By BEX Staff for AZBEX
The Glendale Planning Commission has recommended in favor of a rezoning for a 39-acre site near the Westgate Entertainment District for development of a new mixed-use project.
The City applied for a rezoning from agriculture to planned area development and a minor General Plan amendment from business park to entertainment mixed-use for the Envision Encore property, which is located south of the SWC of 99th Avenue and Ballpark Blvd.
Glendale made the application on behalf of owner Porter Fields, LLC, an entity associated with the Fram Family Limited Partnership and other parties, according to the Arizona Corporation Commission.
According to project materials, “The intent of the PAD is to develop a high-density multi-functional development consisting of multi-family housing and diverse commercial employment incorporating retail, hospitality services, hotels, and other land uses that will complement and enhance the sports and entertainment area.”
The staff analysis found the project proposal to be consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan, referred to it as, “An innovative and appropriate use,” and recommended approval.
There are currently no specific development plans or end uses associated with the site. A local news outlet reported the rezoning should make it easier for Glendale to help identify possible end users.
No opposition had been expressed by members of the public as of the March 27 meeting.
