P&Z Meeting on 03/09/2026

The City of Maricopa Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on March 9, 2026, primarily to discuss and consider a general plan amendment and planned area development (PAD) for the Sunrise Ranch community project. The project involves rezoning approximately 150 acres from industrial to residential uses, including a minor general plan amendment to increase density on 12.9 acres from medium to high density residential. The development plans include 489 single-family detached homes and a smaller area designated for single-family attached homes, with no apartments allowed under the proposed standards. Staff and the applicant discussed infrastructure improvements, including pedestrian trails, drainage basins, and potential roundabouts on SR 238. The commission addressed concerns about housing diversity, lot sizes, and traffic impacts. The commission voted 4-2 to approve the amendments and PAD with conditions. Additionally, the commission elected a new chair and discussed future agenda items, including quarterly updates on development permits and legislative changes affecting planning and zoning. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported during this meeting.