Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes 6.3.2026

Meeting Minutes 
Planning and Zoning Commission 
Regular Meeting 
June 3, 2026 I 5:30 p.m. 
Chandler City Council Chambers 
88 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ 
Call to Order 
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The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Koshiol at 5:30 p.m. 
Roll Call 
Commission Attendance 
Chair Sherri Koshiol 
Vice Chair Tom Bilsten* 
Commissioner Mike Quinn 
Commissioner Ryan Schwarzer 
Commissioner Tracy Ducharme 
Commissioner Dan Gauthier* 
*= Indicates Telephonic Attendance 
Absent 
Commissioner Charlotte Golla- Excused 
Pledge of Allegiance 
Staff Attendance 
David de la Torre, Acting Planning Ad min. 
Lauren Schumann, Acting Planning Manager 
Alisa Petterson, Senior Planner 
Mikayela Liburd, City Planner 
Darsy Smith, City Planner 
Thomas Allen, Assistant City Attorney 
Danielle Smee, Clerk 
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Schwarzer. 
Scheduled and Unscheduled Public Appearances 
Members of the audience may address any item not on the agenda. State Statute prohibits the 
Board or Commission from discussing an item that is not on the agenda, but the Board or 
Commission does listen to your concerns and has staff follow up on ahy questions you raise. 
.

Announcements 
1.
Recognition of Former Planning and Zoning Chair Rick Heumann
DAVID DE LA TORRE, ACTING PLANNING ADMINISTRATOR, recognized former Planning and 
Zoning Commission Chair, Rick Heumann. MR. DE LA TORRE recalled Rick's past years serving on 
the Commission, noting that result of Rick's contributions to the city and that he has helped make 
Chandler the best city to live in. 
MR. HEUMANN was presented with a plaque as well as a photograph, made with Al, depicting MR. 
HEUMANN as a "True Guardian of Chandler" superhero. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL thanked MR. HEUMANN for his guidance and involvement over the years. 
MR. HEUMANN thanked the planning staff, complimenting their level of commitment over the 
years and wished for the Commission to continue to make Chandler great. 
Consent Agenda and Discussion 
2.
May 6, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
Move Planning and Zoning Commission approve Planning and Zoning Commission meeting 
minutes of the Study Session of May 6, 2026 and Regular Meeting of May 6, 2026. 
4.
Rezoning, Preliminary Development Plan, Arizona Commerce Center-Request to
Withdraw
Move Planning and Zoning Commission withdraw PLH25-0037 Arizona Commerce Center located 
at the southwest corner of Arizona Avenue and Ryan Road as requested by the applicant in order 
to re-advertise at a later date. 
5.
Use Permit and Entertainment Use Permit, Val's Bar
Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Use Permit for bar and 
Entertainment Use Permit PLH26-0004 Val's Bar to allow live entertainment, TV screens, and 
speakers indoors and outdoors, located at 118 and 108 W. Boston Street, generally located west 
of the northwest corner of Arizona Avenue and Boston Street, subject to the conditions as 
recommended by staff. 
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6.
Entertainment Use Permit, Lola's Liquors
Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Entertainment Use Permit 
PLH26-0009 Lola's Liquors located at 64 S. San Marcos Place, subject to conditions as 
recommended by staff. 
Consent Agenda Motion and Vote 
CHAIR KOSHIOL reminded the audience of the Consent Agenda Items. CHAIR KOSHIOL inquired if 
any person wished to speak about the Consent Agenda items. A woman did raise her hand 
inquiring about the Arizona Avenue and Guadalupe Road case, which CHAIR KOSHIOL stated she 
would be able to speak about that Item when the Commission gets to the Action Agenda. 
COMMISSIONER QUINN motioned to approve the Consent Agenda Items (Items 2, 4, 5 and 6), 
seconded by COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER. 
Motion passed unanimously (6-0). 
Action Agenda and Discussion 
3.
Rezoning, Preliminary Development Plan, Arizona Avenue and Guadalupe Road
Rezoning 
Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Rezoning PLH25-0006 Arizona 
Avenue and Guadalupe Road, Rezoning from Agricultural District (AG-1) to AG-1 /Planned Area 
Development (PAD) for deviations in lot size and setbacks, located½ mile north of the northeast 
corner of Arizona Avenue and Elliot Road, subject to the conditions as recommended by 
Planning staff. 
