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Residential Condo and Office Condo projects - Fee Calculations
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Owner/Builder Procedures
Requirements for Use of Irrevocable Letter of Credit
Commonly Requested Easement Forms
Natural Area Open Space (NAOS) Forms
Commercial Permit Process
Commercial Tenant Improvements
Customer Alerts
Credit Card Policy Change
Limited Saturday Inspections Available
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2011 General Plan Update Newsletter
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Digital Submittal Program
Contact Information
Digital Plan Review Log-In
Help: Plan Review Fee Payments
File Naming Conventions for Digital Plan Submittal
Submittal Processes
Submittal Requirements For Single-Family Projects
TI Submittal Requirements
Uploading / Downloading Digital Plans
Digital Deferred Fire Submittal Requirements
Digital Plats/MODs/Land Assemblage Submittals
Signs Digital Submittal Requirements
Requirements for Pool Digital Submittal
Requirements for Solar System/Green Digital Submittal
Home Improvement Center
Home Improvement Forms & Guides
Permit Overview - Knowing when you need a permit
Potential Sewer/Septic Impacts
SFR:  What you need to know BEFORE you begin your project
SFR:  When is it considered a remodel vs. new construction (rebuild)?
The Home Improvement Process
Remodel or Rebuild?
Homeowner Resources
Home Improvements
Inspection Services
Inspection Job Cards & Checklists
Scheduling Inspections
Pre-Site (42) & Final Site (31) Inspections
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO)
Lockout/Tagout Agreements
Frequently Asked Questions
Encroachment Permit Questions
Fence and Wall Questions
New Lowest Floor Elevation and FEMA Elevation Certifications
Utilities - Developer Provided
Permit Services - One Stop Shop
Building & Encroachment Permits
Dust Control Permits
Large Project Permitting Checklist
Liquor License Packet
Liquor License Process Overview
Need to Know
North Customer Service Office
One Stop Shop Location Map
Permitting Checklist
Requirements for Demolition of Buildings/Structures
Sign Permit Regulations, Processes and Ordinances
Airpark businesses encouraged to use sign prototype
Garage Sale Signage Tips
Open House Signage Regulations
Campaign Signs / Temporary Non-Commercial Signs
Prototype sign recently installed at 7845 E Redfield Road
Sign Permit Frequently Asked Questions
Subdivision Entryway Signs
Grand Opening Banners
Special Events Packet
Bingo Approval Applications
Pumpkin & Christmas Tree Sales
Special Event Packet FAQs
Obtaining a Liquor Permit for a Special Event
Water and Sewer Development
Calculating Average Density Per Dwelling Unit
Septic Systems
Sewer Tap Installations
Water and Sewer Development
Water Features
Water Line & Fire Line Extensions
Water Meter Reductions (down-size)
Water Meters in the County
Extension Participation Program
Water Campus
e-Application for Permitting
Oversize/Overweight Loads, Movement of Habitable Structures
Enforcement, Violations, and Penalties
Operation and standards of escort vehicles
Oversize Load Signs
Permit Application Instructions
Permit Requirement Tolerances
Permit Restrictions and Conditions
Letter of Authorization
Application Instructions for Letter of Authorization
Filming in Scottsdale
Temporary Power Deposits
Plan Review Services
Commercial Plan Review
Plan Review
Plan Review Extensions
Plan Submittal Requirements
At-Risk Submittal Requirements
Guest House Submittal Requirements
Construction Document Requirements
Hood Systems
Commercial Carport Submittal Requirements
Shade Stucture Submittal Requirements
Single Family Interior Remodel
Title Evidence Submittal Requirements
Public Notice & Community Involvement Efforts
Development Review
Early Notification Signs
Evaluation Process for Proposed Development and/or Land Use Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Hearing Notice Signs
Key Contacts
Liquor License Information
Neighborhood Notification Program
Registered Neighborhoods
Public Participation
Standards, Policies & Ordinances for Development/Land Use Review
Variance Hearing
Zoning/Public Hearing Signs
