Adaptive Reuse Policies
The following table outlines the adopted policies, applicable tiers and a brief description of policies that can be applied using the Adaptive Reuse Program. Links to each policy statement are found under the "Policy" column. For additional information, call 602-534-7344.
| Category | Policy | Eligibility Criteria | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program and Policy Documents (Note: all documents are pdf format) | |||
| Program / Policies | Point of Contact | All Tiers | P&D has established a point contact for each project who has knowledge and responsibility for the policies and procedures. |
| Program / Policies | Community and Economic Development Programs | All Tiers | The Community and Economic Development Department supports the Adaptive Reuse Program. Several programs could provide professional consultation or financing assistance. |
| Program / Policies | Historic Preservation Zoning Applications | All Tiers | Give priority to adaptive reuse projects when processing HP zoning applications. |
| Program / Policies | Historic Preservation Certificate of No Effect Application | All Tiers | Provide expedited reviews for adaptive reuse projects by using Certificate of No Effect rather than a Certificate of Appropriateness. |
| Program / Policies | Historic Preservation Grant Applications | All Tiers | Adjusted guidelines for projects eligible for HP bond funds to provide greater consideration to adaptive reuse. |
| Program / Policies | Enforcement Efforts | All Tiers | NSD provides seamless referrals to P&D and extends timeframes for enforcement compliance to business owners when meeting specific criteria. |
| Program / Policies | Sustainability Policy | All Tiers | Encouragement of resources and processes that support sustainable development for adaptive reuse projects. |
| Program / Policies | Sustainability Handout | All Tiers | References to organizations promoting sustainability efforts. |
| Program / Policies | Zoning Adjustment Agendas | All Tiers | Reserved one additional space on the Public Hearing Agenda for variances and use permits specifically for adaptive reuse projects. |
| Program / Policies | Assumed Risk Policy | All Tiers | Policy authorizing concurrent reviews of site, civil and building plans with customer's assumption of risks. |
| Program / Policies | Assumed Risk Affidavit | All Tiers | Required affidavit acknowledging assumed risk prior to proceeding with concurrent reviews of site, civil and building plans. |
| Building Life Safety Documents | |||
| Building / Life Safety | Evaluation Report for Building Permits ( Policy) ( Process) | All Tiers - no new square footage | In lieu of building plans, utilize a report sealed by an Arizona licensed architect or engineer certifying the building meets minimum life safety requirements for use in specific occupancy classifications. |
| Building / Life Safety | Life Safety Issues | All Tiers | Primary areas of focus and use of International Existing Building Code provide relief from code provisions for new buildings. |
| Building / Life Safety | Toilet Fixtures and Type of Restroom Facilities | All Tiers | Toilet fixture requirements were reduced in certain occupancies. Additionally, a policy classifies various methods to meet restroom requirements such as a district restroom. |
| Building Occupancy Documents | |||
| Building / Occupancy | Change of Occupancy & Hazard Levels | All Tiers | The 2012 International Existing Building Code, Chapter 10, the change of occupancy chapter, provides relief in building elements and materials, fire protection and means of egress based on the relative hazard level associated with each occupancy classification. |
| Building / Occupancy | B and M Occupancy Equivalency | All Tiers | Projects that meet certain criteria do not use the formal plan submittal process for a change of occupancy |
| Site / Landscaping Documents | |||
| Site / Landscape |
Proportionality Guidelines | All Tiers | Apply proportionality to define the site requirements as related to the scope of the project. |
| Site / Landscape | Site Plot Plan Option | All Tiers | Utilize Site Plot Plan methodology for simplified site documentation in lieu of a formal site plan submittal. |
| Site / Landscape | Combining Parcels | All Tiers | A code modification is not needed to combine parcels in certain circumstances. |
| Site / Landscape | Combine Landscape and Site Plans | All Tiers | When limited landscaping is required, it may be shown on the site plan in lieu of a separate plan submittal. |
| Site / Landscape | Landscape Standards | All Tiers | A Planning Commission policy and Zoning Ordinance text amendment outlines landscape requirements proportionate to the scope of the project. |
| Civil / Traffic Documents | |||
| Civil / Traffic |
Proportionality Guidelines | All Tiers | Apply proportionality to define the site requirements as related to the scope of the project. |
| Civil / Traffic | Parking | Tier 1 | Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to reduce the number of required parking stalls when certain conditions are met. |
| Civil / Traffic | Existing Driveways | Tier 1 & 2 | Allow existing driveways to remain without modification unless on an arterial or collector street. Arterial & Collector streets will be reviewed on a case by case basis by technical review staff. |
| Civil / Traffic | Alley Access | Tier 1 automatically; Tier 2 & 3 on case-by-case basis | Allow use of paved alley for secondary access. |
| Civil / Traffic | Broken Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk | Tier 1 & 2 on case-by-case basis | Eliminate requirements for repairs to broken curb, gutter and sidewalk if vertical displacement does not exceed 1/2 inch. |
| Civil / Traffic | Street Lights | Tier 1, 2 & 3 on case-by-case basis | An evaluation on the need for streetlights will occur on a case by case basis with personalized assistance from staff in the Street Transportation Department. |
| Civil / Traffic | Storm Water Retention Infill & Redevelopment Retention Policy | All Tiers | Eliminate retention requirements when project does not make existing situation worse. Reduce retention by using alternate methods such pre- vs post. |
| Civil / Traffic | Water Meter in Driveway | Tier 1 & 2 automatically; Tier 3 on case-by-case basis | Eliminate need to relocate existing water meters outside of a driveway where driveways do not need to be modified or where water service lines are not being modified. |
| Civil / Traffic | Water Line for Sprinkler System | Tier 1, 2 on case-by-case basis | A separate water meter is not required for a sprinkler system within certain parameters. The fire line can tap into domestic water line prior to meter. |