Site.
EXHIBIT A
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PROPOSED LAND USE MAP
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SECTION NUMBER
July 30, 2024
SENT VIA EMAIL
Joseph Mueller, Planner
Martin Martell, Planner
Joel Landis, Planner
Maricopa County Planning and Development Department
301 W. Jefferson Street, Suite 170
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Subject:
CPA24003: Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment – Belmont Industrial
CPA24004: Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment – Preserve at Goldfield Ranch
CPA24005: Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment – Grande Verde Energy Solar Project
CPA24006: Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment – BNSF Intermodal Facility
Dear Mr. Mueller, Mr. Martell, and Mr. Landis:
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on Maricopa County Major Comprehensive
Plan Amendments CPA240003, CPA24004, CPA24005 and CPA24006 for industrial, rural low
density residential, solar energy, and intermodal/logistics facility projects in the county.
The Belmont Industrial major comprehensive plan amendment area is located generally north of
Interstate 10, about 40 miles west of central Phoenix, adjacent to ADOT’s preferred alignment for
I-11. If the proposed I-11 ultimately comes to fruition, the subject property will be located at the
intersection of I-10 and I-11. This proposed amendment will facilitate development of uses to
support trade and commerce.
The Preserve at Goldfield Ranch major comprehensive plan amendment area is located generally
north of State Route 87, east of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. The proposed amendment
requests to change the Preserve DMP land use designation to Rural Densities, resulting in a
reduced residential density. As the amendment site area is undeveloped or developed at very
low densities, this request is compatible with surrounding area.
The Grande Verde Energy Solar project is located at the intersection of State Highway 85 and
Komatke/Gas Pipeline Road, about 10 miles south of the Town of Buckeye and 25 miles north of
Gila Bend. The proposed solar energy generation and storage project is located in a region of
high solar exposure, including other existing solar energy farms and energy production uses, and
is in proximity to adequate energy transmission infrastructure. The project should have minimal
impact on surrounding properties and generation of renewable energy would be a benefit to the
region.
The BNSF intermodal/logistics facility is located between the City of Surprise and Morristown on
the east side of U.S. Highway 60, south of State Road 74. The proposed Intermodal Facility,
Logistics Park and Logistics Center will connect with the existing road and rail networks providing
employment and economic development to the region.
Pima County Development Services Department, Planning Division has no opposition to the
proposed major comprehensive plan amendments.
Sincerely,
Anita McNamara, AICP
Senior Planner
Pima County Development Services Department, Planning Division
Dear Mr. Martell,
The Yuma County Planning and Zoning Division has reviewed Case CPA240003. At this time,
we have no comments to offer other than the following observation: the proposal, as mentioned,
is a predictable subsequent step following the major amendment in 2023. It also prepares
potential uses that align more closely with the future I-11 Corridor. The current mixed-use area
of rural-residential properties to the west will be most affected by the proposed change.
We look forward to seeing this project come to fruition.
Best regards,
Javier Barraza
Senior Planner, Planning & Zoning Division
Department of Development Services
2351 W 26th Street
Yuma, AZ 85364
Telephone: (928) 817-5150
Main Telephone: (928) 817-5000
Javier.Barraza@yumacountyaz.gov
Hi Martin,
Thank you for allowing Luke AFB to make comments on the Major Comprehensive Plan
Amendment to change the land use designation of a 5,157-acre site from Mixed-Use Employment
to Heavy Industrial.
As described in the application, this request will not have a negative impact on Luke AFB Flight
Operations. Since the site will be located inside the “territory in the vicinity of a military airport,” it
will be subjected to approximately 165 over flights per day.
Respectfully,
Mark James
Deputy Director, Community Initiatives Team
56th Fighter Wing
Luke AFB AZ 85309
Office: 623-856-6175
DSN: 896-6175
DATE:
November 7, 2024
TO:
Planning & Zoning Commission
From:
Martin Martell, Planner
SUBJECT:
CPA240003 – Belmont Industrial
Agenda Item: #1
Since the writing of the staff report for this agenda item, staff received one opposition against
this case. The letter was from an adjacent property owner of the site who is concerned that this
request for Heavy Industrial is incompatible with the area’s growing residential developments.
Moreover, industrial developments will disrupt the tranquility of the area and devalue property
values. A copy of this letter is attached.
Attachments:
Opposition Letter (1 page)
Jessica Linn
24810 n 36th dr.
Glendale, AZ, 85310
Jessica9Linn@gmail.com
11/04/2024
Board of Supervisors
Maricopa County
Belmont Industrial
Dear Members of the Board,
I am writing to express my opposition to the Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) request
associated with case # CPA240003, which seeks to change the designation in the Tonopah/Arlington
Area Plan from Belmont DMP to Heavy Industrial. As the owner of property located within 300 feet of
the proposed site, I am particularly concerned about the implications this change would have for our
community and my plans for the future.
The request for heavy industrial zoning in this area is incompatible with the growing residential
developments nearby. The establishment of industrial operations would disrupt the tranquil
environment and undermine the property values and quality of life for current and future residents. I
have long considered the possibility of building my own home in this area, I urge the Board to reject this
amendment and maintain the current designation.
Thank you for considering my concerns. I hope you will take the necessary steps to protect our
community’s future.
Sincerely,
Jessica Linn
[541]-285-7973