June 2, 2021 Study Session Minutes

STUDY SESSION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CHANDLER, ARIZONA June 2, 2021, held in the City Council Chambers, 88 E. Chicago Street.

1.

CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN called the study session to order at 4:32 p.m.
The following Commissioners answered Roll Call:

Chairman Rick Heumann

Vice Chairman David Rose

Commissioner George Kimble

Commissioner Matt Eberle

Commissioner Michael Flanders

Commissioner Gregg Pekau

Absent:

Also, present:

Mr. Kevin Mayo, Planning Administrator
Mr. David de la Torre, Planning Manager
Ms. Lauren Schumann, Senior City Planner
Ms. Kristine Gay, Senior City Planner

Mr. Ben Cereceres, City Planner

Mr. Thomas Allen, Assistant City Attorney
Ms. Julie San Miguel, Clerk

2. AGENDA ITEMS:

*a. PLH20-0050/PLH20-0051/PLT21-0015 THE ASHLEY

Request Area Plan Amendment to the Chandler Airpark Area Plan from
Commercial/Office/Business Park to HDR (12.1 - 18 DU/AC), Rezoning from Agricultural
District (AG-1) to Planned Area Development for multi-family residential (PAD/MF-2),
Preliminary Development Plan approval for subdivision layout and building architecture
and Preliminary Plat approval for townhouse dwellings on approximately 5 acres,
located at the southeast corner of Arizona Avenue and Appleby Roads.

Background

Approximately 5 net acres.

Site currently contains a single-family residence.

Annexation is scheduled for the June 24, 2021, City Council meeting to request
Initial City zoning of Agricultural District (AG-1). Annexation public hearing held on
March 25, 2021.

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Surrounding Land Use Data

North | Church and single-family South | Single-family residential (Paseo
residential (La Costera) Lindo)
East | Union Pacific Railroad West | School and public library

(Hamilton High and Chandler
Hamilton library)

General Plan and Chandler Airpark Area Plan

Existing Proposed
General Plan Employment No change
Chandler Airpark Area Plan | Commercial/Office/Business | High Density Residential
(CAAP) Park (HDR 12.1-18 du/ac)

Proposed Development

Gated multi-family residential

# of Units e 78 units in 3-, 4-, and 8-unit buildings
e 1 bedroom - 20 units
e 2bedroom - 29 units
e 3 bedroom - 29 units

Density 15.7 dwelling units per acre

Building Setbacks (min.)

Arizona Ave. - 50 ft.
Appleby Rd. - 26 ft.
South - 10 ft.

East - 30 ft.

Building Height

Max. 30 ft., two story units

Building Architecture

e Contemporary

e Materials: stucco, composite decking/fiber wood, metal
e Trellis beamed balconies

e Enclosed landscaped rear patios

e Unit parking
e 154 parking spaces required
e 156 parking spaces provided in 2 car garages

Parking e Guest/open parking
e 20 spaces required
e 24spaces provided
Amenities e Airport themed tot lot

e Clubhouse

e Pool

e Dog park

e BBQandramada

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Review and Recommendation

Planning staff finds the proposal is consistent with the General Plan designation of
Transitional Employment Corridor which allows residential to be considered when
determining compatibility with existing and future surrounding uses. The site is
located between two single-family residential subdivisions, Paseo Lindo to the south
and La Costera, to the north. The narrow, elongated rectangular site does not lend
itself to function as either employment or commercial uses which may negatively
impact existing residential. The site is approximately one quarter mile north of the
Paseo Lindo commercial center, and approximately one-half mile north of larger
commercial centers located on the south side of Ocotillo Road which currently
provide sufficient commercial/retail uses in the proximate area. For these reasons,
staff supports the area plan amendment from Commercial/Office/Business Park to
High Density Residential (HDR 12.1-18 DU/ACRE) land use.

The proposed multi-family residential development is a compatible land use on an
infill site that creates a transition between single family developments and provides
another housing type to the surrounding area. For these reasons, staff finds the
proposal to be consistent with the goals of the General Plan and the CAAP, as
amended, and recommends approval subject to conditions.

