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H O N EA H EIG H TS III
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THE TOWN OF MARANA
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MARANA March 16, 2010
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MARANA AZ 85653 � AMpUNT PAIII
MARANA ORDINANCE NO. 2010.05
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RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT; APPROVING A REZONING CREATING THE HONEA
HEIGHTS III SPECIFIC PLAN
WHEREAS, the Town of Marana (the "Developer") is the owner of approximately 37.7 acres
of property located south of Sandy Street and east of Sanders Road within a portion of Section 33,
Township 11 South and Range 11 East, as described on Exhibit "A", attached to and incorporated in
this Ordinance by this reference (the "Rezoning Area"); and
' WHEREAS, the Marana Planning Commission held a public hearing on February 24, 201 Q,
and at said meeting voted 4-1 (with Commissioners Wood and Jakab excused) to recommend that
the Town Council approve this rezoning; and
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WHEREAS, the Marana Mayar and Town Council held a public hearing on March 16, 2010
and determined that the application for rezoning should be appmved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAIIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF MARANA, ARIZONA, as follows:
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SECTION 1. A minor amendment to the General Plan of approximately 37.7 acres of the
Rezoning Area located south of Sandy Street and east of Sanders Road within a portion af Section
33, Township 11 South, Range 11 East, changing the General Plan designation from Medium-
Density Residential to Master Planning Area, is hereby approved.
SECTION 2. The zoning of the Rezoning Ar�a is hereby changed from "A" (Small Lot) to
"F" (Specific Plan) creating the Honea Heights III Specific Plan.
SECTION 3. This rezoning is subject to the following conditions, the violation ofwhich shall
be treated in the same manner as a violation af the Town of Marana Land Development Code (but
which shall not cause a reversion of this rezoning Ordinance):
1. Compliance with all provisions of Towns Codes, Ordinances, and policies of the General Plan
current at the time of development including, but not limited to, requirements for public
improvements.
2. This project is responsible for paying the required Lower Santa Cruz River Levee fee of $18,850
and any other applicable impact fees.
3. The property owner shall not cause any 1ot split of any kind within the Rezoning Area without
the written consent of the Town of Marana.
4. No approval, pernut or authorization by the Town of Marana authorizes violation of any federal
or state law or regulation or relieves the applicant or the land owner from responsibility to ensure
compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including the Endangered
Species Act and the Clean Water Act. Appropriate experts should be retained and appropriate
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federal and state agencies should be consulted to determine any action necessary to assure
compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
A master drainage study must be submitted by the Developer and accepted by the Town prior to
approval of any preliminary plat or development plan.
A deta.iled traffic analysis shall be submitted and accepted by staff prior to approval of any
preliminary plat or development plan.
The developer will be responsible for the design and construction of any roadway improvements
that the Town requires based on the data and findings of the accepted traffic impact analysis and
other traffic studies tliat will be required at the platting or development plan stages of this
l�.lect.
Installation of a non-potable water system shall be required to serve the common open space
areas and other landscaped amenities, as accepted by the Town af Marana.
A Sewer Service Agreement and Master Sewer Plan shall be submitted by the I?eveloper and
accepted by the wastewater provider and the Town Engineer prior to the approval of the final
plat.
10: A Water Service Agreement and a Master Water Plan must be subrnitted by the Developer and
accepted by the Utilities Director prior to the approval of the final plat by the Town Council.
11. 'The property owner shall transfer, by the appropriate Arizona Departinent of Water Resources
form, those water rights being IGR, Type I or Type II to the Town of Mazana for the Town
providing designation of assured water supply and water service to said property. If Type I or
Type II are needed on said property, the Town and developer/landowner shall arrive at an
agreeable solurion to the use of those water rights appurtenant to said land.
12. An annual report shall be submitted within 30 days of the anniversary of the Town Council's
approval of the Specific Plan in addition to those requirements listed in the Land Development
Code and Specific Plan.
13. Upon adoption of the ordinance by the Mayor and Council approving the Honea Heights III
Specific Plan, the applicant shall provide the Planning Department with the following final
editions of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan: one non-bound original; forty bound copies; and
one digital copy in Microsoft Word or other acceptable format within sixty da}�s of the adoption.
SECTION 4. All ordinances, resolutions and motions and parts of ordinances, resolutions,
' and motions of the Marana Town Council in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are
hereby repealed, effective as of the effective date of this Ordinance.
' SECTION 5. If any section, subsectian, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance
is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any co�rt of competent -
jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions hereof.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Counc' of e own of Marana,
Arizona, this 16`� day of Marc����tl/►/����
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EXHIBIT A TO MARANA ORDINANCE NO. 2010.d5
PARCEL 1
Ali that portion af the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quart�r of the Northeast Quarter of Section
33, Township Il South, Range 11 East, Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Pima County, Arizona,
described as follows:
Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Southeast Quarter;
THENCE South 89 degrees 40 minutes 56 seconds West, along the Southeriy line of said Southeast
Quarter, a distance of 660.51 feet to the Southwest corner of said Southeast Quarter;
THENCE North 00 degrees il minutes 36 setonds West, along the Westeriy line of said Southeast
Quarter, a distance of 610.43 feet;
THENCE South 49 degrees 54 min�+tes 14 seconds East, departing said Westerty line, a distance of 865.92
feet to the Easterly line of said Southeast Quarter;
THENCE South QO degrees 11 minutes 19 seconds East, along said Easterly line of said Southeast .
Quarter, a distance of 49.06 feet to the Point of Beginning.
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PARCEL 2
A portion of the north half of Section 33, Township il south, Range li East, Gila and Sa{t River
Meridian, Pima County, Arizona.
Said parcel being more particulariy described as foilows;
COMMENCING at the west quarter corner of said Section 33, said corner being a found 2" open pipe;
THENCE North 0°34'34" West,1321.02 feet along the west line of said north half, from said point of the
northwest corner of said Section 33 bears North 0°34'34" West, 1321.02 feet, said northwest corner
being a found 3" brass disk in hand hole stamped'?.O.M. R.L.S. 18552",
THENCE North 89°41'26" East, 400.00 feet (measured and record) along the south line of the northwest
quarter of the northwest quarter of said section 33;
THEPICE North 0°34'34" West parallel with the west {ine of the northwest quarter of said Section 33,
91.07 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, said point being a set 3�" rebar tegged "R1516555".
THENCE continuing North 0°34'34" West along said parallei line 63.93 feet, to a set Y:" rebar tagged "RLS
16555",
THENCE North 89°41'26" East parallel with the south line of the northwest quarter of the northwest
quarter of said Section 33, 172.17 feet to a point of a non-tangential curve with a locat radial bearing of
Nocth 18°10'06" West, concave to the north, said point being a set X" rebar tagged "RLS 16555".
THENCE easterly atong the arc of said curve to the left having a radius of 1666.85, through a central
angle of 1°09'37", for an arc length of 33.76 feet to a paint of tangency, said point being a set Y:" rebar
tagged "RLS 16555",
7HENCE North 70°40'17" East,16.64 feet to a set tagged "RLS 16555",
THENCE North 0°34'34" West parallel with the west line if the northwest quarter of said Section 33,
158.53 feet to a point from which a found 134" aluminum capped pin with punch at the intersection of
Honea Drive with Sandy Street bears South 89°41'07" West, 190.02 feet, said streets established by the
plat of Honea Heights at the Pima County Recorders Office at Book 12 Page 58 of Maps and Plats;
THENCE North 89°41'07" East, 726.44 feet to a found 1 X" aluminum capped pi� with a punch at the
intersedion of Sandy Street with Morgan Drive;
THENCE North 89°40'S2" East, 696.46 feet (measured, 696.35 feet record) to a found railroad spike with
cross cut at the intersection of Sandy Street with Hester Drive;
THENCE 89°41'32" East, 242.64 feet to a set rebar tagged "RLS 16555", from which a found railroad
spike with cross cut bears Narth 89°41'32" East, 347.48 feet;
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TFiENCE South 30°00'17" East,1526.45 feet to a set'r4" rebar tagged "RLS 16555", from which a found
'/s" rebar tagged "RtS 16555", from which a found Y:" rebar tagged "RLS 22759" bears South 30°00'17"
East, 373.40 feet;
THENCE North 54 West, 580.98 feet to a point of curvature on a tangent curve cancave to the
south, said point being a set Y:" rebar tagged "RLS 16555";
THENCE westerly along the arc of said curve to the feft having a radius of 4073.45 feet, through a central
angle of 32 for an arc length of 2,324.96 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
The above described parcel contains an area af 24.93 acres, more or less.
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All that part of the North half of Sedion 33, Township 11 South, Range 11 East, Gila and Salt River Base
and Meridian, Pima County, Arizona, described as follows:
Beginning at the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest
Quarter;
THENCE Easterly to the Narthwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the
Northwest Quarter;
THENCE Southerly to the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the
Northwest Quarter;
TNEIVCE Easterly to the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the
Northeast Quarter;
The Northerly to the Northwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the
Northeast Quarter;
THENCE Northwesterly to the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter;
THENCE North along the West line of the Northeast Quarter, a distance of 330 feet;
THENCE Westerty, parallel with the South line of the North half of the Northwest Quarter, to a point
distant 620 feet East of the West line of Section 33;
THENCE Southeriy, paratlel with the West line of Section 33, a distance of 175 feet;
THENCE Westerly, paratlel with the South line of the North half of the Northwest Quarter, a distance of
220 feet;
THENCE Southerly, parallel with the West (ine of Section 33, a distance of 155 feet to a point in the
south tine of the North half of the Northwest Quarter;
THENCE Westerly along the South line of the North half of the Northwest Quarter, a distance of 400 feet
to the West line of Section 33;
THENCE Southerly along the said West line of the Point of Beginning;
EXCEPT the West SO feet of said Northwest Quarter;
AND FURTHER EXCEPT all that portion conveyed to Pima County, Arizona, a body politic as described in
Deed recorded Aprif 5,19$5 in Docket 7506, page 113.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
� Introduction
GeneralStatement ..................................................................................................
Project Overview .....................................................................................................
, Specific Plan Summary ...........................................................................................
Location..................................................................................................................
Authorityand Scop ..................................................................................................
' Legal Description ....................................................................................................
Exhibit 1.C.a: Location and Vicinity Map .................................................................
Exhibit1.C.b: Regional Map ...................................................................................
t Development Capability Report
Introduction.............................................................................................................
Exhibit 2.A: Development Context Map ..................................................................
' Existing Land Uses .................................................................................................
Exhibit 2.B.2a: Existing Land Use Map
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Exhibit 2.B.2b: Existing Zoning Map .......................................................................
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Hydrology............................................................................................................
Vegetation...........................................................................................................
Exhibit 2.E.a: Vegetative Zones ..........................................................................
Exhibit 2.E.b: Ariziona Game and Fish Letter .....................................................
Wildlife................................................................................................................
Soilsand Geology ...............................................................................................
Exhibit 2.F: United State Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife
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Exhibit2.G: Soil Map ...................................................................................................... 31
EnvironmentalServices .................................................................................................. 32
Viewsheds....................................................................................................................... 32
Exhibit2.1.a: Site Photo .................................................................................................. 33
Exhibit 2.1.b: Areas of High Visibility Map ...................................................................... 35
Trafficand Road System ................................................................................................ 36
Recreationand Trails ...................................................................................................... 37
Exhibit 2.K: Open Space, Trails, and Recreation Map .................................................... 39
CulturalResources ......................................................................................................... 40
AffordableHousing ......................................................................................................... 41
Existing Infrastructure and Public Facilities .................................................................... 42
Exhibit 2.N.a: Sewer Services Map .................................................. .... 44
Exhibit 2.N.b: Fire Services Map ..................................................................................... 45
Exhibit 2.N.c: Water Service Letter ..........................o...............,...................................... 46
Exhibit 2.N.d: Water Services Map ................................................................................. 47
Exhibit 2.N.e: School Location Map ................................................................................ 48
Exhibit 2.O.a: McHarg Composite Map ......................................................................o.... 50
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Purpose and Intent ................................................................................
Goals and Objectives ............................................................................
Relationship to Adopted Plans ..............................................................
Compatibility with Adjoining Development ............................................
LandUse Concept ................................................................................
Exhibit 3.E: Honea Heights Conceptual Design ....................................
GradingConcept ...................................................................................
Post Development Hydrology ...............................................................
Environmental Resources .....................................................................
Viewsheds.............................................................................................
Circulation Concept Plan ......................................................................
Exhibit 2: Town of Marana, Traffic Engineering Division Interoffice
Memorandum 05/05/2008 ................................................................................
Landscape Concept Plan .................................................................................
Open Space, Recreation, Parks and Trails Concept Plan ...............................
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Development Regulations
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GeneralProvision ........................................................................................................... 69
Development Standards ................................................................................................. 70
Environmentally Responsive Building Standards ........................................................... 71
DesignStandards ........................................................................................................... 73
OpenSpace .................................................................................................................... 74
Landscaping.................................................................................................................... 75
Streets............................................................................................................................. 76
Affordability..................................................................................................................... 76
Implementation and Administration
Purposeand Intent ................................................................................
General Responsibilities .......................................................................
Development Review Procedure ..........................................................
Design Review Process ........................................................................
Phasing.................................................................................................
Specific Plan Administration .................................................................
Appendix A: Legal Description
Town of Marana — Parcel 1 ...................................................................
Town of Marana — Parcel 2 ...................................................................
Town of Marana — Parcel 3 ...................................................................
Appendix B: Plant Palette
TreePalette ..........................................................................................
