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Fountain Hills council directs staff to plant lots and sell small town parcel on East Ashbrook
Summary
The council voted unanimously to replat a town‑owned parcel on the 16500 block of East Ashbrook into town‑controlled lots before sale, so the town can set lot sizes and potential restrictions; staff recommended planting 3–4 lots and an appraisal will follow.
The Fountain Hills Town Council directed staff to prepare and plant lots on a town‑owned parcel on the 16500 block of East Ashbrook and then offer the property for sale.
Planner John presented background, telling the council the parcel was acquired from MCO in 1989, is approximately 40,000 square feet (about one acre), and sits within an area zoned primarily R2 (duplex) with R3 (multifamily) to the south. John said staff believes the town could create "3 and probably 4 lots" consistent with surrounding lot widths and that planting the lots prior to sale would give the town control over lot sizes and increase return.
Public comment and council view: Larry Myers, a 44‑year resident, urged selling the parcel while retaining control over platting and zoning, saying the town should "take the money, spend it wisely." Several council members said planting the lots themselves makes sense to ensure compatibility with surrounding homes.
Council action: A motion to have the town plant the lots before sale carried unanimously on roll call (7–0). Staff said next steps include completing an appraisal and publishing bids to solicit responsive buyers once the platting is complete.
What happens next: Staff will proceed with lot planting direction, obtain an appraisal, and prepare the parcel for sale under the town's procurement and disposition procedures.
