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Planning and Zoning Commission May 21, 2026
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Commission Recommends Approval for 2-Acre Rezoning to Expand Adaway Crossing PUD
The commission considered a rezoning request to change a 2-acre parcel from Merill Ranch Planned Unit Development (PUD) to Adaway Crossing PUD. The parcel, located north of Hunt Highway and west of Adaway Road, is intended for residential homes and will be incorporated into the Adaway Crossing PUD. Staff recommended approval with conditions, and the applicant presented details about the proposed integration. The commission discussed the nature of rezoning between PUDs and acknowledged positive aspects like school access and the utilization of vacant land. Ultimately, the commission voted to recommend approval to the town council.
Commission Recommends Approval for Minor General Plan Amendment for Battery Testing Facilities
The commission reviewed a minor general plan amendment for the Copper Crossing project, located at the southwest corner of Bella Vista and Adaway Road. The amendment proposes changing 36.546 acres from a 'suburban neighborhood' place type to 'industry.' This change is to support the expansion of non-lithium battery testing facilities on land owned by Salt River Project (SRP). Staff recommended approval, citing compatibility with surrounding industrial and energy infrastructure. The applicant, SRP, explained their policy to engage in local planning processes for third-party leased land to be a good community partner. The commission engaged in detailed discussions about the project's components, including ESS and CM Blue technologies, building heights, fire safety, and the specific acreage for the amendment versus future development plans. The motion to recommend approval included a condition for a Proposition 207 waiver.
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