Phoenix, AZ — rezoning & P&Z cases
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GPA-CC-SM-2-26-7-8 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
Major General Plan Amendment to update the General Plan Land Use Map to support the Rio Salado District Policy Plan (RIO PHX), affecting approximately 4,364 acres in the Rio Salado area. This land use map amendment will determine future development allowances and zoning framework for a substantial area of Phoenix.
SM-1-26-7-8 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
A Major General Plan Amendment for the Rio Salado District Policy Plan (RIO PHX) covering approximately 4,364 acres in central Phoenix. The city Planning and Development Department will present the amendment to the committee for discussion and possible recommendation.
Q27-27 — Tattoo shop (Cage Free Tattoos, LLC)
This case involves a use permit application for Cage Free Tattoos, LLC to operate a tattoo shop in Phoenix. The proposal requires a use permit under Ordinance Section 623.D.187, which may have restrictions or conditions on tattoo shop operations in certain zoning districts.
ZA-515-24 — variance
This case involves a time extension request for multiple variances affecting setback, landscape, parking, and lot coverage requirements on a project. The applicant is seeking relief from several zoning standards including reduced building setbacks (10 feet instead of 30 feet), reduced landscape setback (10 feet instead of 30 feet), reduced parking lot landscaping (4% instead of 10%), and increased lot coverage (63% instead of 50%), along with allowances for maneuvering in the right-of-way and access from a non-arterial street. Developers should monitor this case if they have similar sites facing comparable setback or density constraints in Phoenix.
ZA-730-20 — Medical marijuana cultivation facility and medical marijuana infusion facility
This case involves time extension requests for a medical marijuana cultivation and infusion facility, along with variances to allow both facilities within 5,280 feet of another marijuana facility (which normally requires minimum separation). The variances seek to waive the standard separation requirements in the zoning code for cannabis operations.
ZA-39-22-7 — specific_use_permit
This is a one-year review of an existing use permit for property in the A-1 agricultural zone at 4101 West Gibson Lane. The review is a periodic compliance check required by the original permit conditions.
Q31-32 — Tobacco-oriented retailer
The applicant is seeking variances to reduce separation requirements for a tobacco-oriented retailer, currently requiring 1,320 feet from a school and three places of worship. If granted, this would allow the retailer to operate in a location that does not meet standard zoning separation distances, potentially affecting retail site selection in areas near schools or religious institutions.
Z-80-26-2 — Industrial
A 5.02-acre parcel at 28th Street and Rose Garden Lane is proposed to rezone from RE-35 to A-1 zoning for an industrial use. This case may impact developers interested in industrial development opportunities or land value changes in this Phoenix corridor location.
Q38-26 — Public assembly residential uses with vehicular access on a local or minor collector street
The applicant is requesting a variance to reduce the rear yard setback (east) from the required 25 feet to 5 feet, and a use permit to allow public assembly residential uses with vehicular access on 13th Avenue, a local or minor collector street. This case involves both a use permit under ordinance section 608.E.22 and a setback variance under section 612.B, which developers should monitor if they have interests in similar residential or mixed-use development patterns in this area.
ZA-576-26-7 — variance
This variance request seeks to allow a 6-foot-tall wall in the street-front setback on South Baseline Road, exceeding the standard 40-inch height limit. The property owner is requesting relief from Phoenix zoning ordinance Section 703.A.2.a regarding street-facing wall height restrictions in the S-1 zone.
Q13-32 — Three detached accessory structures
This case involves a request for a use permit to allow three detached accessory structures positioned between the primary dwelling and the front property line, which would require an exception to standard setback or placement requirements under Phoenix Code Section 706.B.1. The approval of this request could impact property layout standards and may be relevant if you are developing residential projects with accessory structures in Phoenix.
Q11-27 — Wall sign projecting 4 feet 6 inches into the right of way
This case involves a variance request to allow a wall sign to project 4 feet 6 inches into the right of way, exceeding the maximum permitted projection of 18 inches under Phoenix Ordinance Section 705.B.3.a(1). Approval would allow the applicant's signage to extend significantly beyond standard setback requirements.