Postcard Notifications
On-Line Postcard Notification Program Details
Postcard Notification Program
Zoning Code Reference
Realtor Resources
Arizona Economic Outlook
Records Division
FEMA Flood Zones / Flood Insurance Rate Maps
Maps
Outside Contacts
Publications Available for Purchase
Records Request Form
Referrals
Residential Plan Review Classifications
Re-striping Parking Lots
Scottsdale Development Process
Approval Processes - Application & Entitlement
Certificate of Occupancy
City Council Approval
Conditional Use Permits
Condominium Conversions
2005 Residential Condominium Conversions
2006 Residential Condominium Conversions
Development Review
Dirt Hauls
Entitlement / Vesting
Formal Submittal Process
Frequently Asked Questions
Neighborhood Notification and Involvement
Parking Study Guidelines
Planning Commission / City Council Approval
PreApplication Process
Staff Approvals for Minor Improvements
Stormwater Drainage Report Resources
Training Series:  Development In Scottsdale
Review & Approval Process Flow Charts
Self Service Center
Setback / Development Standards
SFR Process
General Requirements
Single Family Building & Development Notes
Small Business Resources
Business Licensing and Alarm Fees
Business Resources
Businesses
Census 2010
About the 2010 Census
Census Jobs
City Map Center
Codes and Policies
2005 Parking Ordinance Update
Alarm Systems Ordinance
Amendments to the Building Codes
Amendments to the Fire Code
Scottsdale Fire Code
Bars, Cocktail Lounges and After-Hours Establishments
Building Code Information
Business Occupational and Professional License Ordinance
Campaign Signs
Codes Site Map
Construction Activity - Start & Stop Times
ESLO Fact Sheet
Hardship Exemptions
ESLO Maps
Fences & Walls in the ESL Overlay Area
SFR Lots greater than 35,000 sq. ft.
Subdivision Walls
Reading the High Priority NAOS Area Maps
History of the ESLO
Summary of Changes to ESLO
Summary of Changes for ESLO-2 Modified
How to Read the ESLO Landform Maps
Natural Area Open Space (NAOS)
Wash Modification
Fences and Walls
Permitted Height
Built Without a Permit
Definitions
Site Plan Requirements - ESL and Cactus Corridor
Production & Semi-Custom Subdivisions
Public Utility Easement Areas
Fences and Walls on Custom Lots
Projects with Retaining Walls
Increase Height of Existing Wall
Site Plan Requirements - NON-ESL
Foothills Overlay
Fences/Walls within the Foothills Overlay Area
Front Yard Parking Requirements
Historic Preservation Ordinance
Historic Preservation Ordinance - Definitions
Historic Preservation Ordinance No. 3242
Archaeological Ordinance
Archaeological Requirements
Exemptions for Archaeological Surveys
FAQ About the Protection of Archaeological Resources
Ordinance 3243 - Archaeological Protection
Protection of Archaeological Resources
Protection of Archaeological Resources Ordinance
Summary of the Protection of Archaeological Resources Ordinance
Summary of Provisions
Interpretations and Applications of the Building Codes
Land Divisions Ordinance 3743
Native Plant Information
Indigenous, Desert Appropriate and Recommended Plant Lists
Inspection Process for Native Plants
Protected Native Plants
Invasive Weeds
Pedicab Ordinance (Proposed)
Policies Unique to Scottsdale, AZ
Property Maintenance Ordinance Interpretations
Proposed Taxi Cab Ordinance Changes
Recently Adopted Ordinances
Sign Ordinance
Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs and Spas
Backwashing or Emptying a Swimming Pool
Frequently Asked Questions
Permit Submittal Requirements
Swimming Pool Fence Details
Swimming Pool, Hot Tub and Spa Enclosures
Valet Ordinance
Wireless Communication
Wireless Ordinance Update
Wood Burning Fireplaces
Zoning Ordinance (Ord No. 455)
Frequently Requested Zoning District Information
Planned Unit Development
PUD Open House - January 30, 2008
Zoning Code Updates
State-Mandated Dust Control Measures
R1-7 Single-Family Zoning District
R1-7 Nonconforming Lots Now Allowed to Make Improvements
Feedback: Carports in the R1-7 District (6-TA-2007)
1-TA-2007 - R1-7 Walls and Fences Text Amendment
R1-7 Zoning Text Amendment Online Survey
Temporary Fencing Requirements
Tool Sheds, Detached Garages, Guest House, etc.
