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City Council Work Session
February 23, 2026
PLH25-0010 Chandler General Plan Update
What’s Different?
MINOR HOUSEKEEPING CHANGES
MORE SIGNIFICANT CHANGES
• Changed the plan structure
• Updated policies
• Updated demographics
• Updated historic timeline
• Updated reference plans
• Updated glossary
• Updated graphics/photos
• Summarized public participation
• Vision Statement
• Future Land Use Map
• Growth Area revisions
• Illustration of Area Plans
• Category mapping revisions
• Future Land Use Categories
• Revisions and refinements
• Implementation Action Table
2026
2016
Future Land Use Map (FLUM)
Concerns Heard
• South Price Corridor
Growth Area- New
residential policy
• Use of the word “Urban”
• Addressing Architecture
Hierarchy of Plans
=
Area Plans/
Master Plans
General Plan
=
Detailed Specific
Policy
Broad Policy
Architecture
Urban Residential
The predominant land use in this category is
residential, however; a variety of other uses are
allowed based on location and other
compatibility criteria described below. The
following residential densities and non-
residential land use are allowed in the
Neighborhoods category subject to the following
criteria:
• High-density residential (12-18 dwelling units
per acre) …
• Urban residential (densities exceeding 18
dwelling units per acre) …
The predominant land use in this category
is residential; however, a variety of other
uses are allowed based on location and
other compatibility criteria described
below. The following residential densities
and non-residential land use are allowed in
the Neighborhoods category, subject to the
following criteria:
• High-density residential (13-25 dwelling
units per acre) …
• Urban residential (26+ dwelling units per
acre) …
2016
2026
Urban Residential
•
1st used 2008 General plan
•
Used for densities exceeding 18
units per acre
•
Limited to areas within the
downtown region, designated
high-capacity transit corridor,
growth areas, and as an incentive
to redevelop underutilized
commercial properties within the
Infill Incentive District
2026
2016
Future Land Use Map (FLUM)
South Price Road Corridor Growth Area
South Price Road
Corridor Growth
Area
▪1982-Identified as Employment Corridor
▪1998- Introduced campus-like settings
▪2001- Promote & protect corridor for
“large high-tech corporations in a single-
use, campus-like environment”; 15 acre
minimum
▪2016- Eliminated 15-acre minimum
New Policy:
Enhance the campus-like environment by
supporting development that includes true
vertical mixed uses, allowing for employee and
residential uses centered on a common design
theme. Urban residential (26+ dwelling units per
acre) with vertically integrated uses may be
considered when ground floor uses include non-
residential uses that directly support residents and
employees (e.g., retail, restaurants, coworking
space, or business services) and it is part of a larger
employment campus that offers shared amenities
and enhanced pedestrian connections.
South Price Road Corridor
Growth Area
2026
The predominant land use in this category is
residential, however; a variety of other uses are
allowed based on location and other compatibility
criteria described below. The following residential
densities and non-residential land use are allowed in
the Neighborhoods category subject to the following
criteria:
• High-density residential (12-18 dwelling units per
acre) …
• Urban residential (densities exceeding 18 dwelling
units per acre) …
The predominant land use in this category is
residential; however, a variety of other uses are
allowed based on location and other compatibility
criteria described below. The following residential
densities and non-residential land use are allowed in
the Neighborhoods category, subject to the following
criteria:
• High-density residential (13-25 dwelling units per
acre) …
• Urban residential (26+ dwelling units per acre) …
2026 Neighborhood Category
2016
2026
• This category includes major regional commercial
developments such as malls, power centers, large
single-use retail, and other major commercial
centers. Regional commercial locations are shown
on the Future Land Use Plan Map and are also
eligible for consideration of urban-style mixed-use
developments, large office users, and a compatible
mix of residential densities.
• This category includes major regional commercial
developments such as malls, power centers, large single-
use retail, and other major commercial centers. Regional
commercial locations are shown on the FLUM and are
also eligible for consideration of urban residential
and large office users.
• The maximum allowable density for urban
residential (26+ dwelling units per acre) will be
determined at the time of development plan
approval by the city and based on such
considerations as existing and planned capacities for
water and sewer infrastructure, adequate
transportation facilities, compatibility with adjoining
land uses, ability to transition to adjacent existing
lower-density residential if applicable, and other
factors.
2026 Regional Commercial Category
2016
2026
2016
• The Future Land Use Plan Map focuses attention
on strengthening the community’s economic base
by expanding the growth areas and identifying a
variety of employment areas for future growth.
Major employers, knowledge-based industries, and
industrial/business parks are allowed within
Employment. A compatible mix of industrial
support uses and residential densities as an
integral component may be considered.
• Light industrial business parks may be considered
in campus-like settings containing knowledge-
based employers, corporate offices, manufacturing,
and warehouse and distribution. A compatible mix
of industrial support uses and residential densities
may also be considered as an integral component
of a planned mixed-use development.
•
The FLUM focuses attention on strengthening the community’s economic
base by identifying a variety of employment areas for future growth. As
Chandler approaches build-out, most of the available land is
designated for employment; therefore, it is imperative to target key
industries for healthy growth of the city. For more than 50 years,
Chandler has welcomed high-tech manufacturing, pioneering
research, and emerging technologies that have shaped our
community. We will continue to prioritize employment uses of
advanced manufacturing, knowledge-based industries,
advanced business services, next-generation software
engineering, and healthcare services.
•
Light industrial business parks are also permitted, prioritizing
manufacturing, research and development, and emerging
technologies. Corporate and large office developments are allowed
uses within employment designation.
•
Residential can be considered with employment if designed as part of
an integral component to the campus, see growth area polices and
area plans for additional criteria. The maximum allowable density for
urban residential (26+ dwelling units per acre) will be determined at
the time of development plan approval by the city and based on such
considerations as existing and planned capacities for water and sewer
infrastructure, adequate transportation facilities, compatibility with
adjoining land uses, ability to transition to adjacent existing lower-
density residential if applicable, and other factors.
2026 Employment Category
Implementation Action Plan
CHAPTER 5 – CHANDLER HONORS
The purpose of this chapter is to honor the
community’s vision for Chandler by articulating a
systematic action plan. The 73 actions below are
organized by chapter theme and topic areas and are
meant to be implemented within short- (1–5 years), mid-
(5–10 years), or long- (10 or more years) term timeframes
and on an ongoing basis. These actions and timeframes
will assist the city in complying with the statutory general
plan reporting requirements detailed in ARS §9-461.07.
More importantly, these actions are a guide and roadmap
forward to help the city realize the community’s vision;
however, they remain flexible and subject to staffing and
financial resources.
Questions?
chandleraz.gov/generalplan
Next Steps:
• City Council
February 23, 2026- Public Hearing
•
Primary Ballot for Ratification
July 21, 2026