Golden Valley approves multiple rezones for residential and commercial developments

The Planning & Zoning Commission of Mohave County, Arizona, convened on April 29, 2025, to evaluate several rezoning requests and amendments to the county's general plan. The meeting addressed a total of 13 agenda items, focusing primarily on land use changes in the Golden Valley vicinity.

The first significant discussion involved a request to rezone assessor's parcel number 31614024 from a general zone to an Agricultural Residential (AR) zone. This change aims to allow for an RV to be used as a temporary residence and to bring the property into compliance with zoning regulations. The commission found the application appropriate and approved it unanimously after a brief public hearing.

Next, the commission reviewed a request to rezone a portion of assessor's parcel number 30638013 from an AR 10-acre minimum lot size zone to an AR 5-acre minimum lot size zone. This change would facilitate a minor land division. The application was also deemed proper for consideration and was approved without opposition.

The third item involved a request to rezone assessor's parcel number 30625009E from an AR 2-acre minimum lot size zone to an AR zone. This request was met with some skepticism from Commissioner Bradshaw, who expressed concerns about the potential implications of changing the land's designated purpose. Despite these concerns, the commission ultimately voted to deny the request.

Following this, the commission evaluated another rezone request for assessor's parcel number 30641012E from an AR 6-acre minimum lot size zone to an AR zone. The applicant was not present, leading to a discussion among commissioners about the importance of applicant attendance. Ultimately, the commission voted to deny the request due to the applicant's absence.

The meeting continued with a request to amend the Mohave County General Plan and rezone assessor's parcel number 21703132 to allow for a minor land division. The applicant, Theresa Labruce, provided context for the request, noting that several adjacent properties had already been subdivided. The commission approved this request unanimously.

Another significant item involved a request to rezone assessor's parcel number 30506161 from an AR zone to a Highway Commercial zone to facilitate commercial development. This request was also approved without opposition.

The final item discussed was a request to rezone a portion of assessor's parcel number 30624212 from an AR 10-acre minimum lot size zone to a Commercial Recreation zone to allow for a campground. The applicant outlined plans for a limited-use RV parking facility designed for overnight stays. The commission found the proposal suitable and approved it.

In summary, the meeting resulted in several approvals for rezoning requests aimed at facilitating residential and commercial developments in Golden Valley, while also highlighting the importance of applicant participation in the process. The commission's decisions reflect ongoing efforts to manage land use effectively in Mohave County.