The purpose of this chapter is to provide the citizens of Maricopa and the development community with general provisions for Planned Area Development (PAD) communities desired by the city of Maricopa. The intention of a PAD District is to provide alternative development standards from conventional zoning if a higher level of design and amenity is provided. Overall conformance to the general plan is required, especially when located in or near a village center as determined by the city’s zoning. This entails the need to set forth good precedent for future development in the city of Maricopa with connectivity, walkability, and sustainability in mind.

The guidelines, standards, and procedures for PAD communities can be found in Chapter 18.60 MCC. Previously entitled Master Plan Developments (MPD) shall automatically be recognized as PAD per previous city policy. [Ord. 20-11 §2(14-5-1); Res. 20-31.]