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Yuma council approves minor general plan amendment to allow up to 200 multifamily units on two Avenue B parcels
Summary
Council adopted a minor general plan amendment changing roughly 6.65 acres at 3064 and 3116 South Avenue B from commercial to high‑density residential, enabling 86–200 dwelling units and an estimated 163–380 people at full build‑out.
The Yuma City Council voted June 4 to adopt a minor general plan amendment for properties at 3064 and 3116 South Avenue B, changing the land‑use designation from commercial to high‑density residential.
Associate planner Meredith Rojas told the council the amendment covers roughly 6.65 acres currently occupied by an office building and Yuma Lumber Company. Under the proposed designation the site would allow between 86 and 200 dwelling units; staff estimated the resulting population would range from about 163 to 380 people. Property owners within 660 feet were notified; one neighbor attended the March neighborhood meeting and supported the request, and staff reported no outside agency opposition. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval at its May 12 meeting.
After the presentation the public hearing was closed. Deputy Mayor Smith moved to adopt Resolution R2025‑066 approving the minor general plan amendment; Councilmember Morales seconded and the resolution passed on a roll call with unanimous ayes recorded.
The applicant indicated it will pursue rezoning to the high‑density R‑3 district and subsequent development approvals if the rezoning succeeds. The council’s action amends the policy framework in the general plan to allow higher‑density residential development; rezoning, site plan review and utility connections will be required before building may begin.
