Public Hearing followed by discussion and possible action on any and all matters regarding Rezoning Case No. 2024-0127- KNAM Townhomes and Ordinance No. 450. An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Luis, Arizona, amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of San Luis by changing the zoning classification of 0.44 acres from Community Commercial (C-2) to Medium-High Density Residential (R-2) on property located at 1185 N Hidalgo Avenue; repealing any conflicting provisions; and providing for severability.  (Jose A. Guzman, Director of Development Services)

A. Open Public Hearing
     1. Staff presentation
     2. Call to the Public on this item
B. Close Public Hearing
C. Action on Ordinance No. 450 by title only
D. Action on Ordinance No. 450

A request by Edais Engineering on behalf of KNAM&D Construction to rezone 0.44 acres from Community Commercial (C-2) to Medium-High Density (R-2). Assesor's parcel 775-20-164, located at 1185 N Hidalgo Avenue in San Luis, Arizona.

The current zoning is Community Commercial (C-2). The purpose of the C-2 zoning district is to provide for commercial development in locations that are suitable and appropriate. The intent of this district is to accommodate a variety of uses, including professional offices, retail, and services. 

The proposed zoning is Medium-High Density Residential (R-2). The purpose of the R-2 zoning district is to allow for a variety of building types, including duplexes, townhouses, and apartments with varied project amenities. The intent of this district is to permit higher-density urban development with a mixture of uses of similar intensity. 

The request for Medium-High Density Residential (R-2) will allow the applicant to accommodate small-sized lots designed for townhomes. The developer is proposing to accommodate 5 attached townhome units as per the proposed site plan attached to this report. 

Existing Adjacent Zoning Districts:
To the north C-2 (Existing commercial lot)
To the south R1-6 (Existing residence)
To the west R1-6 (Existing residence)
To the east C-2 (East Main Canal)

AGENCY REVIEW:
As part of the review process, all land use cases are reviewed by various city and outside agencies. Staff have received comments from he City of San Luis Fire Department.

The City of San Luis Fire Department has provided the following comment: "The City of San Luis Fire Department has no comments at this time but reserves the right to comment upon subsequent submittals. Final decisions regarding this request are best made by the Planning and Zoning Department". 

As required by State Statute, staff sent notification letters to property owners within 300 feet of the proposed project (38 letters).

The City has not received any significant concern or objection from various review agencies or adjacent property owners.

CITIZEN REVIEW MEETING:
As required by State Statute and City Code, a Citizen Review Meeting was held at City Hall on May 7, 2024, at the City Hall Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. The intent of the meeting was to allow the public to learn about the project, ask questions and express any comments. Nobody from the public was present during the meeting.

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
This item was presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission at their regular meeting on May 14, 2024. The Commission recommended approval of this request subject to the conditions of approval presented by staff.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Rezoning Case No. 2024-0127 and Ordinance No. 450 with the following conditions:

1. The owner/applicant shall submit a preliminary plat application in compliance with the City of San Luis subdivision regulations.