Economic Analysis
An economic and fiscal impact analysis was conducted based on project details

provided by the applicant and staff assumptions. The analysis determined the
project will generate a positive net fiscal impact for the City. Net income to the City
resulting from the project is estimated at approximately $438,566 over 10 years.
This includes revenues from property taxes, building permit and plan review fees,
transaction privilege tax on construction, real property rental tax, state shared
revenues, and local spending by residents. For the analysis, it was assumed the
developer will lease the townhomes.

Airport Commission Conflict Evaluation
Airport Commission meeting held on April 14, 2021
Motion to find a conflict with existing or planned airport operations.

In Favor:5 Opposed: 1 (Bozelli)

The Airport Commission reviewed the request in accordance with the Airport
Conflicts Evaluation Process. The Airport Manager has issued a conflicts evaluation
report indicating that the Airport Commission determined that the proposed
development does constitute a conflict with existing or planned airport uses. A copy
of the Airport Planning Administrator's report detailing the Airport Commission's
findings is attached to this memo. The Airport Commission's recommended

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mitigation measures to address the operational conflict are included as stipulations
of the rezoning.

Public / Neighborhood Outreach

e This request was noticed in accordance with the requirements of the Chandler
Zoning Code.

e Aneighborhood meeting sign was posted on the site and on social media via
NextDoor.

e Virtual neighborhood meetings were held on August 3, 2020 with three residents
in attendance and on March 16, 2021 with 16 residents attending, including
Council members Ellis and Harris. Comments and questions related to the
landscape buffer between Paseo Lindo homes, balconies and privacy to their
back yards, and the amenity area. The applicant responded there is a green belt
on the Paseo Lindo side providing a buffer as well as landscape on the south
side of the pool amenity. Proposed balconies are adjacent to the master
bedrooms.

e As of writing this memo, Planning staff is not aware of opposition to the request.

Recommended Actions

Area Plan Amendment

Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend
approval of the Area Plan Amendment to the Chandler Airpark Area Plan from
Commercial/Office/Business Park to HDR (12.1-18 DU/ACRE).

Rezoning

Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend
approval of rezoning Agricultural District (AG-1) to Planned Area Development for
multi-family residential (PAD/MF-2), subject to the following conditions:

1. Development shall be in substantial conformance with the Development Booklet,
entitled “The Ashley” and kept on file in the City of Chandler Planning Division, in File
No. PLH20-0051, modified by such conditions included at the time the Booklet was
approved by the Chandler City Council and/or as thereafter amended, modified, or
supplemented by the Chandler City Council.

2. Completion of the construction of all required off-site street improvements
including but not limited to paving, landscaping, curb, gutter and sidewalks, median
improvements , and street lighting to achieve conformance with City codes,
standard details, and design manuals.

3. Right-of-way dedications to achieve full half-widths, including turn lanes and
deceleration lanes, per the standards of the Chandler Transportation Plan.

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4. High density residential shall be permitted with a maximum density of 16 dwelling
units per acre.

5. Minimum building setbacks shall be as provided below and further detailed in the
development booklet:

Property Line Location Minimum Building Setback
Arizona Ave. 50 ft.
Appleby Rd. 26 ft.
East Property Line 30 ft.
South Property Line 10 t.

6. Prior to the execution of any lease, all prospective renters shall be given written
disclosure in their lease and in a separately signed disclosure statement fully
acknowledging that this development lies within the Chandler Municipal Airport
Impact Overlay District, as specified in the Chandler Zoning Code. The disclosure
statement shall acknowledge the proximity of this development to the Chandler
Municipal Airport that includes a heliport and an aircraft storage facility, and that an
avigational easement exists and/or is required on the property, and further, shall
acknowledge that the property is subject to aircraft noise, overflight activity, and
other externalities. The requirement for such disclosure shall be confirmed in an
avigation notice covenant that runs with the land and shall be recorded with
Maricopa County Recorder prior to the issuance of the first building permit for this
development.

