06. Z2021104 Staff Report

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Report to the Planning and Zoning Commission 
Prepared by the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department 
 
 
Case: 
Z2021104 – Trapeze Training Facility 
 
 
 
 
 
Hearing Date: 
July 27, 2023 
 
Supervisor District: 
1 
 
 
 
  
 
Applicants/Owners: 
Dylan and Kati Philips  
   
Request: 
Special Use Permit (SUP) for recreational open-air facilities to facilitate a 
flying trapeze and circus training facility 
 
  
 
Site Location: 
Generally located approx. 960’ north of the NWC of Chandler Heights Rd. 
and 182nd St. in the Queen Creek  area 
 
  
Site Size: 
Approximately 2.47 acres 
 
Density: 
N/A 
 
County Island:  
Yes (Town of Gilbert/Town of Queen Creek)  
 
 
County Plan: 
Rural Development Area (0-1 d.u./ac)  
 
Municipal Plan: 
Town of Queen Creek – Rural 
 
Municipal Comments: 
None received to date  
 
Support/Opposition: 
Three support letters 
 
Recommendation: 
Approve with conditions

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Project Summary: 
 
1. 
The proposed SUP for recreational open-air facilities will allow the property owners to operate a 
small-scale training facility to teach circus skills such as trapeze acrobatics, slackline, juggling, 
as well as other acrobatic and flexibility practices.  The site will utilize a small existing barn for 
equipment storage.  There will be a permanently installed trapeze apparatus on site.  Lights will 
be affixed to the trapeze structure for safety and visibility in the latter hours of operation. The 
site will be accessed off 182nd St. and parking will be provided on site and will be covered with 
ground asphalt millings bound by a liquid emulsifier.  A permanent ADA bathroom will be 
provided near the parking lot.  The applicant is not proposing any additional site screening aside 
from an existing chain-link fence which is surrounded by shrubs, brush, and trees. Operations 
are expected to be during the morning (8 am to 12 pm) and the evening (6 pm to 9 pm).  The 
applicant anticipates three two-hour classes per day, with a maximum attendance of 10 
students per class.  In addition to regular classes the applicant will offer three to four group 
events per week, with group event attendance ranging between ten and twenty people and will 
mostly be oriented towards children, with parents also in attendance.  Group events will be 
limited to two hours and will not include food or catering.  The applicant is requesting that a 
height of 34’ be allowed for the trapeze structure as the size and height of the structure is not 
adjustable. 
 
Example of Existing Perimeter Vegetation 
 
 
2. 
The property was subject to violation case V202000374, initiated on March 10, 2020, which was 
for the alleged operation of a commercial gymnastic operation in the rural-43 zoning district.  
While inspection of the site identified the erection of a large acrobatics structure for which no

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permits had been obtained, the code enforcement team was not able to verify business 
operations had been conducted on site. As such, the violation case was dismissed on September 
1, 2020.  After the violation was cleared the applicants attended a pre-application meeting to 
discuss the potential of a SUP for a small circus training business. Formal submittal of the SUP 
application occurred on September 7, 2021 and the technical advisory committee meeting was 
held on October 19, 2021. 
 
2023 Aerial Image 
 
 
 
Zoning Exhibit

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Excerpt from site plan 
 
Existing On-Site and Adjacent Zoning / Land Use: 
 
3. 
On-site: 
 
Rural - 43 / single-family residential 
North: 
Rural - 43 / single-family residential  
South: 
Rural - 43 / single-family residential 
East: 
Rural - 43 / single-family residential 
West: 
Rural - 43 / single-family residential 
 
 
Utilities and Services: 
 
4. 
Water: 
 
Town of Queen Creek 
Wastewater: 
Septic 
School District: 
Chandler Unified School District 
Fire: 
Queen Creek Fire and Medical 
Police:  
Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office 
 
Right-of-Way: 
 
5. 
The following table includes existing and proposed half-width right-of-way and the future 
classification based upon the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Major 
Streets and Routes Plan.   
 
