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CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN NARRATIVE FOR NORTHERN RIDGE ESTATES 8237 West Northern Avenue SEC of North 83 rd Avenue and West Northern Avenue Glendale, AZ 85303 NW Quarter Corner of Section 2, T2N,

1 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN NARRATIVE FOR NORTHERN RIDGE ESTATES 8237 West Northern Avenue SEC of North 83 rd Avenue and West Northern Avenue Glendale, AZ NW Quarter Corner of Section 2, T2N, R1E Applicant: LMK INVESTMENTS LLC 1256 West Chandler Boulevard, Suite H Chandler, AZ Phone: (602) Submitted to: CITY OF GLENDALE PLANNING 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 212 Glendale, AZ (623) Prepared by: XCL ENGINEERING, L.L.C S. Karen Dr. Chandler, AZ Phone: (480) Contact: Omar Cervantes, PE ocervantes@xclengineering.com August 28, 2017 XCL Project No

2 Table of Contents 1. PURPOSE AND RECOMMENDED ACTION DESCRIPTION OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL AS CONVEYED TO THE NEIGHBORS AND INTERESETED PARTIES CONFORMANCE TO THE APPROVED PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PLAN CONCLUSION... 4 Figures FIGURE A NEW SITE LAYOUT... 6 Appendices APPENDIX A APPROVED CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN APPENDIX B NOTIFICATION LETTERS, AFFIDAVITS AND ATTENDES LIST i

3 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN 1 1. PURPOSE AND RECOMMENDED ACTION This Request is for Glendale s City Council to approve a Minor General Plan Amendment from Office and LDR (Low Density Residential - 1 to 2.5 du/ac) to MDR (Medium Density Residential du/ac) for approximately gross acres. 2. DESCRIPTION OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL AS CONVEYED TO THE NEIGHBORS AND INTERESETED PARTIES LMK Investments LLC is proposing a gated, single-family residential neighborhood with private streets at the southeast corner of West Northern Avenue and North 83 rd Avenue. The purpose of this request is to submit, process, and obtain approval for rezoning for the development. The intent is to develop a single family residential neighborhood with a total of 53 lots with a typical lot size of 50 x 114 through this Planned Residential Development application. The proposed development will have a maximum gross density of dwelling units per acre. Due to access restrictions for the future Northern Parkway, the access to this site will be provided from 83 rd Avenue to the east via a gated entrance. This entrance will be a fully gated entry. It will include a vehicular turn-around and pedestrian access point. Roadway improvements to accompany the project will be full half street improvements adjacent to the site. These improvements include roadway widening and striping, concrete curb, sidewalks and additional landscaping along North 83 rd Avenue. The improvements along West Northern Avenue will be limited to removal of existing driveways and construction of new sidewalk. However, the project is dedicating a substantial percentage of land to the City for the future Northern Parkway project. Maricopa County Department of Transportation is designing the Northern Parkway, which will provide additional improvements to West Northern Avenue adjacent to the site. NORTHERN RIDGE ESTATES

4 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN 2 The proposed residential development provides approximately 3.16 acres or approximately 22% of the development as open space. This is a substantial increase to the required 15% open space specified in the City of Glendale Residential Design and Development Manual (RDDM). The community offers suitable open space for onsite retention, landscape buffers from the adjacent right-of-way, and landscape tracts adjacent to all corner lots. Amenities include open turf for play, a tot lot, benches and lighting in the central open space area. A proposed dog park, is also included, in the southern portion of the project, as shown on the site plan (see Figure A). By proposing multiple perimeter improvements, including, monument entry signage, entry treatment landscaping, thematic fencing and pedestrian and bicycle connectivity, and by using quality materials and palettes (both paint and plant), the proposed community will be a major enhancement to what is existing today. Northern Ridge Estates is a well-conceived project, allowing homebuilders flexibility and diversity. The open space amenities will provide a distinct, quality living environment for its residents. Design features, use of various quality building materials and architectural focal points will emphasize the project. All architectural elements will tie together to provide a strong identity for the site that compliments the surrounding properties as well as creating an inviting and private atmosphere for both residents and guests. 3. CONFORMANCE TO THE APPROVED PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PLAN The Citizen Participation Plan was approved by the City on March 21, 2017 (see Appendix A). Since that time the applicant has been diligent in keeping the Community informed. Prior to any City application, the Applicant held a Community meeting to receive input from the neighbors and interested parties, this meeting met all the notification requirements as NORTHERN RIDGE ESTATES

