Public hearing followed by discussion and possible action on any and all matters regarding Rezoning Case No. 2018-0115. A request by Vega and Vega Engineering PLC on behalf of Comite de Bienestar, owner, to rezone Tract "A" of Bienestar Estates 9B from High-Density Residential (R-3) to Medium Density Residential (R1-6).

A. Open public hearing B. Close public hearing
C. Action on Rezoning Case No. 2018-0115

The subject property is located on the east mesa of the City of San Luis.  It is located in the center of Bienestar Estates 9B Subdivision. Bienestar Estates 9B is a single-family residential subdivision zoned as Medium-High Density Residential (R-2). The property to the east is developed and used as a retention basin for the subdivision. 

The property for which rezoning is being requested was originally designated as Tract A. Usually tracts are intended for a public purpose such as parks or retention basins. This particular tract was not designated with a specific public use in the recorded plat and may be developed. 

The proposed project is to develop the land as single residential residences with lots of 6,000 square feet minimum; approximately 16 lots. The reason for the rezoning request is that the property is zoned as High-Density Residential (R-3) which does not allow construction of single detached dwellings. The appropriate zoning for the construction of single-family residential lots is the one requested, Medium Density Residential (R1-6). 

GENERAL PLAN:
This area is designated as Neighborhood in the City of San Luis 2020 General Plan. The activities proposed will be consistent with that designation (Chapter 2, Page 19-20). The Neighborhood Land Use designation allows all types of residential development.

CITIZEN REVIEW MEETING:
As required by State Statutes and the City Code, a Citizen Review meeting was held on May 1, 2018 at the City Hall Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. The intent of this meeting was to allow the public to learn about the project, ask questions and express any comments. There were 3 people from the public present and the applicant answered all their questions.  

AGENCY REVIEW:
As a part of the review process, all land use cases are reviewed by various City and outside agencies. We have received comments from the following agencies:

1. City of San Luis Fire Department (4-10-18)
2. Arizona Game and Fish Department (4-13-18)
3. Yuma County Airport Authority (4-16-18)

As required by State Statute, staff sent notification letters to property owners within 300 feet of the proposed project (77 letters). The city has not received any other significant concerns or objections from the various review agencies or adjacent property owners.

The applicant has provided the information and materials necessary for review of the Rezoning Case. This case is to change the zoning of the property; the presented layout must comply with all zoning, subdivision and any applicable regulations. 

Staff recommends approval of Rezoning Case No. 2018-0115.