Street Name 
Half-width Existing R/W 
Half-width Proposed R/W 
Future Classification 
Chandler Heights Rd. 
55’ 
N/A 
Minor Arterial 
 
Adopted Plan: 
 
6. 
Town of Queen Creek 2018 General Plan (adopted May 15, 2018): The rural land use designation 
is dedicated for very low-density large lot residential development with varying property setbacks 
to create informal patterns.

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Queen Creek Land Use Designation (from Queen Creek Zoning and General Plan Maps online 
GIS) 
 
Public Participation Summary: 
 
7. 
The applicants met and exceeded minimum requirements for citizen participation.  All property 
owners within 300’ of the subject site were notified of the requested SUP via USPS mail and signs 
were posted on the subject property per ARS requirements.  The applicants also discussed having 
face-to-face conversations with most immediate neighbors.  The citizen outreach provided no 
negative feedback but the applicants did provide three support letters from neighbors as part of 
their public participation results.  The support letters were all enthusiastic and welcoming of the 
proposed trapeze lessons.  The support specifically mentioned excitement for groups of all ages, 
including children, to be able to partake in the proposed training facility. 
 
Outstanding Concerns from Reviewing Agencies: 
 
8. 
N/A 
 
Staff Analysis: 
 
9. 
Staff has some general concerns over the intensity of the proposed trapeze training facility, 
especially with the proposed group events.  The applicant has stated that these events will occur 
three or four times a week and host up to twenty participants, not including parents/chaperons

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as many of them will be focused on child participants. This double the number of participants 
than the applicant proposes a typical class size to be. In response to staff expressing concerns 
over these events the applicant clarified in the narrative that no food or catering would be provided 
at these events and that they would be capped at a two-hour maximum time limit.  Staff still has 
concerns with the overall intensity of the group events, the true number of attendees, and 
generally noise generated from these events from music, activity instruction, and potential for 
screams/shouts from participants-especially younger cliental.  This concern is quelled slightly by 
the support letters submitted by the applicant as most of the immediate neighbors seem to be 
looking forward to younger groups practicing on the trapeze equipment. 
 
10. 
Another concern is of the trapeze structure itself, which is the main structural feature of the 
proposed facility.  The structure is currently erected on the parcel as a residential accessory; 
however, it does not have the benefit of a building permit.  The code compliance officer that 
closed V202000374 noted the presence of the structure despite the lack of a building permit.  
While noting the structure was not permitted the violation was closed because it was specifically 
for an illegal business operation, which the code compliance officer was not able to substantiate.  
While there have been no violation complaints on the trapeze structure it was present on the 
parcel in the 2021, 2022, and 2023 aerial maps per the Maricopa County Assessor Parcel Viewer.   
The structure is 34’ in height, which exceeds the base zoning height maximum by four feet.  The 
applicant also proposes lighting to be placed on the structure as well as a bull horn affixed to the 
top.  The applicant has not provided details with how high the light fixtures will be placed, only 
that they will be at a 90-degree angle.  This highlights concerns staff have of the proposed use 
being intrusive on the surrounding residential area.  Depending on the height of the lights they 
may create light trespass onto neighboring properties, even at a 90-degree angle.  Additionally, 
the applicant has not provided a purpose for the bull horn at the top of the apparatus.  No matter 
the function, it poses a potential audible disturbance in the area. Staff recommends stipulation 
“c“ to require all existing structures receive building permits within six months of BOS approval.  
This includes the trapeze structure as well as the shed.  It should be noted that the site plan shows 
a new electrical line running to the shed as well as the trapeze structure.  Additionally, staff will 
recommend another condition to limit use of lighting and sound amplification between the hours 
of 8:00 am and 9:00 pm, which coincides with proposed hours of operation. 
 
11. 
Despite staff concern, the applicants have made a robust case for their proposal.  First, they have 
demonstrated that there is an abundant amount of vegetation around the perimeter of the 
boundary that will act as both a visual screen for ground activities but will also dampen sound 
produced on site to minimize visual and audible impacts to the surrounding area.  Additionally, 
the applicants have demonstrated that several other businesses operate in the neighborhood and 
that it is a place conducive to home-based businesses.  While staff is unable to verify any 
entitlements in the immediate area, the applicant claims were bolstered by support letters which 
described several businesses in the area that seem to fit the parameters of a home occupation.  
Staff also notes that perhaps the most visually intrusive component of the proposed use, the 
trapeze structure, has been in place for several years, albeit without permit, and has not been the 
subject of a complaint (V20200374 was for alleged business use, not the structure itself).  These 
factors combined with support letters seem to make a strong case that the proposed trapeze 
training facility will be a good fit for the neighborhood.  Since neighborhoods can evolve over time 
staff recommends a ten-year time frame be placed on the use so that it may be re-assed in ten 
years to ensure continued compatibility with the adjacent properties.

