Casa Grande City Council recently approved three zone changes in the hopes of increasing the city’s affordable housing.
Council approved two changes switching the planned area developments for Carlton Commons to add 245 and 222 lots. The size of the neighborhoods will remain unchanged. Senate Bill 1274, passed earlier this year, permits the addition of lots to a subdivision provided the additions to not increase water demand. Planners were able to request the adjustments due to water use efficiency upgrades.
The third zone change allows the creation of the Hancock Cottonwood Build-to-Rent community. Planners recommended the change to Council, saying the development would operate like an apartment complex but blend in better with surrounding communities due to its single-family-style design. (Source)