March 5, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - BOS Auditorium & GoTo Webinar
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Meeting Summary
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for Gamble Field dog event venue (SU250041) with conditions limiting events to 49 people, 40 days per year between October-April, and requiring half-street right-of-way dedication on 331st Avenue. The commission denied two outdoor event venue applications: Rancho Bravo (SU240001) at 13414 W Indian Springs Road and Moreland Yard (SU250009) at 18401 W Moreland Street, both citing incompatibility with rural residential zoning. A major industrial rezoning (Z250047) for 1,687 acres at Hassayampa Ranch near 339th Avenue and Indian School Road was approved 5-1 for future data center development.
Key Decisions (5)
Consent Agenda - Three Items Approved
Three items approved on consent: SU250033 (201 South Crimson Park models modification for RV park in R18 district, 2.5 acres), Z250024 (Hejuk South industrial amendment for 690 acres south of Lower Buckeye and Harquihala Valley), and Z250030 (Clean Harbors Industrial I3 IUPD rezoning of 10.4 acres at 75th Avenue and Lincoln Street in Tolleson).
Special Use Permit for Gamble Field Dog Event Venue
SU250041 approved for outdoor event venue for dog shows and community events on approximately 8 acres at 331st Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road in Tonopah area. Applicants Jane Piper and Mark Graham. Limited to 49 people maximum, 40 event days per year, Friday-Sunday plus holidays, October through April only.
Special Use Permit Denial for Rancho Bravo Event Venue
SU240001 denied for outdoor wedding and event venue on 8.8 acres at 13414 W Indian Springs Road near Goodyear. Applicant Juan Bravo Villanueva represented by Jordan Greenman. Staff had recommended approval with reduced hours (10AM-8PM weekdays, 10AM-10PM weekends). Applicant requested midnight closing on weekends.
Special Use Permit Denial for Moreland Yard Backyard Rentals
SU250009 denied for outdoor event venue at 18401 W Moreland Street near Goodyear on 1-acre lot. Property owner cited for operating without permit since 2024. Sheriff's office responded 53 times since January 2024, with 42 disturbing the peace calls. Super majority requirement triggered due to opposition. Staff recommended denial.
Hassayampa Ranch Industrial Rezoning
Z250047 approved to rezone 1,687 acres from mixed residential/commercial zones to IND2 IUPD for future industrial uses including data centers. Located approximately one mile northwest of 339th Avenue and Indian School Road in Buckeye area. Original 2008 master plan for 5,707 homes never developed. Comprehensive plan amended to industrial in December 2025.
Zoning Changes (3)
South of Lower Buckeye and Harquihala Valley (Hejuk South)
Not specified
75th Avenue and Lincoln Street, Tolleson (Clean Harbors Industrial)
Clean Harbors
One mile northwest of 339th Avenue and Indian School Road, Buckeye area (Hassayampa Ranch)
Arizona Land Consultants
Development Activity (4)
Gamble Field Event Venue
8-acre outdoor event venue for dog shows and community events, 160 parking spaces proposed, no permanent infrastructure improvements, portable restrooms
Rancho Bravo Event Venue
8.8-acre outdoor wedding and event venue, 88 parking spaces, 1,600 sq ft gazebo, 7,000 sq ft patio, permanent restrooms on septic, 10-foot sound wall proposed
Moreland Yard Backyard Rentals
1-acre residential lot proposed for outdoor event venue, 42 parking spaces, unpermitted structures including shed converted to bridal suite and 12-foot fence
Hassayampa Ranch Industrial Development
1,687 acres rezoned for industrial uses including data centers, originally planned for 5,707 homes in 2008, includes buffer zones with 150-foot setbacks and 500-foot solar exclusion zones near residences
Market Signals (5)
Commercial Demand
Arizona Technology Council representative stated tech companies are relocating from California, Washington, and Oregon specifically to the West Valley, describing it as becoming a 'tech corridor' that other areas envy.
Infrastructure
Multiple properties in Tonopah area cannot support septic systems due to high water table (less than 15 feet below surface) and unsuitable soil composition, limiting development options.
Housing Demand
Hassayampa Ranch's original 2008 master plan for 5,707 homes was never developed due to regional water and sewer utility delivery infrastructure issues, indicating persistent infrastructure constraints in the Buckeye area.
Sentiment
Strong community opposition to data center development in rural Tonopah area citing groundwater concerns, with residents noting Arizona water officials determined groundwater may not meet 100-year supply requirements.
Commercial Demand
West Valley event venue market appears underserved, with supporters noting lack of outdoor wedding and event venues on the west side of Phoenix metro area.