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Image of Trapeze Structure 
 
 
Recommendation: 
 
12. 
Staff recommends the Commission adopt a motion recommending that the Board of Supervisors 
approve Z2021104 subject to the following conditions ‘a’ – ‘l’. 
 
a. 
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the plan of development 
entitled “Phillips Residence Parking” consisting of 1 full-size sheet, dated March 16, 2023, 
and stamped received May 25, 2023. The Plan of Development may be amended 
administratively under separate application as long as the amendment complies with the 
established SUP development standards as approved by the Board of Supervisors. Staff 
may determine slight refinements to remain in substantial conformance with the approved 
site plan.  Minor and major amendments to the site plan will be determined in accordance 
with Chapter 3 of the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance. 
 
b. 
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the Narrative Report 
entitled “Trapeze Training Facility”, consisting of 5 pages, dated May 25, 2023 and 
stamped received May 25, 2023, except as modified by the following conditions. 
 
c. 
Building permits for all existing structures shall be obtained within six months of BOS 
approval.

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d. 
Required permanent bathroom facilities are to meet all ADA, building code, and 
environmental service requirements. 
 
e. 
This special use permit is valid for a period of ten years and shall expire on August 23, 
2033, or upon termination of the use for a period of 90 or more days, whichever occurs 
first. All site improvements associated with the special use permit shall be removed within 
90 days of such expiration or termination of use.   
 
f. 
The site shall not open to the public prior to 8:00 am and shall not remain open past 9:00 
pm. 
 
g. 
Lighting shall be extinguished by 9:00 pm daily. 
 
h. 
No amplified music or sound shall eminent from the site prior to 8:00 am or latter than 
9:00 pm. 
 
i. 
Group events shall have a maximum of 20 participants. 
 
j. 
The following SUP standard shall apply:  
 
1. Height of trapeze structure: 34’ 
 
k. 
The following Planning Engineering conditions shall apply:  
 
1. 
Prior to the building permit approval, update the Engineered Grading and Drainage 
Plans to show the extents of the SUP area (parking, trapeze area, overflow area?, 
etc.).  Provide the outline (top of slope perimeter) of the retention basin.  
 
2. 
Prior to the building permit approval, update the Engineered Grading and Drainage 
Plans with proposed contours and spot elevations to show how the SUP area will 
drain into the retention basin. 
  
3. 
Drainage review of planning and/or zoning cases is for conceptual design only and 
does not represent final design approval nor shall it entitle applicants to future 
designs that are not in conformance with Section 1205 of the Maricopa County 
Zoning Ordinance and the Maricopa County Drainage Policies and Standards.  
 
4. 
All development and engineering design shall be in conformance with Section 1205 
of the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance and current engineering policies, 
standards and best practices at the time of application for construction. 
 
l. 
The granting of this change in use of the property has been at the request of the applicant, 
with the consent of the landowner.  The granting of this approval allows the property to 
enjoy uses in excess of those permitted by the zoning existing on the date of application, 
subject to conditions.  In the event of the failure to comply with any condition, and at the 
time of expiration of the Special Use Permit, the property shall revert to the zoning that 
existed on the date of application.  It is, therefore, stipulated and agreed that either 
revocation due to the failure to comply with any conditions, or the expiration of the Special 
Use Permit, does not reduce any rights that existed on the date of application to use, 
divide, sell or possess the property and that there would be no diminution in value of the 
property from the value it held on the date of application due to such revocation or

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expiration of the Special Use Permit.  The Special Use Permit enhances the value of the 
property above its value as of the date the Special Use Permit is granted and reverting to 
the prior zoning results in the same value of the property as if the Special Use Permit had 
never been granted. 
 
