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Coolidge Council Backs Garrett Motors Rezoning Request

Coolidge Council Backs Garrett Motors Rezoning Request

Apr 29, 2026
The Coolidge Council approved the Garrett Motors rezoning of 1.445 acres from residential to commercial on April 27, 2026. The applicant plans to pave the site as a used car lot.
Vine at Skyline Homes, Shops Plan Withdrawn in San Tan Valley

Vine at Skyline Homes, Shops Plan Withdrawn in San Tan Valley

Apr 23, 2026
The Pinal County Board accepted withdrawal of the Vine at Skyline San Tan Valley rezoning. The applicant will pursue the project through the town.
Retail and Housing Drive Villago Village Land Use Shift in Casa Grande

Retail and Housing Drive Villago Village Land Use Shift in Casa Grande

Apr 7, 2026
Casa Grande City Council approved a Villago Village PAD amendment on April 6, reshaping commercial and housing plans near McCartney and Pinal. New retail and multi-family development are expected to follow.
Former Avocado Nursery Near Central Arizona College Cleared for Commercial Use

Former Avocado Nursery Near Central Arizona College Cleared for Commercial Use

Mar 30, 2026
Pinal County approved the Overfield Road commercial rezoning 3–1, overruling a planning commission denial. A restaurant and retail development is planned for the former nursery site.
Casa Grande I-10 Rezone Denied Amid Traffic, Notice Concerns

Casa Grande I-10 Rezone Denied Amid Traffic, Notice Concerns

Mar 10, 2026
Casa Grande's Planning Commission voted 4–3 to deny a mixed-use zone change for 273 acres near the Florence Boulevard and I-10 interchange. Here's what was proposed and what comes next for residents.
New Retail, Housing and Road Changes Planned for McCartney and Pinal in Casa Grande

New Retail, Housing and Road Changes Planned for McCartney and Pinal in Casa Grande

Mar 10, 2026
The Casa Grande Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a Villago Village PAD amendment that shifts commercial land to multi-family housing along Pinal Avenue.
Queen Creek Moves to Release Thousands of Pinal County Residents From Its Planning Area While Advancing Ocotillo-Meridian Annexation

Queen Creek Moves to Release Thousands of Pinal County Residents From Its Planning Area While Advancing Ocotillo-Meridian Annexation

Mar 2, 2026
Queen Creek moves to release two Pinal County areas from its municipal planning area boundary. The Ocotillo-Meridian annexation advances separately
Vine at Skyline San Tan Valley: Commission Splits on Apartments at Gary Road and Skyline

Vine at Skyline San Tan Valley: Commission Splits on Apartments at Gary Road and Skyline

Feb 23, 2026
Pinal County planners voted against The Vine at Skyline San Tan Valley, a proposed apartment and commercial project. The Board of Supervisors will make the final decision.
City Complex Rezone Moves to Maricopa City Council

City Complex Rezone Moves to Maricopa City Council

Feb 10, 2026
A 2.1-acre City Complex rezone to mixed use moves to Maricopa City Council after the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval.
Proposed Apartments at Skyline and Gary Road Draw Pushback in San Tan Valley

Proposed Apartments at Skyline and Gary Road Draw Pushback in San Tan Valley

Feb 7, 2026
A San Tan Valley resident raised concerns about the Skyline and Gary Road development at a council meeting. A Pinal County hearing is set for February 19.
Big Tin Cotton Gin Owners Pitch Move to San Tan Valley

Big Tin Cotton Gin Owners Pitch Move to San Tan Valley

Jan 23, 2026
Big Tin Cotton Gin owners ask San Tan Valley council to help relocate the historic building due to development on its current site.
San Tan Valley Commercial Development Clears Planning Commission

San Tan Valley Commercial Development Clears Planning Commission

Jan 21, 2026
Pinal County recommended approval of a San Tan Valley commercial development near Ironwood and Ranch roads. The project joins a larger retail site near Queen Creek.
Florence Boulevard Land Use Change Opens Door for New Development in Casa Grande

Florence Boulevard Land Use Change Opens Door for New Development in Casa Grande

Dec 17, 2025
Casa Grande approves a General Plan amendment for 353 acres at Florence Boulevard and Overfield Road. The change allows commercial, industrial, and residential mixed-use development.
Retail and Storage Facility Approved on US 60 in Gold Canyon

Retail and Storage Facility Approved on US 60 in Gold Canyon

Dec 15, 2025
Pinal County approves Gold Canyon commercial rezoning for 16.3 acres. Development brings retail, contractor storage, and RV storage near Entrada del Oro.
Moonlight Ridge San Tan Valley Rezoning Denied by Pinal County

Moonlight Ridge San Tan Valley Rezoning Denied by Pinal County

Dec 11, 2025
Pinal County supervisors rejected the Moonlight Ridge San Tan Valley rezoning 3-2, keeping 14 acres commercial instead of rental townhomes.
San Tan Valley Urban Core: A Vision for the Town’s Future

San Tan Valley Urban Core: A Vision for the Town’s Future

Dec 5, 2025
San Tan Valley's first town manager outlines plans for the 3,239-acre urban core. Flexible zoning aims to attract developers and create jobs.
Coolidge P&Z Approves Dual-Blend Marriott Hotel