Zoning Code Interpretations
Appeals
Code References
Requesting a Interpretation
Zoning Research Tools
Setback / Development Standards
Uses Allowed in Single-Family Districts
Farms, Ranches & Stables
Contact Scottsdale
Demographics and Economic Reports
Divisions & Departments
Downtown Scottsdale
Visit Downtown Scottsdale
Free Horse-Drawn Trolley in Downtown Scottsdale
Downtown Districts
Downtown - Wireless
Downtown Projects
Hotel Valley Ho
Main Street Plaza (Formerly Loloma)
Main Street Residences - The Regency & The Mark
Optima Camelview Village
Portales Corporate Center II
Portales Residential
Rose Garden West
Safari Drive
Stetson Plaza / South Canal Bank Project
The 4020 Building
W Hotel
Waterfront
Waterview at Scottsdale
Downtown Residential
Business Resources
Development Resources
Zoning Districts
Contact Us
Register your Downtown Business
Seeking Downtown Ambassadors
Downtown Transportation
Downtown District Introductory Videos
Downtown Factoids
Downtown Crosswalks
Dog Days of Summer
New Waterfront and SouthBridge Areas
Old Town Scottsdale
Barneys at Fashion Square Mall and Safari Drive
Marshall Way Galleries
Old Town Farmers Market
OldTown Farmers Market
5th Avenue Shops
5th Avenue Unplugged Solo Series
5th Avenue Unplugged Schedule
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Scottsdale Fashion Week 2008
W Scottsdale Hotel
Wearable ArtWalk
Oh My Dog!
Via Colori Street Painting Event
Savor Scottsdale eats3
Soleri Bridge Plaza
The Mission
Old Town Farmer's Market Debut
SGA Wearable ArtWalk
SouthBridge Runway
Marshall Way Runway
Main Street Runway
The Edge 103.9 Third Thursday Concert Series
Fiesta Bowl ArtWalk
5th Avenue Fine Art and Wine Festival
Night Lights on the Canal
Community Input - Taxi Ordinance
Classy Jazzy
Miracle of the Roses
ArtSpace
Pure Sushi
Go Green Market
Native Trails
Hashknife 2009
Parada Slideshow
Educational Resources
Events Calendar
Green Building Program
1998 Annual Report
1999 Annual Report
2000 Annual Green Building Report
BLT140 Course - Environmentally Responsible and Sustainable Building Practices
Free Green Building Lectures
Green Building Enrollment Procedures
Green Building Enrollment Procedures
Green Building Program - Participating Builders
Advocacy Groups and Public Agencies
Architects and Designers
Energy Efficiency and Renewables
Green Builder Participant List
Green Building Exhibitors By Material Category
Indoor Environmental Quality
Product and Services Exhibitors
Product and Services Exhibitors By Category
Services (design, building, consulting, real estate)
Site and Water
Green Design Principles
Green Design Principles
Invitation to Participate
LEED News Release
Loloma 5 Condominiums - Photo 1
Loloma 5 Condominiums - Photo 2
Loloma 5 Condominiums - Photo 3
Loloma 5 Condominiums - Photo 4
Program Incentives
Program Incentives
Related Green Links
Sustainable Building Awards
The Green Building Papers
Hydrogen House
Hydrogen House Photos - 1
Hydrogen House Photos - 2
Hydrogen House Photos - 3
Major Victory Toward More Efficient New Homes!
Solar Lecture Series
Green Building Expo
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead Building
Historic Preservation Program
Mayor and City Council
Mighty Mud Mania
Mighty Mud Mania Photo Gallery
Our Sponsors
Sponsor Opportunities
News Releases
Scottsdale’s Web site ranked among nation’s best
City welcomes new location for highly rated MBA program
Two events celebrate veterans Nov. 11
2010 Council candidate packets now available
New video offers bird’s-eye view of city’s preserve
Bus Route Changes Begin Monday
2009-2010 Diversity Series begins Oct. 27
Free community presentations planned this month on H1N1 flu
Oct. 15 event celebrates preserve and its namesake
Council to appoint citizens to Channel 11 commission
New trails offer fresh discoveries during McDowell Sonoran Month
Scottsdale continues earning high ratings on preserve bonds
Draft Airpark Plan Ready for Review
State Parks Board OKs $3.25 million matching grant for preserve land
Deputy fire chief selected for Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame
Council goes the distance to promote fitness
Scottsdale program encourages local spending
