Flagstaff Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting - May 27, 2026

The City of Flagstaff Planning & Zoning Commission met on May 27, 2026, to discuss several land use and zoning matters with significant implications for development and housing policy. Key procurement-related discussions included a recommendation to abandon a portion of an alleyway in Block 19 of the Flagstaff plat, which would allow adjacent landowners to dedicate an east-west alley in exchange for the city abandoning the north-south alley. This action aims to improve the alley grid and facilitate development. The commission approved this recommendation to move forward to the city council. Additionally, the commission reviewed a comprehensive land availability and site suitability code recommendations report, which proposed increasing base maximum density across residential and commercial zones, reducing parking requirements, and implementing an integrated incentive framework to promote affordable housing and sustainability. The report outlined potential zoning code amendments, including adjustments to floor area ratio (FAR), parking reductions tied to transit proximity and affordable housing, and incentives for sustainable development. These policy changes are intended to support Flagstaff's housing, carbon neutrality, and regional planning goals. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the zoning and land use policy updates could influence future development projects and procurement opportunities related to housing and infrastructure.