 
Presented by: 
Joseph Mueller, Planner 
Reviewed by: 
Matthew Holm, AICP, Planning Supervisor 
 
Attachments: 
Case Map (1 page) 
 
Site Plan (reduced 8.5”x11”, 1 page) 
 
Narrative Report/Ex. Summary (5 pages) 
 
MCDOT comments (1 page) 
 
MCESD comments (1 page) 
 
DPR comments (2 pages) 
 
Fire Protection Will Serve (1 page) 
 
support (3 pages)

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Maricopa County Planning & Development - Phoenix, AZ
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Gross Acres: 3 approx.
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Z2021104
Application Name:
Legal Description
Trapeze Training Facility
Applicant
Case Address
T02S R06E 024,
DYLAN PHILLIPS
23228 S 182ND ST
Applicant Phone/Email
Parcel Primary:304-69-057B
480.498.0166
DYLAN@FLIPPINGAGENT.COM
GILBERT  AZ 85298
Map scale 1:1,569
Supervisor District No.
OUTDOOR FLYING TRAPEZE AND CIRCUS TRAINING
5.3585 in

Phillips Residence
Parking
23228 S. 182nd Street
Gilbert, AZ  85298
Tax Code
304-69-057B
Address
23228 S. 182nd Street
Legal Description
Brooks Farms,
South Half of Lot 21
Book 141, Page 47
Gilbert, AZ  85298
Zoning
RU-43
Setback
Front
Rear
40'
40'
Side
30'
Site Plan
Scale: 1" = 60'-0"
North
Location Map
Scale: NTS
North
S. 180th Street
S. Power Road
E. Chandler Heights Road
Project
E. Brooks Farm Road
S. 182nd Street
0
30'
60'
90'
120'
Existing
Residence
Existing
Garage
638.72'     N87°16'09"E
304-69-058A
304-69-057B
Lot 21
304-69-057A
304-69-064B
304-69-064A
304-69-062C
304-69-048B
638.62'
168.41'
168.725'
S. 182nd Street
C
Proposed Parking Area
30'
Setback
30'
Setback
40'
Setback
40'
Setback
Fence
Trapeze 33' Ht.
480-498-0166
Primus Architectural
Design
3011 S. Longmore
Mesa, AZ  85202
602-505-6160
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
E
E
S
Septic
Driveway Entry per
MCDOT R/W for non-curb
and gutter street.
Visibility Angle per
MCZO 1111.4.2
Parking Area: (9) 10'x20' Spaces
w/ (1) 16'x20' Accessible Space
Parking Surface - Asphalt Milling
bound by Liquid Emulsifier
Dumpster
52'-6"
99'
51'
229'
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
50'
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Existing
Shed
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Barn
Hose Bibb
10' P.U.E.
B
A
A
A
B
A
Revision Per MC Planning Dept.
25 Oct 21
B
E
E
E
E
E
E
2" Conduit w/ size
12 THHN to 100A
sub-panel at barn.
1" Conduit w/ size
14 THHN to lights
B
ADA Toilet
B
Guy Wire Anchors
Scale: NTS
North
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
29'
31'
62'
72'
32'
50'
52'
8'
X
X
X
Fence
Fence
Fence
B
B
Revision Per MC Planning Dept.
16 Mar 23
25'
25'
B

Project Name: Trapeze Training Facility 
General Location: 23228 S 182nd Street, Gilbert, AZ 85298 
Pre-application PA2021066 
Special Use Permit: Z2021104 
Vicinity Map:

Purpose of Request  
 
Our purpose in requesting a Special Use Permit is to operate a small outdoor trapeze 
and circus training facility from our residence. We are professionally trained gymnasts 
and trapeze artists who would like to use the space in our yard to help others learn 
similar skills. Since we are not trying to operate a large commercial business, but rather 
a small scale training facility, a SUP would be sufficient for running this family business 
out of our backyard.   
  
Description of Proposal 
 
The proposed uses are for skills such as flying trapeze, aerial silks, static trapeze, lyra, 
tightwire/slackline, juggling, acrobatic classes, conditioning and flexibility. We have 
an existing barn where other small equipment, ie juggling balls, mats, slacklines, will be 
stored for these various uses. The barn for this storage is located to the north of the 
trapeze rig. 
 
