ContinuedRezone

Sun City Recreation Center Ornamental Fountain

Description

A proposed zoning text amendment to the Rancho Vistoso Planned Area Development (PAD) to permit the operation of a redesigned ornamental lion head fountain.

Impact summary

Reactivates a community gathering focal point with a reduced fountain size and water volume, while raising policy questions regarding municipal water conservation.

Applicant

Name: Sun City Vistoso Community Association
Address: Southeast corner of Rancho Vistoso Boulevard and Silverton Avenue

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 0
Total mentions: 1

Last discussed Apr 14, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Apr 14, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission Special Session (Special) — April 14, 2026

A proposed zoning text amendment to the Rancho Vistoso Planned Area Development (PAD) to permit the operation of a redesigned ornamental lion head fountain.

Related issues (1)

Sun City Fountain Restoration and Water Policy Exception

Sun City residents and leaders asked the town to update its zoning rules so they can restore a historic lion head fountain that stopped running during COVID-19. While supporters highlighted community history and minor water use compared to golf courses, opponents and town staff warned it could undermine town-wide water conservation policies.

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