Public hearing followed by discussion and possible action on any and all matters regarding Rezoning Case No. 2018-0683. A request by Vega and Vega Engineering PLC, on behalf of Sam Group IInvestment Company LTD Partnership, property owner, to rezone 18.74 acres from Light Industrial (L-I) to Medium Density Residential (R1-6).

A. Open public hearing B. Close public hearing
C. Action on Rezoning Case No. 2018-0683

This is a request by Vianey R. Vega P.E. of Vega & Vega Engineering, PLC, on behalf of Sam Group Investment Company LTD Partnership, owner, to rezone 18.76 acres from Light Industrial (L-I) to Medium Density Residential (R1-6). The subject property is located on the east mesa of the City of San Luis on the southeast corner of Avenue E 1/2 and County 24th Street.

The properties to the north and west have are zoned Medium-High Density (R-2) and are vacant land. The property to the south is zoned Light Industrial (L-I) and is vacant land. On the east, Southwest Arizona Industrial Subdivision is located with vacant lots zoned industrial and commercial. 

CITIZEN REVIEW MEETING:
As required by State Statute  and the City Code, a Citizen Review meeting was held at the City Hall on December 26, 2018 at 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 no people from the public present. 

GENERAL PLAN:
The current General Plan Land Use Designation for this parcel is Business which is not appropriate for the proposed residential zoning.

A General Plan Amendment is required before the rezoning takes effect. A Minor Amendment is being process in order to make the Land Use Designation compatible with the proposed residential zoning change. 

The applicant has provided the information and materials necessary for the review of the rezoning request.

Staff recommendation will be provided to the Commission at the time of the meeting.