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SUBMITTAL FORMS INDEX
SPECIAL USE PERMIT MAJOR AMENDMENT PROCESS
SPECIAL USE PERMIT MAJOR APPLICATION
SPECIAL USE PERMIT MAJOR CHECKLIST
SUP SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE FOR WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
CITIZEN REVIEW PROCESS (CRP) GUIDELINES
CRP NOTIFICATION LETTER EXAMPLE
AFFIDAVIT FOR THE CITIZEN REVIEW PROCESS
SITE POSTING REQUIREMENTS
SIGN SPECIFICATIONS FOR CRP & PUBLIC HEARINGS
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC HEARING POSTING
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
FILING DEADLINES AND HEARING DATES
DRAINAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR PRECISE PLAN
WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE ONE STOP SHOP
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SPECIAL USE PERMIT MAJOR AMENDMENT PROCESS
* Approximate timeframe to Board of Supervisors
hearing is 6 months assumes only 2 review
cycles and two weeks resubmittals
PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
A pre-application meeting is required for all cases.
Possible items of discussion may include
requirements, citizen participation plan, community
and area plans, zoning patterns and trends. The pre-
application meeting will include other County
agencies such as Transportation, Drainage Review,
Flood Control and Environmental Services.
After the meeting and after consulting with staff, the
owner or authorized agent may begin implementing
the Citizen Participation Plan.
FILING AN APPLICATION
To submit an application, the following information
is required:
Pre-application meeting summary and
application.
Verification of ownership of the site, such as a
recorded or unofficial deed.
Application fees for Planning, Drainage Review,
Environmental, Addressing and Transportation.
Photographs of the site and adjacent properties.
Precise Plan of Development (also known as a
Site Plan). A Preliminary Plat may substitute, if
applicable.
Narrative Report, describing the request,
justification for the request, property and area
conditions, potential impacts, proposed
improvements, services, utilities, etc.
Other information such as building elevations and
details, floor plans, sign details, landscape plans,
architectural renderings, a drainage report
and/or a traffic impact study.
Citizen Participation Plan, describing the parties
contacted by the owner or authorized agent,
how information about the application is
disseminated, how inquiries are handled,
schedule of completion, etc.
Assigned to planner & routed to reviewing agencies and
stakeholders
(approximately within 1 week of application)
Submittal of application at front counter (One Stop Shop)
Post TAC resubmittal
(within 2 weeks)
Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting
(held within 4 6 weeks based on availability)
P&Z hearing - 15 day public notice required
(approximately 4 weeks following sign-off)
BOS hearing – 15 day public notice required
(approximately 4 weeks following P&Z hearing)
Statutory vesting period (30 days)
Citizen Participation process with initial noticing & posting
(due within 30 days after application submittal)
PROCESS FLOW CHARTPROJECTED TIMEFRAME
Review comments
(approximately 2 weeks
following resubmittal)
(approximately 2 weeks)
* 60 days
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TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE REVIEW
The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) is composed of
representatives of the County’s Planning, Transportation,
Drainage Review, Flood Control and Environmental
Services departments. Other comments may be supplied
by representatives from other County departments, fire
district, school district, City or Town, homeowner’s
association, or other interested parties.
After a complete application is submitted and accepted
by the Planning Department, staff will forward copies of the
application to members of the TAC. Staff will then schedule
the request for review by the TAC and notify the owner or
authorized agent of the date and time.
Staff will provide the owner or authorized agent with written
comments from any reviewing agency unable to attend
the meeting.
POST-TAC REVIEW
Depending on the comments received at the TAC, the
application materials (such as the Site Plan or Narrative)
may need revisions. The owner or authorized agent must
submit revised materials, reflecting the TAC comments, to
the Planning and Development Department, which will
forward the revised materials to the appropriate agencies.
Once they are satisfied that the technical requirements
have been met (more than one re-submittal may be
necessary) and the Citizen Participation Plan has been
satisfactorily completed (see Citizen Review Process), the
request will be scheduled for public hearing by the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Staff will also conduct the
300’ mailing, legal ad as well as prepare a staff report. The
owner or authorized agent will be required to post the site.
Please note that compliance with comments from the TAC
does not guarantee that the application will be supported
or recommended for approval by staff. Staff will provide
written and verbal recommendations to the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public
hearing for all interested persons wishing to comment on
the Special Use Permit Major Amendment. The owner or
authorized agent must attend this meeting, and will be
asked to comment on the application, the staff report
and/or any comments that are made during the public
hearing. The Planning and Zoning Commission will make a
recommendation to the Board of Supervisors for approval
or denial of the request. Their recommendation may or
may not concur with staff’s recommendation.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Special Use Permit Major Amendment request will
again be legally advertised prior to a public hearing
before the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The
Board of Supervisors will ultimately vote to approve or
deny the request. Their action may or may not concur
with the recommendation made by staff or the Planning
and Zoning Commission.
POST-BOARD OF SUPERVISOR ACTIVITY
Once approved by the Board of Supervisors, the Special
Use Permit Major Amendment becomes effective 31 days
after Board action and when any required conditions are
met. The owner or authorized agent may then apply for a
Zoning Clearance and Building Permit as long as the
property is in compliance with the Maricopa County
Zoning Ordinance.
