Planning & Zoning
Division Overview
The Planning and Zoning Division oversees all aspects relating to both short-range and long-range planning and development in the Town of Carefree. This responsibility includes managing and implementing the Town’s General Plan. General Plan 2030, which was last updated in 2012, outlines the general policies for development in the Town. The Zoning Ordinance, Town Code, Subdivision Ordinance, and Building Code provide the local regulations.
A hard copy of General Plan 2030 (PDF) may be viewed at Town Hall for free or purchased for $30 to recoup copy fees. If you have any questions, you may call the Planning and Zoning Staff at 480-488-3686 or visit the Carefree Administrative Offices, located at 8 Sundial Circle.
Certain developments require approvals from different review boards such as the Planning and Zoning Commission, Development Review Board, Board of Adjustment, and/or the Town Council, depending on the type of proposal. The members of the Planning & Zoning Commission also serve on the Development Review Board and Board of Adjustment. Prior to developing a property, applicants are encouraged to discuss the project with Town Staff to ensure the project and process comply with all applicable regulations.
Special Projects
Special Projects/Projects of Interest, in essence, are long-range planning efforts that address the vision, values, and goals of Carefree, typically as it pertains to its physical development. Often these Special Projects are in association with the Economic Development Division to assist with Economic Development initiatives that will ultimately help diversify and enhance the community's ability to provide core municipal services.
A key component to such efforts is community outreach at every level of the planning process. Often times key stakeholder groups made up of interested citizens, property owners, and local businesses are formed to provide staff and/or consultants feedback and direction based on their perspectives and roles in the community. Staff encourages a meaningful public participation and engagement process for all projects, plans, and implementation programs.
Contact Info
Stacey Bridge-Denzak
Planning Director & Zoning Administrator
stacey@carefree.org
Samantha Gesell
Planning Clerk
samantha@carefree.org
Relevant Documents
- Planning & Zoning
- Carefree Storehouse 3rd Neighborhood Meeting DATE CORRECTION
- Short Term Rental Registration Guide
- Carefree Storehouse 3rd Neighborhood Meeting
- PZ RECRUITMENT
- Town of Carefree Zoning Ordinance - Updated 08.14.23
- Carefree Storehouse Project Narrative
- Community Workshop #4
- Village Center Redevelopment Plan
- CFGP_MilestoneDates_Updated July 2023
- Community Design Standards and Guidelines - MOUNTAINSIDE 2023
- Community Design Standards and Guidelines- SINGLE FAMILY 2023
- Community Design Standards and Guildelines - COMMERCIAL 2023
- Carefree General Plan Community Survey Report
- Carefree General Plan - Citizen Workshop #2
- Carefree General Plan 2030
- CarefreeWayfinding_FINAL Tech Memo C
- Application Fee Schedule 10-16-07
- Citizen Participation Ordinance
- Color Zoning Map - Current 6-07-2019
- Natural Washes and Arroyos Maintenence Info for Residents 6-27-2018
- P-Z Board Volunteer Application 9-16-2020
- Stormwater Pollution Guide 6-27-2018
- Subdivision Ordinance (Effective 8-18-11)
- Suppl Info - Single Family Residential Landcape Guidelines w Protected and Recommended Plants
- Town of Carefree Land Use Map 012622
- Volunteer Questionnaire - Commission and Other
- DEVELOPMENT REVIEW MANUAL - LAND DIVISIONS
- DEVELOPMENT REVIEW MANUAL - MOUNTAINSIDE
- DEVELOPMENT REVIEW MANUAL - SITE PLAN REVIEW
- DEVELOPMENT REVIEW MANUAL - ZONING