Preliminary Development Plan 
Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Preliminary Development Plan 
PLH25-0006 Arizona Avenue and Guadalupe Road for the layout of six parcels ranging from 
approximately 33,000-38,000, located½ of a mile north of the northeast corner of Arizona 
Avenue and Elliott Road, subject to conditions as recommended by planning staff. 
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DARSY SMITH, CITY PLANNER presented PLH25-0006, Arizona Avenue and Guadalupe Road. MS. 
SMITH reviewed the location and current zoning of the area. MS. SMITH provided some 
contextual background on the surrounding area, including the houses in the subdivision utilizing 
septic tanks. 
The intent of this proposal is to maintain the rural agrarian qualities of the current 
neighborhood, with the addition of six single family lots ranging from 33,000-38,000 feet. The 
applicant is requesting a deviation in the minimum lot size allowed under AG-1 and a reduction 
in side yard setbacks to 15 feet, with all other AG-1 requirements and allowances in place. 
A neighborhood meeting was held on August 25, 2025, with 37 residents in attendance. At this 
meeting, neighbors were concerned about the request for rezoning to SF-33 due to the uses 
permitted. The Applicant agreed to rezone to AG-1 with a PAD overlay for the reduced setbacks. 
MS. SMITH provided background on the sewer line being brought in with new housing lateral to 
the existing neighborhood, noting any property within 300 feet of the sewer line would have to 
tie in should their septic system fail or need to be expanded, which could create a "daisy chain" 
effect to encompass a large portion of the neighborhood. It was noted the existing properties 
would have to pay a significant amount as part of a buyback agreement with the owner of the 
property. MS. SMITH noted that the owner agreed to extinguish the buyback agreement and 
clarified which specific lots would be affected by the additional sewer being added to the 
neighborhood. 
A second neighborhood meeting was held on April 22, 2026, with 19 residents in attendance. 
Residents were reportedly pleased with the changes for the rezoning to AG-1 and were okay 
with the reduced setbacks. Additionally, the applicant presented the termination of the buyback 
agreement and showed a sewer feasibility memo which showed 12 lots that would be required 
to tie into the sewer lateral. 
Public Works and Utilities Staff reviewed the sewer feasibility agreement and determined that 
the sewer extension would only have impact on four homes (on the east side of Washington 
Street) due to the size of the pipe and the depth of the sewer. The applicant was asked to rework 
that document to reflect the new findings, and it was provided to Commissioners in the 
addendum before them. Staff has received four letters of opposition and two letters with 
proposed changes, also provided to the commissioners. 
Staff recommended the approval of the request with stipulations. 
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CHAIR KOSHIOL opened the floor for questions from Commissioners to staff. 
COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER asked about the width of the driveway regarding Lot 5 and Lot 6, 
stating it looked tight for the area. 
MS. SMITH stated the applicant may have a better idea of the spacing. 
COMMISSIONER GAUTHIER asked about the extinguishment of the buyback agreement and 
inquired if there were any economic effects on those remaining four lots in the absence of a 
buyback agreement. 
MS. SMITH deferred to DAVID DE LA TORRE, PLANNING ADMINISTRATOR. 
MR. DE LA TORRE noted that there would not be a buyback agreement, the four lots would not 
have to pay that but there would be fees from the city for those residents tie into the sewer. 
COMMISSIONER QUINN asked if the residents in the area had the option and not the obligation 
to tie into the sewer. 
MR. DE LA TORRE stated that if their septic fails, they would be required, per city code, to tie into 
the city sewer. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL noted that some of the letters provided by residents included proposed 
changes and asked MS. SMITH to elaborate. 
MS. SMITH noted that there were letters from a resident, named John, requesting decreased 
setbacks for the existing neighborhood. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL noted she had a speaker card from that resident, and he would get to speak 
later in the presentation. 
COMMISSIONER QUINN inquired how many homes in the area were in the 33,000 square foot 
range and how many were below that square footage. He also inquired about if they were 
already existing lots if they were "grandfathered" in as buildable lots. 