5 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN 3 documented in Section 4 of the Citizen Participation Plan. A pre-submittal neighborhood and interested parties meeting was held at Harvest Church on April 3rd, The list of participants and ALL the other Citizen Participation meetings are shown in Appendix B. It resulted in several significant changes being made to the plan. They were as follows: 1. A reduction in density from 58 to 53 lots; 2. Add more open space; 3. Rearrange the open space to make it more useable; 4. Add more curb appeal to the entrance; 5. Provide traffic calming technique; 6. Not allow any 2 story homes along the southern edge of the development; 7. Put extra trees in the back yards as an HOA provision in lots 1-6 and 47 53; 8. Make sure neighbors to the east have a landscape buffer and are far enough away from the homes.; 9. Disclosure to be provided to Buyers that there is a Parkway proposed along Northern Avenue. The Applicant went away and made all the changes the neighborhood wanted and then reviewed the changes with the neighbors and interested parties who expressed their excitement regarding the project at the July 26 th, 2017 meeting. This was again held at Harvest Church. The final post submittal meeting was on August 17th, 2017 at West Side Church of God in Glendale, Arizona. These meetings were set up so interested parties and neighbors NORTHERN RIDGE ESTATES

6 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN 4 could give further direction to the Applicant on the project. The signup sheets are included as Appendix B. The neighbors have been kept up to date by the Applicant by regular meetings, letters and notices being mailed, and by the Applicant calling those who were interested or who were stakeholders in the process and the future of the area. Lastly, the Applicant had several meetings with city officials in the planning and City transportation departments. 4. CONCLUSION In conclusion, the Applicant has made this project the neighbors project. There has been significant input by the neighbors, interested parties, residents of the County and City staff. There has been plenty of opportunity to give input and many citizens have done so. The Applicant believes that Northern Ridge Estates has met and exceeded the criteria of the approved Citizen Participation Plan and is ready for approval by the City. NORTHERN RIDGE ESTATES

7 FIGURE A NEW SITE LAYOUT

9 APPENDIX A APPROVED CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN

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17 APPENDIX B NOTIFICATION LETTERS, AFFIDAVITS AND ATTENDES LIST

18 EXHIBIT A March 21, 2017 XCL Engineering 1460 S. Karen Dr. Chandler, AZ Subject: Northern Ridge Estates Dear Neighbor: This letter is to inform you about our application for a rezone of approximately Acre site from PAD to R1-7 PRD. The site is located at the Southeast corner of Northern Avenue and 83rd Avenue in Glendale, Arizona, more particularly parcel number G, J and L. This site, previously known as Mackenzie Park, includes 5 acres of office space and 22 single family lots. For some time, the Maricopa County Department of Transportation along with the City of Peoria and City of Glendale, have planned for a major parkway along Northern Avenue, the new roadway limits the access to the site both on northern and on 83 rd Avenue. The proposed PRD would eliminate the office land use and increase the residential component to 58 lots with a minimum lot size of 5,700 square feet. Surrounding land uses are vacant land to the north, 3 homes to the east, a church (approved but not yet built) to the west and a mixture of vacant land, horse barns and housing to the south. I have included a site plan with this letter for your review. A neighborhood meeting will take place at the Harvest Church at 8340 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ from 6:00PM to 7:30PM on Thursday, April 13, Comments and questions will be accepted at that time. You may also contact Omar Cervantes (480) , Gary Lane (602) , or Doug Howard with the City of Glendale at (623) Sincerely, OMAR CERVANTES Omar Cervantes Principal XCL Engineering, LLC