AMENDMENTS
Any change or modification to an approval shall be
considered an amendment. Staff shall determine
whether changes constitute a Minor or Major
Amendment according to MCZO Article 304.9. A Minor
Amendment is an administrative process.
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ALL FEES ARE DUE AT TIME OF APPLICATION AND ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
SPECIAL USE PERM
IT MAJOR AMENDMENT APPLICATION
REQUEST
Project Name:
Description of Request:
Existing Use of Property:
Existing Zoning District:
Requested Special Use Permit:
Related Case Numbers: (List V# if site is subject to code violation)
PROPERTY INFORMATION
Address (if known):
General Location (include nearest city/town):
Square Feet:
Size in Acres:
Legal Description:
Section:
Township:
Range:
Assessor’s Parcel Number:
Subdivision Name (if applicable):
OWNER’S AUTHORIZED AGENT INFORMATION
Name:
Contact:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone #:
Fax #:
Email:
PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION
Name:
Contact:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone #:
Fax #:
Email:
PROPERTY OWNER AND OWNER’S AGENT AUTHORIZATION
I (property owner) authorize (owner’s agent)
to file this application on all matters relating to this request with Maricopa County. By signing this form as the
property owner I hereby agree to abide by any and all conditions that may be assigned by the Maricopa County
Board of Supervisors, Maricopa C
ounty Planning and Zoning Commission, or Maricopa County Planning and
Development Department staff as applicable, as part of any approval of this request, including conditions,
development agreements, and/or any other requirement that may encumber or other
wise affect the use of my
property.
PROPOSITION 207 WAIVER
The property owner acknowledges that the approval being sought by this application may cause a reduction in
the existing rights to use, divide, sell or possess the private property that is the subject of this application. The
property owner further acknowledges that it is the property owner who has requested the action sought by the
filing of this application. Therefore, with full knowledge of all rights granted to the property owner pursuant to
A.R.S.§12-
1132 through 1138, the property owner does hereby waive any and all claims for diminution in value of
the property with regard to any action taken by Maricopa County as result of the filing of this application.
Property Owner Signature:
Date:
VERIFICATION OF APPLICATION INFORMATION
I certify that the statements in this application and support material are true. Any approvals or permits granted by Maricopa
County in reliance upon the truthfulness of these statements may be revoked or rescinded.
Owner or Authorized Agent Signature:
Date:
CASE INACTIVITY
Cases which are not active within six (6) months will be considered inactive and closed by staff. A letter
addressing the inactivity will be sent to the owner’s authorized agent or property owner
with notification of the
case to be closed within thirty (30) days. To pursue entitlement after the closing of the case, a new application
and associated fees will need to be filed.
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Checklist
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Applications submitted to the Maricopa County Department of Planning and Development shall
include all of the exhibits, items and information listed in this checklist. This information is required by
County Ordinance or Planning and Development staff in order to adequately review the proposal.
An application will only be accepted by the Planning and Development Department when all of the
items listed below are submitted, unless otherwise deemed unnecessary by staff. Application(s)
determined to be incomplete shall not be processed by staff. Additional information, detail and/or
copies may be required after review by the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). PLEASE BE ADVISED
THAT COMPLIANCE WITH TAC/STAFF REQUIREMENTS DOES NOT GUARANTEE STAFF SUPPORT OF THE
REQUEST OR FINAL APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST.
1. PRE-APPLICATION MEETING FORM1 copy
2. APPLICATION:
_____ A. Completed and signed application2 copies
_____ B. Proof of ownership- official or unofficial recorded deeds - 1 copy
_____ C. Electronic copies of application materials saved as Adobe PDF files 1 CD or
jump drive. Example Narrative Report should be saved as NARR-RPTS-1.pdf
Application Document
Required Naming Convention for the Adobe PDF
documents
Copy of Pre-application meeting form
PREA-DETL-1
Completed Application
APPL-FORM-1
Official recorded or unofficial deed
DEED-DETL-1
Site Plan
SITE-PLAN-1
Narrative Report
NARR-RPTS-1
Citizen Participation Plan
CITI-RPTS-1
Photographs
PHOT-DETL-1
Drainage Report/Plan (if applicable)
DRAI-RPTS-1
Traffic Impact Study (if applicable)
TRAF-RPTS-1
3. SITE PLAN:
_____ A. 8-1/2” x 11” paper copy of site plan 1 copy
_____ B. 24” x 36” collated, folded, and stapled copies2 copies
Site Plan to include the following information:
_____ 1. Project name and case/tracking #
_____ 2. Date of plan and dates of any subsequent revisions
_____ 3. Vicinity map with location of site
_____ 4. Title block identifying Owner, Developer, Engineer and owner or
authorized agent
_____ 5. Site dimensions/boundaries
_____ 6. North arrow and scale (written and graphic)
_____ 7. Site summary table:
- Gross acreage
- Net acreage
- Existing zoning and land use
- Proposed zoning and land use
_____ 8. Request (i.e. or SUP Major Amendment for ______ project name)
_____ 9. Legal Description of parent parcel and SUP area, if applicable
_____ 10. Street names, existing and proposed, along with right-of-way dimensions,
for all existing and proposed streets, show proposed cross-sections
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_____ 11. Access points with centerline dimensioned from property corner
_____ 12. Dimensions of all driveway widths and distances between driveways
_____ 13. Each use identified:
- Dimensions of each structure
- Dimensions between structures
- Distances from property lines
- Lot coverage
- Building height and square footage
_____ 14. Parking areas:
- Dimensions and angles
- Surfacing and /or paving material
- Vehicle storage areas
- Loading spaces or zones identified
- Required & Proposed parking spaces (including handicapped-
accessible)
_____ 15. Adjacent property owners, uses, zoning and parcel numbers
_____ 16. Name of school district where project is located
_____ 17. Utility commitment table (a table illustrating water, wastewater disposal,
Fire protection, police protection, electric, natural gas, telephone, and
refuse providers)
_____ 18. Location of all utilities (existing and proposed)
_____ 19. Signs:
- Location, size, height and type
- Elevations of each sign
- Source of illumination
- Area and number allowed/area and number requested
_____ 20. Location of all recorded/proposed easements
_____ 21. Type of screening (i.e. walls and plantings)
_____ 22. Existing and proposed contours
_____ 23. Location of landscaping and retention areas
_____ 24. Typical landscaping section
_____ 25. Location, height and type of outdoor lighting. Note compliance with
Section 1112 of the Zoning Ordinance in regard to outdoor lighting
_____ 26. Show the location of all proposed and existing fire hydrants, water
supply/storage, and wells, and septic systems
_____ 27. For UPD’s comparison chart (see example)
4. NARRATIVE REPORT:
Explanation of the project, 2 copies 8 1/2” x 11” paper. Underlined
wording indicates a section heading.