Scottsdale site for 9/11 Remembrance & National Day of Service events
Public invited to grand opening of newest police facility
Council invites citizens to apply for commission appointments
Public comment invited at first Charter Review Task Force meeting Aug. 31
Downtown Task Force begins meetings on Monday, Aug. 31
Commissions get input on trail uses around Granite Mountain
City Council to consider continuance of land purchase for future fire station
10-year-old honored for lifesaving during Drowning Impact Awareness Month
Task force on southern area begins meetings Aug. 13
Scottsdale enhances roadway safety campaign
Bill resolves candidate signature issue
Scottsdale welcomes SRPMIC announcement on spring training
75th Street closure to impact City Hall, Scottsdale Court access
Panel makes cable recommendations; coverage airs on CityCable 11
Mighty Mud Mania captures new title sponsor -- Henkel Consumer Goods Inc.
Paving to restrict Scottsdale/Frank Lloyd Wright intersection next week
Taxes for streetlights will drop for about 27,000 properties in special districts
Council lowers property tax rate after budget approval
Scottsdale Airport seeks input on Strategic Business Plan
Scottsdale City Council appoints new city auditor
Neighborhood Resource Centers close
Switch to digital TV is Friday; Fire Department can assist
Indian Bend Road reopens at wash crossing
Report forecasts 13,000 more jobs at Airpark
Council to consider three planning initiatives Tuesday
Property tax notice published; same rate expected next year
Public hearing May 21 for proposed changes to bus routes
Scottsdale residents invited to apply for advisory boards
H1N1 flu information available from local agencies
Recently completed Downtown booster pump station to be dedicated May 14
Loop 101 Freeway section closed this weekend
Resident donations provide funds for those in need
Scottsdale tech projects win national awards
Scottsdale residents invited to apply for advisory boards
SkySong structure dedication is April 29
Celebrate the dedication of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve Gateway Saturday
Experts to highlight potential for southern Scottsdale at Saturday economic summit
Enjoy Life Locally in Downtown Scottsdale
Drivers urged to brake on yellow for safety’s sake
Freeway closures planned this weekend in the Scottsdale area
Mayor will form CityCable advisory group
McDowell Road/south Scottsdale economic summit set April 18
Scottsdale offers free water conservation kit during “Fix A Leak Week”
Budget Review Commission’s first meeting set for March 19
Free Cycle the Arts event fun for entire family
Indian Bend Road closure extended to permit construction
Take the Scottsdale Trolley to a spring training game
Input needed on proposed changes to transit fares and Dial-A-Ride
Parada Rodeo, events offer chance to dress Western
Channel 11 upgrades mean limited programming
Gov. Brewer conducts state budget forum in Scottsdale
Scottsdale’s Parada del Sol Parade is this Saturday
Bus routes to change on Miller and Granite Reef routes
Registration begins for Scottsdale 101 spring session
City Web Services Unavailable Tuesday Morning
Scottsdale honors its employees
New Mayor, Council members sworn in Jan. 13
Hashknife Pony Express arrives downtown at noon Friday
FBR Open requiring local road closures and restrictions
Goose roundup, tagging planned Wednesday at Chaparral Park
Southbound Loop 101 Freeway closure planned this weekend
American Idol finalist will speak Thursday morning
Westbound Loop 101 Freeway closure begins Friday night
Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon to restrict traffic Sunday
Parking, traffic information available for FBR Open
Parking Ticket Information
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Sensitive Design Program
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Introduction to Character Area Planning
Overview of Character and Strategic Area Planning
Dynamite Foothills Character Area
Desert Foothills Character Area Plan
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Six Community Planning Areas
Southern Scottsdale Community Area