Coolidge P&Z Approves Dual-Blend Marriott Hotel

Nov 12, 2025
Coolidge Planning and Zoning approved a Marriott hotel Coolidge development with 110 rooms. The dual-blended project moves to permit phase.
Casa Grande Commission Shapes East Side Character with 353-Acre Land Use Decision

Casa Grande Commission Shapes East Side Character with 353-Acre Land Use Decision

Nov 8, 2025
Casa Grande Planning Commission voted 7-0 to advance a 353-acre mixed-use development plan near Florence Boulevard and Overfield Road. City Council decides December 15.
Maricopa Approves Second Terrible’s One Mile from First

Maricopa Approves Second Terrible’s One Mile from First

Nov 7, 2025
Maricopa approved rezoning for a second Terrible's location about a mile from the first. The Honeycutt site can be developed under either zoning designation.
Southbridge Marketplace Development to Bring New Shopping Options to Maricopa

Southbridge Marketplace Development to Bring New Shopping Options to Maricopa

Oct 29, 2025
Maricopa Planning Commission reviewed Southbridge Marketplace Phase 2 plans featuring three commercial buildings and an Aldi grocery store on Honeycutt Avenue.
Buffalo Wild Wings Coming to Maricopa’s Stonegate Road

Buffalo Wild Wings Coming to Maricopa’s Stonegate Road

Oct 29, 2025
Buffalo Wild Wings is coming to Maricopa's Stonegate Road. The 7,644-square-foot restaurant will feature 120 parking spaces and a west-facing patio for summer evenings.
MDI Rock Landscape Store Planned for Florence’s Arizona Farms

MDI Rock Landscape Store Planned for Florence’s Arizona Farms

Oct 28, 2025
Florence Town Council unanimously approves industrial rezoning for MDI Rock's 10-acre landscape supply facility at Arizona Farms Road on October 21, 2025.
Florence Expands Revitalization Grants to Gateway District

Florence Expands Revitalization Grants to Gateway District

Oct 27, 2025
The Town of Florence has officially added the Gateway District to its Downtown Revitalization Plan, opening access to grants and façade improvement funds for local businesses along State Route 287.
Florence Council Approves Skyview Farms Expansion to Nearly 10,000 Homes

Florence Council Approves Skyview Farms Expansion to Nearly 10,000 Homes

Oct 26, 2025
The Town of Florence has unanimously approved a landmark amendment expanding the Skyview Farms master-planned community to 2,465 acres and nearly 10,000 homes with mixed-use zones and extensive trails.
Irish Cowboy Wins Bar License Approval, Plans Beer To-Go and Cocktail Delivery

Irish Cowboy Wins Bar License Approval, Plans Beer To-Go and Cocktail Delivery

Oct 10, 2025
The Florence Town Council voted 6-1 to recommend a Series 006 bar license for The Irish Cowboy on Main Street, replacing its restaurant license. The change will allow later bar hours, beer and cocktail takeout, and expanded alcohol delivery services.
Florence Commission Recommends Nearly 10,000-Home Skyview Farms With Mixed-Use Commercial

Florence Commission Recommends Nearly 10,000-Home Skyview Farms With Mixed-Use Commercial

Oct 6, 2025
The Florence Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a major amendment expanding the Skyview Farms master-planned community to 2,465 acres with 9,975 proposed homes. The plan adds mixed-use commercial zones, arterial road improvements, parks, and trails pending Town Council approval.
San Tan Valley Advances Residential Growth with North Copper Basin Development Approval

San Tan Valley Advances Residential Growth with North Copper Basin Development Approval

Sep 22, 2025
The Pinal County Board of Supervisors approved the 389-acre North Copper Basin development in a 4–1 vote, setting the stage for thousands of new homes in San Tan Valley. The project, on State Trust Land, will be auctioned in phases starting in 2026 and includes at least 25 acres of commercial space.
Casa Grande Denies Low Income Apartment Complex Near Promenade Shopping Center

Casa Grande Denies Low Income Apartment Complex Near Promenade Shopping Center

Sep 11, 2025
The Casa Grande Planning and Zoning Commission voted 2–3 to reject a proposed 336-unit affordable housing complex near the Promenade Shopping Center, citing traffic and infrastructure concerns. The project, backed by Low Income Housing Tax Credits, drew resident opposition and was delayed pending completion of the city’s housing supply study.
Casa Grande City Council Approves Foreign Trade Zone for NRS Logios Logistics Facility

Casa Grande City Council Approves Foreign Trade Zone for NRS Logios Logistics Facility

Sep 7, 2025
Casa Grande and other Arizona municipalities are backing NRS Logios’ proposed Foreign Trade Zone subzone at Ethington and Clayton roads. The $90 million logistics hub could bring up to 100 jobs while securing tax incentives and federal trade benefits.
Florence Continues Façade Grant Program to Support Downtown Redevelopment

Florence Continues Façade Grant Program to Support Downtown Redevelopment

Sep 5, 2025
Florence continues its Façade Grant Program to enhance downtown redevelopment and support local businesses with funding assistance.