_____ A. Title page
include project name, general location, case/tracking #, and
vicinity map
_____ B.
Purpose of Request
_____ C. Description of Proposal, including proposed uses(s), business operations,
hours/days of operation, # of employees, description/location of buildings, color
palette, type of construction material, sign detail/descriptions, screening
wall/fence details and location, etc.
_____ D. Relationship to Surrounding Properties
(their use, zoning, etc.)
- Explanation of how the proposed development will benefit the community or
area.
- Discussion of recent changes in the area of your request that support the
application request (i.e. adoption of city or town plans, subdivision approvals,
surrounding development, etc.)
_____ E.
Location and Accessibility
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_____ F. Circulation System (on & off-site) include proposed improvements or dedications
_____ G. Development Schedule (phasing)
_____ H. Community Facilities and Services (school district, parks, amenities within area,
etc)
_____ I. Public Utilities and Services (refuse, sewer, water, police, fire, etc.)
_____ J. For RUPD’s comparison chart, if applicable
_____ K. Other information that will be helpful in evaluating the request
- Architectural renderings and themes (descriptions)
- Landscaping renderings and themes (descriptions)
- Floor plans, elevations
5. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN: (1 copy - 8-1/2” x 11” paper. Underlined
wording indicates a
section heading.) (See Citizen Review Process Guidelines for details)
_____ A. Title Page
- include project name, general location and vicinity map
_____ B. Parties Affected by Application - which property owners, interested parties,
political jurisdictions and public agencies may be affected by the application
_____ C. Notification and Information Procedureshow those interested in and potentially
affected by an application will be notified the application has been made and
the substance of the application
_____ D. Response Procedures how those interested in and potentially affected by an
application will be will be provided and opportunity to express any concerns,
issues or problems they may have with the proposal in advance of the public
hearing
_____ E. Schedule for Completion
_____ F. Status Procedure how the owner or authorized agent will keep the Planning
and Zoning Department informed on the status of their citizen participation
efforts
6. Photographs are to be mounted on 8 ½ x 11 sheets. Submit photographs of the site, taken on
all four corners of the property and looking inward to the property (minimum of four
photographs). Also submit photographs looking out from the property taken from all four sides
(2 photographs from each side 8 photographs minimum). Additional photographs are
recommended for large sites. Please label each photograph with the view, direction and
date. A site plan or key map may also be used in conjunction with the photographs with
notations showing what direction the photograph faces and where it is taken.
7. DRAINAGE REPORT/PLAN (Check with Drainage Review to determine if applicable) -2 copies
8. TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY (Check with Maricopa County Department of Transportation to
determine if applicable) - 2 copies
9. FEES:
_____ A. Planning Review Fee Special Use Permit Major Amendment $3,000 + $100/acre
or portion thereof ($50,000 max.)
See Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 16
(www.maricopa.gov/planning
) (Please be aware that an investigation fee
equal to the planning fee will be charged when a request is related to an active
violation case.)
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_____ B. Drainage Review Fee Special Use Permit Major Amendment $1,000 +$500 per
acre or portion thereof ($11,000 max.)
_____ C. Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Review Fee $250.
_____ D. Maricopa County Environmental Services Department (MCESD) Review Fee
$225.
_____ E. Addressing Review Fee of $10 to verify an existing address or $50 to assign an
address.
No application shall be scheduled for hearing by any board or commission unless and until all
fees and fines owed to the Department as a result of any activity or inactivity attributable to the
property that is the subject of the application are brought current and paid in full or any
amounts owed pursuant to an agreement of compliance are current, as the case may be. This
requirement shall not be waived by the Board of Supervisors or Planning and Zoning
Commission.