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Appendix C: Design Review Application
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General Statement
Marana's leadership recognizes the value of offering a wide variety of housing options balanced to
preserve existing housing stock, meet the changing needs of current and future residents, promote
economic growth, and enhance the character of the community. They also understand that careful land
and circulation planning offers developers opportunities to bring creative ideas to fruition and gives
farmers and environmentalists the open-space and habitat protections they require, This plan has
been developed as a guide to facilitate sustainable growth and create a livable community with vibrant
neighborhoods that promote diversity, advance inclusivity, and celebrate Marana's hometown feel. The
elements of this plan are intended to foster quality planning and development, encourage the
availability of affordable housing to all sectors, and promote energy efficiency to further the economic
stability of the region.
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan addresses the first three housing objectives outlined in Marana's
General Plan, The housing plan, adopted by the Town's Affordable Housing Citizen Advisory
Commission and as part of the 2007 General Plan, recognizes that the area's supply of affordable
housing is extremely limited and calls for the provision of sufficient availability and variety of safe,
decent, and appropriate affordable housing stock within cohesive neighborhoods that meet the needs
of present and future Marana residents. The objectives being addressed by the Honea Heights III
Specific Plan are to: (1) promote quality residential development along with diversity in housing type;
(2) encourage the development of affordable owner-occupied housing units; and (3) encourage and
promote community efforts to revitalize mature neighborhoods.
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A. Project Overview
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan is a Town of Marana sponsored mixed-income residential infill
project as part of a redevelopment strategy intended to increase the availability of affordable
housing and address a need for enhanced neighborhood infrastructure in older Northern Marana
neighborhoods,
The Town intends to develop approximately 93 single family units with 50% open space devoted to
trails, paths, and park amenities designed to integrate into the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path
to provide connectivity to the Marana Heritage River Park and neighboring retail development in
Gladden Farms. Housing types will vary and may include both attached and detached models. All
will be equipped with rear loading garages. Front entrances will be connected by sidewalks and
trails, The homes built along Sandy Street will face existing development and reflect the height
and scale of existing homes, Houses built in the interior will face one another, public courtyards,
pocket parks, or the Santa Cruz River Linear Park.
Honea Heights III Specific Plan will serve as Marana's first large-scale mixed-income housing
development and will introduce a new cooperative development model to expand the number of
affordable housing units and boost the economic sustainability of the community. Town staff is
working with non-profit partners and federal, state, and local funders to leverage resources to
facilitate the sale of homes to lower-income families earning at or below 80% of the Area Median
Income (AMI). At least 40% of the houses will be sold to these families with an additional 30 —
40% of the homes being offered to families eaming between 80 —120% AMI, filling a gap needed
for workforce housing in the area.
B, SpeciFc Plan Summary
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan establishes comprehensive guidance and regulations for the
development of approximately 38 acres owned by and located in the Town of Marana, Arizona.
The Specific Plan outlines the development regulations, programs, development and design
standards required for the creation of a mixed-income neighborhood with affordable housing units
designated and sponsored by the Town and funded under local, state, and federal programs. The
Specific Plan also provides the parameters to implement housing and open space development by
establishing policies and regulations that replace and/or supersede the current property zoning and
other Town development regulations. The Honea Heights III Specific Plan is regulatory and
adopted by a Marana Town Council ordinance upon the recommendation of the Town of Marana's
Affordable Housing Advisory and Planning and Zoning Commissions.
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan development is designed to provide an innovative mixed-
income housing model; preserve the unique characteristics of the native desert landscape, and
promote energy efficient and environmentally responsive building.
1 It is anticipated that the Town of Marana will act as master developer for this project and take
primary responsibility for the development of infrastructure to include all roads, parks, trails, and
drainage and will retain ownership of all common areas and open-space, Housing development will
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be completed in partnership with independent builders selected through a proposal process and
contracted through development agreements, All activities undertaking as part of this Specific Plan
will meet the standards established by the Town of Marana, its funders, and housing regulatory
agencies, The Town of Marana is an equal housing agency.
C. Location
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan will be developed on three contiguous parcels located south of
Sandy Street between Sanders Road to the west and the Marana Heritage River Park and
Gladden Farm Neighborhood to the east, in the Town of Marana. The parcels are bordered to the
south by the Santa Cruz River bank protection.
See: Exhibit 1.C.a Location and Vicinity Map, Exhibit 1.C.b Regional Map
D. Authority and Scope
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan has been prepared under authority provided by the State of
Arizona in Arizona Revised Statues, Section § 9-461.08. Arizona law allows the preparation of this
specific plan based on the general plan, as may be required for the systematic execution of the
general plan. Town of Marana Ordinance No. 87-22 provides the uniform procedures and criteria
for the preparation, review, adoption, and implementation of specific plans in Marana.
Arizona Revised Statues, Sections 36-1403.12 (12)(B) and (C) provides the Town of Marana
authority to: Determine where blighted a�eas exist or where there is a shortage of decent, safe and
sanitary dwelling accommodations for persons of low income,• and Make studies and
recommendations relating to the problem of c%aring, planning, designing and reconstructing
blighted areas, and the problem of providing dwelling aaommodations for persons of low income,
and cooperate with the state or any political subdivision of this state in actions taken in connectron
with these problems, Development and implementation of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan and
neighborhood development will be completed pursuant to this authority,
In accordance with provisions outlined by these state statutes and Town of Marana Ordinance No.
87-22, a series of public hearings will be conducted by the Town's Planning and Affordable
Housing Citizen Advisory Commissions and the Town Council after which the Specific Plan
Ordinance may be adopted by the Town Council and become effective.
E. Legal Description
See Appendix A: Legal Description
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A. lntroduction
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan presents an opportunity for the Town of Marana to leverage
existing lantl resources to provide affordable housing in a mixed-income neighborhood designed to
take advantage of the natural components of the property and surrounding area. During development
of this Specific Plan a systematic and deliberate analysis of existing conditions, both natural and
developed, has been completed to ensure that the housing project and related infrastructure
improvements enhance and compliment existing and planned development. This Development
Capability Report follows the Town of Marana requirements provided in Specific Plans Application of
the Town of Marana Land Development Code [05,06.02 (D)].
Pursuant to this requirement, the following physical components of the site were compiled to assess
the suitability of the property for development:
• Existing Land Uses �_
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Cruz Shared-Use Path
The Town of Marana is one of Arizona's fastest growing and urbanizing communities with a varied
population of native residents and new-comers enjoying both rural and urban lifestyles, There are
twelve (12) existing antl approved housing developments in close proximity to the proposed Honea
Heights III Specific Plan including Honea Heights I& II, Gladden Farms I& II, Payson Farms, Rancho
Marana, Vanderbilt Farms, Las Pilas, Fianchetto Farms, Heritage Park, Barrios de Marana, Marana
Gardens, Sanders Grove, and Uptown Marana neighborhoods, In addition, public and commercial
development is both pentling and underway throughout northern Marana to provide municipal,
agricultural, educational, retail, commercial, industrial, and expanded medical services in the near
future. None of the projects mentioned above include an affortlability component.
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B. Existing Land Uses
1. On-Site:
Existing Conditions
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan is proposed for approximately 38 acres of land previously
owned by the Pima County Flood Control District and conveyed to the Town after an expansive
extension of the Santa Cruz River bank protection removed vast stretches of land from the
floodplain. This bank protection diverts the river away from developedldevelopable areas.
Once the new levee system was in place, the former flood protection and reclassified property was
abandoned creating an extensive blighted area overgrown with brush and buffle grass, an invasive
species plaguing southern Arizona. Not only were large chunks of concrete (formerly used as bank
protection) rising up from the desert floor, the property had become a dumping place for discartled
household appliances, green waste, and an occasional abandoned vehicle,
In 2005, the property was conveyed to the Town. Since then, the Town has been working to
reclaim the land for residential use and create parks and open space as part of an overall
neighborhood revitalization project. After an initial cleanup, Town crews have worked to remove
discarded items, rubbish and public infrastructure alike to help stimulate positive development in
the neighborhood. In addition, a fourteen (14) foot wide shared-use path featuring rest nodes,
enhanced desert landscaping, irrigation, signage, and connections to existing facilities and trail
segments has been provided. The path is intended to accommodate non-motorized users including
pedestrians, joggers, in-line skaters, bicyclists, and individuals in wheelchairs antl other assistive
equipment.
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Zoning
The property is currently zoned A— Small Lot: residential, commercial, industrial, and quasi-public
land uses shall be permitted so long as each such land use is conducted on a lot no larger than 2,5
acres and is consistent with the Significant Land Use Change procedure described in Section
05.03 of this Code. This is not, however, to be construed to permit any land use that may be
specifically prohibited within the Town of Marana by this or any other Ordinance of the Town of
Marana or by State or Fetleral law.
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Photo B.1.a: View from the Santa Cruz Shared-
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2. Off-Site: Existing Conditions and Zoning within a'/z Mile Radius
Existing Conditions - Adjacent to the north of the proposed development are Honea Heights I
& II, Known as a single neighborhood, Honea Heights is one of the oldest platted areas in
Marana. There are approximately 140 homes placed on 200 designated lots in the
neighborhood, Lot sizes range from 6,500 to 20,000 square feet. The existing homes include
a mi�ure of site-built, manufactured, and modular construction in varying states of repair and
functionality. Some properties are home to smaller farm animals and horses. There are
commercial uses including a home-based beauty shop, a printer, other small businesses, and
two churches along the northern and western edges of the neighborhood.
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Heights neighborhood, Once individual sewer connections are completed, the Town has
committed to provitling upgraded road antl sidewalk construction to help bring the
neighborhood into alignment with newer subdivisions.
To the east Gladtlen Farms and to the north Fianchetto Farms and Rancho Marana offer
traditional single-family detached housing on lots ranging from 6,000 to 12,000 square feet.
Housing types are similar to those shown below.
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The southern and western borders of the project area designated flood plain zones, The Santa
Cruz River and levee protection run the full southern length of the proposed project site. Cattle
grazing and other agricultural uses are being conductetl along the river way. No commercial or
residential development is permittetl in this area,
Table 1; Land Use within a'/2 Mile Radius
North Residential and Commercial — Honea Heights I& II
South Vacant — Agriculture and the Santa Cruz River
East Agriculture —Marana Heritage Park Farm; Gladden Farms (single-family residential)
West Agriculture — State of Arizona leased ranch land
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Zoning - Adjacent to the north of the proposed development are Honea Heights I& II, which
are Zone A- residential, commercial, industrial, and quasi-public land uses so long as each
such land use is conducted on a lot no larger than 2,5 acres and is consistent with the
Significant Land Use Change procedure described in Section 05.03 of this Code. New
development to the north and east, both proposed and built, consists of single-family detached
homes with R-6, R-8, antl "F" Specific Plan zoning.
Parcels to the south and west are Zone D designated flood plain.
Table 1; Zonin Within a'/z Mile Radius
' Zone A— Residential Commercial, industrial and quasi-public land use.
North Zone R-6— Fianchetto Farms
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Building Heights
The project site is bordered by vacant agricultural lantl to the east and west; the Santa Cruz
River to the south; and residential development to the north. The existing development in the
Honea Heights I and II subdivisions is predominately single story. Some additional buildings
structures in the neighborhood include barns and storage sheds, including structures reaching
20 to 25 feet,
Pending and Conditional Rezonings
There are no pending actions adjacent to or within a'/z mile radius of the proposed
development area, There are several contlitional rezonings including Gladden, Payson, and
Fianchetto Farms rezonings, and the Rancho Marana West Specific Plan.
SubdivisionlDevelopment Plans Approved
There are seven (7) residential subdivisions approved within a'/z mile radius of the project site.
These include Honea Heights I& II, Gladden Farms I& II, Rancho Marana 154, Fianchetto
Farms, and Payson Farms. No development plans are approved within a'/2 mile radius.
Architectural Style of Adjacent Development
The architectural style of the existing homes varies widely with ranch, territorial, and
manufactured homes sprinkled throughout the Honea Heights neighborhood, Other
developments underway in the area consist of one- and two-story single family detached units
built on lot sizes ranging between 6,000 and 12,000 square feet. The photographs below
depict the variety of older and new development in the area.
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The Honea Heights III Specific Plan covers an approximate 38 acre land mass removed from the
floodway by the Santa Cruz River Levee system, The topography of the adjacent neighborhood slopes
toward Moore Road with the exception of parcels facing Sandy Street. The project which is designed to
use rain water runoff from this area could save water resources. Guidelines to capture and use rain
water will be outlined in Section III — Development Plan.
Hillside Conservation Areas
No hillside conservation areas exist on this site.
Rock Outcrops
No rock outcrops exist on this site.
Slopes of 15% or Greater
There are no slopes greater than 15% within the confines of the proposed building envelopes.
Other Significant Topographic Features
No other topographic features such as protected peaks and ridges exist on this site.
Pre-Development Cross-Slope
The parcel cross-slope is similar to the longitudinal slope. The proposed grades are generally
conducive to development.
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Off-site Watersheds
Eleven (11) offsite watersheds (OS) were identified that generate stormwater which is conveyed
onto the Honea Heights property, Offsite watershed OS1 is a commercially developed parcel to
the west. OS2 is a single residential parcel to the north-west, OS3-OS5 are low-density residential
watersheds north of the property boundary at Sandy Street, OS6-OS10 are low-density residential
watersheds to the north-east of the property. Offsite watershed OS11 is an agricultural parcel
(State Trust Lands) south-east of Honea Heights.
All the stormwater conveyed from offsite watersheds and generated from the onsite watersheds of
Honea Heights, is conveyed downstream to the Santa Cruz River.