ZA-467-26-6 — Off-premise digital sign structure
This case seeks multiple permits and a variance to establish an off-premise digital billboard on East Washington Street in A-2 zoning, including reduced setback (460 feet vs. standard), increased height (60 feet), and reduced spacing between structures (540 feet vs. 1,000 feet minimum). The proposal requires specific use permits and a variance that may affect visibility and use of surrounding agricultural properties.
Q02-14 — Medical marijuana dispensary facility
This case involves a request for a medical marijuana dispensary facility with a variance to allow operation within 500 feet of a residentially zoned district, where city ordinance normally requires a minimum 500-foot separation. The proposal also requires a use permit under Phoenix ordinance sections 623.D.124.a and 623.D.124.f.
ZA-504-26-7 — rezoning
This is a rezoning case for a property in Phoenix from S-1 zoning to C-2 with a Concept Plan - General Commercial Pedestrian overlay. The application was previously continued from July 30, 2026 and is now being heard on the September 3, 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission agenda.
ZA-431-22-8 — Medical marijuana dispensary facility
This is a 1-year review of a medical marijuana dispensary use permit in a C-2 zone that requires variances to operate within 500 feet of residential zoning and within 1,320 feet of a place of worship. Developers should monitor this case if proximity restrictions affect nearby properties or if precedent for marijuana facility variances impacts future development.
ZA-141-21-7 — Medical marijuana cultivation facility and medical marijuana infusion facility
This is a one-year review of use permits for medical marijuana cultivation and infusion facilities at 1102 North 21st Avenue in A-2 zoning. The applicant is seeking variances to allow both facilities within 5,280 feet of another medical marijuana facility, where the zoning code requires a minimum 5,280-foot separation. Developers should monitor this case if they have cannabis industry clients or properties affected by proximity restrictions to marijuana facilities.
ZA-542-14-7 — Medical marijuana infusion facility
This is a one-year review of an existing use permit for a medical marijuana infusion facility in A-2 zoning. The applicant is also requesting a variance to allow the facility within 5,280 feet of another medical marijuana facility, which normally requires minimum separation. Approval would depend on whether the city grants the separation variance and confirms the ongoing use is appropriate.
Q12-24 — Medical marijuana cultivation facility
The applicant seeks both a use permit and a variance to operate a medical marijuana cultivation facility in a location that is only 3,800 feet from another similar facility, falling short of the required 5,280-foot separation standard. Approval would allow a competing cultivation facility despite current spacing restrictions, potentially affecting competitive positioning and facility density in the area.
ZA-150-13-7 — specific_use_permit
This is a one-year review of an existing use permit for a property zoned A-2 at 1101 North 21st Avenue. The case involves compliance review of a previously approved specific use permit. Developers should note this may affect similar permitted uses in A-2 zones.
Q21-29 — Industrial development with reduced setbacks and open space
This case seeks variances to reduce the front perimeter setback from 20 feet to 7 feet and to reduce common open space from 5 percent to 2 percent for a property zoned I8 (Industrial). The project has generated neighborhood opposition from the Phoenix Mid-Century Modern Neighborhood Association.
Q28-21 — assembly hall
A use permit is being sought to allow an assembly hall at the Q28-21 location in Phoenix. This case would be relevant to developers if they have interests in institutional or assembly uses in this area or if they own nearby properties that could be affected by the assembly hall operations.
Q21-30 — Outdoor recreation (play area) as an accessory use to a restaurant (Leo & Luca)
Leo & Luca restaurant seeks a use permit to operate an outdoor play area as an accessory use to its restaurant operations. The proposal requires approval under ordinance section 622.D.150.d. This case may be relevant if you are developing restaurant or mixed-use properties with outdoor recreational amenities in Phoenix.
Q41-40 — Outdoor recreation (axe throwing) as an accessory use to a bar
This case seeks a use permit to allow axe throwing as an accessory activity at The Mighty Axe bar, which is located within 500 feet of a residential zoning district. The proposal requires approval under Phoenix zoning ordinance section 623.D.157.c and will be heard at the August 27, 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
ZA-523-25-3 — specific_use_permit
This is a one-year review of an existing special use permit in a C-2 commercial zone. The case evaluates whether the permitted use continues to comply with conditions and approval criteria from the original permit grant.