10. OTHER INFORMATION: (if applicable and as required by staff and/or other department or
agency)
_____ A. Title report 2 copies
_____ B. Deed restrictions (C.C. & R.’s)2 copies
_____ C. Parcel map(s) of site and area 2 copies
_____ D. Letters of support or commitment 2 copies
_____ E. Market study 2 copies
_____ F. Landscape Plans (including plant types, quantities, sizes, % coverage, group-
cover etc.) – 2 copies
_____ G. Building Elevations (including material, color and treatment descriptions, etc.)
– 2 copies
The following items are required after the original submittal of a formal application. For
questions, please ask your assigned planner:
CITIZEN REVIEW PROCESS INITIAL NOTIFICATION: (These items are due within 30 days of application).
_____ A. A copy of the notification letter
_____ B. A signed and notarized Affidavit for the Citizen Review Processform along with
photographic evidence of posting and a map illustrating posting sites
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLIC HEARING POSTING: (signed and notarized) along with photographic evidence
of the posting and a map illustrating posting sites. (These items are due before the request is
scheduled for a P&Z hearing as indicated on the Filing Deadlines and Hearing Dates table).
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These items are due prior to scheduling the request
for a P&Z hearing). Provide the names, addresses and Tax Assessor’s Parcel Numbers, on a list and on
labels, of all the owners of property within 300 feet of the boundary of your project. Include a signed
and notarized Affidavit of Notification, signed by the owner or authorized agent verifying that the
listed names represent the most current ownership information available through the Maricopa
County Assessor’s office.
_____ A. List of property owners (name, address and parcel number) within 300’
_____ B. Labels and postcard postage for property owners within 300’
_____ C. Signed and notarized “Affidavit of Notification
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The following is supplemental information required to be submitted and addressed in the narrative report
for
the Special Use Permit or the Conditional Use Permit.
1. What is the height of the proposed WCF?___________________
2. Provide a map showing all the existing WCFs within a 1,000 feet radius for sites within Rural, Single-Family
Residential or Multiple-Family zoning districts (Regardless of provider).
3. Provide a list with locations and approximate height of all existing vertical structures (of a height
approximately equal or greater than the requested tower) within the WCF’s search area. This includes
church spires and steeples, light standards, water towers, transmission lines, buildings, or other similar
structures.
4. Provide a map showing the service areas which the proposed facility will serve.
5. Explain any attempts or possibilities that have been investigated relating to co-location with another
provider or existing facility.
6. Explain how this request can facilitate co-location with other users.
7. Will the request involve removal of mature trees or cacti? If so, discuss plans for relocation of such
vegetation.
8. Discuss the following compatibility issues:
a. Setbacks from residential uses.
b. Setbacks from all property lines.
c. Setbacks from uses/structures on adjacent property.
d. Setbacks from public and private streets or access easements.
e. Future additional appurtenances or expansion plans.
f. Color and type of tower, landscaping, and fence screening.
g. Surrounding non-residential uses (if applicable).
9. If a stealth design is not being proposed, please explain why.
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Purpose
Pursuant to State Law, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors adopted a Citizen Review Process
for Special Use Permits (Section 305 of the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance). There are three (3)
basic purposes for a Citizen Review Process:
Notifying citizens of the rezoning application and not just the public hearing.
Informing citizens of the substance of the application.
Providing citizens an opportunity to express issues or concerns prior to any public hearing
regarding the application.
Public participation is an important component of successful planning. Citizens need and deserve
ongoing communication regarding projects and issues that affect their communities. Through the
Citizen Review Process, Maricopa County demonstrates its commitment to ensuring that owner or
authorized agent pursues early and meaningful citizen input in applications for Special Use Permits.
Such participation will help an owner or authorized agent resolve concerns early in the process, and
promote goodwill between the owner or authorized agent, County officials, citizens, property owners,
and other stakeholders. While the Citizen Review Process may not produce complete consensus
regarding specific applications, it will encourage owner or authorized agent to make sound
investment and planning decisions by listening to and, where feasible, addressing the concerns of their
neighbors.
Process
The Citizen Review Process has five (5) requirements that are discussed below:
1. Requirement for a Pre-Application Meeting
2. Requirement to develop a Citizen Participation Plan
3. Requirement to notice adjacent property owners upon application
4. Requirement to post properties upon application
5. Requirement to complete a Citizen Participation Results Report
1. Requirement for a Pre-application Meeting / Pre-application Meeting Form
Prior to submitting a formal application, the owner or authorized agent is required to participate in a
pre-application meeting with Planning and Development Department staff. Pre-application meetings
allow owner or authorized agent to become familiar with the planning process, and also enable the
owner or authorized agent to obtain guidance with the requirements of the Citizen Review Process. At
the pre-application meeting, the Citizen Participation Plan will be discussed between staff and the
owner or authorized agent.
At the pre-application meeting, staff will provide the owner or authorized agent with a copy of the
pre-application meeting form. This form is used to verify that the pre-application meeting has
occurred. Please do not discard or misplace this form it is a required submittal with your application.
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2. Requirement to develop a Citizen Participation Plan
The Citizen Participation Plan discusses the extent and procedure the owner or authorized agent will
take to complete the Citizen Review Process. Staff and the owner or authorized agent will discuss the
extent of the Citizen Participation Plan at the pre-application meeting. At a minimum, the following
information should be submitted as a part of the Citizen Participation Plan, using the headings and
format shown below:
Title Page
Include the project name, general location and vicinity map
Parties Affected by Application
Discuss which residents; property owners, interested parties, political jurisdictions and public
agencies may be affected by the application.