20 Northern Ridge Estates Public Paricipation Meeting Name Address Telephone Peter Taylor 8047 N. Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ Dinah Walter 9224 W. Misouri Ave, Glendale, AZ John + Sheryl Payne 7920 N. 81st Drive, Glendale, AZ , spaynejsp@gmail.com Frank Storino 7832 N. 81st Drive, Glendale, AZ fstorino@gmail.com Gary + Lanetta Duede 8201 W. Augusta, Glendale, AZ gduede@gmail.com John Carter 8359 W. Gardinia Ave, Gelndale, AZ TARHEEL65@Outlook.com Jack Martino 7407 N. 75th Drive, Gendale AZ Ironbello@cox.net Bill Norgren 8608 W. Cavalier Drive, Glendale, AZ Wmnorgren@juno.com Anita Norgren 8608 W. Cavalier Drive, Glendale, AZ afnorgren@juno.com Bob + Karen Aborne 7318 W. Griffin Ln. Glendale, Az Richard Soza 8217 W. Citrus Way, Glendale, AZ Richard S. Soza 7315 N. 72nd Drive, Gendale, AZ Joyce Clark City of Glendale jclark@glendaleaz.com Wayne Redd SR W. Frier Drive, Glendale AZ

21 EXHIBIT A July 14, 2017 XCL Engineering 1460 S. Karen Dr. Chandler, AZ Subject: Northern Ridge Estates Dear Neighbor: This letter is to inform you we have filed an application for a rezone of approximately Acre site from PAD to R1-7 PRD with the City of Glendale. The site is located at the Southeast corner of Northern Avenue and 83rd Avenue in Glendale, Arizona, more particularly parcel number G, J and L. This site, previously known as Mackenzie Park, includes 5 acres of office space and 22 single family lots. For some time, the Maricopa County Department of Transportation along with the City of Peoria and City of Glendale, have planned for a major parkway along Northern Avenue, the new roadway limits the access to the site both on northern and on 83 rd Avenue. The proposed PRD would eliminate the office land use and increase the residential component to 53 lots. After meeting with neighbors and interested parties earlier this year the Applicant increased open space and buffer areas, enhanced the internal roadway configuration and reorganized the subdivision to upgrade the project aesthetics. Surrounding land uses are vacant land to the north, 3 homes to the east, a church (approved but not yet built) to the west and a mixture of vacant land, horse barns and housing to the south. I have included a site plan with this letter for your review. A neighborhood meeting will take place at the Harvest Church (Main Building, Room #4) at 8340 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ from 6:00PM to 7:30PM on Wednesday, July 26, Comments and questions will be accepted at that time. You may also contact Omar Cervantes (480) , Gary Lane (602) , or Paul Whalen with the City of Glendale at (623) Sincerely, OMAR CERVANTES Omar Cervantes Principal XCL Engineering, LLC

25 EXHIBIT A August 6, 2017 XCL Engineering 1460 S. Karen Dr. Chandler, AZ Subject: Northern Ridge Estates Dear Neighbor: This letter is to inform you we have filed an application for a rezone of approximately Acre site from PAD to R1-7 PRD with the City of Glendale. The site is located at the Southeast corner of Northern Avenue and 83rd Avenue in Glendale, Arizona, more particularly parcel number G, J and L. This site, previously known as Mackenzie Park, includes 5 acres of office space and 22 single family lots. For some time, the Maricopa County Department of Transportation along with the City of Peoria and City of Glendale, have planned for a major parkway along Northern Avenue, the new roadway limits the access to the site both on northern and on 83 rd Avenue. The proposed PRD would eliminate the office land use and increase the residential component to 53 lots. After meeting with neighbors and interested parties earlier this year the Applicant increased open space and buffer areas, enhanced the internal roadway configuration and reorganized the subdivision to upgrade the project aesthetics. Surrounding land uses are vacant land to the north, 3 homes to the east, a church (approved but not yet built) to the west and a mixture of vacant land, horse barns and housing to the south. I have included a site plan with this letter for your review. A neighborhood meeting will take place at the West Side Church of God (Building B, signs will be posted) at 7925 W. Bethany Home Road, Glendale, AZ from 6:00PM to 7:00PM on Thursday, August 17, Comments and questions will be accepted at that time. You may also contact Omar Cervantes (480) , Gary Lane (602) , or Paul Whalen with the City of Glendale at (623) Sincerely, OMAR CERVANTES Omar Cervantes Principal XCL Engineering, LLC

27 zzca C>.-zev-vavm ee MEETING SIGN-IN SHEET Project: NORTHERN RIDGE ESTATES - NEIGHBOUR'S MEETING Meeting Date: 8/17/2017 Faciliutor: Place/Room: Name Address Phone Oct sz.2