Q17-10 — Temporary Farmers Market (up to 36 months)
Legends Event Center is seeking a temporary use permit to operate a Farmers Market for up to 36 months. The permit is required under Phoenix ordinance section 708.D.1 and would authorize a temporary commercial use at this location.
ZA-306-24-5 — specific_use_permit
This is a one-year review of an existing specific use permit at a C-2 zoned property on West Indian School Road. The review will determine whether the current use permit remains valid and compliant with its original conditions.
Q32-42 — variance
This case seeks a variance to allow a 19-foot tall projection of a building's main structure into the required west side yard, exceeding the permitted 15-foot maximum. The requested variance would allow approximately 4 additional feet of encroachment into the side setback area.
Q11-25 — Over height detached accessory dwelling unit (20 feet) in rear yard setback
This case involves a request for a use permit to allow an accessory dwelling unit that exceeds the maximum permitted height of 15 feet, with the proposed structure reaching 20 feet and located in the rear yard setback. Developers should note this establishes precedent for height variances on ADUs and rear yard setback encroachments in this area.
Q36-19 — Religious school building with 35-foot height
Northwest Christian School is requesting a variance to exceed the maximum building height limit, seeking to construct a building up to 35 feet tall where the zoning ordinance (Section 603.B.5) restricts height to 30 feet. This variance would directly impact the applicant's ability to construct their planned facility at the requested height.
ZA-149-24 — Outdoor dining and outdoor alcoholic beverage consumption as accessory uses to restaurants at Snack Shack and Clubhouse
This case involves time extensions for four use permits at Bellair Golf Park allowing outdoor dining and outdoor alcoholic beverage service at two restaurant locations (Snack Shack and Clubhouse). The permits are being extended and remain subject to applicable zoning code requirements under Section 622.D.150.d.
ZA-370-13-3 — Medical marijuana cultivation facility
This is a one-year review of an existing use permit for a medical marijuana cultivation facility in an A-1 zone. The case was continued from a previous hearing date and represents a renewal or compliance review rather than a new application.
ZA-532-18 — environmental remediation facility
This case involves a time extension request for an existing use permit (ZA-532-18) that authorizes an environmental remediation facility. The extension allows the current permit holder to continue operating under the previously approved conditions without requiring a new permit application.
ZA-278-21-4 — specific_use_permit
This case involves a 1-year review of an existing specific use permit on a 3.22-acre property in an A-2 agricultural zone. The review will determine whether the current use permit should be continued, modified, or terminated based on compliance with permit conditions.
Q14-40 — variance
This case seeks two variances from setback requirements for a detached accessory structure, requesting reduction of the required 3-foot side yard (west) and rear yard (north) setbacks to zero feet. The case is heard by the Board of Adjustment, which determines if the applicant has met the criteria for relief from standard zoning requirements.
ZA-557-26-4 — Temporary use for up to 36 months (Charlies Phoenix Cornhole League)
This case seeks a temporary use permit for a cornhole league venue at 727 West Camelback Road in a mixed-use transit-oriented development zone. The permit would allow the use for 36 months, affecting commercial space in a TOD district.
Q16-15 — Detached accessory dwelling unit located between the primary dwelling unit and the front (east) property line
This case involves variances for an over-height fence (6 feet versus the 40-inch maximum) and a reduced front yard setback (3 feet versus the required 20 feet), along with a use permit for a detached accessory dwelling unit in the front yard area on the east side of the property. Developers should monitor if precedent-setting approvals for accessory dwelling units in restricted yard areas could affect their projects in similar residential contexts.
Q14-24 — Temporary use for Special Olympics Arizona for up to 36 months
A temporary use permit is requested for Special Olympics Arizona to operate at an AZ Department of Public Safety property for up to 36 months. The permit requires approval under Phoenix Ordinance Section 708.D.1 for this specific use.
Q11-19 — Interim surface parking
This case seeks a specific use permit for interim surface parking at a location identified as Q11-19 in Phoenix. As a parking-focused project, this may be relevant to developers seeking temporary parking solutions or understanding interim land uses in the Phoenix market. The case requires a use permit under ordinance section 1203.C.Table.
