Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Surprise public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in zoning with medium priority
City Code Amendment for Agenda Placement
The council changed city rules so that any two council members can add items to meeting agendas with just 24 hours' notice.
Home Occupation Zoning Text Amendment
City staff proposed cleanup changes to the municipal code governing home-based businesses to correct errors and prepare for future rural overlay rules.
Asante Trails Comprehensive Sign Program
Developers requested a unified sign program for the Asante Trails commercial center and Tavalo multi-family housing at 163rd Avenue and Pat Tillman Boulevard. Commissioners praised the design standards for maintaining a high-quality visual identity along a major northern entrance to the city.
Zoning Code Update for Adaptive Reuse
The city is updating local rules to comply with state law (HB 2110) making it easier to repurpose obsolete commercial buildings into multifamily housing where appropriate.
Light Industrial Rezone near Litchfield and Cactus
A 7.9-acre property was rezoned from Business Park to Light Industrial to match neighboring developments and comply with Luke Air Force Base compatibility guidelines.
Manny's Place Conditional Use Permit (Case FS24-1209)
A new beer and wine bar with outdoor patios won approval to open in an existing retail center at Bell and Citrus roads. The project met all distance requirements from schools and homes and received positive feedback regarding parking and hours.