7. The subdivider/homebuilder/developer/multi-family manager shall display, in a
conspicuous place within the sales or leasing office, a map illustrating the location of
the subdivision within the Airport Impact Overlay District, as well as the noise
contours and overflight patterns, as identified and depicted in the document
entitled Chandler Municipal Airport, F. A. R. Part 150, Noise Compatibility Study, Noise
Compatibility Program, Exhibit 6A (Potential Airport Influence Area), as adopted by the
Chandler City Council (Resolution No. 2950, 11-5-98). Such map shall be a minimum
size of 24” x 36". Compliance with this condition shall be demonstrated by the
subdivider/homebuilder/developer/multi-family manager by submittal to the Zoning
Administrator of a signed affidavit and photograph that acknowledges this
disclosure and map display prior to beginning any lease or sales activity. Failure to
comply with this condition will result in revocation of the Administrative Use Permit
for the temporary sales office in the event the multi-family development is platted
to allow unit ownership. All requirements as set forth in this condition are the
obligation of the subdivider/homebuilder/developer/multi-family manager and shall
not be construed as a guarantee of disclosure by the City of Chandler.

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8. The above referenced information shall also be included within any Subdivision.
Public Report that is filed with the State of Arizona Department of Real Estate, as
required by Arizona Revised Statute 28-8486 and Arizona Revised Statute 28-8464.

9. The subdivider/homebuilder/developer shall provide the City with an avigational
easement over the subject property in accordance with Section 3004 of the City of
Chandler Zoning Code.

10. All townhouses and buildings shall be designed and built to achieve an interior
noise level not to exceed 45 decibels (Ldn) from aircraft noise. A professional
acoustical consultant, architect or engineer shall certify that the project's
construction plans are in conformance with this condition.

11. The Final Plat shall contain the following statement on the cover sheet ina
prominent location and in large text: “This property is located within the Chandler
Municipal Airport Impact Overlay District and is subject to aircraft noise and
overflight activity and is encumbered by an avigational easement to the City of
Chandler.”

12. In the event the multi-family residential development is platted to allow unit
ownership, prior to the time of making any purchase agreements, the
subdivider/homebuilder/developer shall provide a written disclosure statement, for
the signature of each buyer, acknowledging that this development lies within the
Chandler Municipal Airport Impact Overlay District, as specified in the Chandler
Zoning Code. The disclosure statement shall acknowledge the proximity of this
development to the Chandler Municipal Airport and that an avigational easement
exists and/or is required on the property, and further, shall acknowledge that the
property is subject to aircraft noise and overflight activity and other externalities.
This document signed by the homebuyer shall be recorded with Maricopa County
Recorder's Office upon sale of the property. The “Public Subdivision Report”,
“Purchase Contracts”, CC&R’s, and the individual lot/unit property deeds shall
include a disclosure statement outlining that the site is adjacent to or nearby an
existing municipal airport, and the disclosure shall state that such uses are legal and
should be expected to continue indefinitely. This responsibility for notice rests with
the subdivider/homebuilder/developer:.and--shall not be construed as an absolute
guarantee by the City of Chandler for receiving such notice.

13. In the event the multi-family residential development is platted to allow unit

ownership, prior to the time of making any lot reservations or subsequent sales
agreements, the subdivider/homebuilder/developer shall provide a written
disclosure statement, for the signature of each buyer, acknowledging that the
subdivision is located adjacent to or nearby existing railroad tracks and railroad
right-of-way that may cause adverse noise, odors, and other externalities. The

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“Public Subdivision Report”, “Purchase Contracts”, CC&R’s, and the individual lot/unit
property deeds shall include a disclosure statement outlining that the site is
adjacent to or nearby an existing railroad track and railroad right-of-way, and the
disclosure shall state that such uses are legal and should be expected to continue
indefinitely. This responsibility for notice rests with the
subdivider/homebuilder/developer and shall not be construed as an absolute
guarantee by the City of Chandler for receiving such notice.