MS. SMITH elaborated that the lots existing were already annexed into the city that way and 
were therefore allowed to be so. The lots proposed today would have to meet the current code 
requirement with a minimum of an acre, which is why the applicant was requesting the 
deviation. 
COMMISSIONER QUINN asked about the memo from resident John Webster, who stated in his 
memo that in the existing neighborhood there were lots that were as low as 31,600 square feet, 
which would already be approved at that size. 
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MS. SMITH reported that would be correct, stating it would be the legal non-conforming. 
MR. DE LA TORRE specified that the request today is only for the proposed six lots and not the 
existing lots in the neighborhood. The standards that are being considered today are only for 
the proposed lots. 
ANDREW MILLER, ATTORNEY, presented on behalf of the applicant. MR. MILLER reviewed that 
the original plan for the area was a butterfly farm and that though that did not pan out, the 
applicant would like to develop this land into something useful. 
MR. MILLER reviewed the process in working with staff and how the team worked to design 
something that looked comparable to the existing neighborhood. MR. MILLER acknowledged 
the neighbors in the surrounding area and their involvement in this process, including amending 
the standards to be like what is being proposed today for the entire neighborhood. 
MR. MILLER stated that the current proposal mirrors the existing neighborhood and also noted 
that some of the existing homes have a view of dirt and then Arizona Avenue, which will change 
from just dirt and the cars going by for some of the existing homes. MR. MILLER reported that 
there would be a consistent 8-foot wall built all the way down Arizona Avenue as well. 
MR. MILLER reported that the side yard setbacks will be 15 feet, which he noted received 
positive feedback from neighbors. He noted there is one existing structure on the property that 
will be demolished. 
MR. MILLER elaborated on the termination of the buyback agreement and the existing sewer 
memo, reiterating that the specified existing lots would only have to tie into the sewer if their 
septic fails, according to city code. 
MR. MILLER concluded that this is an infill property and has sat vacant for many years; this is a 
project that would be thoughtfully designed lots that are consistent in character and density in 
the surrounding area. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL opened the floor to commissioners to ask MR. MILLER questions. 
COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER inquired about the landscaping in the area between the wall and 
Arizona Avenue. 
MR. MILLER noted that the land he is referring to is not something they own, stating it was 
owned by ADOT and was for retention, so there was no plans for landscaping at this time. He 
noted that it will still look like the surrounding area. 
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COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER asked if city staff could coordinate with ADOT on the possibility of 
landscaping the area. 
MR. DE LA TORRE stated that the city does own that space, not ADOT. Landscaping would be 
reviewed by the city. 
COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER stated it would be a stark contrast with an 8-foot wall and no 
landscaping. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL asked about the width of the drive aisle in the southern lots, as previously 
mentioned. 
MR. MILLER reports the driveway in question is 20 feet. He noted that the lots were mostly north 
facing lots, and that there would be a driveway there to create separation between lots, as 
opposed to a side yard wall. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL asked MR. MILLER to back up to the slide of the lots and asked for further 
clarification on the drive aisle. 
MR. MILLER reported that they had a few options as to how the homes could be designed to 
allow for the driveways between the lots and they would work with builders on this, ideally 
having the driveways as far from Arizona Avenue as possible. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL inquired about the walls that divide lots also being 8 feet tall. 
MR. MILLER reported that those dividing walls would be "standard height." 
CHAIR KOSHIOL inquired about the service stubs (colored in magenta on the map) and asked if 
the applicant was committed to installing those stubs. 
MR. MILLER reported the applicant would do whatever code requires or what staff/city code 
would like to see, noting they did not want to force others to have to connect to the sewer if they 
did not have to. MR. MILLER asked if the stubs would be a requirement by city code. 
DANA ALVIDREZ, ENGINEERING SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR, stated it was not required but was 
requested of the applicant since they will have construction in the roadway already so can be 
installed while the road is open for construction and would be ready to be utilized, if needed. 
COMMISSIONER DUCHARME inquired if there was a way to make that sewer requirement 
optional for those existing homeowners that may be impacted. 
MR. MILLER described that as a "Herculean effort" as the sewer code would need to be 
amended. 
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CHAIR KOSHIOL then called upon speakers who completed a speaker card. 