The hydrologic calculations for the offsite watershed were performed utilizing the Pima County
Modified Rational Method outlined in the Hydrology Manual for Engineering Design and Floodplain
Management within Pima County, Arizona. Table 2.D.a summarizes the hydrologic analysis of the
offsite watersheds.
Table 2.D.a OFFSITE HYDROLOGIC ANALYSIS
Concentration Drainage Area Length Slope Impervious Runoff Coef. Basin Factor Q100
Point (acre) (ft) (ft/ft) (%) (C (n (cfs)
OS1 0.95 330 0,012 70 0.822 0.018 8
OS2 0.80 166 0,018 20 0.603 0.036 5
OS3 2.41 426 0,019 30 0.647 0.028 15
OS4 4.40 917 0,011 30 0.647 0.028 28
OS5 5.63 482 0,015 30 0.647 0.028 35
OS6 0.50 194 0.015 30 0.647 0.028 4
OS7 1.37 274 0,033 30 0.647 0.028 9
OS8 1.66 259 0.042 20 0.603 0.036 10
OS9 1.62 308 0,032 0 0.515 0.040 9
OS10 4.87 413 0,019 10 0.559 0.040 26
OS11 14.95 1701 0,006 0 0.475 0.042 38
Retention is not required for the proposed project at Honea Heights, as the residential density will
be less than 3 residents per acre (RAC),
Off-Site Watershed Features
There are no significant offsite natural or man-made features located within the upstream-offsite
watersheds of Honea Heights. Under the existing conditions, all stormwater generated within the
offsite watersheds of Honea Heights is conveyed onsite as sheet flow.
All stormwater generated within the offsite and onsite watersheds of Honea Heights is conveyed to
the Santa Cruz River at the existing 3-36" corrugated metal pipe (CMP) culvert, located at the most
downstream onsite concentration point.
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The existing culvert has been constructed to convey stormwater through the levee associated with
� the Santa Cruz River. The levee is aligned with the southwest property boundary of Honea
Heights. The culvert conveys the stormwater generated landward of the levee to the Santa Cruz
River.
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The Honea Heights parcel is bordered to the southwest by a levee, associated with the Santa Cruz
River. The onsite watershed is typical of land immediately landward of a levee: shallow depression
with no significant drainage patterns. Stormwater conveyed through the parcel is conveyed as
shallow sheet flow, collecting within the depression. The stormwater would then be conveyed to the
Santa Cruz River at the existing 3-36" CMP culvert. The culvert has been constructed through the
levee, bordering the property to the southwest.
Under the existing conditions, the 100-year peak discharge at the existing culvert is 138 cfs. The
existing culvert was analyzed under the peak discharge conditions. The required headwater to
convey the peak discharge was delineated as the 100-year floodplain.
Detention is not required for the proposed project at Honea Heights due to its location in respect to
the Santa Cruz River, the regional watercourse immediately downstream of the project area. The
time of concentration (tc) of the Honea Heights offsite and onsite watersheds is very short in time
with respect to the tc of the Santa Cruz River. Therefore, the peak discharge at the Honea Heights
downstream concentration point will occur earlier than that of the Santa Cruz River, having no
effect of the peak discharge rate of the regional watercourse.
No regulatory discharge (Q�oo >-50 cfs) is conveyed onto Honea Heights from offsite watersheds.
Under the existing conditions, a regulatory discharge of 138 cfs is conveyed from Honea Heights to
the Santa Cruz River at CP E1, Table 2.D.b summarizes the onsite hydrologic analysis under the
existing conditions.
Table 2,D,b ONSITE HYDROLOGIC ANALYSIS - EXISTING CONDITIONS
Existing Downstream Conditions
The existing 3-36" CMP culvert at CP E1 was analyzed for the existing conditions regulatory
discharge of 138 cfs. The required headwater elevation of 1978.4' was delineated as the existing
conditions regulatory floodplain for Honea Heights.
Case File Includes: Honea Heights Stockpile Plan — Drainage Statement
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All stormwater being conveyed from Honea Heights to the Santa Cruz River will be conveyed
through the existing 3-36" (CMP) culverts. Adequate culvert capacity of the existing culvert will be
demonstrated in the developed conditions.
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E. Vegetation
Marana's name comes from the Spanish word marana meaning thicket. The first explorers �
encountered a thick mesquite bosque at the inland mouth of the Santa Cruz River. Marana's roots run
deep and the respect for our past and protecting the environment is evident throughout the Town's �
history and integrated into all the Town's practices.
Vegetative Communities and Associates on the Site �
This site was recovered from the waterway with the completion of the Santa Cruz River Levee
System. There are three distinct areas of vegetation on the site all dating from 1993 forward after
the area was decimated by floodwaters. Vegetation on the southeast section of the property �
consists primarily of older velvet mesquite trees in close proximity to one another with some
creosote bush along the perimeter (Zone A). The trees are 8-12' tall and appear healthy, although
they could use some attention-pruning and cleaning up old debris at the base. Zone B, directly �
northwest of Zone A consists of younger, smaller and more spread out velvet mesquite. Zone C,
the area located closest to the Santa Cruz River was heavily disturbed during construction of the
levee system and is overgrown with buffle grass and creosote bush. �
See Exhibit 2.E.a: Vegetative Zones
Si nificant Cacti Grou s of Trees and Federall -Listed ThreatenedlEndan ered S ecies �
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The project site contains habitat that may support special status species. In order to mitigate any �
potentially adverse effects, the Town will adhere to recommended mitigation measures described
in the Arizona Game and Fish Department's online environmental review tool dated 11/21/2007.
Additional mitigation measures are described in the Development Plan. �
There are no significant cacti or threatened or endangered species on the proposed project site,
There is a small clustering of velvet mesquite on the southeast corner of the property. No housing '
development is proposed for that area.
See Exhibit 2.E.b: State of Arizona Game and Fish Department Letter
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Vegetation Densities �
The project site exhibits little or no density of native vegetation. Portions of the property have been
graded for agricultural purposes, others host abandoned flood protection infrastructure.
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F. Wildlife
■ The burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) is identified as a Sensitive Species and is addressed under
the Town of Marana's Draft Habitat Conservation Plan, (HCP) as well as the City of Tucson and
� Pima County Draft HCPs. Burrowing owls are also protected by the Federal Migratory Bird Treaty
Act of 1918 and State of Arizona revised Statute Title 17-235. The owl is known to nest in small
mammal burrows and in unusual locations such as erosion holes around irrigation canals, piles of
� concrete rubble, dirt piles, banks along washes, and PVC pipes with an angled opening above the
ground, A qualified biologist (town staff or other) will observe all burrows and holes described
above, for the presence of recent owl sign. They can be found in locations as diverse as
� agricultural fields or open land in urban areas. Due to this project site being located within potential
burrowing owl habitat, a burrowing owl survey will be completed no more than 30 days prior to
ground disturbance by town staff or other qualified individuals.
� Through the Town of Marana's Habitat Conservation plan, the Town has also mapped this area as
containing modeled habitat for the Tucson shovel-nosed snake. The Tucson shovel-nosed snake
� is protected by Arizona State law (ARS Title 17). In 2004, the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service was petitioned to list the Tucson shovel-nosed snake and to designate critical habitat. The
snake has been found in areas of northern Pima County and across Pinal County within
' xeroiparian scrub, creosote bush areas, Sonoran desert scrub and mesquite bisques. Soil type is
an important habitat feature with loose sandy soils being suitable for the habitat.
� Presence of State-Listed Threatened or Endangered Species
No threatened or endangered species occur on the project site, nor does the site support any
potential habitat for threatened or endangered species. According to the State of Arizona Game
� and Fish Department the Western Yellow-Billed Cuckoo occurs immediately adjacent to the project
and recommends minimal disturbance and limited the number of trails to be built through the
adjacent riparian area as to not impact breeding.
, A letter from the United States Department of the Interior, U,S, Fish and Wildlife Service concurs
that the project site does not support any threatened or endangered species nor will any critical
� habitat be affected adversely by the proposed project.
See Exhibit 2.F: United States Department of the Interior, U.S, Fish and Wildlife Service Letter
� High Densities of a Given Species
There are no known high densities of a given species on the project site.
� Aquatic or Riparian Ecosystems
_ There are no aquatic or riparian ecosystems on the project site.
G. Soils and Geo%gy
� The Honea Heights III Specific Plan will provide infill housing built on property previously owned by the
Pima County Flood Control District and conveyed to the Town after an expansive extension of the
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Santa Cruz River bank protection removed vast stretches of land from the floodplain. These bank
protections divert the river away from developed/developable areas. �
The following is based on a geotechnical report prepared for adjacent projects and is preliminary in
nature. Further testing will be completed prior to and during construction phases of the project,
Soils
Geotechnical reports compiled from full studies completed on adjacent projects with a shared �
border to the north and east list identify soils consisting of sands with carrying amounts of silt and
gravel and sandy silts to sandy lean clays. This is classified as Arizona gravely sandy loam (Dirt
Code AZ Soil Type A). In general, development of the soil is feasible. Some compaction and/or fill �
with compaction may be required.
Geologic Features �
The site lies within the Santa Cruz River Basin where the topography consists of mountain ranges
and relatively flat alluviated valleys. The alluvial material mapped at the site consists of sand, silt,
and gravel. �
See Exhibit 2.G: Soil Map
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H. Environmental Services
Two separate Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) were performed on the project site,
Neither of the surveys, January 2004 or November 2006, reported any significant findings in any areas,
The ESA provided by Harris Environmental in November 2006 described the nature of the lantlscape
and the type and extent of disturbance as varied throughout the property. A dirt access road crosses
the middle of the parcel from North Hester Drive and West Sandy Street to the south side of the
property. A flood control levee extends the entire length of the southern portion of the subject property.
Another abandoned levee structure is located on the northwestern portion of the subject property
between North Honea Drive and east of North Morgan Drive. A small retaining wall runs along the
northern portion of the subject property and a culvert is present on the northwestern end of the
property. This culvert runs under the berm and is protected by rip rap. A public recreational area is on
the southeastern end of the subject property, This recreational area has facilities such as a picnic
bench, ramada, barbeque grill, trash bins, potable water, river walk access, and a parking lot.
Past uses of the property are associated with agriculture. The eastern portion of the property was used
for agricultural purposes in the 1960s through 1980.
Case File Includes: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, November 2006
l. Viewsheds
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan site enjoys the advantage of sitting adjacent to a segment of the
Santa Cruz River with water flow year round and views of the Tortolita and Santa Catalina Mountains.
Viewsheds Onto and Across the Site
The topography of the site provides a wide-variety of viewsheds based on the viewers' vantage
point. Existing homes on the north-east end of the parcels sit at a higher elevation offering
expansive views across the property to Picacho Peak in the far distance. Other off-site views
across the topography are less spectacular, but do provide adequate visual access to both the
Tortolita and Santa Catalina Mountains. Views looking north from the Santa Cruz River Shared-
Use Path extend across the property into the Honea Heights developments.
Visibility from Adjacent Off-Site Uses
The project site is visible from the adjacent neighborhood and shared-use path, Visibility from the
houses on the north-east end of the site extends across the property to the Santa Cruz River and
beyond. Because of the off-site topography, development in Honea Heights III Specific Plan
should cause minimal impact on these viewsheds.
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J. Tra�c and Road System
Existing Roadway Network
Moore Road is a two-lane roadway with unpaved shoulders, and was classified as a major route in the
Town of Ma�ana Ma�or Routes Plan. There are no bike lanes or sidewalks along the roadway in the
project area. The western terminus of the roadway is at Sanders Road, where the west leg of the
intersection is an access into a Town of Marana maintenance yard, Its eastern terminus is just under
three miles east of Sanders Roatl at the I-10 Frontage Road. The posted speed limit is 35 mph.
Sanders Road is a two-lane roadway with unpaved shoulders, and was classified as a major route in
the Town of Marana Ma�or Routes Plan. There are no bike lanes or sidewalks along the roadway in the
project area. The posted speed limit is 35 mph in the project area.
Morgan Drive, Hester Drive, and Whitney Lane are two-lane local streets that provide access to a
number of residential properties. There are no delineated bike lanes and no sidewalks along the
roadways.
Sandy Street is a two-lane roadway to the north of the Honea Heights Specific Plan III area. Sandy
Street provides access to Honea Drive, Morgan Drive, Hester Drive, and Steele Drive.
The intersections of Moore Road/Morgan Drive, Moore RoadlHester Drive, and Moore
RoadlWhitney Lane are three-leg intersections, Morgan Drive, Hester Drive, and Whitney Lane tee
into Moore Road from the south. All three intersections operate with two-way stop control, with traffic
on Moore Road allowed to flow freely at the three intersections. There are no turn lanes at any of the
three intersections.
The intersection of Sanders Road and Swanson Street is a three-leg intersection. Swanson Street
tees into Sanders Road from the east. The intersection operates with stop control on Swanson Street.
There are no turn lanes at the intersection,
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K. Recreation and T�ails
The project borders the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path and Santa Cruz River Linear Park on the
south and the Marana Heritage Park directly adjacent to the east. The linear park provides a 200 foot
buffer between the Santa Cruz River bank protection and the neighborhood offering majestic views of
the river's 365 day flow and an expanse of Arizona State -
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demonstration garden and heritage tree grove abut the ,�- w-�� --� ��
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The Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path is a 14 foot wide �� �
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the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area to the far east v .��
border of the Gladden Farms Park. The Town of Photo 2.K.a: The Santa Cruz Shared-Use Path connecting
Marana has secured funding to complete an additional Honea Heights III to the Marana Heritage Park and Gladden
Farms Park
2.7 miles of the trail connecting it to the CAP trail and
newly dedicated Tangerine Farms Loop Road trail
system. Once this section is completed, the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path will run the entire
length of the Linear Park and serve as a connection point from the Honea Heights III Specific Plan site
to residential, commercial, and park amenities throughout northern Marana.
