Town of Queen Creek

This Development Plan outlines the current status and future trajectory of residential and commercial growth within the Town of Queen Creek. It details single-family and multifamily permit activity, existing and pipeline housing units, and various development projects in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The plan incorporates population forecasts up to 2035, providing a foundational understanding for managing and guiding future community expansion.

The Town of Queen Creek Zoning Ordinance serves as a comprehensive regulatory framework for land use and development within the community. Initiated with a modernization process, it aims to align existing regulations with the Town's Vision, incorporate current zoning practices, and foster community well-being through orderly growth, aesthetic enhancement, and responsible land management. Key areas include establishing land use rules, protecting natural resources, guiding development approvals, and ensuring consistent application of standards to promote health, safety, and general welfare.

The strategic plan outlines the Town of Queen Creek's vision to ensure a high quality of life, foster a strong sense of community, protect residents, and deliver world-class public services. Its mission is to honor the past and embrace the future, striving to be the premier location for living and conducting business. The plan is guided by core values including responsiveness, innovation, transparency, respect, and friendliness.

The document provides a comprehensive overview of various residential and commercial developments, detailing planned housing units, apartment complexes, hotels, retail spaces, and restaurants. It lists numerous projects, their unit counts or square footage, and current statuses such as 'Under construction,' 'Opening Early 2027,' and 'Rezoned.' Additionally, the document includes population projections for the years 2024 through 2033.

This document outlines the Town of Queen Creek's legislative guiding principles for 2026, directing advocacy efforts at the Arizona State Legislature. The plan focuses on protecting local funding and self-determination, ensuring economic sustainability and infrastructure development, and advocating for secure, long-term sustainable water resources. It also addresses promoting economic development opportunities, supporting affordable housing initiatives while preserving local zoning authority, promoting sound fiscal policies for pension liabilities, and supporting transportation improvements.