14. All leases shall state that all questions, concerns, or complaints any tenant may
have about the Chandler Municipal Airport or the operation of aircraft landing at,
taking off from, or operating at or on Chandler Municipal Airport shall be directed
solely to the manager of The Ashley development and not to the Chandler Municipal
Airport, the City of Chandler, the FAA, any aircraft owner, or any pilot. All lease
agreements shall also provide that it shall be within the sole and absolute discretion
of the manager of The Ashley (and not the tenant) to determine (after the manager's
due consideration of all airport related acknowledgments and disclosures that are
required by the Zoning Stipulations and consideration of all information known to
The Ashley's manager) whether or not, when, and how to communicate any tenant's
questions, concerns, or complaints to the Chandler Municipal Airport manager.

15. Prior to building permit issuance for.any,structures the developer shall provide a
DETERMINATION OF NO HAZARD TO AVIATION approval as issued by the FAA after
filing an FAA Form 7460, Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration.

Preliminary Development Plan
Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend
approval of the Preliminary Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:

1: Development shall be in substantial conformance with the Development
Booklet, entitled “The Ashley” and kept on file in the City of Chandler Planning
Division, in File No. PLH20-0051, modified by such conditions included at the time
the Booklet was approved by the Chandler City Council and/or as thereafter
amended, modified, or supplemented by the Chandler City Council.

2. The site shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
3. The landscaping in all open spaces shall be maintained by the property owner or
property owners’ association and shall be maintained at a level consistent with or

better than at the time of planting.

4, The landscaping in all rights-of-way shall be maintained by the adjacent property
owner or property owners' association.

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5. Landscaping plans (including for open spaces, rights-of-way, and street medians)
and perimeter walls shall be approved by the Planning Administrator.

6. All mechanical equipment, including HVAC, utility meters, etc. shall be screened
from view by material(s) that are architecturally integrated and consistent with the
proposed buildings

7. Sign packages, including free-standing signs as well as wall-mounted signs, shall
be designed in coordination with landscape plans, planting materials, storm water
retention requirements, and utility pedestals, so as not to create problems with sign
visibility or prompt the removal of required landscape materials.

8. Preliminary Development Plan approval does not constitute Final Development
Plan approval; compliance with the details required by all applicable codes and
conditions of the City of Chandler and this Preliminary Development Plan shall

apply.

9. Roadway-style signs shall be installed at each driveway entrance identifying the
presence of low flying aircraft.

Note: Stipulations #10, #11, and #12 were added as a result of the Planning and
Zoning’s discussion during the study session:

10. The applicant shall work with staff to install minimum 36-inch box and 12 feet
high trees where necessary to provide a meaningful buffer along the south property
line east of Colorado Street.

11. Trees along Arizona Avenue shall be a minimum 36-inch box and 12 feet high.

12. The applicant shall work with staff to enhance the side elevations facing Arizona
Avenue.

Preliminary Plat
Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend
approval of the Preliminary Plat, subject to the following condition:

1. Approval by the City Engineer and Planning Administrator with regard to the
details of all submittals required by code or condition.

COMMISSIONER FLANDERS stated he spoke to the applicant and the ideas he
mentioned were incorporated. He complimented the applicant, developer, and
architect, as the project has all the elements he looks for in a higher density project.

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VICE CHAIR DAVID ROSE agreed with Commissioner Flanders and mentioned this is
compatible land use in a high demand and desirable area. He stated the landscaping
needed to be improved with bigger trees especially on the Arizona Avenue side.

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN presented concerns regarding landscaping and the use of
eucalyptus trees. He presented further concerns regarding current challenges with
smaller trees being planted. He advised that the trees should be a minimum 36 inch
box and 12 foot high at the time of planting in the areas along Arizona Avenue and
the south east side of the property where there is a 30-ft. buffer. He further advised
that the trees will improve the balconies by providing a buffer and the essence of a
hedge. He asked for a stipulation to require trees to be a minimum of 12-ft. high. He
also asked staff to work on a stipulation to improve the blank side elevations,
specifically the ones facing the street. He advised the project is a great infill project
and he likes it.

