Council discusses state law changes allowing earlier construction starts, staff to reconcile memo timing

Staff explained the effect of Arizona Senate Bill 1182, which exempts noise from permitted general construction activities between May 1 and Oct. 15, allowing a 5 a.m. start on business days (6 a.m. Saturdays) and permitting concrete pours up to one hour before scheduled starts. Council members pointed out memo inconsistencies — one summary said a 7 p.m. completion time while another said 8 p.m. Staff confirmed the state statute provides 7 p.m. but said the city may be less restrictive and intends to retain the existing 8 p.m. completion time; staff said they would correct memo errors and reconcile the language before the ordinance returns for action.

Council asked staff to ensure the materials accurately quote SB 1182 and to resolve the discrepancy in the publicly posted summary so the ordinance will be consistent with the code and state law.