' Directly to the east of the proposed development is the Marana Heritage Park's 300 acres spanning
4,5 miles of the north bank of the Santa Cruz River with views of the Tucson, Silverbell, Tortolita, and
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� Segments of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
• The Marana Farm, an organic farm operatetl in partnership with the Community Food Bank
• The Heritage House reconstructed from the original farm house on the property
• The Pole Barn is a rustic hay barn with a barbeque pit and picnic tables
� Two reconstructed adobe buildings - home of the Marana Historical Museum antl Cultural
Plaza
� The Marana Heritage River Park Rail Road a one mile trip along the river on a 15 gauge train
• The historic Beard House - home of the Marana Natural Resource Center
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Along the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path approximately one (1) mile southeast of the project site is
the Gladden Farms Park, a public facility with little league baseball fields, a soccer field, playgrounds,
climbing rocks, shade pavilions with tables and grills, and a grassy picnic area.
Gladden Farms Community Park features:
• 2 little league fields
• 1 soccer field
• 1 pavilion (4 tables & grill)
� 1 picnic area (uncovered)
� Playground area
• Access to Santa Cruz Walking Trail
• Restrooms
The Town of Marana's largest public park, the Ora Mae Harn Park is located approximately two (2)
miles from the site antl boasts 44 acres of amenities including covered ramadas, lighted ball fields and
courts, an outdoor swimming pool, and an active senior center.
Ora Mae Harn Park includes the following amenities:
• 5 lighted ball fields
• 1 lighted soccer/multi-use field
• 7 covered ramadas
• 2 lighted tennis courts
• 1 outdoor swimming pool
• 2 lighted covered playground areas
• 1 senior center
• Restrooms
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L. Cultu�al Resou�ces
No cultural facilities will be affected as part of this project. A total of nine (9) archaeological sites are
known within a one (1)-mile radius of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area, mostly consisting of
small artifact scatters containing plain sherds and lithics. These sites were recorded in the 1980s as
part of a series of large-scale pedestrian surveys conducted by the Arizona State Museum. No
evidence of large-scale habitations, such as villages has been found, Although little in the way of
archaeological investigation has been done within the boundaries of Honea Heights itself, a recent
archaeological survey for the Honea Heights III Specific Plan by PMC tlid not locate any cultural
resources within the boundaries of that development, Although large village sites are common along
the Santa Cruz River, it is probable that any sites that may have existed were either (a) located further
back from the river, or (b) have been covered with alluvium, This survey will be submitted as part of the
environmental survey under separate cover.
Marana's geography and hydrology combine to make it one of the richest areas for cultural resources
in the Tucson Basin, There are over 1,000 archaeological and historic sites located within the town,
including Los Morteros, the Marana Mound Site, the Dairy Site, the Costello King Site, and a portion of
the Juan Bautista de Anza Trail, established as a National Historic Trail in 1990. The Santa Cruz River
Corridor Plan recognizes three heritage themes along the river corritlor, The first theme involves
Hohokam and pre-Hohokam archaic periods as there are several archaeological sites along the river. A
second heritage theme encompasses the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail along with two
Anza campsites in the study area. A third theme focuses on the 20th century history of Marana relating
to recent cultural, farming, ranching and equestrian history, The Santa Cruz River study advocates
celebration and interpretation of each of these themes. Residents of Honea Heights III will have direct
access to these cultural linkages along the Santa Cruz River through the trail system.
This project will adhere to Title 20 — Protection of Cultural Resources in the Town of Marana Land
Development Code which is designetl to guide the preservation and treatment of cultural resources
impacted or potentially impacted by private development
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M. Affordable Housing
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan calls for 40 affordable units in an approximate 93 unit mixed-
income infill project as part of a redevelopment effort in a Colonia (any identifiable community in the
U.S.-Mexico border regions of Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas is determined to be a
Colonia on the basis of objective criteria, including lack of a potable water supply, inadequate sewage
systems, and a shortage of decent, safe, and sanitary housing). The project designates units for
specific income ranges including 33 for families at or below 65% Area Median Income (AMI); 7 for 65-
80%; 20 for 80-110%; and 15 for employees below 110% participating in an Employer Assisted
Housing Program (when funding is available),
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan is filling a tremendous void in the affordable housing market in
Marana. Over the past 10 years very few designated affordable units have been built in a 25-mile
radius. The only affordable units developed in the Town have been scattered-site infill developed by or
in partnership with the Town on land in the Town's inventory or purchased using Community
Development Block Grant funding.
The need for affordable housing extends across the state. The Arizona Department of Housing reports
in the September 2009 General Trends in Arizona's Housing Market that the hourly wage needed to
purchase a median priced home ($165,000) in Pima County is $22.96. Even in a declining market,
Marana's median home price is well above Pima County's at nearly $300,000, Marana's median
hourly wage is $25.41 with a large number of families living in the rural areas earning far below that
level. Marana's wage/housing costs scale is a strong indication that the lack of affordability has hit
crisis levels. The daily calls to the Community Development Department reflect these statistics and
have put a face on level of demand in the community.
The numbers from the State Housing Department confirmed the affordable housing crisis that has
been on Marana's Council radar for the last few years. The affordability problem was accentuated in
2006 and 2007 when the Council designated $100,000 in employer assisted housing dollars for
employees earning below 120% AMI to purchase homes inside Town limits. Of the 40 employees who
completed homebuyer education and actively looked for housing, only five have found housing priced
in a range they qualified for even with the added assistance of a 5% down payment and closing costs
offered by Town officials. The inability for the Town's own employees to afford housing in the
jurisdiction emphasizes the trend. If Town employees do not earn enough to live in the community
where they work even though their earnings exceed those reflected in the town's general population,
the Town needed to step in to make something happen. The same inability to find affordable housing
is reflected in statistics gleaned from the area's other major employers-the Marana Health Center,
Northwest Fire, and Marana Unified Schools. Like the Town, all of these vital community lifelines
report that their workforces are forced to commute long distances to find housing and would be
interested in homes built in the Town.
Town of Marana affordable housing inventory consists of the following projects:
Marana Apartments, 13387 North Lon Adams Road, Marana — 80 one-, two- and three-
bedroom apartments built using Low-income Housing Tax Credits and local subsidy.
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• EI Memorial de Don Frew Apartments, 11941 West Grier Road, Marana — Thirteen (13) one-
and two-bedroom apartments designated for Section 8 vouchers.
Scattered site single-family homes, various addresses - Nine (9) designated low-income
constructed by the Town of Marana and sold with forgivable second mortgages.
N. Existing lnfrastructure and Public Facilities
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan covers an area of northern Marana with existing infrastructure that
meets the needs of existing residents and has been designed to accommodate additional planned
growth into the near future.
Sewer Services
Sewer services will connect to infrastructure currently under construction in the Honea Heights
Neighborhood.
See Exhibit 2.N.a: Sewer Services Map
Fire Service
Fire services are provided in the project area by the Northwest Fire District. Northwest Fire District
has a fully staffed and equipped station (#36) located near the Town of Marana Municipal Complex
on Marana Main Street about 1.25 miles from the Honea Heights III development site. Fire
hydrants and fire flow for the project shall be approved by Northwest Fire District, installed, tested
and available prior to the introduction of combustible construction materials on any lot.
See Exhibit 2.N.b: Fire Services Map
Water
Existing Wells - There are no existing wells on the project site.
Water Service Letter - The project site is located within the Town of Marana Water Service Area.
There is an assured water supply, This does not imply that there is currently water service to the
site. A water service agreement between Community Development Department and the Water
Department is needed,
See Exhibit 2,N.c: Water Service Letter
Non-Potable Water Use — All new developments in Northwest Marana are required by the Town to
implement a non-potable water system. Non-potable water use is required for the irrigation of
landscaped open areas, recreation sites, and public facilities.
See Exhibit 2.N.d: Water Services Map
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Schools
The project site is located within the Marana Unified School District. Estes Elementary School,
Marana Middle School, and the Marana Plus Alternative School are located approximately 1.5
miles north-east of the project area. Marana High School is located approximately 4.5 miles from
the location. Students will have access to bus transportation to Marana High School,
• Estes Elementary School, 11279 West Grier Road, Marana
(approximately 1,5 miles northeast of the project area)
• Marana Middle School, 11279 West Grier Road, Marana
(approximately 1.5 miles northeast of the project area)
• Marana High School 12000 West Emigh Road, Marana
(approximately 4.5 miles southwest of the project area)
See Exhibit 2.N,e: School Location Map
Public Utilities
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan site is served by a number of private utilities inclutling
electrical power, natural gas, and telecommunications companies. The area is also included in the
Cortaro-Marana Irrigation District.
• Electrical Power
The project area is served by Trico Electric Power.
• Natural Gas
Southwest Gas Corporation has existing facilities in the area and will provide natural gas to
the project site.
� Communications
Telephone service and line installation is available in this area through Qwest
Communications.
Comcast Cable has cable service in the area and will likely provide service to the project
area, including digital telephone and internet access,
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A. Purpose and lntent
The Town's leadership understands that careful land and circulation planning offer developers
opportunities to bring creative ideas to fruition and farmers and environmentalists the open-space and
habitat protections they require, They have also identified the need for safe, decent affordable housing
as a priority,
The Honea Heights I11 Specific Plan offers the Town of Marana an opportunity to guide the type,
location, density, and community character of a mixed-income development that will increase housing
options for the growing number of families who fall beneath the income floor required to purchase
market rate housing in Marana. Current market factors have established the cost of new housing
developments, planned and in progress, beyond the reach of families at or below 120% of the current
AMI. Current new and resale home prices preclude a large segment of the community from home
ownership. The lack of attainable housing has created a crisis situation where a growing number of
individuals employed by Marana businesses are forced to reside outside the Town limits, The Honea
Heights III Specific Plan is one step in helping reverse this trend.
This section contains a description of the goals, objectives, and policies for the Honea Heights III
Specific Plan, The various components of the plan will lay out in detail the Town's vision for the
environmentally responsive development; its commitment to providing affordable housing; and
document its relationship to a long-term vision for Northwest Marana.
The development plan has evolved through a thorough site and market analysis. It is driven by the
commitment to develop a market-rate product that meets or exceeds the high standards in design and
construction and remains affordable for qualified buyers through federal, state, and local subsidies.
The second driving factor is an extensive public process where both the Town of Marana's Affordable
Housing Citizen Advisory Commission and members of the public have participated in the design of the
project. The following section will address development-related issues, the form of proposed physical
improvements, guidelines for future development, and technical information and regulations.
B. Goals and Objectives
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan is intended to guide development of the site and provide direction
for the community design and conservation principles. This Specific Plan is intended to implement
Town of Marana policies for affordable housing, residential design, and the Northwest Marana Area
Plan while providing a unique development that meets the needs of the site, community, and
environment. Development criteria established in this plan ensure quality design that considers the
local environment, energy and water use, vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic circulation, and the
use of public open space.
The design of the community will include use of a number of environmentally friendly conservation
techniques. These include on-site water harvesting with cisterns to contain water for later use. Slopes
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large volumes of water. Water conservation and reuse through water harvesting, greywater recycling,
and rain gardens are among the other methods to be used.
To promote more environmentally friendly construction, every effort wiil be made to provide energy
efficient design and construction wherever feasible. Regional materials from the surrounding
communities will be used when possible for home and infrastructure construction. To ensure greater
indoor quality of life, heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) systems designed to meet or exceed the
1999 American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
requirements will be installed in conjunction with low-emitting materials and superior ventilation
systems.
Sustainability of the built environment is an important aspect of the overall land plan as well as the
building forms. Building designs offer appropriately scaled windows relative to solar orientation and
overhangs. Insulation values for the roofs and walls along with energy efficient appliances and
equipment will offer reduced maintenance and energy costs,
Other aspects of the project that are considered sustainable include proximity to existing and planned
rural transit systems; existing water and wastewater infrastructure; connectivity to residential and
commercial areas; compact development; access to public spaces; use of recycled materials for site
and building construction; separating of materials for recycling during the construction process; and
neighborhood recycling and composting.
The development goals established for the Honea Heights III Specific Plan included:
• Promote the development of affordable housing as an element of the Honea Heights
Neighborhood redevelopment strategy called for in the 2007 General Plan;
• Create a mixed-income development that is compatible with existing and planned
development;
• Encourage affordability through the use of federal, state, and local housing incentives;
• Establish standards that encourage quality design, energy efficiency, and a rural southwestern
aesthetic;
• Build a community that promotes bicycle and pedestrian circulation along an established rural
transit corridor;
• Develop uniform regulations for land use, circulation, landscaping, recreation facilities, and
open space;
• Ensure coordinated, responsible planning through the use of cohesive procedures, regulations,
and guidelines; and
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• Provide a framework for the management and administration of the Specific Plan,
This Development Plan provides the following elements to describe the proposed physical
improvements, guidelines for future development, technical information, and regulations:
• Relationship to Adopted Plan
• Compatibility with Adjoining Development
• Land Use Concept Plan
• Grading Concept
• Post Development Hydrology
• Environmental Resources
• Viewsheds
• Circulation Concept Plan
• Landscape Concept
• Open Space, Recreation, and Parks and Trails Concept
• Cultural Resources
• Infrastructure and Public Facilities
C. Relationship to Adopted Plans
Marana is a"Smart Growth" community with sustainability goals and policies that set direction for
proactive planning, neighborhood design, smart development standards, environmental stewardship,
and the economic and social well-being of the entire community.
