City Council Study Session | June 15, 2026

The City Council of Casa Grande held a study session on June 15, 2026, focused on potential amendments to the Planned Area Development (PAD) zoning standards, specifically regarding minimum lot sizes and design flexibility for residential developments. Staff presented a proposal to update baseline standards to allow smaller average lot sizes with enhanced design and open space requirements, aiming to better reflect market realities and support affordable homeownership. Council members discussed concerns about neighborhood congestion, parking, and maintaining balanced density across developments. The council considered maintaining current standards versus adopting more flexible averages, with staff noting that exceptions to standards currently require council approval. No formal vote was taken; staff will prepare draft text amendments for public review and further consideration by the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. The discussion highlighted the balance between encouraging development and preserving neighborhood character, with an emphasis on design quality and community amenities.