Notification and Information Procedures
Discuss how those interested in and potentially affected by an application will be notified that
an application has been made.
Discuss how those interested and potentially affected parties will be informed of the
substance of the change, amendment, or development proposed by the application.
Response Procedures
Describe how those affected or otherwise interested will be provided an opportunity to
discuss the owner or authorized agent’s proposal with the owner or authorized agent and
express any concerns, issues or problems they may have with the proposal in advance of the
public hearing.
Schedule for Completion
Describe the schedule for completion of the Citizen Participation Plan.
Status Procedure
Describe how the owner or authorized agent will keep the Planning and Zoning Division
informed on the status of their citizen participation efforts.
The level of citizen interest and area involvement will vary depending on the nature of the application
and the location of the site. The target area for early notification will be determined through a
coordinated effort of the owner or authorized agent and staff. The Planning Director shall resolve any
disputes that may arise while arriving at the target area. At a minimum, the target area of the Citizen
Participation Plan shall include the following:
a) real property owners within 300’ of the proposed Special Use Permit request;
b) the head of any homeowners association within 300’ of the proposed Special Use Permit
request;
c) other potentially affected citizens in the target area who have requested that they be placed
on the routing list maintained by the Planning Department.
Owner or authorized agent may submit the Citizen Participation Plan for review as early as the pre-
application meeting, but must submit it with the formal application.
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3. Requirement to Notice Adjacent Property Owners Upon Application, and
4. Requirement to Post Properties Upon Application
The owner or authorized agent shall send notice (see example notification letter) by first class mail to
each real property owner as shown on the last assessment of the property within 300’ of the proposed
amendment or change. The notice by mail shall include, at a minimum, description of the area of the
proposed Special Use Permit, a general explanation of the nature of the proposal, the name of the
owner or authorized agent, and contact information for the owner or authorized agent.
The owner or authorized agent shall also post the property (see example in “Sign Specifications”)
included in the proposed change. The posting shall be in no less than two places with at least one
notice for each quarter mile of frontage along perimeter right-of-way so that the notices are visible
from the nearest public right-of-way. The postings shall remain in place for the entire application
period. Each notice shall be a minimum of six square feet in area unless combined with the public
hearing notices. The posting shall include, at a minimum, a brief description of the area of the
proposed Special Use Permit, a general explanation of the nature of the proposal, the name of the
owner or authorized agent, and contact information for the owner or authorized agent. A copy of
the notice as well as a signed and notarized “Affidavit for the Citizen Review Process along with
photographic evidence demonstrating proof of posting and a map illustrating posting sites shall be
submitted to staff within 30 days of application submittal.
5. Requirement to Complete a Citizen Participation Results Report
Upon completion of the Citizen Review Process, the owner or authorized agent must submit an official
report on the results. At a minimum, the following information should be submitted as a part of the
Citizen Participation Results Report, using the headings and format shown below:
Title Page
Include the project name, general location and vicinity map.
Details and Techniques Used To Involve the Public
Include all dates and locations of any and all meetings where citizens were invited to discuss
the owner or authorized agent’s proposal.
Provide the content, dates mailed, and number of mailings, including letters, meeting notices,
newsletters and other publications.
Indicate the location of residents, property owners, and interested parties receiving notices,
newsletters or other written materials.
Indicate the number of people that participated in the process.
Summary of Concerns, Issues and Problems
Describe the substance of concerns, issues, and problems.
Describe how the owner or authorized agent has addressed or intends to address perceived or
real concerns, issues, and problems expressed during the process
Describe perceived or real concerns, issues and problems with which the owner or authorized
agent disagrees, which the owner or authorized agent cannot address, or which the owner or
authorized agent chooses not to address, including an explanation of the owner or authorized
agent’s reasoning.
The Citizen Participation Results Report must be submitted and approved prior to scheduling the
case for public hearing with the Planning and Zoning Commission and County Board of Supervisors.
501 North 44
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St, Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301
Citizen Review Process Notification Letter Example Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 10/31/19
This letter should be sent to each real property owner as shown on the last assessment of the property
within 300’ of the proposed Zone Change or Special Use Permit. Below is an example of how the form
should be completed.
REQUEST: Special Use Permit Major Amendment
PROPOSAL: Modification of Site Configuration / Feed Store
LOCATION: Northwest corner of Main and Park Streets
SIZE: 40.00 acres
OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENT: Name / address
CONTACT PERSON: Name / telephone number / fax number / e-mail address
Map of area:
(Not to scale)
Insert vicinity map here. Subject property should be filled or patterned.
An application has been filed or will be filed shortly with the Maricopa County Department of Planning
and Development regarding the request above. As required by the Maricopa County Zoning
Ordinance, this notice is being sent to you because property listed in your name is located within 300 feet
of the site noted above. This notice is being sent to you to inform you of this application and to provide
you with an opportunity to relay any questions, issues or concerns regarding this application to the
contact person listed in the top box of this page.
THIS IS NOT A NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OR
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS. HOWEVER, YOU MAY RECEIVE SUCH A NOTICE AT A FUTURE DATE IF THE
APPLICATION IS SCHEDULED FOR HEARING.