The Town of Marana's 2007 General Plan designates the project site as Medium Density Residential
(MDR). This designation is characterized by single-family detached and attached homes on moderate
lot sizes at a density of 3.1 — 8,0 residences per acre. As the master planning document for "Smart
Growth" in Marana, the General Plan calls for;
Diversity in housing should include a wide range of housing types and costs — upscale
single family on large lots with custom homes, various sizes of detached single family
lots, attached single family homes in the form of twin homes, townhouses or
condominiums, green court housing, multifamily apartments and manufactured
homes.,,
.,,As Marana grows, residents will need a range of housing types from entry level
� rental units and small owner occupied units to assisted living. In addition to traditional
single family residences, future development should include single family attached and
multi-family housing through inclusion in appropriate areas that integrate housing,
' commercial, and employment centerso With increasing employment, this diversity of
housing will give residents greater opportunities to live and work in the Town,
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The General Plan also describes a need for the development of affordable housing stating that;
Solutions to this problem may include encouraging new multi-family housing
construction, working with community partners to integrate affordable units into
planned developments, and increasing programs aimed to low- to moderate income
families, Marana's Community Development Department is working to strengthen
partnerships with community and faith-based programs to help broaden program
activities, assist more Marana residents, and maximize outcomes by leveraging
resources.
The Town is expanding and to enhance ongoing, and developing new programs to
kick-start Marana's affordable housing planning process. The Town, Old Pueblo
Community Foundation, Habitat for Humanity-Tucson, Chicanos Por La Causa, and
neighborhood representatives will continue working with the Arizona Department of
Housing, Pima County's Community Development Neighborhood Conservation
Department and the Drachman Institute to develop comprehensive neighborhood
revitalization programs in the five designated Colonias; Honea Heights, Amole Circle,
Berry Acres, Price Lane, and Marana Vista Estates.
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan addresses the housing objectives described above in several
ways. First, this Specific Plan will provide a variety of housing types including both detached and
attached (twin) single-family homes within a two-mile radius of three of the Town's largest employers
and adjacent to the rural transit line and the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path connecting new homes
to recreation, commercial, and employment centers in neighboring Gladden Farms.
Secondly, the Specific Plan calls for 40% (minimum) of the homes to be designated for families
qualifying under low- to moderate-income guidelines assuring a new supply of affordable units for
working families.
And finally, Honea Heights III Specific Plan is designed as part of an overall redevelopment concept for
the Colonia, providing infrastructure improvements, developed trails, parks, and other amenities while
setting aside undeveloped open space along the linear park and buffering the Marana Heritage Park.
This Specific Plan will mix attached and detached single family homes, all equipped with rear loading
garages. Front entrances will be connected by sidewalks and trails. The homes built along Sandy
Street will face existing development and reflect the height and scale of existing homes. Houses built
in the interior will face one another, public courtyards, pocket parks, or the linear park buffering the
Santa Cruz River Multi-Use Path, Keeping some of the design elements in neighboring developments,
land contouring, water retention and drainage areas will be landscaped and/or developed with
appropriate park amenities,
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan falls within the Urban Southwest Planning Area of the Northwest
Marana Area Plan. Although the General Plan supersedes many of the elements established in the
Northwest Marana Area Plan, it provides detailed descriptions of southwestern architectural styles that,
along with the Residential Design Standards, will form the basis of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan
development standards and style guidelines.
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D. Compatibility with Adjoining Deve%pment
The Honea Heights ill Specific Plan will fuse the semi-rural nature of the existing Honea Heights
Neighborhood, with the contemporary feel of newer developments to the east and north, and traditionai
southwestern elements to compliment existing and planned development,
Housing types will vary and may include both attached and detached models. All will be equipped with
� rear loading garages. Front entrances will be connected by sidewalks and trails. The homes built
along Sandy Street will face existing development and reflect the height and scale of existing homes.
Houses built in the interior will face one another, open space, or the linear park.
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Although housing types vary widely in the adjacent neighborhood, elements from the architecture will
be integrated into new home designs. Entry monuments will be designed for all three phases of Honea
Heights establishing an integrated neighborhood under one name that extends from Moore Road
through Honea Heights I, II and III to the Marana Heritage and Santa Cruz River Linear Parks,
E. Land Use Concept
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan encompasses approximately 37.7 acres in Northwest Marana,
nestled between the Honea Heights Neighborhood, Santa Cruz River, and Marana's Heritage Park.
While this plan does not include infrastructure improvements to the existing neighborhood, it is the
Town's intent that Honea Heights III becomes an integrated part of the early development. The Specific
Plan covers only residential development and related infrastructure, There are no commercial
developments, schools, or public facilities planned in Honea Heights III. The concept design calls for
single-family units and provides for 50% open space to include trails, paths, and park amenities. The
plan is designed to integrate single-family residences with the existing Honea Heights neighborhood
and provide connectivity to the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path, Marana Heritage River Park, and
neighboring commercial development, parks, and schools in Gladden Farms.
The Concept Design lays out lots for approximately 93 houses (approximately 5,000 square foot each)
in two distinct block patterns connected by a central roadway sweeping through the development
intersecting with Sandy Street at Hester Drive and with White Avenue as it terminates at the Santa
Cruz River Levee. The first block pattern uses a traditional grid with homes facing existing
development and Linear Park. The second block pattern sets houses in circular clusters providing a
shared driveway to access rear loading garages maximizing land use at the front of each lot. Both
block patterns are designed to slow traffic, maximize views of the open space and link residents with
the trail system.
One of the most pronounced features of Honea Heights III Specific Plan will be the use of open space
as an amenity. The plan provides for more than 50% open space including a buffer of vegetation
between houses and the Marana Heritage Park's demonstration garden and heritage tree grove abut
the project to the east, To the south, open space provided for the Santa Cruz River Linear Park will
form a 200 foot buffer between the Santa Cruz River bank protection and the housing development
preserving the majestic views of the river's 365 day flow and an expanse of Arizona State Trust Land.
See Exhibit 3.E: Honea Heights Conceptual Design
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F. Grading Concept
The entire site is currently undisturbed, and has been an overflow drainage area for the Santa Cruz
River until the development of the adjacent Lower Santa Cruz River Levee. Under developed
conditions, the site will be graded to the Town of Marana Standards and will generally reflect grades
directing onsite stormwater to points of collection along the Santa Cruz River Levee before being
directed to the southwest towards the existing 3-36" CMP culvert. All building pads will be designed to
be a minimum of 1 foot above any adjacent 100-year flood elevation,
Due to the existing topography characteristics of the site, the grading concept includes grading the
entire site and the incorporation of natural open space to convey all surface runoff into the drainage
area adjacent to the proposed developed residential area.
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Honea Heights Iil Specific Plan proposes a residential density less than 3 residents per acre (RAC). �
Under these conditions, minimal hydrologic impacts will occur. A 25-foot erosion hazard setback (EHS)
to the 100-year floodplain will be implemented for all regulatory floodplains onsite where stabilization �
measures are not taken, Open space areas under the developed conditions will be utilized to provide
conveyance of the regulatory floodplain.
Encroachment into the 100-year floodplain will be avoided by maintaining the existing conditions inside �
the erosion hazard setback of 25-feet. Where encroachment within the EHS occurs, bank protection
will be provided for stabilization. Open spaces will be utilized to convey stormwater safely and �
efficiently.
Under the developed conditions, the stormwater generated within the offsite watersheds of Honea �
Heights will remain the same quantities as under the existing conditions. Under the developed
conditions, without the application of detention or retention and the introduction of impervious surfaces,
stormwater generated onsite and conveyed downstream will have a higher peak discharge than that �
under the existing conditions. Direct summation of watershed peak discharges was utilized when all
contributing watersheds have a time of concentration less than 5 minutes.
Table 3.G summarizes the hydrologic analysis of the developed conditions.
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The development of the proposed Honea Heights III Specific Plan will not impact land either upstream
or downstream of the property, Low density residential land use occurs upstream of Honea Heights.
The Santa Cruz River is immediately downstream of property. Under the circumstances in which the
residential densities of those areas increase, or unapproved land-use practices occur, potential
hydrologic impacts on Honea Heights may occur.
As part of the site design of Honea Heights III Specific Plan, roadways, channels, culverts and
stormdrain will be utilized to convey stormwater through the property. A roadway scupper will be
located at CP D3. Channels will be at CP D4, D5 and D6 to collect stormwater from the offsite
watersheds to the north, Culverts will be at CP D6, D10, D12 and D13 to convey stormwater under
roadways. Stormdrain will be utilized to convey stormwater from CP D4 and D5 downstream to CP D2.
H, Environmental Resou�ces
No environmental remediation will be required.
l. Viewsheds
, The Honea Heights III Specific Plan Area is nestled between the Santa Cruz River Bank Protection and
Linear Park, the Honea Heights Neighborhood, and the Heritage Park's orchard and demonstration
farm. New development will be oriented to minimize encumbrance of existing views. Houses built
' along Sandy Street will face existing development and reflect the height and scale of existing homes.
Houses built in the interior will face one another, public courtyards, pocket parks, or the linear park
buffering the Santa Cruz River Multi-Use Path. Land contouring for open space and park development
will be landscaped to provide view corridors in three directions along the perimeter of the development
, and along the central access road.
' No perimeter walls will be built as part of this development preserving access to the Linear Park, trails,
and open space expanding the viewshed for both residents of Honea Heights III Specific Plan and
adjacent neighbors.
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The project site is visible from the adjacent neighborhood and shared-use path. The topography of the
site provides a wide-variety of viewsheds based on the viewers' vantage point. Existing homes on the
north-east end of the parcels sit at a higher elevation offering expansive views across the property to
Picacho Peak in the far distance, Visibility from the houses on the north-east end of the site extends
across the property to the Santa Cruz River and beyond. Because of the off-site topography,
development in Honea Heights III should cause minimal impact on these viewsheds.
J. Ci�culation Concept Plan
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan development is proposed to have three access points along the
northern end of the site on Sandy Street and a fourth at the eastern end of the development, aligned
with White Avenue. Two of the access points will line up directly with Morgan Road and Hester Drive,
and a third will provide access to Sandy Street just east of Honea Drive. Vehicles may travel along
Morgan Road, Hester Drive, or Whitney Lane to reach Moore Road. Vehicles may also use Swanson
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Street (via Sandy Street and Honea Drive) to reach Moore Road and connect to Sanders Road. Moore
Road and Sanders Road are both considered to be major routes in the Marana area.
Three of the four access points were selected to line up with existing roadways, The fourth, the
intersection of Street A and Sandy Street, was constrained by existing conditions. There are two
privately owned parcels at the northwest corner of this project that prevent direct access from the site
to Sanders Road,
The access points for the project will each have a right-of-way of 60 feet, which exceeds the standards
for a local street as specified in the Marana Street Standa�ds (46 feet). The 60-foot right-of way
matches the existing right-of-way for the streets in the adjacent Honea Heights subdivision, The
project roadways will all be public roadways, owned by the Town of Marana.
In order to promote a pedestrian-friendly development, the internal site roadways will have a reduced
section. The right-of-way will be 32 feet, including 28 feet of pavement and two (2) feet curbing on
each side. A five (5) foot utility/access easement will also be on each side of the road. The narrow
section does not allow on-street parking, which will be regulated by signs installed in accordance with
the adopted sign code, but still provides safe travel and allows for emergency vehicle access.
Designated parking areas will be provided along roadways without private garage access and adjacent
to the linear park, community garden, and trailhead,
No capacity improvements are needed with this project. It is recommended that traffic on Street A,
Morgan Road, and Hester Drive all operate under two-way stop control at Sandy Street. This matches
the existing conditions of the adjacent Honea Heights subdivision, where north-south traffic is stop
controlled and east-west traffic is allowed to flow freely.
The cross-sections for the roadways will be developed during the platting process in accordance with
the Transportation Impact Study. The Town proposes to take responsibility for the design and
construction of internal roadways. The final street section will be provided during the platting process
and is subject to Planning Commission Design Exception acceptance during the subdivision process.
A full Transportation Impact Study and Circulation Plan has been was accepted on 05/05/08 by the
Town of Marana Traffic Engineering Division.
Case File Includes: Transportation Impact Study for the Honea Heights Redevelopment, April 2008
See Exhibit 2; Town of Marana, Traffic Engineering Division Intero�ce Memorandum 05/05/2008
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K. Landscape Concept Plan
The landscape concept for Honea Heights III Specific Plan is based on the use of native and low-water
vegetation to build a spectacular landscape using a wide array of plants, from stately saguaros to
colorful perennial wildflowers. The use of local species further the goal of water use reduction and offer
options for common areas and residences that range from lush and green to stark and dramatic, all
emphasizing local plants.
Landscaping throughout the Honea Heights III Specific Plan Area will conform to Title 17 —
Environmental Resource Preservation, Native Plant Protection and Landscape Requirements of the
Town of Marana Land Development Code and will reflect the agricultural/rural historic and natural
desert environments native to the area. Streetscapes, parks, trails, and common areas will follow
planting densities, type and maintenance schedules established in the adjacent Santa Cruz River
Linear Park, Heritage Park, and surrounding neighborhoods.
A special feature proposed within the common area of the Honea Heights III neighborhood would be a
community garden, where rainwater harvesting and food-production agricultural activities benefitting
residents may be facilitated by Marana's Parks and Recreation Department.
