Queen Creek Council Approves Multiple Developments Including Rittenhouse Commons Rezoning

In a recent Queen Creek Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, significant updates on local development projects were shared, highlighting the ongoing challenges and progress in the area. Eric, a key official, reported that approximately 86 single-family residential permits were issued last month, a decrease from the previous year. This decline is attributed to ongoing water supply issues stemming from state legislative actions, which have slowed down development.

One of the notable approvals was for Rittenhouse Commons, a project that faced delays due to water service challenges. Initially approved for single-family attached townhomes, the project was rezoned to allow for rental units instead, reflecting the community's evolving needs. Additionally, the First Credit Union Bank received a conditional use permit without any opposition, and a dog training facility, DND Mini Ranch, was unanimously approved.

The meeting also featured a special introduction from Alexis Mason, a summer intern majoring in urban planning at ASU. Alexis expressed her enthusiasm for contributing to the growth of Queen Creek, a town she has closely observed throughout her life.

As the meeting concluded, the commission acknowledged the importance of these developments in shaping the future of Queen Creek, with hopes that legislative changes will soon alleviate current water supply constraints and foster further growth.