Planning & Development
Department
CITIZEN REVIEW PROCESS
NOTIFICATION LETTER (EXAMPLE)
N
501 North 44
th
St, Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301
Affidavit for the Citizen Review Process Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 10/31/19
To be submitted to the assigned planner within 30 days of application.
Date:________________________________
I, __________________________________ , being owner or authorized agent for the Special
Use Permit Major Amendment referenced below, do hereby affirm that within 30 days
upon submitting an application I have posted the property included in the proposed
change. The postings were no less than two places with at least one notice for each
quarter mile of frontage along perimeter right-of-way so that the notices were visible
from the nearest public right-of-way. The signs were a minimum of six square feet in
area and included, at a minimum, a brief description of the area of the proposed
Special Use Permit Major Amendment, a general explanation of the nature of the
proposal, the name of the owner or authorized agent, and contact information for the
owner or authorized agent. The postings shall remain in place for the entire extent of
the application period.
SUBMIT PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE POSTINGS MOUNTED ON AN 8 ½ X 11 SHEET OF PAPER
AND A MAP ILLUSTRATING THE POSTING SITES WITH THIS AFFIDAVIT.
I also affirm that within 30 days upon submitting an application, I have noticed by first
class mail to each real property owner as shown on the last assessment of the property
within three hundred feet of the proposed Special Use Permit Major Amendment. The
notice by mail included, at a minimum, a description of the area of the proposed
Special Use Permit Major Amendment, a general explanation of the nature of the
proposal, the name of the owner or authorized agent, and contact information for the
owner or authorized agent.
ATTACH A COPY OF THE NOTICE LETTER TO THIS AFFIDAVIT.
Owner or Authorized Agent’s/ Signature:__________________________________________
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN before me this ____________ day of ______________ , ____________
______________________________________________
(Notary Public)
My Commission Expires:
________________________________________________________________________
Tracking Number: ____________________________
Project Name: ____________________________
Planning & Development
Department
AFFIDAVIT FOR THE
CITIZEN REVIEW PROCESS
501 North 44
th
St, Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301
Site Posting Requirements Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 10/31/19
1. Arizona State Statutes requires that the site posting for public hearings
in the unincorporated county “be no less than two (2) places with at
least one notice for each quarter mile of frontage along perimeter
rights-of-way so that the notices are visible from the nearest public
right-of-way.” The owner or authorized agent can request a map
designating the location of posting sites from the assigned planner.
2. The signs must be posted prior to the due date for submitting a signed
and notarized Affidavit of Public Hearing Posting and photographs of
the posting. However, the owner or authorized agent can combine
the Citizen Review Process posting and Public Hearing posting
requirements (in this scenario, the signs would be posted at the
beginning of the application process and updated with the public
hearing dates). The CRP affidavit would be submitted within 30 days
of application and the Public Hearing affidavit would be submitted
prior to scheduling the case for a P&Z hearing.
3. The signs must be maintained and updated with amended
information until after the Board of Supervisor’s hearing.
4. The signs must be removed and disposed of within 10 days after the
Board of Supervisor’s hearing.
5. You may use a sign vendor of your choice.
6. A signed and notarized Affidavit of Public Hearing Postingas well as
photographs of the posting and a map illustrating the posting sites
must be filed with the Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Division
by the applicable date indicated on the Filing Deadlines and Hearing
Dates table. Failure to provide such documentation in a timely
manner will result in the case not being scheduled for a Planning and
Zoning Commission (P & Z) hearing.
7. See “Sign Specifications” for specific sign details.
Planning & Development
Department
SITE POSTING REQUIREMENTS
501 North 44
th
St, Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301
Sign Specifications Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 10/31/19
1. The sign shall be a minimum of 3ft x 3ft in size. If an owner or authorized agent
opts to not combine the CRP and public hearing postings, the CRP sign can
be 3ft x 2ft in size.
2. The sign shall be constructed of laminated coroplast, laminated plywood, or
other suitable construction material approved by planning staff.
3. The sign shall have a white background with black lettering.
4. The minimum lettering size shall be 1/2 inch for lowercase and 1 inch for
upper case. The words “Special Use Permit” and “Public Hearing” shall be a
minimum of 2 inches in size.
5. The content of the sign shall match the example below and include specific
case details.
6. The sign shall be securely fastened to wooden or metal stakes. The owner or
authorized agent is responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of
the sign.
7. The height of the sign shall be at least 4 ft from finished grade to top of sign
and shall not be obstructed from view.
MARICOPA COUNTY NOTICE OF
SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST
and
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION: 9:30 am on [date]
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: 9:30 am on [date]
(BOS date subject to change contact the Planning & Zoning Division for verification)
LOCATION OF HEARINGS: 205 W. Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona (BOS Auditorium)
REQUEST:
PROPOSAL:
GENERAL LOCATION:
SIZE:
CASE #:
OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENT/CONTACT/PHONE #/EMAIL:
PLANNING & ZONING DIVISION: 602-506-3301
Pdplanner@mail.maricopa.gov
Posting Date:
Planning & Development
Department
SIGN SPECIFICATIONS
(The example shown below is for a combined
Citizen Review Process & Public Hearing posting)
501 North 44
th
St, Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301
Affidavit of Public Hearing Posting Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 10/31/19
This form is used to ensure compliance with the posting requirements for Zone Changes,
Development Master Plans, Comprehensive Plan Amendments, and Special Use Permits
applications. For additional information, please call the Planning and Zoning Division at
602-506-3301 or email to Pdplanner@mail.maricopa.gov
.