*b. PLH20-0030, PLT20-0020 SCHRADER FARMS BUSINESS PARK

Request Rezoning from Agricultural District (AG-1) to Planned Area Development
(PAD), Preliminary Development Plan for site layout and building architecture and
preliminary plat approval for a light industrial and office business park, and a
commercial corner on approximately 71.1 net acres located at the northwest corner
of McQueen and Queen Creek roads. (STAFF REQUESTS CONTINUANCE TO THE JUNE
16, 2021 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING.)

Staff requests a continuance to the June 16, 2021, Planning and Zoning Commission
meeting to allow additional time for adjustments to be made to the preliminary plat
as well as to correct an error in the legal advertisement.

*c. PLH20-0072/PLT21-0016 CHANDLER AIRPARK TECHNOLOGY CENTER

Request Preliminary Development Plan (PDP) for site layout and building architecture
for flex industrial buildings with office. The approximate 26.2-acre subject site is
located at the southwest corner of Gilbert Road and Insight Way.

Background
e Approximately 26.2 acres

e Subject site zoned Planned Area Development (PAD) for light industrial (I-1 uses),
office, and showroom within the 80-acre Chandler Airport Business Park (CABP)
Phase 2 in 2006

e Separate PDP’s are required for properties located along Gilbert Road

e Project consist of two phases consisting of flex buildings allowing for a mix of
light industrial uses and office

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Phase 1, the south portion, will consist of two flex industrial buildings

Phase 2 will consist of either two additional flex industrial buildings or an office
building with consistent architectural design; Phase 2 will be reviewed
administratively by staff

Surrounding Land Use Data

North | Insight Way then Watermark | South | Rockefeller- Chandler Crossroads
development (retail & office) (flex industrial & commercial)
East Gilbert Road West | Insight (office)
Proposed Development Phase 1
Building Square Footage 220,718 total square feet
Building A (west) 126,049 square feet
Building B (east) 94,319 square feet
Building Height Maximum 45 feet; Provided 43 feet
Number of Dock Doors Building A- 28 doors (6 at grade & 23 dock)
Building B- 29 dock doors (4 at grade & 25 dock)
Parking Spaces Required 252 spaces
Parking Spaces Provided 305 spaces; allowing for approximately 20% office

Review and Recommendation

Planning staff has reviewed the request and supports the proposal citing
consistency with the General Plan, Chandler Airpark Area Plan (CAAP), and the
approved PAD zoning for CABP Phase 2. The two proposed flex industrial buildings
allow for a mix of uses including manufacturing, research and development, and
office. Generally ancillary uses such as office and retail showroom are limited to
occupy ten percent of a building within industrial development unless noted; the
proposal requests up to 20 percent office and/or retail showroom accordingly to
comply with available parking.

The request was reviewed for compliance with the design standards established
within the CABP guidelines including landscaping and signage. The alignment of the
two buildings internalize the dock doors and screening of the rear facades. An eight
(8) foot wall will be provided between buildings to further screen the rear courts.
The development doubled the amount of landscaping and building setback required
along Gilbert Road to further buffer from Gilbert Road and residential east of Gilbert
Road. A mix of material including glazed glass, metal panels, awnings, steel columns,
and form liners are used to enhance the tilt-up walls. The color scheme of earth
tones is proposed to be consistent with the CABP guidelines established in 2006.
Under Phase 1, all landscaping will be installed along all property lines and at the
intersection of Gilbert Road and Insight Way a center identification sign will be

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constructed. Phase 2 will consist of either two additional flex industrial buildings or
an office building depending on market demand and will be reviewed
administratively by staff for consistency with the approved architectural design.

Staff finds the proposal to be consistent with the goals of the General Plan, CAAP,
and CABP thus recommending Planning and Zoning Commission recommend
approval.

