Community Residences Zoning Ordinance Cleanup
Summary
A new state law forces the town to allow up to ten residents in assisted living homes, undoing the stricter 2022 local cap of five to eight. The town has little choice but to comply, though commissioners noted the state is preempting local control.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Facilities must pay for required commercial liability insurance policies up to $4 million.
Operators of assisted living homes and seniors who need them, since homes can serve more residents.
Residents who preferred the town's stricter 2022 limits and local control over group-home density.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Planning and Zoning Commission - Nov 9, 2026
A new state law forces the town to allow up to ten residents in assisted living homes, undoing the stricter 2022 local cap of five to eight. The town has little choice but to comply, though commissioners noted the state is preempting local control.
Town Council - May 19, 2026
The town cleaned up its zoning code by removing duplicate community residence rules that were previously moved to the town code business section.
Town Council - Mar 17, 2026
The town adopted new rules moving community residences into business licensing requirements, forcing them to carry hefty liability insurance and submit to inspections. Supporters argue it protects neighborhoods, while critics warn it could violate fair housing laws.
Fountain Hills P&Z increases community residence limit - Fountain Hills Times
The Fountain Hills Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved new amendments to meet state statute pertaining to zoning and community residences during its Nov. 9 meeting. Under current …
Fountain Hills PZ to review residential zoning ordinances - Fountain Hills Times
The Fountain Hills Planning and Zoning Commission will address changes in a pair of ordinances during its Nov. 9 meeting. The first pertains to zoning ordinances and assisted living homes …
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