ZA-546-26-7 — variance
This is a variance request to reduce minimum lot width from 60 feet to 50 feet for two lots in an R-3 zone on West Tamarisk Street. The variance, if approved, would allow the property owner to proceed with development plans that do not meet standard setback requirements for this residential district.
ZA-22-20 — Medical marijuana cultivation facility and medical marijuana infusion production facility
This case involves a time extension request for multiple permits related to medical marijuana cultivation and infusion production facilities in an A-1 zoning district, including variances to reduce the required 5,280-foot separation distance from existing facilities. Developers in the cannabis industry or those with nearby properties should monitor this case as the variances could affect land use restrictions in the area.
ZA-35-21-5 — specific_use_permit
This is a one-year review of an existing use permit at 4636 North 43rd Avenue in A-1 zoning. The review determines whether the permitted use should continue under current conditions or be modified. Developers should monitor if any compliance issues or changes to permit conditions affect similar operations in the area.
ZA-544-15 — Medical marijuana dispensary
This case involves a time extension request for a medical marijuana dispensary use permit and variance. The applicant is seeking to extend the approval timeline and maintain a variance allowing the dispensary to operate within 5,280 feet of another medical marijuana facility, which would normally be prohibited.
Q12-16 — Medical marijuana cultivation facility
The applicant is seeking three separate approvals for a medical marijuana cultivation facility: two variances to reduce required separation distances (from 5,280 feet to less than that from similar uses, and from 1,000 feet from R-4A zoning), and a use permit to operate the facility. Developers should note this case if they have nearby marijuana cultivation operations, R-4A zoned properties, or general interest in Phoenix's medical marijuana facility regulations.
Z-6-26-2 — Townhomes and PCD removal
This case proposes rezoning 9.38 acres from a Planned Community District to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to facilitate townhome development at the North Valley Parkway and Casino Avenue intersection. The rezoning would remove the existing PCD requirements while adding townhome uses under the new PUD framework, which may affect nearby commercial and residential development patterns in the North Gateway area.
Q24-25 — Detached accessory structure located between the primary dwelling unit and the front property line (east)
This case involves a request for a use permit to allow a detached accessory structure in a non-standard location—between the primary dwelling and the front property line on the east side. The approval would permit accessory structures in a position that likely violates current setback or placement requirements under Ordinance Section 706.B.1. Developers should monitor this decision as it may affect standards for accessory structure placement on residential properties.
Q35-20 — Pet care facility (cat boarding/care)
Megan Liptrap of Feline Purradise, LLC is seeking a use permit to operate a pet care facility (cat boarding/care) on property owned by Caitlyn Maness. The use permit is required under Phoenix Ordinance Section 622.D.131.a and will be heard by the Planning & Zoning Commission on August 13, 2026.
ZA-848-24 — Medical marijuana dispensary facility
This case involves time extension requests for a medical marijuana dispensary that requires variances from Phoenix zoning separation requirements—500 feet from residential districts and 5,280 feet from similar uses. Developers should monitor this case if operating in the medical cannabis sector or if located near the proposed facility, as it tests Phoenix's enforcement of marijuana facility spacing standards.
Q16-41 — Wireless communications monopole
Salt River Project seeks a variance to allow a wireless communications monopole within 300 feet of residentially-zoned property, contrary to the standard 300-foot minimum setback requirement. This case affects the placement of telecommunications infrastructure in proximity to residential areas and may impact neighborhood aesthetics and potential health/safety considerations related to wireless facilities.
ZA-588-20 — Medical marijuana cultivation and infusion facility
This case seeks time extension and multiple variances for a medical marijuana cultivation and infusion facility, primarily addressing setback requirements from other marijuana facilities, homeless shelters, schools, and residential zones. The applicant is requesting relief from distance separation standards that would otherwise prohibit the project's operation.
ZA-602-21-7 — specific_use_permit
This case is a one-year review of an existing use permit for property zoned A-2 at 2239 North Black Canyon Highway. The review appears to be a routine compliance check on an approved use permit. Developers should monitor this case if they have similar permitted uses in A-2 zones or plan future permit renewals.
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