Public/Neighborhood Outreach

e This request was noticed in accordance with the requirements of the Chandler
Zoning Code.

e To comply with CDC social distancing guidelines, the applicant hosted a digital
neighborhood meeting on May 4, 2021. The applicant's team, city staff, and five
(5) households attended the virtual meeting. General questions about
construction timelines and traffic patterns were asked from residents. No
opposition was expressed.

e As of the writing of this memo, Planning staff is not aware of any concerns or

opposition to the request.

Recommended Actions

Preliminary Development Plan

Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission motion to
recommend approval of the Preliminary Development Plan, subject to the following

conditions:

1. Development shall be in substantial conformance with the Development
Booklet, entitled “Chandler Airpark Technology Center” and kept on file in the
City of Chandler Planning Division, in File No. PLH20-0072, modified by such
conditions included at the time the Booklet was approved by the Chandler City
Council and/or as thereafter amended, modified or supplemented by the
Chandler City Council.

2. Compliance with original conditions adopted by the City Council as Ordinance
No. 3814 in case DVRO6-0038 Chandler Airport Business Park Phase 2, except as
modified by condition herein.

3. The landscaping shall be maintained at a level consistent with or better than at
the time of planting.

4. Sign packages, including free-standing signs as well as wall-mounted signs, shall
be designed in coordination with landscape plans, planting materials, storm water
retention requirements, and utility pedestals, so as not to create problems with sign
visibility or prompt the removal of required landscape materials.

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5. Preliminary Development Plan approval does not constitute Final Development
Plan approval; compliance with the details required by all applicable codes and
conditions of the City of Chandler and this Preliminary Development Plan shall

apply.

6. Phase 2 will be reviewed administratively by staff for consistency with the
approved architectural design.

7. Landscaping improvements along the perimeter of the property and the center
identification sign to be installed during the first phase of development.

Preliminary Plat

Upon finding consistency with the General Plan and the approved rezoning,
Planning staff recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend
approval of the Preliminary Plat.

1. Approval by the City Engineer and Planning Administrator with regard to the
details of all submittals required by code or condition.

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN asked if there is a traffic light on Insight Way.

LAUREN SCHUMANN, SENIOR CITY PLANNER confirmed there is a traffic light and
stated at the neighborhood meeting a resident was asking for the addition of a
traffic light for turning. She further stated that the City of Chandler's traffic engineer
was advised of the request.

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN asked if the City of Chandler is planning on adding a traffic
light for turning.

LAUREN SCHUMANN, SENIOR CITY PLANNER responded that the traffic engineer
was advised of the request and -looking-into “it.

COMMISSIONER FLANDERS advised this is good use for the property, but he is not
happy with the architecture. He asked if the internal road between the buildings are
screened from the access road.

LAUREN SCHUMANN, SENIOR CITY PLANNER replied there are eight foot walls
between the two buildings that allow for additional screening.

COMMISSIONER FLANDERS asked if the eight foot walls will also occur on future
phases on that road and on Insight way?

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LAUREN SCHUMANN, SENIOR CITY PLANNER clarified between the buildings are
proposed eight foot walls and besides parking screen walls, there is no fencing
along the perimeter or along the west side. She stated there will be a wall on the

development to the south.

COMMISSIONER FLANDERS noticed there are areas that do not comply with
commercial design standards as there are more than twelve parking spaces per one
9-ft. planter. He stated the landscaping needed to be improved and requested the
introduction of date palms to the development at the main entries across the front
of the building. He also recommended date palms be placed on the arterial street
at Gilbert Road and Insight Way, where three trees are proposed in an angle. He
asked staff to go through the commercial design standards with the applicant and
work with them on improving the arterial street. He presented concern regarding
the proposed architecture.

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN asked Commissioner Flanders if he believes this should be
set for Design Review Committee and stated it is adequate to set the case for Design
Review Committee if the commission..feels the proposed design is mundane.
Chairman Heumann mentioned what is currently being planted for landscaping is
very small and the drawings show how the trees would appear after thirty years of
growth. He appreciated the fifty feet of landscape, but it is concerned with the
landscaping being too small. He presented statements regarding a possible
stipulation for 12ft. high trees and the use of date palms to break up the masking on
the walls.