The Plant Pallet in Appendix B offers a wide-variety of plants chosen for their ability to: adapt to
extremes of temperature and rainfall; remain viable with low- to moderate-maintenance; and feed and
house local birds, insects, and other fauna. These plants will be used exclusively in common areas.
Invasive species listed in Appendix B area strictly prohibited in the Specific Plan Area.
See Appendix B: Plant Pallet
L. Open Space, Recreation, Pa�ks and Trails Concept Plan
The first planning stage completed in the development of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan was a
concept plan produced by the University of Arizona's Drachman Institute funded through an Arizona
Department of Housing grant. The Drachman Institute completed a detailed site analysis, facilitated
community meetings, and conducted a survey to collect neighbor input. A questionnaire was sent to
220 Honea Heights residents eliciting information about the type of park amenities neighbors wanted
included on the land designated for the Honea Heights III Specific Plan development. The results of
that survey have been integrated into the Open Space, Recreation, Parks and Trails Concept Design,
One of the most unique features of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area would be the use of open
space and restorative natural landscaping as a park amenity. The project's plat allows for
approximately 93 houses (5,000 square foot lots) on 37.7 acres leaving more than 50% as open space,
The project borders the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path and Santa Cruz River Linear Park on the
south and the Marana Heritage Park directly adjacent to the east, The linear park provides a nearly
200 foot buffer between the Santa Cruz River bank protection and the neighborhood offering majestic
views of the rivers 365 day flow and an expanse of Arizona State Trust Land to the south. The
Heritage Park's demonstration garden and heritage tree grove abut the project to the east,
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All common areas will remain under the care and control of Marana's Parks and Recreation
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circular blocks will be planted with draught tolerant plants watered by runoff captured from the streets.
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under the supervision of the Town's Parks and Recreation Director. Every attempt will be made to
ensure that native drought resistant plants, trees, and shrubs are used in landscaping. Additional "tot
lots" and developed playground amenities will be developed during the final planning stages through a
public process and with the assistance of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission,
The existing trailhead at the southern end of White Avenue will be altered to accommodate residential
construction, with parking extended along the edge of the linear park with trails leading to multiple
entrances to the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path along the half mile stretch running through the
project.
In Honea Heights III, all of the houses will be equipped with rear loading garages. Front entrances will
' be connected by sidewalks and trails. The homes built along Sandy Street will face existing
development and reflect the height and scale of existing homes. Houses built in the interior will face
one another, public courtyards, pocket parks, or the linear park buffering the Santa Cruz River Multi-
' Use Path. Extensive land contouring and drainage issues will be addressed during the platting process.
Areas needed for water retention and drainage will be landscaped and/or developed with appropriate
park amenities.
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According to a report submitted by PMC no significant cultural resource sites were found on the Honea
Heights III project site. The Town of Marana Cultural Resources Manager agrees with the assessment.
No further archeological work is needed prior to development. If any human remains or funerary items
are discovered during construction the Arizona State Museum will be contacted immediately pursuant
to A. R. S, §41-844.
N. lnfrastructure and Public Facilities
The Master Developer of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan currently proposed as the Town of
Marana will take full responsibility for the development of infrastructure and public facilities.
Sewer Services
At the time of submittal of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan pending litigation between the Pima
County and the Town of Marana precludes the Master Development from entering into an
agreement for the provision of wastewater services with either party. Therefore, the Town of
Marana will either: assume full responsibility for development of the sewer required conveyance
infrastructure up to and including connection with off-site sewer lines; or assume responsibility for
development of the sewer required conveyance infrastructure and enter into a Development
Agreement with Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation to provide connectivity to
treatment services. Required agreements and a sewer plan will be submitted for approval with the
final plat.
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Fire Service
Fire services are provided in the project area by the Northwest Fire District.
Water
The project site is located within the Town of Marana Water Service Area. There is an assured
water supply. A water service agreement between the Community Development Department and
the Water Department will be negotiated prior to approval of the final plat. Honea Heights III
infrastructure development will include installation of a two-line water system to allow for the use of
non-potable water for irrigation of common areas, recreation areas, public facilities, and residential
uses as permitted by code.
Schools
Honea Heights III Specific Plan is located in the Marana Unified School District (MUSD), Estes
Elementary School, Marana Middle School, and the Marana Plus Alternative School are located
approximately 1.5 miles north-east of the project area, Marana High School is located
approximately 4.5 miles from the location. A new high school is planned in a location 1.5 miles
from the project area. An additional elementary school site has been dedicated in the adjacent
Gladden Farms I development. Initiation of contraction for these schools will be as needed and at
the discretion of MUSD official. No school sites will be located in the proposed Honea Heights III
Specific Plan.
It is estimated that the project will have approximately 93 single-family residences at buildout.
Using the formula provided by MUSD, the number of students generated by the development are
as follows:
Elementary K— 6 .25 x 93 units = 23 school aged children
Middle/High School 7-12 .15 x 93 units =14 schools aged children
According to MUSD's Facilities Manager the number of students generated by the Honea Heights
development will not adversely impact existing school facilities and resources.
Public Utilities
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan site is served by a number of private utilities including
electrical power, natural gas, and telecommunications companies. The area is also included in the
Cortaro-Marana Irrigation District.
• Electrical Power
The project area is served by Trico Electric Power.
• Natural Gas
Southwest Gas Corporation has existing facilities in the area and will provide natural gas to
the project site.
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A. Purpose and lntent
When the Town's leadership included a housing plan in the 2007 General Plan, it carefully defined
goals intended to meet a need for a wide variety of housing options balanced to preserve existing
housing stock, meet the changing needs of current and future residents, promote economic growth,
and enhance the character of the community. Although the Town's supply of affordable housing is
extremely limited and the Honea Heights III Specific Plan presents an opportunity to facilitate the
development of affordable housing, it is not the Town's intention to develop an enclave of poverty or
develop housing that does not meet its own strict design standards. This section will layout the
regulations established for this development and serve as the primary mechanism for the
implementation of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan.
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan Development and Design Standards establish the character of the
development by prescribing site-specific standards tailored to the unique qualities of the project. These
standards are intended to integrate new development into the neighborhood through design elements
reflective of existing architecture, the history of the area, and the natural environment. The regulations
contained within this section provide an appropriate amount of flexibility to anticipate the needs of the
community, promote affordable housing development, encourage the use of green materials, and to
achieve compatibility with surrounding land uses.
These development regulations apply to the 37,7 acres of land in the Honea Heights III Specific Plan
and designate standards for single-family attached and detached homes in accordance to Zone F,
Specific Plan requirements. Under Zone F permitted uses, density requirements, setback and other
regulations specified within the Honea Heights III Specific Plan Zone shall be those contained within
the General Plan adopted by the Marana Town Council pertaining to the land within that zone.
B. General Provision
Applicability of the Town of Marana Land Development Codes
If any issue, condition, or situation arises or occurs that is not addressed by this Specific Plan, the
applicable portions of the Town of Marana Land Use Development Code that are in place at the time of
development shall apply.
Building Codes
All design and construction within the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area shall comply with all
adopted and amended Building Codes in effect for the specific project at the time of permitting. All
design and construction with the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area shall comply with all adopted and
amended Fire Codes in effect at the time or permitting.
Additional Uses
Whenever a use has not been specifically listed as being a permitted use in the Specific Plan, the
Town of Marana's Planning Director will determine if said use is: (1) consistent with the intent of the
zoning, and (2) compatible with other listed permitted uses, Any person aggrieved by the determination
may appeal that decision to the Planning Commission.
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C. Deve%pment Standards
The following standards have been developed for the Honea Heights III Specific Plan and will fuse the
semi-rural nature of the existing Honea Heights Neighborhood, with the contemporary feel of newer
developments to the east and north, and traditional southwestern elements to compliment existing and
planned development.
Permitted Uses - Only Residential and Public Park and Open Space related development
meeting the Design Standards set forth in this Specific Plan will be permitted. These uses will
include:
Single-Family Detached Residential Units
Single-Family Attached Residential Units
Parks and Open Space
Recreation Facilities
Religious Institutions
Accessory Uses — The following residential accessory building and uses may be located on
the same lot with a permitted dwelling, provided that any permanent building or structure shall
be harmonious with the architectural style of the main building and further provide that all
residential uses are compatible with the residential character of the neighborhood. No
swimming pools or spas will be permitted,
Patios, Tool Sheds, Children's Playhouses
Garden Structures
Home Occupations
Conditional Uses —Conditional Uses may be permitted in the Honea Heights III Specific Plan
Area, The following uses may be permitted provided that they promote the residential nature
of the area and that any building or structure reflects the architectural style and residential
character of the neighborhood.
Group Homes
Park and Open Space Uses — Parks and Open Space will remain under the control and
responsibility of the Town of Marana's Parks and Recreation Department. Park and Open
space uses permitted in the Honea Heights III Specific Plan Area include the following:
Community Garden
Water Harvesting Infrastructure
Play Equipment
Dog Park
Recreation Centers
Trails and Trail Head
Ramadas and Picnic Tables
Vegetation Demonstration Garden
Commercial Uses — No commercial uses will be permitted in the Honea Heights III Specific
Plan Area. Home occupations are allowed as permitted by the Town of Marana Land
Development Code.
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Minimum Lot Area: 5,000 square feet
Minimum Width: None
Minimum Depth; None
Minimum Front Setback: Ten (10) feet (front porch 5 feet)
Rear Setback: Rear loaded garages shall be a minimum of (5) feet from the rear
property line
' Side Setback: Five (5) feet; Zero (0) foot requirement for attached units. Corner units
will provide a ten (10) foot setback on the side facing the roadway.
Maximum Building Height: Thirty (30) feet
' Maximum Lot Coverage (building and Structures) 65%
Minimum Common Open Space Requirement: 50% of Specific Plan Area
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The Honea Heights III Specific Plan provides a unique opportunity for the Master Developer, and the
building partner(s) to ensure long-term affordability through the use of environmentally responsive
design and energy efficient building standards. All residential structures built within the Honea Heights
III Specific Plan area will meet or exceed the standards outlined in this section of the Honea Heights III
Specific Plan. These standards have been developed using guidelines established through Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Homes, National Green Building Program (NAHB).
The layout of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area has been designed to maximize residential
density of the neighborhood infill project while providing open space and developed parks that preserve
the rural agrarian nature of the area. Traffic circulation, drainage, grading, and residential placement
have been carefully coordinated to: foster pedestrian uses, facilitate water harvesting, and preserve
areas for natural vegetation.
' Each residence in the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area will be required to comply with the Building
and Landscape Standards outlined below and will follow the future Town of Marana Green Building
Standards when approved.
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• Only native plants and/or tlrought-tolerant, low-water use plants may be used for landscape
plantings in front and side yards;
• Drought-tolerant trees (preferably native), minimum 15 gallon, will be planted on the east or
west side of the residence when possible without causing future root damage to structures.
Trees must cast shade on the east or west walls to provide measurable benefits during the
cooling season;
• Exterior enclosed storage space for waste and recycle bins must provide an area outside of
the house;
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• Landscape irrigation systems will include check valves in heads and heads matched to the
beds distinct watering needs; separate sprinkler zones for beds, with plants grouped based on
watering needs; and a timer/controller that irrigates during the hours of 10 pm to 8 am to
minimize losses from evaporation;
• No decorative water features or mister systems that use potable water will be permitted in the
Honea Heights III Specific Plan area (systems using harvested rainwater are allowed).
Preferred Landscaping Elements
• Install a rainwater harvesting system capable of retaining and storing 50% or more of the
average annual available rainfall on the catchment surface;
• Installation of gutter and downspout system or canals that tie to stormwater infiltration
trenches, bioswales, or rain gardens are highly recommended;
• Landscaping design will be provided by a licensed landscape professional using drought-
tolerant plantings that require no irrigation.
Minimum Building Standards
• All residential construction must meet the requirements of the ENERGY STAR for Homes
Program and install only ENERGY STAR rated appliances;
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• Meet the requirements of the Tucson Electric Guaranteed Home Program and install only
ENERGY STAR rated appliances;
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• Achieve EPAct Home Certification; and
• All residences will have as a minimum a solar thermal hot water system and provide a
plumbing line stub out to a south facing roof for future solar thermal installation;
• All residences will be fitted with a furnace with an efficiency rating of at least 90%;
• Roofs shall have radiant barriers;
• All lavatory faucets will meet the proposed EPA's WaterSenseTM criteria or have a maximum
flow rate or 1.5 gpm or less;
• All showerheads will meet the proposed EPA's WaterSenseTM criteria or have a maximum flow
rate of 1.5 gpm @ 80 psi;
• Toilets will meet the EPA's WaterSenseTM rating (1.28 gp� or be dual flush toilets with 1.6/.8
gpf or less water use;
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• Separate greywater and sanitary sewer distribution lines will be installed in all residences with
greywater lines stubbed out to exterior and clearly marked and connected to an appropriate
distribution system serving landscaping;
• All residential design must provide an area for recycling with bins inside the house; and
Final planning, development, and maintenance of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan parks and open
space will be at the discretion of the Town of Marana under guidance provided in this Specific Plan
E. Design Standards
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan will adhere to the Town of Marana's Residential Design Standards
found in Title 8, Section 8.06 of the Land Development Code (Ordinance no. 2004.04) adopted by the
Marana Town Council on January 20, 2004), reflect the Community Design Guidelines provided in the
Northwest Marana Area Plan, and the design standard established in this section. This includes both
attached and detached units. The attached units will be required to meet all the standards as judged
reasonable by the Planning Director. Together these design standards will provide guidelines for
residential and recreational development within this Specific Plan. The design standards have been
separated into two categories: Town General and Project Specific. Standards for all development within
the Specific Plan Area will be reviewed by the Town's Community Development and Planning
Departments with input from the selected building partner until full residential build out is completed.
