Chair Hurt called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

PRESENT:

Charlie Hurt, Chair Bob Swope, Vice Chair Greg Hitt, Commissioner Thomas Gribb, Commissioner Don Cox, Commissioner Nathan Basken, Commissioner

ABSENT:

Tom Drzazgowski, Commissioner

ALSO PRESENT:
Principal Planner Michael Spaeth
Chief Civil Deputy Attorney Joe Andrews
Town Council Liaison Bill Rodman

Chair Hurt led the Commission and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

There were no speaker requests.

Council Liaison Bill Rodman spoke about an upcoming series of strategic planning meetings and encouraged the Commission to look for opportunities for input. He also spoke about the upcoming Council meeting, which includes an item on eliminating third term options for Board and Commission members.

11-8-18 Minutes

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Cox and seconded by Vice Chair Swope to approve the November 8, 2018 meeting minutes as written.

MOTION carried, 6-0.

 

Attachment 1: Applicant Submittal

Attachment 2: Conditions of Approval

Planner Hannah Oden provided a presentation that included the following:

- Purpose
- Location
- Site Plan
- Plans T28J and T31H
- Side Elevations
- Rear Elevations
- Plans T29H and T40R
- Surrounding Development
- Summary and Recommendation

Rick Morris, representing Richmond American Homes, reviewed the proposed model homes and lots that will be used for their locations.

Discussion ensued among the Commission, applicant and staff.

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Hitt and seconded by Commissioner Gribb to approve the Conceptual Model Home Architecture for the proposed four (4) model homes for a new Rancho Vistoso subdivision, subject to the conditions in Attachment 2, based on the findings that the request complies with the Design Principles and Design Standards of the Zoning Code.

Further discussion continued among the Commission.

MOTION carried, 6-0.

 

Attachment 1: Applicant Submittal

Attachment 2: Conditions of Approval

Planner Hannah Oden provided a presentation that included the following:

- Purpose
- Location
- Plans 4020-8 and 5022-8
- Side Elevations
- Rear Elevations
- Plans 4022-8 and 5024-8
- Surrounding Development
- Summary and Recommendation

Applicant Dustin Moyer, representing Pulte Homes, stated they have worked hard to comply with the Town's planning standards and are excited to be in the neighborhood.

Discussion ensued among Commission, staff and applicant.

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Cox and seconded by Commissioner Basken to approve the Conceptual Model Home Architecture for the proposed seven (7) model homes for a new Rancho Vistoso subdivision, subject to the conditions in Attachment 2, based on the findings that the request complies with the Design Principles and Design Standards of the Zoning Code.

Further discussion continued among the Commission. Vice Chair Swope stated he will abstain from voting as he is not in support of this project's location.

MOTION carried, 5-0. with Bob Swope, Vice Chair abstained.

 

Attachment 1 Master Sign Program

Attachment 2 Site Photos

Senior Planning Technician Patty Hayes provided a presentation that included the following:

- Purpose
- Location
- Master Sign Program
- Colors
- Wall Signs and Illumination
- General Plan
- Summary

Applicant Chris Hinkson, owner of the shopping center, spoke about the shopping center being set back far from the street and the sign will help with tenant visibility.

Discussion ensued among staff and the Commission.

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Hitt and seconded by Commissioner Cox to approve the master sign program for the Placita De Oro shopping center, case OV1801490, based on the finding that the proposed sign program is consistent with the Design Principles.

MOTION carried, 6-0.

 

Principal Planner Michael Spaeth provided the following updates:

- December 11 will be the fourth and final State Land focus group meeting
- Interviews will be conducted for new Commissioner applications this month; Council will formally appoint on January 9
- The January Commission meeting will be rescheduled to Thursday, January 10
- Thanked the outgoing Commissioners for their service and dedication

Commissioner Cox spoke about the importance of annexations for Oro Valley being paramount to the viability of the Town and the community. He would like staff to schedule a joint study session with the Town Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss/educate on the importance.

Chair Hurt adjourned the meeting at 6:54 p.m.

Prepared by:


Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist

I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the regular session Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 4th day of December, 2018. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.