COMMISSIONER FLANDERS stated there is a great deal to discuss and it will allow
the applicant to look at the project and make some quick changes. He noticed that
all in all the proposal is painted concrete and there are some variations with the
form liner, but patterns for the form liner are not in the package. He mentioned it
looks like a white and black building with a normal trim of brown or tan. He further
stated there is not much movement to the building, but it is difficult for industrial
buildings to have that because its tilt panel allows for a very minimum up and down.

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN advised that the project is very industrial for facing Gilbert
Road which is a major focal point for the city.

COMMISSIONER PEKAU agreed with Chairman Heumann and Commissioner
Flanders. He stressed the importance of the area and recommended the case be set
for a Design Review Committee meeting.

COMMISSIONER EBERLE liked the practical use of the space and stated it will be
productive for the Gilbert Road area in the future. He also agreed with the
comments of the other commissioners.

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CHAIRMAN HEUMANN asked staff to speak with the applicant regarding Design
Review Committee as the proposal is on Gilbert Road and the architecture needs to
be enhanced. He advised tilt can be hard to work with, but there are things that can
be done to improve the design.

*d. PLH20-0069 CHANDLER CORPORATE CENTER LOTS 8 & 10

Request Preliminary Development Plan (PDP) approval for site layout and building
architecture for one flex industrial building with office on approximately 6.05 acres.
The subject property is located north of the northwest corner of Chandler Blvd. and
McClintock Road.

Background
e Approximately 6.05 acres

e Subject site zoned Planned Area Development (PAD) for industrial, office and
warehouse (general); approved in 1988

e The original PDP was approved in 2000 and modified in 2005 which required a
minimum of three smaller buildings on the subject site; proposal seeks to
combine all three into one larger building

Surrounding Land Use Data

North | Across Galveston Street: Existing | South Existing building zoned (PAD) for
building zoned (PAD) for Industrial, office, and warehouse
Industrial, office and warehouse (limited).
(limited)
East Across McClintock Drive: Existing | West Across Juniper Drive: Existing
Single-Family lots Zoned SF8.5 building zoned (PAD) for industrial,
(Single-Family District) office, and warehouse (general)

Proposed Development

Building Square Footage 86,263 Square-feet
Building Height Maximum 45 feet; Provided 38 feet
Number of Dock Doors Approximately 24 doors
Parking Spaces Required 112 spaces
Parking Spaces Provided 189 spaces; allowing for approximately 20,000
square-feet of office

Review and Recommendation

Planning staff has reviewed the request finding consistency with the General Plan
and Planned Area Development (PAD) zoning. The proposed flex industrial building
allows for a mix of uses including industrial, office and general warehousing. The

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proposal requests up to 20,000 square-feet of office accordingly to comply with
available parking.

The proposed industrial shell building will be approximately 86,263 square-feet. The
building will be constructed of tilt-up concrete with building design, colors and
materials having a cohesive palette that maintains consistency throughout both the
site and building elevations while complimenting the surrounding area. Four-sided
architecture is prevalent throughout the elevations with some varied parapet
heights, and colors to reduce continuous wall lengths.

Staff finds the proposal to be consistent with the goals of the General Plan, thus
recommending Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval.

Public/Neighborhood Outreach

e This request was noticed in accordance with the requirements of the Chandler
Zoning Code. ;

e A neighborhood meeting was held on May 3, 2021, One neighbor was in
attendance and had general questions regarding on-site retention.

e As of the writing of this memo, planning staff is not aware of any concerns or
opposition to the request.

Recommended Actions

Preliminary Development Plan

Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend
approval of the Preliminary Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:

1. Development shall be in substantial conformance with the Development

Booklet,
entitled “Chandler Corporate Center Lots 8 & 10” and kept on file in the City of

Chandler Planning Division, in File No. PLH20-0069, modified by such conditions
included at the time the Booklet was approved by the Chandler City Council and/or
as thereafter amended, modified or supplemented by the Chandler City Council.