Once the individual lots are conveyed to private homeowners, a Honea Heights III Neighborhood
Review Committee will be established to assume those responsibilities. The Town of Marana is
proposed to retain full authority over development of all parks, open space, and infrastructure
development,
The architectural character of Honea Heights III Specific Plan will be consistent with the Community
Design Guidelines established by the Northwest Marana Area Plan and outlined in this chapter. The
design will reflect the rural agricultural heritage of the Town of Marana and surrounding neighborhoods.
There will be a mix of materials and architectural styles intended to maximize environmentally
responsive design and provide variety and aesthetic appeal to the neighborhood. Residential structures
will incorporate elements of the Territorial, Pueblo, and Southwest Territorial architectural styles (see
Appendix B; Northwest Marana Area Plan Architectural Styles).
The following design standards shall apply to all development in the Honea Heights III Specific Plan
area:
• Architectural design will be restricted to reflect the elements details in the Northwest Marana
Area Plan Pueblo, Territorial, and Southwest Territorial Architectural Styles;
• All residences will be constructed with rear entry garages recessing a minimum of five (5) feet
from the property line;
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• All parking garages either attached or detached, shali incorporate the same design elements
as the accompanying dwelling;
• No more than two attached single-family units may be built on adjacent lots;
• Tandem garages are acceptable for attached units provided each is minimum of 400 square
feet;
• Roof elements shall be made of tile, slate or concrete shingles, metal or other materials
consistent with the established architectural styles;
• No swimming pools or spas will be permitted in the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area
• Two-Story residences will occupy 40% or less of the developed home lots;
• No two-story structures will be permitted on corner lots;
• No two-story structures will be permitted on adjacent lots in any area of the development;
• No two-story attached units will be permitted in any area of the development.
F. Open Space
Open space within the Honea Heights III Specific Plan area will be used to foster recreational uses, link
to adjacent parks and open space, and serve as a restorative buffer for natural landscaping as an
amenity. A minimum of 50% of the project area will be reserved as trails, parks, gardens, and
undeveloped open space. This open space will be calculated by taking the gross area of the project
and deducting the land mass required for dedicated streets and private lots. The project borders the
Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path and Santa Cruz River Linear Park on the south providing a 200 foot
buffer between the Santa Cruz River bank protection and proposed housing development, offering new
residents majestic views of the rivers 365 day flow and Arizona State Trust Land to the south,
The Linear Park, internal trail system, and exercise loop will be developed in accordance with Marana's
Parks and Recreation Master Plan and under the supervision of the Town's Parks and Recreation
Director, Only native drought resistant plants, trees, and shrubs will be used in landscaping, Additional
"tot lots" and developed playground amenities will be developed during the final planning stages
through a public process and with the assistance of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.
The existing trailhead at the southern end of White Avenue will be altered to accommodate residential
construction, with parking extended along the edge of the linear park and trails leading to multiple
entrances to the Santa Cruz River Shared-Use Path along the half mile stretch running through the
project.
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Landscape
A harmonious and unified landscape character is envisioned throughout the Honea Heights III Specific
Plan area. With a regionally sensitive landscape approach and by using locally adapted plant materials,
the following guidelines shall provide direction to distinctively articulate the landscape character.
General Landscape Standards
• All plant material shall conform to the proposed Plant List for Honea Heights III Specific Plan
(see Appendix B) and will follow Title 17 – Environmental Resource Preservation, Native Plant
Protection and Landscape Requirements of the Town of Marana's Land Development Code
• All plant material shall be required to meet the Arizona Nurserymen's Association standards for
caliper, height and width.
• All landscape areas are to receive a 2" layer of decomposed granite and/or decorative rock,
, color and size to be selected by the Town. Wildflower and/or native revegetation hydroseed
mix may be substituted as a suitable groundcover in any landscape areas of the project.
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visibility requirements.
• Sustainable landscape practices, such as rainwater harvesting and the use of native or desert
adapted plants shall be encouraged throughout the community.
• Barrier-free landscape practices shall be encouraged throughout the community.
• Trees may be spaced irregularly in informal groupings or regularly spaced, Shade and
� screening is a priority for park and open space areas—careful consideration should be given to
the design of the planting plan and organization of the tree canopies.
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Multi-use trails shall be provided throughout the project. Bicyclists and pedestrians will be able to use
these trails to access residential, park and open space areas of the project and community. The trail
shall be constructed as a hard surfaced path with shoulders on each side constructed of stabilized
decomposed granite or similar material. Additional multi-use trails shall be created to facilitate non-
motorized movement throughout the project. Any trails may be constructed of hard surface materials at
the discretion of the Town,
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H. Streets
The internal site roadways are tentatively proposed to have a reduced section in order to promote a
pedestrian-friendly development. The proposed reduced right-of-way will be 32 feet, including 28 feet of
pavement and two (2) feet of curbing on each side. A five (5) foot public utility/access easement would
also be on each side of the road. The narrow section does not allow on-street parking, which will be
regulated by signs in accordance with the adopted sign code, but still provides safe travel and allows
for emergency vehicle access. Designated parking areas would be provided along roadways without
private garage access and adjacent to the linear park, community garden, and trailhead.
The project roadways are proposed to be public roadways, owned by the Town of Marana, The final
street section will be provided during the platting process and is subject to Planning Commission
Design Exception acceptance during the subdivision process.
I. Affordability
It is anticipated that at least 40% of the houses built under the Honea Heights III Specific Plan will meet
the U.S, Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) established criteria for affordability
pending funding subsidies to the project. These homes will be sold to qualifying individuals and families
that meet the baseline for First-Time Home Buyer Programs as defined below.
As Master Developer and recipient of housing subsidies tied directly to the development of homes in
the Specific Plan area, the Town of Marana will retain compliance oversight until subsidized units are
conveyed to purchasers. Through development and partnership agreements, Building Partner(s) will be
responsibility for recruiting, qualifying, and providing required counseling for prospective buyers,
Town of Marana property will be conveyed to the purchaser at time of sale provided buyers meet all
Town, development agreement, and funding requirements in place on the date of initial purchase
contract.
Affordable Housing is defined by HUD as units available at a cost of no more than 30% of gross
household income to households at or below 80% of the area median income as reported by HUD or
the assigned state agency.
First-Time Home Buyer is defined as a buyer who has not owned a principal residence during the
three-year period prior to the purchase and qualifies under the affordability guidelines of the program.
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A, Purpose and lntent
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan has been developed as a guide to facilitate sustainable growth and
create a livable community with a vibrant neighborhood that promotes diversity, advance inclusivity,
and celebrate Marana's hometown feel. The elements of this plan are intended to foster quality
development, encourage the availability of affordable housing to all sectors, and promote energy
efficiency to further the economic stability of the region. This section of the Specific Plan outlines the
implementation of development on the project site, It identifies the Town of Marana's responsibilities
and outlines the procedures that will be enacted to ensure the project is built in coordination with
infrastructure improvements, providing a continuity of design.
B, General Responsibilities
' The implementation of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan is the responsibility of the Master Developer,
currently proposed as the Town of Marana, the building partner(s), with oversight provided by Marana's
Affordable Housing Advisory and Planning Commissions and Mayor and Council. Once the individual
, lots are conveyed to private homeowners, a homeowner group, the Honea Heights III Neighborhood
Review Committee, will be established to assume those responsibilities. The Town of Marana may
retain full authority over development of all parks, open space, and infrastructure development,
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infrastructure and amenities to include: roads, drainage, sewer, trails, parks and recreation facilities,
and major utilities in a timely and efficient manner. The Master Developer will form an association and
the Honea Heights III Neighborhood Review Committee and will record the Master Covenants,
Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) with the Final Plat,
The building partner(s) will be selected through a request for proposals in accordance with Town of
Marana Code Section 3-4-14 and A,R.S. § 34-201 et seq. The building partner is responsible for
adhering to the development standards established by the Honea Heights III Specific Plan and all Town
of Marana Codes, Ordinances, agreements, and funding source compliance requirements pertaining to
the Honea Heights Development project.
C. Deve%pment Review Procedure
The preliminary and final plat along with all development and building plans will be submitted per
established procedures of the Town of Marana's Development Services Department once being
recommended via a majority approved resolution adopted by the Affordable Housing Citizen Advisory
Commission. The Master Developer working in collaboration with the building partner(s) will come to
consensus on all design or architectural aspects of the development that affect the exterior appearance
of any structure. Parks, recreational facilities, and open space design shall receive additional approval
through the Marana Planning Department, Parks and Recreation Department and/or its advisory
commission.
' The process will remain in place through build out and included review of signage, landscaping, entry
features, street standards, and architectural conformance to the Development Regulations and Design
Guidelines outlined in this Specific Plan.
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The Honea Heights III Specific Plan project is unique by way that the Town of Marana is the proposed
Master Developer and responsible for the design, development, and final administration of the project.
Therefore, the review procedure will follow two separate tracts, departmental review by the Community
Development Department with oversight by the Affordable Housing Citizen Advisory Commission, and
an intra-departmental review through the public submission process as adopted by Mayor and Council.
The final plat and all developmentlimprovement and building plans within the Honea Heights III Specific
Plan area shall be subject to and implemented through the review and approval process adopted by
the Town. The review process for water infrastructure will be as normal for non-specific plan
development,
Prior to submission of the preliminary and final subdivision plats and/or development/improvement
plans to the Development Services Department, plans will be reviewed, approved, and forwarded via a
majority vote of the Affordable Housing Citizen Advisory Commission. The Master Developer, will
reserve the right to review any design or architectural aspect of the development that affects the
exterior appearance of any structure or area of land. This includes reviews of signage, landscaping,
entry features, street standards, and architectural conformance to the Development Regulations and
Design Guidelines outlined in this Specific Plan.
E, Phasing
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan mixed-income housing project is likely to consist of two (2) to three
(3) construction phases beginning on the northwest corner of the Specific Plan Area, moving east along
Sandy Street, then south toward the Santa Cruz River. The initial site work is proposed to begin in
2010. Basic off-site improvement projects including grading and infill and the development of roads,
trails, sewer, drainage, and utility infrastructure will be completed prior to commencing housing
construction. Homes will only be constructed and occupied in areas where fire hydrants and fire
apparatus access roads have been installed in accordance with'the currently adopted Fire Code.
Housing and park amenities will be constructed as funding is secured and homes purchased. The
initial model homes will remain unsold and operate as on-site offices for the Town and building partner
until build out is complete, all other homes are sold to individual owners, and funding initial compliance
has been met.
F. Specific Plan Administration
1. Enforcement
The Honea Heights III Specific Plan will be administered and enforced by the Town of Marana
Development Services Department in cooperation with the Town of Marana Community
Development Department in accordance with the provision of the Specific Plan and the applicable
provisions of the Town of Marana Land Development Code, project related Resolutions and
Ordinances adopted by Mayor and Council, and Arizona Revised Statues, Sections 36-1403.12
(12)(B) and (C) provides the Town of Marana authority to: Determine where blighted areas exist or
where there is a shortage of decent, safe and sanitary dwelling accommodations for persons of low
income; and make studies and recommendations relating to the problem of c%aring, planning,
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2. Administrative Change
Certain changes to the explicit provision in the Specific Plan may be made administratively by the
Town of Marana Planning Director in consultation with the Town of Marana Community
Development Director, provided said changes are not in conflict with the overall intent as
expressed in the Honea Heights III Specific Plan or direction provided by the Affordable Housing
Citizen Advisory Commission or Mayor and Council. Any changes must conform to the goals and
objectives of the Specific Plan and those established in the Housing Chapter of the General Plan.
The Planning Director's decision regarding administrative changes and determination of substantial
' changes as outlined below shall be subject to appeal by the Town Council upon recommendation
of the Affordable Housing Citizen Advisory Commission. Categories of administrative change
include, but are not limited to:
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effect of any regulations or guidelines, as interpreted by the Development Services
Manager and Community Development Director;
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water, and sewer systems that do not increase the development capacity in the Specific
Plan Area;
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development plan areas, drainage areas and other technical refinements to the Specific
Plan due to adjustments in final road alignments will not require an amendment to the
Specific Plan but will require staff approval; or
• Changes to development regulations that are in the interest of the community and do not
affect health or safety concerns.
Administrative changes may only be made to affordability clauses, regulations, or requirements
with the concurrence of the Town of Marana Affordable Housing Citizen Advisory Commission,
Mayor and Council and in accordance with Arizona Revised Statues, Sections 36-1403.12 (12)(B)
and (C).
3. Substantial Changes
The Specific Plan may be substantially amended by the same procedure as it was adopted. Each
request shall include all sections or portions of the Honea Heights III Specific Plan that are affected
by the change. The Planning Director shall determine if the amendment would result in a
substantial change in plan regulations, as defined in Title 5—"Zoning" in the Town of Marana Land
Development Code.
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4. Interpretation
The Planning Director will be responsible for interpreting the provisions of this Specific Plan.
Appeals to the Planning Director`s interpretation may be made to the Board of Adjustment within 15
days from the date of the interpretation.
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will be responsible for interpreting the intent of the Design Standards. If any provision of the
Development Regulation regarding affordability is considered ambiguous or unclear, the '
Community Development Director shall be responsible for interpreting the intent of the
Development Regulations.