Case Number:
Project Name:
Owner or Authorized Agent Name:
Location:
In order to assist in providing adequate notice to interested parties and to meet Arizona
State Statute, the owner or authorized agent shall post signs as prescribed by the
“Maricopa County Site Posting Requirements.” It shall be the responsibility of the owner or
authorized agent to post and maintain the sign on the subject property and to update
the hearing information on the sign until the final disposition of the case. It shall also be
the responsibility of the owner or authorized agent to remove the sign within 10 days after
final disposition of the case.
SUBMIT PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE POSTINGS MOUNTED ON AN 8 ½ X 11 SHEET OF PAPER
AND A MAP ILLUSTRATING THE POSTING SITES WITH THIS AFFIDAVIT.
I confirm that the site has been posted as detailed by the Maricopa County Site Posting
Requirements as well as in accordance with Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance Article
304.2.2 and
Arizona Revised Statutes for the case above.
Owner or authorized agent’s Signature:
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN before me this day of ,
Notary Public
Tracking Number: ____________________________
Project Name: ____________________________
Planning & Development
Department
AFFIDAVIT OF
PUBLIC HEARING POSTING
501 North 44
th
St, Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301
Affidavit of Notification Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 10/31/19
Date: ____________________________________________
I, _________________________________________________, being the owner or
authorized agent for the Maricopa County planning case referenced below, do
hereby affirm that the attached listing of names and addresses accurately reflects
the ownership of property within 300 feet of the subject planning case/project,
according to current Maricopa County Assessor Records.
ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENATION:
_____ List of names and address within 300’ of subject case
Owner’s / Authorized Agent’s Signature: ______________________________________
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN before me this __________ day of____________, _______.
_________________________________________
Notary Public
My Commission Expires: ___________________________________________________
Planning & Development
Department
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
501 North 44
th
St., Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301
2020 Filing Deadlines and Hearing Dates Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 11/6/2019
MARICOPA COUNTY
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
2020 FILING DEADLINES AND HEARING DATES
* ZIPPOR to be held at 501 N. 44
th
Street in the Gold/Platinum Conference Rooms.
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
(TAC)
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION (P & Z) BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (BOS)
TAC meetings are scheduled as
needed. Typically, a TAC meeting is
held within 60 days of application;
however TAC slots are limited.
This deadline refers to written sign
off being obtained by all County
agencies. A submittal must be
received at least three (3) weeks prior
to this deadline to allow for
review/sign off.
This deadline refers to the last day
an applicant can provide an
Affidavit of Posting and
Photos to the assigned Planner.
Dates in bold indicate meetings of
the Maricopa County Zoning,
Infrastructure, Policy, Procedure &
Ordinance Review Committee
(ZIPPOR) committee.
These dates typically follow the
preceding P&Z date unless the case is
continued or the P&Z does not take
action.
TAC meetings County Agency sign off deadlines
Affidavit of Posting and Photo
deadlines
P&Z
Hearings/Meetings
Board of Supervisors
Hearings/Meetings
January 7, 2020
October 21, 2019
N/A
November 21, 2019*
January 8, 2020
January 21, 2020
November 12, 2019
November 15, 2019
December 12, 2019
January 15, 2020
February 4, 2020
December 16, 2019
December 20, 2019
January 16, 2020
February 12, 2020
February 18, 2020
December 30, 2019
January 3, 2020
January 30, 2020
February 26, 2020
March 3, 2020
January 13, 2020
January 17, 2020
February 13, 2020
March 11, 2020
March 17, 2020
January 27, 2020
N/A
February 27, 2020*
March 25, 2020
April 7, 2020
February 10, 2020
February 14, 2020
March 12, 2020
April 8, 2020
April 21, 2020
February 24, 2020
February 28, 2020
March 26, 2020
April 22, 2020
May 5, 2020
March 9, 2020
March 13, 2020
April 9, 2020
May 6, 2020
May 19, 2020
March 23, 2020
March 27, 2020
April 23, 2020
May 20, 2020
June 2, 2020
April 13, 2020
April 17, 2020
May 14, 2020
June 10, 2020
June 16, 2020
April 27, 2020
N/A
May 28, 2020*
June 24, 2020
July 7, 2020
May 11, 2020
May 15, 2020
June 11, 2020
July 22, 2020
July 21, 2020
June 22, 2020
June 26, 2020
July 23, 2020
August 19, 2020
August 4, 2020
July 6, 2020
July 10, 2020
August 6, 2020
September 2, 2020
August 18, 2020
July 20, 2020
N/A
August 20, 2020*
September 16, 2020
September 1, 2020
August 10, 2020
August 14, 2020
September 10, 2020
October 7, 2020
September 15, 2020
August 24, 2020
August 28, 2020
September 24, 2020
October 21, 2020
October 6, 2020
September 8, 2020
September 11, 2020
October 8, 2020
November 4, 2020
October 20, 2020
September 21, 2020
September 25, 2020
October 22, 2020
November 18, 2020
November 3, 2020
October 5, 2020
October 9, 2020
November 5, 2020
December 9, 2020
November 17, 2020
October 19, 2020
N/A
November 19, 2020*
TBD
December 1, 2020
November 9, 2020
November 13, 2020
December 10, 2020
TBD
December 15, 2020
501 North 44
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St, Suite 200 Phoenix AZ 85008 (602) 506-3301 (602) 506-3601 fax
Drainage Review Requirements 703 Internet: www.maricopa.gov/planning 10/29/2012
A detailed drainage report with respect to hydrology and hydraulics in conjunction with grading, drainage and
paving plans may need to be submitted. The final drainage plan needs to be signed and sealed by an Arizona
Registered Professional Civil Engineer and should address the following:
1. Offsite Hydrology Need to determine the quantity, the entrance and exit points, and how the flow is to be
routed through the site.