Our hours will vary based on the season. We expect our summer operation hours to 
be between 8am & 12pm, and also between 6pm and 9pm daily. Expected winter 
hours could be between 8am-9pm daily. Three scheduled classes would be held 
within those hours of operation. The maximum class duration would be 2 hours. This 
varies based on the number of students in attendance. Since some classes will take 
place during/after sunset lighting will be necessary to operate the evening class. We 
attached 6 150-Watt LED NextGen III on each end of the trapeze (north and south) 
21,000 Lumen – 5000K Slip Fit Mount Without Photocell all measuring 34 inches. This 
lighting was chosen since it only illuminates the trapeze and will not shine on or disturb 
the neighbors’ properties.  
 
Our number of employees is 2. These employees do not reside at this residence. When 
non-residence employees are required for operation of a class they will park in the 
residences two space-driveway leading to their garage. Residence will park in their 
garage as necessary. This provides adequate parking for all with no overflow onto the 
street, etc. 
 
We have no building in which we operate. All of our activities will take place outdoors 
within our backyard. Our fence and landscaping will remain the same. We have no 
need for any additions/changes to the property to operate. The existing fencing is 
chain-link. The chain-link fence is lined with trees and bushy shrubs along the south 
fence that give privacy to the neighbors to the south. We have no plans to change 
the vegetation, only maintain it. The neighbors to the north have no desire to have 
their view of the trapeze completely blocked off. They have shown interest in seeing 
students train on the trapeze from their property. If this were to change for any reason 
in the future, we would gladly plant trees and bushes along the fence line to provide 
more privacy. We have included some pictures as requested to show the vegetation 
and privacy that even the winter scape along the fence provides. Obstructing the 
view for the sake of the flyers is not something that is necessary. People who choose 
to attend trapeze classes have a strong desire to have their skills exhibited. By nature

flying trapeze is a performance type activity. Although skills are our goal here, the 
exhibition part of blocking off view is not necessary for participants sake.  
 
A full class is 10 students. This would be the typical class size. And we would average 
3-4 group events (ie. birthday/corporate/youth group) per week. Groups tend to 
have between 10 and 20 people. Most of these people are kids with parents or 
chaperones who come together. Group events would typically take place on the 
weekends and during the day and last only 2 hours max. No outside catering 
included in events. 
 
 
Relationship to Surrounding Properties 
 
All the surrounding properties are zoned RU-43 and their uses are primarily 
residential. Some of these property owners operate businesses including horse 
boarding, riding lessons, Team Roping, personal training operations, etc.  We feel 
that outdoor flying trapeze fits in well with the activities already being conducted 
within the vicinity of our property. Having spoken to most of the neighbors 
surrounding our parcel all have been supportive of our use of our residential 
property for flying trapeze training. 
 
Location and Accessibility   
 
 
The location is 23228 S 182nd Street Gilbert AZ.  
The access is located West from 182nd Street. 
 
 
Circulation System (on & off-site)  
 
Parking will take place in the existing driveway. Our architect has drawn up the plans 
for the spaces available. Cars can easily pull into the spaces provided along the south 
side of the driveway. We have made an ADA accessible parking spot at the west end 
of the “parking lot.” As requested we added a concrete entrance/exit from 182nd street 
that will lead off/on asphalt of 182nd.  
 
 
Development Schedule (phasing)   
 
Development shall occur in a single phase 
 
Public Utilities and Services  
 
 
Public Utilities and Services are listed as follows: 
 
Refuse: Waste Connections of Arizona 
Sewer: Septic 
Water: Town of Queen Creek

Maricopa County Sheriffs Deparment 
Queen Creek Fire and Medical 
 
   
 
Other information that will be helpful in evaluating the request 
 
The highest point of the trapeze structure is 34’ in height. The crane bar of fly and 
pedestal are the only two parts with their height above 30’. The other structures are 
under 30’. We are requesting a variance to the height restriction. The height of the 
crane bar of fly and pedestal is necessary for the safe operation of the trapeze, and we 
do not feel the additional few feet are obtrusive for the neighborhood as it is not a 
covered structure, nor a building, and there have been no neighbor complaints. The 
top bar heights are required for the operation of the correct safety net height as well as 
for the upper trapeze to provide clearance of the net. The top point includes bullhorn 
and light fixtures to the very top of trapeze pole. 
 
