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In an effort to help you understand BEFORE you begin all the impacts of your proposal,
and the costs, the city has developed the following list of issues that can surprise
homeowners and significantly affect the project budget and/or timeline.
CC&Rs - When you move into a neighborhood with Codes, Covenants
and Regulations (CC&R's) you agree to comply with the regulations as adopted.
CC&R's represent a civil contract between the property owner and the property owner's
association and are legally binding on the participants. Violation of CC&R's can be
penalized and fined as set out in the legal section of the regulations. It is the
responsibility of the property owner, not the city, to be aware of any CC&R's as part
of any proposed building modification or new construction. The city does not maintain
or monitor CC&R's.
CC&R's are civil in nature and as such are not enforced by the City of Scottsdale; as
an example, even in an area with public streets the city of Scottsdale will not enforce
the parking restrictions from the Codes and Covenants.
Development Standards - Submit a Setback Request to
determine the development standards for your property. This will provide you with
where you can build on the lot, lot coverage restrictions (if applicable) and wall/fence
restrictions.
Sprinklers - Improving or adding 25% or more of the
existing structure? Fire sprinklers must be installed in the entire home.
Building Code - Improving or adding 50% or more of
the existing structure? The entire structure must be brought up to all current Building
Code standards.
Water & Sewer Extensions/Connections - Not contected to city water
and/or sewer? There are several cases where water & sewer extensions/connections
may be required. For instance, for additions and renovations equal to or greater
than 50% of the existing structures, water & sewer improvements may be required.
Water/Sewer extensions must be approved PRIOR to plan submittal for the remodel; this
process takes 4 to 6 months. In addition, the "average" cost to construct
a water line extension is around $100 per linear foot; this can have a significant impact
on your budget. ...More Info...
Wash Modifications - if wash modifications are being requested, a Wash
Modification Application must be made and approvals received PRIOR to plan submittal.
This typically takes 2 months. ...More
Info...
Historic Neighborhoods - is your home located in one of the city's
designated historic districts? Before you make any alterations affecting the
exterior appearance you will need to obtain a Certificate of No Effect or Certificate of
Appropriateness. Contact Don Meserve, Preservation Planner, at 480-312-2523 PRIOR to
submitting your plans. This process can take 1 day to 1 month, depending on the
extent of the proposed changes. Check out the Historic Properties Rehabilitation
Program.
Additional Resources:
One Stop Shop
7447 E Indian School Road, Suite 105
Scottsdale, AZ 85251