Maricopa commission approves Sanctuary Phase 1 subdivision after executive session; members split over emergency access

The Maricopa Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Sanctuary Phase 1 preliminary plat (SUB24‑07) for 339 single‑family homes on approximately 83.02 gross acres after an executive session on June 23.

Derek Shearer, of the city’s Development Services Department planning division, introduced the application from CBL Consultants on behalf of Maricopa Hartman, LLLP and recommended approval subject to the staff conditions in the packet.

The commission’s discussion centered on access. The preliminary plat proposes Phase 1 of the Sanctuary planned area development with internal collector roads and a proposed all‑weather emergency access that would remain temporary until later phases are developed. City staff and the project team said the proposal complies with the general plan and Sanctuary PAD development standards.

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