5. Fees �
Fees will be assessed as indicated by the Town's adopted fee schedule that is in place at the time
of development if action is taken by a non-Town entity involved in the Honea Heights III Specific '
Plan, Fees may or may not be assessed to the project for Town initiated action.
6. Annual Report '
Once Platted, the Master Developer will provide the Development Services Department with a
Monitoring Program as outlined in Appendix D of the Northwest Area Marana Plan. This will update
Development Services staff with the information to assess the impact of the Honea Heights project '
on existing infrastructure and determine the needs for future development.
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PARCEL 1
All that portion of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section
33, Township 115outh, Range 11 East, Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Pima County, Arizona,
described as follows:
Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Southeast Quarter;
THENCE South 89 degrees 40 minutes 56 seconds West, along the Southerly line of said Southeast
Quarter, a distance of 660.51 feet to the Southwest corner of said Southeast Quarter;
THENCE North 00 degrees 11 minutes 36 seconds West, along the Westerly (ine of said Southeast
Quarter, a distance of 610.43 feet;
THENCE South 49 degrees 54 minutes 14 seconds East, departing said Westerly line, a distance of 865.92
feet to the Easterly line of said Southeast Quarter;
THENCE South 00 degrees 11 minutes 19 seconds East, along said Easterly line of said Southeast
Quarter, a distance of 49.06 feet to the Point of Beginning.
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A portion of the north half of Section 33, Township 11 south, Range 11 East, Gila and Salt River
Meridian, Pima County, Arizona.
Said parcel being more particularly described as follows;
COMMENCING at the west quarter corner of said Section 33, said corner being a found 2" open pipe;
THENCE North 0°34'34" West, 1321.02 feet along the west line of said north half, from said point of the
northwest corner of said Section 33 bears North 0°34'34" West, 1321.02 feet, said northwest corner
being a found 3" brass disk in hand hole stamped "T.O.M. R.L.S. 18552",
THENCE North 89°41'26" East, 400.00 feet (measured and record) along the south line of the northwest
quarter of the northwest quarter of said section 33;
THENCE North 0°34'34" West parallel with the west line of the northwest quarter of said Section 33,
91.07 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, said point being a set %° rebar tagged "RLS 16555".
THENCE continuing North 0°34'34" West along said parallel line 63.93 feet, to a set %" rebar tagged "RLS
16555",
THENCE North 89°41'26" East parallel with the south line of the northwest quarter of the northwest
quarter of said Section 33, 172.17 feet to a point of a non-tangential curve with a local radial bearing of
North 18°10'06" West, concave to the north, said point being a set %:" rebar tagged "RLS 16555".
THENCE easterly along the arc of said curve to the left having a radius of 1666.85, through a central
angle of 1°09'37", for an arc length of 33.76 feet to a point of tangency, said point being a set %2° rebar
tagged "RLS 16555",
THENCE North 70°40'17" East, 16.64 feet to a set tagged "RLS 16555",
THENCE North 0°34'34" West parallel with the west line if the northwest quarter of said Section 33,
158.53 feet to a point from which a found 1%:" aluminum capped pin with punch at the intersection of
Honea Drive with Sandy Street bears South 89°41'07" West, 190.02 feet, said streets established by the
plat of Honea Heights at the Pima County Recorders Office at Book 12 Page 58 of Maps and Plats;
THENCE North 89°41'07" East, 726.44 feet to a found 1%" aluminum capped pin with a punch at the
intersection of Sandy Street with Morgan Drive;
THENCE North 89°40'S2" East, 696.46 feet (measured, 696.35 feet record) to a found railroad spike with
cross cut at the intersection of Sandy Street with Hester Drive;
THENCE 89°41'32" East, 242.64 feet to a set rebar tagged "RLS 16555", from which a found railroad
spike with cross cut bears North 89°41'32" East, 347.48 feet;
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� %z° rebar tagged "RLS 16555", from which a found %2" rebar tagged "RLS 22759" bears South 30°00'17"
East, 373.40 feet;
' THENCE North 54°51'46" West, 580.98 feet to a point of curvature on a tangent curve concave to the
south, said point being a set %z" rebar tagged "RLS 16555";
' THENCE westerly along the arc of said curve to the left having a radius of 4073.45 feet, through a central
angle of 32°42'08" for an arc length of 2,324.96 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
' The above described parcel contains an area of 24.93 acres, more or less.
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All that part of the North half of Section 33, Township 115outh, Range 11 East, Gila and Salt River Base
and Meridian, Pima County, Arizona, described as follows:
Beginning at the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest
Quarter;
THENCE Easterly to the Northwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the
Northwest Quarter;
THENCE Southerly to the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the
Northwest Quarter;
THENCE Easterly to the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the
Northeast Quarter;
The Northerly to the Northwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the
Northeast Quarter;
THENCE Northwesterly to the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter;
THENCE North along the West line of the Northeast Quarter, a distance of 330 feet;
THENCE Westerly, parallei with the South line of the North half of the Northwest Quarter, to a point
distant 620 feet East of the West line of Section 33;
THENCE Southerly, parallel with the West line of Section 33, a distance of 175 feet;
THENCE Westerly, parallel with the South line of the North half of the Northwest Quarter, a distance of
220 feet;
THENCE Southerly, parallel with the West line of Section 33, a distance of 155 feet to a point in the
south line of the North half of the Northwest Quarter;
THENCE Westerly along the South line of the North half of the Northwest Quarter, a distance of 400 feet
to the West line of Section 33;
THENCE Southerly along the said West line of the Point of Beginning;
EXCEPT the West 50 feet of said Northwest Quarter;
AND FURTHER EXCEPT all that portion conveyed to Pima County, Arizona, a body politic as described in
Deed recorded April 5, 1985 in Docket 7506, page 113.
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A. Tree Palette
Acacia constricta "Whitethorn acacia"
� Acacia greggii "Catclaw acacia"
Celtis reticulata "Netleaf hackberry"
Chilopsis linearis "Desert willow"
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Lysiloma watsoni "Desert fern tree"
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Abutilon palmeri "Indian mallow"
Acacia angustissima "Fern acacia"
Aloysia wrightii "Oreganillo"
Ambrosia deltoidea "Triangle-leaf bursage"
Anisacanthus thurberi "Desert honeysuckle"
Artemisia ludoviciana "Western mugwort"
Asclepias linaria "Pineleaf milkweed"
Atriplex canescens "Fourwing saltbush"
Calliandra eriophylla "Fairy duste�'
Celtis ehrenbergiana "Desert hackberry"
Coursetia glandulosa "Baby bonnets"
Crossosoma bigelovii "Rhyolite bush"
Dalea pulchra "Bush dalea"
Dicliptera resupinata "Dicliptera"
Dodonea angustifolia "Hopbush"
Encelia farinosa "Brittlebush"
Encelia frutescens "Green brittlebush"
Ephedra nevadensis "Mormon tea"
Ericameria laricifolia "Turpentine bush"
Eriogonum fasciculatum "Flattop buckwheat"
Morus microphylla "Texas mulberry"
Olneya tesota "ironwood"
Parkinsonia florida "Blue palo verde"
Parkinsonia microphylla "Foothills palo verde"
Prosopis velutina "Velvet mesquite"
Sapindus drummondii "Soapberry"
Gossypium thurberi "Desert cotton"
Hibiscus biseptus "Rose mallow"
Hyptis emoryi "Desert lavender"
Jatropha cardiophylla "Limberbush"
Justicia californica °Chuparosa"
Justicia candicans "Mexican honeysuckle"
Krameria parvifolia "Range ratany"
Larrea divaricata (tridentata) "Creosotebush"
Lotus rigidus "Deer vetch"
Lycium fremontii "Wolfberry"
Menodora scabra "Yellow menodora"
Plumbago scandens "Plumbago"
Senna covesii "Desert senna"
Simmondsia chinensis "Jojoba"
Sphaeralcea ambigua "Globe mallow"
Tecoma stans v. angustata "Yellow bells"
Telosiphonia brachysiphon "Rock trumpet"
Trixis californica "Trixis"
Vauquelinia califomica "Arizona rosewood"
Zizyphus obtusifolia "Graythorn"
C. Vines
Cissus trifoliata "Arizona grape ivy"
Clematis ligusticifolia "Old man's beard"
Janusia gracilis "Slenderjanusia"
Lachnostoma arizonica
Marah gilensis "Wild cucumber"
Maurandya antirrhiniflora "Snapdragon vine"
Mirabilis multiflora "Colorado four o'clock"
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D. Cacti
Carnegiea gigantea "Saguaro�
Cylindropuntia arbuscula "Pencil cholla"
Cylindropuntia versicolor "Staghorn cholfa"
Echinocereus fasciculatus "Hedgehog cactus"
Echinocereus rigidissimus "Az. rainbow cactus"
Ferocactus wislizeni "Fishhook barrel"
Mammillaria grahamii "Pincushion cactus"
Opuntia engelmannii "Engelmann prickly pear"
Opuntia santa rita "Purple prickly pear"
Peniocereus greggii "Queen of the night"
F, Perennial Wildflowers
Amoreuxia palmatifida
Bahia absinthifolia "Bahia"
Baileya multiradiata "Desert marigold"
Dichelostemma pulchellum "Desert hyacinthn
Dyssodia acerosa "Shrubby dyssodia"
Dyssodia pentachaeta "Golden dyssodia"
Glandularia gooddingii "Goodding verbena"
Oenothera caespitosa "Tufted evening primrose"
Penstemon parryi "Parry penstemon�
Psilostrophe cooperi "Paperflower"
Ruellia nudiflora "Ruellia"
Zinnia acerosa "Desert zinnia"
H, Grasses
Aristida purpurea "Purple threeawn°
Bouteloua curtipendula "Sideoats grama"
Bouteloua gracilis "Blue grama"
Heteropogon contortus "Tanglehead"
Muhlenbergia rigens "Deer grass"
Sporobolus airoides "Alkali sacaton"
E. Accent P/ants
Agave chrysantha "Golden-flowered agave"
Agave schottii "Shindagger"
Dasylirion wheeleri °Desert spoonfl
Erythrina flabelliformis "Coral bean"
Fouquieria splendens "Ocotillo"
Nolina microcarpa "Beargrass"
Yucca baccata "Banana yucca"
Yucca elata "Soaptree yucca"
G. Annual Wildflowers
Argemone pleicantha "Prickly poppy"
Datura wrightii "Sacred datura"
Eschscholtzia mexicana "Mexican poppy"
Gaillardia pulchella "Blanket flower"
Kallstroemia grandiflora "Arizona caltrop"
Lupinus sparsiflorus "Desert lupine"
Orthocarpus purpurascens "Owl's clover"
Proboscidea althaefolia "Devil's claw"
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l, Prohibited Plants
Fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum)
Buffelgrass (Pennisteum ciliare)
Johnson grass (So�ghum halapense)
Giant reed (Arundo dona�
Common crabgrass (Digitaria sanguinalis)
Pampas grass (Cortaderia sel%ana)
Mediterranean grass (Schismusspp.)
Red brome (Bromus rubens)
Tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima)
African sumac (Rhus lancea)
Russian olive (Eleagnus angustifolia)
African rue (Peganum harmala)
Salt cedar/tamarisk ( Tamarix pertand�a and T.
ramosissima)
Bermuda grass (Cynodon dactylon) excluding
sod hybrid Burmuda
Lovegrasses (E�agrostisspp.) excluding Plains
lovegrass (Eragrostis intermedia)
Iceplant (Mesembryanthemem crystallinum)
Arabian grass (Schrsums arabicus)
Natal grass (Melinins (=Rhynche�hrum) repens)
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptusspp.)
Periwinkle ( l/inca major and I/inca mino�j
J . Prohibited Aquatics
Eurasian watermilfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum)
Giant salvinia (Salvinia mo%sta)
Hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata)
Water hyancinth (Eichhornia crassipes)
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Appendix C: Desiqn Review Application
A. General
Mailing Address:
Building Plan Architect:
Landscape Architect:
s. Building Data
Plan Number:
Plan Number:
Plan Number:
HONEA HEIGHTS III
DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION
City/State/Zip
Phone:
Phone:
Livable Square Footage: Max. Height:
Livable Square Footage: Max. Height:
Livable Square Footage: Max. Height:
C. Application Checklist
The following information must be included with your application package:
❑ Design Review Fee: $XXX per floor plan, payable to XXXXXXXXXXXX
p Three (3) full size sets of certified architectural plans complete with floor and elevation plans and
mechanical and electrical plans.
❑ Three (3) half-size sets of certified architectural plans complete with floor and elevation plans.
❑ Thre'e (3) sets of typical front yard landscape plan alternatives to be offered to homebuyers.
❑Exterior Color Schemes, including paint and roof tile samples and light reflectivity value information:
Brand of Paint: Roof Tile Supplier:
❑Building Construction type (frame, masonry, etc.):
❑Stucco Patter:
❑Patios: Indicate type of materials to be used:
❑Type of color and finish of: Entry door -
Windows-
❑ Exterior lighting: Picture must be provided. All exterior lighting must be shielded in design so that the
light source is not visible.
❑ Location of HVAC equipment must be shown on all floor plans. Ground-mounted units must be
concealed by a solid enclosure on all sides visible to a neighboring property.
❑ Type of finish to be used on driveways and walkways:
❑Fencing: A typical fence layout must be provided:
Size of Block: Color:
❑Entry features, landscape or hardscape paving features to add interest, and eommon area landscape
plans.
❑Model layout plan, including lot designation, footprint of home, landscaping, fencing, parking lot layout
and material used, and plan to convert to typical planting scheme.
❑Entry way permanent and temporary marketing signs
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