28 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN CHECKLIST Revised 08/16/2012 COMPLETION OF THE FOLLOWING IS NECESSARY FOR APPROVAL OF YOUR PLAN 1. Attach a cover page titled Citizen Participation Plan, which lists information such as the project name, location, and case number(s), if assigned at this time. 2. Provide a brief description of the proposed project. 3. State which public notification technique will be used for this project. Include a copy of your approved notification letter in the Plan. 4. Notification: a. Include the notification area map that was provided to you by Planning. List the property owners within the notification area who will be notified. b. List any Homeowners Associations and Registered Neighborhoods, and their representatives, who will be included in the Plan. c. List individuals on the Interested Parties list currently maintained and provided by Planning. d. List the names and addresses of individuals/companies on the Additional Notification list. This information was provided to you by Planning. 5. Identify to the best of your ability, who will be directly and indirectly affected by your proposal. Also identify any individuals who expressed interest in your project because they believe they will be affected. 6. State whether or not you have thought about the project from the perspective of individuals affected or otherwise interested and some of the concerns or issues these individuals may have. 7. State how those individuals affected or otherwise interested will be provided an opportunity to discuss the proposal with the applicant if issues or questions should continue, or suddenly arise after distribution of the applicant s notification letter (e.g., another neighborhood meeting, personal visits, etc.). 8. State how individuals will be informed of any changes or amendments to the proposed development after applicant s initial contact (notification has been mailed). 9. State how you plan to inform Planning on the status of their Citizen Participation efforts (e.g., letters, phone calls, etc.). 10. Prepare a schedule with dates for completion of their Citizen Participation Plan. This should include: a. The date the Citizen Participation Plan will be submitted to the project planner, b. The estimated plan implementation date, c. The amount of time allowed for citizen input after implementation, and d. A submittal date for the Citizen Participation Final Report. Upon approval of your Plan, please see the Citizen Participation Final Report Checklist. 8

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION FINAL REPORT CHECKLIST Revised 08/16/2012 COMPLETION OF THE FOLLOWING IS NECESSARY FOR APPROVAL OF YOUR FINAL REPORT 1.

29 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION FINAL REPORT CHECKLIST Revised 08/16/2012 COMPLETION OF THE FOLLOWING IS NECESSARY FOR APPROVAL OF YOUR FINAL REPORT 1. Attach a cover page titled Citizen Participation Final Report, which lists information such as the project name, location, and case number(s), if assigned at this time. 2. Provide brief description of the proposed project. 3. Provide a brief overview of the elements of their Citizen Participation Plan. 4. List dates that notification letters and meeting notices were mailed, newsletters, and other publications were posted and/or advertised. 5. Attach an outlined map of the specific areas where residents and property owners who were notified are located. 6. List the names of homeowners associations and registered neighborhood groups, and their representatives, and individuals on the district s Interested Parties list who were notified, and individuals on the Additional Notification List who were notified. 7. If applicable, identify dates and locations of all meetings where citizens were invited to discuss the proposal. 8. Provide the total number of individuals noticed and the number of people that actually participated in the process. 9. List concerns, issues, and problems expressed by the participants. 10. State how each concern, issue, and problem has been addressed and how applicant intends to continue to address them. 11. State concerns, issues, and problems the applicant is unable or unwilling to address and why. 12. Specifically identify how the proposal has been revised to address public concerns. 13. Attach copies of letters, affidavits, meeting invitations, newsletters, publications, signin sheets, petitions received in support or against the proposed project, and any other materials pertaining to the notification process. 14. Attach a complete mailing list used which includes all individuals located in the notice area, homeowners associations, registered neighborhood groups/ associations, individuals on the district s Interested Parties list and individuals on the Additional Notification list. The report should specify that the mailing list is attached as an appendix. 9

PRELIMINARY CONDITIONAL USE SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST REQUIREMENTS

PRELIMINARY CONDITIONAL USE SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST REQUIREMENTS This checklist must accompany your submittal as the cover page. CONDITIONAL USE Application Submittal Checklist for PRELIMINARY AND FINAL APPROVAL Per Winter Park Land Development Code Sec. 58-90 PRELIMINARY