GAIL DEAL (251 W. Redfield Rd, Chandler) spoke in support of the project, stating he would love 
to have houses there instead of dirt lots. 
JOHN WEBSTER (324 E. Tremaine Drive, Chandler) stated he would like to see the characteristics 
of the applicant's proposed PAD overlay go across the existing neighborhood area so that the 
existing lots could be legal conforming lots. He additionally referenced that he, as well as others 
in the area, would like to see 15-foot rear setbacks. He also stated that for those four lots that 
could be required to tie into the sewer, the cost could be significant, so MR. WEBSTER suggested 
that if septic failure happens on those lots, those homeowners could go back to Maricopa 
County to address if they wish to. 
ROBIN ANDERTON (248 E. Campbell Road, Chandler) spoke against the rezoning, stating that the 
current owner does not intend to build on the property and that rezoning determinations 
should be made when the actual owner/developer intends to proceed with building so that the 
proposed site could be appropriately vetted. She concluded that the community has not hired or 
elected anyone to speak on behalf of the entire neighborhood. 
ZOE ALTO (225 E. Campbell Road, Chandler) inquired about safety and visibility with the 8-foot 
wall that is being proposed, specifically regarding turning left from Campbell Road onto Arizona 
Avenue. 
DANA ALVIDREZ stated they would have to conduct studies and review the design process for 
that area to ensure safety. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL opened the floor for commissioner's questions for staff, the applicant or 
speakers. 
COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER asked if all individual parcels will have onsite retention. 
MR. MILLER reported that all lots will have onsite retention. 
COMMISIONER SCHWARZER inquired if there was any concern on the city side with the 
increased building request for building coverage for onsite retention. 
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MR. DE LA TORRE stated staff would be in support of keeping lot coverage at 40% to be 
consistent with AG properties and would allow for the onsite retention to remain with the option 
to build additional structures, if needed. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL asked if MR. DE LA TORRE could explain the next steps in the process once the 
properties are rezoned. 
MR. DE LA TORRE explained that if City Council approves the zoning, the next step would be to 
re-PLAT those properties in question. He reported staff would review this and ensure all 
requirements are met for city code. Once a final PLAT is approved then it would move forward 
with permits and building could commence. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL reiterated that as documents come through, staff would review to ensure they 
are conforming with city code. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL invited the applicant/MR. MILLER up to make final comments. 
MR. MILLER complimented staff on their thoroughness and that he appreciated the 
neighborhood feedback that was received throughout this process. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL closed the floor for speakers at this time. 
COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER thanked the neighbors for coming to this meeting, noting that it 
helps the neighbors to come out and speak and show support or express concern. He stated 
that this proposed use is one better suited for this area, noting that it would be better than 
town homes or something similar for the space. He noted that lots B4 and BS seem "forced" and 
maybe could be one larger lot, but that otherwise felt it was a generally good plan. 
VICE CHAIR BILSTEN stated that he also believes that this is closest to mirroring the existing 
surrounding neighborhood. 
CHAIR KOSHIOL agreed with COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER, stating she liked seeing the 
community come together, and encouraged the neighbors to continue to be good neighbors to 
each other even if they have differing opinions. CHAIR KOSHIOL wanted to highlight to have the 
applicants continue to work with staff and continue to engage those four lots that have the 
possible sewer tie in options and installing the stubs now to have as an option for the future. 
MR. DE LA TORRE inquired if CHAIR KOSHIOL wanted a formal stipulation to be added regarding 
the stub installation. 
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CHAIR KOSHIOL expressed that she was just encouraging that the stubs be installed for the 
future and she wanted to make sure the neighbors understand the process for the future, 
should their septic fail. 
Action Agenda Item No. 3 Motion and Vote 
COMMISSIONER QUINN motioned to approve Item 3 as presented, seconded by 
COMMISSIONER SCHWARZER. 
Motion approved (5-1) with COMMISSIONER DUCHARME dissenting. 
Member/Staff Comments 
None. 
Calendar 
The next regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Wednesday, 
June 17, 2026, in the Chandler City Council Chambers, located at 88 E. Chicago Street, Chandler. 
Adjourn 
The meeting was adjourned at 6:44 p.m. 
David de la Torre, Secretary 
Sherri Koshiol, Chair 
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