Cave Creek, AZ — rezoning & P&Z cases
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Z-26-03 — Open Space
Rezone the 25-acre Rosenus Parcel from DR-190 to Open Space Conservation (OSC) zoning. The property, owned and dedicated to the Town in 2025, requires both a General Plan Amendment (AGP-26-01) and rezoning to align zoning and General Plan designations with the intended open space use. Non-motorized trails will be an allowed use.
DR-190 — rezoning
Rezoning of approximately 130 acres from DR-190 to Open Space Conservation (OSC) zoning for APN's 211-18-146 and 147.
Z-26-06 — rezoning
A 5-acre parcel on the north side of Cave Creek is being rezoned from DR-89 (low-density residential) to Open Space Conservation (OSC). This rezoning will restrict future development potential on the property, converting it to open space use. Developers acquiring or holding this property should account for the reduced development capability and OSC zoning restrictions on land use.
AGP-26-02 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This case seeks to change a 5-acre parcel's General Plan designation from Desert Rural – 2 to Open Space, which would constrain future development potential on the property. Developers should monitor whether this signals a broader city commitment to open space preservation in this area or reflects specific environmental or conservation concerns for this location.
Z-26-05 — rezoning
This rezoning application seeks to change 272 acres of land currently zoned DR-190 (a residential district) to Open Space Conservation (OSC), effectively converting the property to open space use. Developers should note this removes significant acreage from potential residential development in Cave Creek.
Z-26-04 — rezoning
This rezoning application would convert approximately 130 acres from DR-190 (residential) zoning to Open Space Conservation (OSC) designation, affecting two parcels. The proposed change would likely remove development potential from the affected land and restrict it to conservation uses.
AGP-26-01 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This case involves a minor general plan amendment to redesignate approximately 25 acres from Desert Rural – 1 to Open Space, which will restrict development on the property. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in the affected parcel or surrounding area, as the open space designation may limit future commercial opportunities in the region.
Z-26-02 — rezoning
This case seeks to rezone approximately 2.2 acres from DR-89 (likely a Planned Development district) to Open Space Conservation. The rezoning would change the property's permitted use from residential or mixed-use development to conservation-focused open space purposes.
A-26-03 — text_amendment
This case involves proposed amendments to the Town of Cave Creek's zoning ordinance text governing hillside development standards in Chapter 7. Developers should monitor this case if they have projects affecting hillside areas, as changes to development standards could impact project feasibility or costs.
A-26-01 — Accessory Living Quarters in R-18 and R-35 Zones
This case proposes amending the Cave Creek Zoning Ordinance to allow Accessory Living Quarters as a permitted use in R-18 and R-35 residential zones. The change could affect residential development projects in these zones by expanding allowable unit types and may influence land values and density considerations for property owners and developers in these districts.
A-26-02 — other
This case involves amendments to the Zoning Ordinance affecting bulk regulations and landscape requirements across multiple commercial zones (Commercial Buffer, Town Core Commercial, and General Commercial). Developers with projects in Cave Creek's commercial districts should review the proposed changes to bulk standards and landscape requirements that may affect project feasibility and costs.
18-147 — Open Space Conservation
The Desert Foothills Land Trust's 272-acre PA Seitts Preserve is being rezoned from DR-190 (Desert Rural Residential) to Open Space Conservation to align zoning with the property's intended conservation use. This is part of a town initiative to correct misaligned zoning designations on DFLT properties within Cave Creek's municipal limits. Developers should monitor whether approval affects land availability and conservation easements in the area.
07-055B — rezoning
This case involves rezoning town-owned parcels near Cahava Springs from R-35 (residential) to Parks and Recreation. The parcels are currently designated as Open Space under the 2024 Town Core Plan. This rezoning will convert residential-zoned land to public park use.
01-039 — Desert Awareness Park
This case involves rezoning the Rosenus property near N 48th St and Cahava Ranch Rd from DR-190 (Desert Rural) to Open Space Conservation to accommodate the Desert Awareness Park. A minor General Plan Amendment is also required to change the land use designation from Desert Rural - 1 to Open Space. Developers should note this represents a conversion from developable rural zoning to conservation use.
AS-25-01 — other
This case involves amendments to the Town of Cave Creek Subdivision Ordinance (Chapters 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, and 8) in response to HB 2447 and administrative updates. The amendments were approved by the Planning Commission and affect subdivision procedures and standards. Developers should review the amended chapters to understand any changes to lot splits, lot line adjustments, financial assurance agreements, and related subdivision processes.
A-25-03 — other
This case involves comprehensive amendments to Cave Creek's Zoning Ordinance across multiple chapters (Residential Zones, Commercial Zones, Site Plans, Officers/Boards/Commissions, and Zoning Procedures) to implement HB 2447 requirements and complete administrative updates. The amendments modify site plan review procedures and application processes but staff explicitly recommended against approving self-certification options. Developers should review the specific changes in exhibits B1-B5 to understand how revised procedures and regulatory frameworks may affect project timelines and approval processes.
SPR-24-01 — Retail and restaurant commercial center (grocery store, convenience restaurants, dental practice)
This is a site plan review for a retail and restaurant commercial center that the Planning & Zoning Commission approved unanimously. The project includes a grocery store, convenience restaurants, and a dental practice, with required compliance to the Carefree Highway Specific Area Plan and western design theme standards. All 20 staff conditions of approval were accepted by the applicant, making this a low-risk approval for developers seeking precedent on commercial design compliance in this area.
47-089C — rezoning
Two parcels totaling approximately 2 acres at the northwest corner of Carefree Highway and 51st Street are being rezoned from Desert Rural Residential to Commercial Buffer Zone, consistent with the Carefree Highway Specific Area Plan. The proposal maintains approximately 90 feet of setbacks from homes developed to the north, and a concurrent site plan review application was submitted for the development.
Z-24-01 — rezoning
Two parcels totaling approximately 2 acres at the northwest corner of Carefree Highway and 51st Street are proposed to be rezoned from Desert Rural Residential (DR-89) to Commercial Buffer (CB) zoning. The parcels are located within the Carefree Highway Specific Area Plan. This rezoning could enable commercial development on property currently zoned for low-density residential use.
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