 
 
 
 
Structure Name 
MCZO 
Standard 
Structure 
Required 
Height 
Reasoning & Justification 
Pedestal 
30’ 
34’ 
Height of the pedestal is necessary for the 
correct operation of trapeze and safety for 
flyers 
Fly 
30’ 
32’ 
Height of the fly is necessary for the correct 
operation of trapeze and safety for flyers 
Catch 
30’ 
30’ 
 
Apron 
30’ 
30’

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MCDOT -- TRAFFIC ENGINEERING 
REVIEW COMMENT SHEET 
1 of 1 
Project Name: Trapeze U School 
Location: 23228 S. 182nd St.  
MCDOT File No.: Z2021104 
Date: 04/05/2022 
Reviewer: Amber Meek 
Phone No.: 602.506.5444 
Consultant: United Civil Group 
Project No.:   
Plans Sealed By: Sarah Simpson, PE 
Consultant Code: 
A = Will Comply        B = Deleted 
C = Consultant to Evaluate 
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Sheet 
Number 
 
Comments 
Consultant 
Reply 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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General 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
General 
 
 
 
 
 
1st REVIEW (TS) 
 
Consultant:  Please use the code and respond to each comment in the 
Consultant Reply Column.  This sheet is for our record, please answer every 
question and sign and date your acknowledgement or the plans will be 
sent back to complete the process.  Send back the marked-up plans and a 
new set of plans along with this comment sheet.  Thank you for your 
cooperation. 
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General Project Summary: 
 
The proposed trapeze school and parking area is set on a 2.5-acre parcel 
located 955’ north of Chandler Heights Rd. on the west side of 182nd St. 
(23228 S. 182nd St.). The proposed site will be served by one existing full 
access driveway on 182nd St.  The site consists of 10 new parking spaces and 
no new driveways are proposed.  The school is estimated to generate a total 
of 64 trips daily with 16 AM peak hour trips and 16 PM peak hour trips.  
 
 
General Comments: 
 
Entire site is within the Town of Gilbert, this segment of Chandler Heights Rd 
and 182nd St. fall under MCDOT jurisdiction.  A copy of this TS must be 
submitted to Town of Gilbert for their review and approval.  The comments 
below pertain to roadways under Maricopa County jurisdiction only. 
 
 
Review Comments: 
 
Provide the opening year/build out year for the proposed school. 
 
 
As site is estimated to generate fewer than 100 peak hour trips, it is 
anticipated to have a negligible impact on the surrounding roadway 
infrastructure; therefore, there are no further comments on the traffic 
statement. 
 
 
The Traffic Statement is Approved. 
 
  
 
Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___________ 
 
 
Use CODE 
"A", "B","C" 
in this column 
next to every 
comment. 
 
 
 
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Subdivision Infrastructure & 
Planning Program 
1001 N. Central Avenue #150 
Phoenix, Arizona 85004 
Phone: (602) 506-1058 
Fax: (602) 506-5813  
TDD 602 506 6704 
 
 
Maricopa County 
Environmental Services Department  
Water and Waste Management Division 
DATE: 
October 4, 2021  
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TO : 
Joseph Mueller, Planning & Development Dept. 
 
 
Planner 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FROM: 
Souren Naradikian, P.E. 
 
 
Senior Civil Engineer 
 
SUBJECT: An SUP to allow trapeze and circus training in RU-43. Z2021104 
 
The Maricopa County Environmental Services Department (MCESD) has 
reviewed revised documents received from the Maricopa County Planning and 
Development Department for the above referenced project. This project is a 
Requesting Special Use Permit to operate an outdoor trapeze school at APN # 
304-69-057B. Water and sewer services will be provided by Town of Queen 
Creek. MCESD has no concerns. 
 
Based on the above, MCESD raised no objections to the Planning & 
Development Department in Accela Automation on October 4, 2021. 
 
