Developer proposes 66 townhomes on 40th Street with varied designs

The Surprise City Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on April 17, 2025, focused on a proposed development of 66 townhomes, which aims to enhance the residential landscape of the area. The primary access to the development will be from 40th Street, with a secondary emergency exit onto Greenway Road.

The proposed townhomes will feature lot sizes ranging from just over 1,000 to 1,300 square feet. The developers are seeking several deviations through a Planned Unit Development (PUD) overlay, primarily to accommodate the attached townhome design rather than individual lots. This approach is intended to create a cohesive community while maintaining specific development standards around the perimeter of the site.

The design includes a variety of building types, including fourplexes, threeplexes, fiveplexes, sixplexes, and an eightplex. The developers have worked closely with city staff to incorporate diverse roof forms, colors, and materials to enhance the visual appeal of the project. This effort aims to meet the expectations of both the city and future residents.

Overall, the proposed townhome development represents a significant step in addressing housing needs in Surprise, while also emphasizing aesthetic variety and community standards. Further discussions and approvals will be necessary as the project moves forward.