2. Onsite Hydrology Need to show how the flows are to be routed to retention basins.
3. Onsite Retention Need to retain water for the 100-year, 2-hour storm for the site, including adjacent right of way.
Determine volume needed and the size and location of basins.
4. Retention Disposal Provide testing results in conformance with Standard 6.10 for disposal of total ponding volume
within 36 hours.
5. Onsite Hydraulic Calculations Need to show hydraulic analysis for any channels, culverts, storm drains, or street
drainage.
6. Cross Sections Need to show perpendicular cross-sections through the site indicating property lines, swales,
retention areas, finished floors, and street details.
7. Finished Floor Elevations Need to show finished floor elevation and certification note.
8. Topography Need to show natural and proposed contour elevations or spot elevations.
9. Dry Wells If applicable, need to submit a copy of the dry well registration before final drainage clearance of a
permit.
10. Floodplains Need to show the delineated floodplain boundaries if the site is within a Federal Emergency
Management Agency’s (FEMA) special flood hazard area. Will also need to apply for Floodplain Use Permit.
11. Erosion Setbacks For washes and other watercourse channels an erosion setback will need to be determined,
which meets Arizona State Standard 5-96.
Since complex drainage systems may require more detailed information, a meeting should be arranged with
personnel from Drainage Review.
FEE INFORMATION*:
Planning Cases:
Plan of Development including SUP (except SFR-SUP) $ 1,000 + $ 500/Acre $11,000 Maximum
SUP or Plan of Development with disturbance of less than 1,500 sq. ft. $ 650
Minor Amendment to a Plan of Development $ 650
Zone Change (no site plan, without precise plan entitlements) $ 60
Special Use plan for SFR uses $ 210
Modification of Stipulation/s $ 60
Construction Permits
$ 2,000 + $ 250/Acre $ 42,000 Maximum
Minor Accessory structure on previously developed site (see Regulation for restrictions) - $ 650
Major Accessory structure on previously developed site (see Regulation for restrictions) - $ 5,000
(Or as noted above if lower).
* See the Drainage Regulation for current fee schedule
Planning & Development
Department
DRAINAGE REVIEW REQUIREMENTS FOR
PRECISE PLANS INCLUDING SPECIAL USE PERMITS
One Stop Shop - Planning Application Submittal
What to Expect at the One Stop Shop
SUP Major Amendment What to Expect at One Stop Shop 10/31/19
Purpose: Provide customers with information about what to expect when submitting a Special Use Permit Major
Amendment application. This information sheet includes the application material checklist, fee schedule, and a
three step process for application submittal.
Location: Maricopa County Planning & Development Department
501 N. 44
th
Street, Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85008
Business Hours: 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays (to ensure adequate time for application submittal,
projects should be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m.)
STEP 1 - Reception
: Proceed to the One Stop Shop Reception desk to obtain a call ticket for the application submittal. Provide the
receptionist your name and specify the type of planning application.
STEP 2 - Intake Counter:
One Stop Shop customer service will call your ticket number and evaluate the application materials for
completeness. Once the application materials are accepted a tracking number will be provided and staff will advise you to proceed to the cashier
to process application payment. The following is a list of required application materials: (Please note, if any documentation is missing your
application may not be accepted during the intake process, please be sure to follow this checklist).
STEP 3 - Cashier - Processing Payment
: The cashier will call your ticket number, request your application tracking number, advise you of the
total application fees and request your method of payment. Maricopa County accepts cash, check, or credit card. Please make checks payable to:
MARICOPA COUNTY. We currently accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express for credit card payment. Please note that proper
payment in full, based upon the following fee schedule, is required at the time of application:
Planning application fees will be DOUBLED if request is the result of a Code Violation case.
Special Use Permit Major Amendment Submittal Documents
1 copyPre-application meeting form
2 copies Application
1 copyOfficial Recorded deed or unofficial deed
1 CD or jump drive Electronic version of application materials
1 copy Site Plan on 8 ½” x 11”
2 copies Site Plan 24” x 36” collated, folded, and stapled
2 copies Narrative Report
1 copy Citizen Participation Plan 8 ½” x 11”
1 copyPhotographs of site on 8 ½” x 11” size sheets
2 copies Drainage Report/Plan
(if applicable)
2 copies Traffic Impact Study
(if applicable)
Special Use Permit Amendment Application Fee Schedule
Reviewing Agency
Planning
$3,000 + $100/acre or portion thereof ($50,000 max.)
Drainage
$1,000 + $500/acre or portion thereof ($11,000 max)
MCDOT
$250
MCESD
$225
Addressing
$10 to verify address or $50 to assign address