Greater Airpark Community Area Plan
Downtown Plan Update
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Scenic Corridor Design Guidelines
Policies at a Glance
Architectural Design Guidelines
Bicycle/Pedestrian Transportation Plan
Cactus Corridor Area Plan
CityShape 2020
Citywide General Design Guidelines
Commercial/Retail Design Guidelines
Demographics Policy Card
Desert Foothills Character Area Plan
Desert Open Space Systems Plan
Desert Parks Design Guidelines
Desert Preservation Plan
Downtown Plan
Downtown Urban Design & Architectural Guidelines
Dynamite Foothills Character Area Plan
East Shea Area Plan
Fifth Avenue Specialty District Guidelines
FISCALS Analysis Tool
Frank Lloyd Wright Streetscape Design Guidelines
Gas Station/Convenience Store Design Guidelines
Golf Course Design Guidelines
Great Sonoran Desert Design Concepts
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Historic Preservation Ordinance
Historic Preservation Program
Land Use Impact Model
Landscaping Design Guidelines
Lighting Design Guidelines
Local Area Master Plans (LAMPs)
Main Street Specialty District Guidelines
Marshall Way / Craftsman Court Specialty District Guidelines
McDowell Sonoran Preserve Access Areas Plans
McDowell Sonoran Preserve Ordinance
Neighborhood Assemblage Policy
Neighborhood Plans
Office Design Guidelines
Old Town Specialty District Guidelines
Parking Structure Design Guidelines
Peaceful Valley Neighborhood Plan
Planning Zones
Protection of Archaeological Resources Ordinance
Restaurant Design Guidelines
Scenic Corridors - Policy Summary
Scottsdale Visioning
Scottsdale's General Plan
Shea Area Plan
Shea Streetscape Design Guidelines
Sherwood Heights Neighborhood Plan
Streets Master Plan
Sundown Ranch Neighborhood Plan
Trails Master Plan
Transit Master Plan
Via Linda Streetscape Design Guidelines
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My Neighborhood
Open House Meetings, Lectures & Workshops
Proposed Pedicab Ordinance Open House
Text Amendment Definitions - Public Meeting 1 of 2
Text Amendment Definitions - Public Meeting 2 of 2
Text Amendment Open House
Text Amendment Open House
Projects in the News
APS Substations
Coronado Golf Course
Lowe's Home Improvement Center
Mayo Clinic
Scottsdale Quarter (Kierland)
Silverstone (Rawhide Site)
One Scottsdale
Waterview at Scottsdale
Los Arcos Crossing
Fashion Square Mall Renovations
Scottsdale Museum of the West
Newpath Networks
Projects in the Public Hearing Process
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Scottsdale Road Streetscape
Requests for Statement of Qualifications
McDowell Streetscape Project
IndianBend
Report a Problem
Residents
Scottsdale Revitalization Program
Scottsdale Shares
Shop Scottsdale Today
What are the Shop Scottsdale boundaries?
Shopper Testimonial
SkySong ASU Technology Center
Special Assessments
Stormwater and Floodplain Management
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The General Plan
Scottsdale's Values and Vision
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Community Involvement Element
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Community Mobility Element
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General Plan PDF Library
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2008 Major General Plan Amendment
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2-GP-2009 Comment Card
3-GP-2009 Comment Card
Welcome - 2011 General Plan Update
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North Indian Bend Wash (NIBW) Superfund Site

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Customer Service
480-312-7800
PlanningInfo@ScottsdaleAZ.gov

 

Advance Planning Department
480-312-7990
Advance Planning Services

 

Current Planning Department
480-312-7000
Current Planning Services

 

Development Services Department / One Stop Shop
480-312-2500
One Stop Shop Online

 

Neighborhood Services Department
480-312-3111 
cnr@ScottsdaleAZ.gov

 

Transportation Department
480-312-7696

 

Plan Review
480-312-7080
Plan Review Info

 

Inspections
480-312-5750
Inspections Info

 

Records
480-312-2356
Records, Research & Reports

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