2. The landscaping shall be maintained at a level consistent with or better than at
the time of planting.

3. Preliminary Development Plan approval does not constitute Final Development
Plan approval; compliance with the details required by all applicable codes and
conditions of the City of Chandler and this Preliminary Development Plan shall

apply.
4. The site shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner.

5. All mechanical equipment, including HVAC, utility meters, etc. shall be screened

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from view by material(s) that are architecturally integrated and consistent with the
proposed buildings

6. Sign packages, including free-standing signs as well as wall-mounted signs, shall
be designed in coordination with landscape plans, planting materials, storm water
retention requirements, and utility pedestals, so as not to create problems with sign
visibility or prompt the removal of required landscape materials.

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN recused himself from item d, as he felt a conflict of interest
existed since he resides in that neighborhood.

COMMISSIONER FLANDERS stated the necessity for screening the loading bays
from the arterial streets. He was unsure if landscaping will help, but screen walls
and gates can add improvement. He presented statements regarding the addition
of date palms to accent the main entries and also the addition of something on the
corner. He mentioned that the elevations presented were not clear as to colors,
materials, and form liner pattern. He suggests the project be taken to Design Review
Committee.

VICE CHAIR DAVID ROSE advised he would also like to see this case set for Design
Review Committee as his comments would be similar to Commissioner Flanders. He
mentioned this was supposed to be three buildings, but now one building is
proposed. He presented statements regarding the landscaping and asked for a
stipulation requiring the planting of larger trees and landscaping.

*e, PLT21-0002 NEVADA AND COMMONWEALTH

Request Preliminary Plat approval for a proposed multi-family development on
approximately 5.6 net-acres located at the southeast corner of Nevada Street and
Commonwealth Avenue, generally located approximately one quarter of a mile
south and east of Chandler Boulevard and Arizona Avenue.

Background Data
e Site is 5.59 net-acres in area

e Rezoned to Planned Area Development District (PAD) for multi-family dwelling
units on September 12, 2019

Purpose
This preliminary plat request is to identify right-of-way dedication boundaries and

the location of utilities in such a manner that site improvements and landscaping
substantially conform to the rezoning and preliminary development plans approved
in 2019.

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Recommended Action
Upon finding consistency with the General Plan and the approved zoning, Planning

staff recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the preliminary
plat subject to the following condition:

1. Approval by the City Engineer and Planning Administrator with regard to the
details of all submittals required by code or condition.

COMMISSIONER FLANDERS asked where they are at in the process and if the
applicant is getting building permits. He also asked if they are dividing the long
building.

KRISTINE GAY, SENIOR CITY PLANNER replied the Applicant is getting the
preliminary plat and final plat before seeking approval of the City Council and it
does not appear that an application for building permits has been submitted. She
confirmed they are breaking up said building and shows the corresponding exhibit.

DAVID DE LA TORRE, PLANNING MANAGER stated it is staff's recommendation to
set item c and item d for Design Review Committee on June 16, 2021 and continue
Planning and Zoning Commission to July 21, 2021, if the applicant is in agreement.
He further stated staff was considering canceling the July 7, 2021 meeting as both
July meeting dates track to the same August date for City Council. He mentioned
continuing these cases to July 21, 2021, Planning and Zoning Commission would
allow more time for the applicant to revised drawings and prepare.

CHAIRMAN HEUMANN requests staff to speak with the applicant regarding
the dates.

3. BRIEFING ITEMS:
None

4. MEMBERS COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

None

5. CALENDAR
The next study session will be held before the regular meeting on Wednesday, June
16, 2021, in the Chandler City Council Chambers, 88 E. Chicago Street.

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6. ADJOURNMENT

The study session was adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

Rick Heumann, Chairman

Kevin Mayo, secretary