 
It should be noted that this document does not approve the referenced project.  
Comments are provided only as advisory to Maricopa County Planning and 
Development Department to assist staff to prepare a staff report.  Other 
Maricopa County agencies may have additional requirements. Final review and 
approval will be made through Planning and Development Department 
procedures. Applicant may need to submit separate applications to the 
Maricopa County Environmental Services Department for approval of proposed 
facilities regulated by the Department.  Review of any such application will be 
based on regulations in force at the time of application.

Jeri Loucks, P.E.C.F.M. 
Planning & Development 
501 North 44th Street, Suite 200 
Phoenix, Arizona 85008 
Phone: (602) 506-6332 
Fax: (602) 506-3282 
www.maricopa.gov/planning 
Email address: 
Jeri.Loucks@maricopa.gov 
  
Maricopa County 
Planning & Development Department 
  
 
 
 
Date:    
06/13/2023 
 
Memo To: Darren Gerard, AICP, Deputy Director, Department of Planning & 
Development 
 
Attn: 
Joseph Mueller, Planner, Planning & Development Services  
 
 
From: 
Jeri Loucks, P.E.C.F.M., Plans Examiner Engineer (Drainage), 
Planning & Development Services  
 
cc: 
Michael Norris, P.E., Drainage Engineering Manager, Planning & 
Development 
 
Subject:   
Z2021104 – Special Use Permit (SUP) – Outdoor Flying Trapeze and 
Circus Training 
 
(E4 Memo) 
Job Site Address: 23228 S 182nd Street Gilbert, AZ 85298 
 
APN(s): 
304-69-057B 
 
P&D Engineering Review has reviewed the plans and report submittal date stamped 
05/25/2023 for the subject application and has no objections to this application 
provided any approval includes the following stipulations: 
 
1. Prior to the Building Permit approval, update the Engineered Grading and 
Drainage Plans to show the extents of the SUP area (parking, trapeze area, 
overflow area?, etc.).  Provide the outline (top of slope perimeter) of the 
retention basin. 
 
2. Prior to the Building Permit approval, update the Engineered Grading and 
Drainage Plans with proposed contours and spot elevations to show how the 
SUP area will drain into the retention basin. 
 
3. Drainage review of planning and/or zoning cases is for conceptual design only 
and does not represent final design approval nor shall it entitle applicants to 
future designs that are not in conformance with Section 1205 of the Maricopa 
County Zoning Ordinance and the Maricopa County Drainage Policies and 
Standards. 
 
4. All development and engineering design shall be in conformance with Section 
1205 of the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance and current engineering 
policies, standards and best practices at the time of application for construction.

Following are comments from the Maricopa County Department of Transportation 
(MCDOT): 
 
1. Prior to the Building Permit approval, driveway access to 182nd Street 
(withing the R/W must be paved and will require a permit from MCDOT 
issued concurrent with building permit(s) required for site development. 
Drainage flow along the roadway must be maintained. The plans must show 
the driveway in the MCDOT R/W.  The MAG Standard 250-2 cannot be used 
since it is for a road with curb and gutter.  Identify the driveway to be 5-inch 
think with a 6-ft wide wing. 
 
 
2. See the Traffic Statement approval for the conditions to the approval. 
 
Please contact me if you have any questions or require any additional information.

Queen Creek Fire & Medical Department 
   22358 S. Ellsworth Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142 
   Phone: 480-358-3360 
                         
 
 
 
February 07, 2023 
 
 
To whom it may concern: 
 
Re:  Resident at 23228 S. 182nd St., Gilbert, AZ  85298 
 
The above address is covered by Queen Creek Fire & Medical Department for fire and 
emergency services. The closest fire station is Queen Creek Fire Station #2, which is located 
at 24787 S. Sossaman Rd.., Queen Creek, AZ  85142.  Please use this location when you 
determine the “road miles” to a specific location or address. 
 
Queen Creek Fire & Medical Department has a protection class of 02/2x. 
 
Please feel free to contact me should you need further information. 
 
 
Sincerely,  
 
Vance Gray 
 
Vance Gray 
Fire Chief, Queen Creek Fire & Medical