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Note: This agenda may be amended subject to the provisions of A.R.S. §38-431.02 NOTICE OF SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING & AGENDA YAVAPAI COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS BOARDS OF DIRECTORS OF YAVAPAI COUNTY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, BOARDS OF DIRECTORS OF YAVAPAI COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, FREE LIBRARY DISTRICT AND JAIL DISTRICT
Yavapai County Administrative Services Verde Valley Complex Hearing Room, First Floor 10 South 6th Street, Cottonwood, Arizona
ALL ITEMS LISTED ARE POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. THE ORDER OF ITEMS MAY BE MODIFIED AT THE MEETING. NOTE: ONE OR MORE BOARD MEMBERS MAY ATTEND TELEPHONICALLY OR VIRTUALLY. BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING TELEPHONICALLY OR VIRTUALLY WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE MEETING. PURSUANT TO A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MAY VOTE TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING LEGAL ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY ITEM LISTED ON THE AGENDA. THE PUBLIC WILL HAVE PHYSICAL ACCESS TO THE MEETING LOCATION FIFTEEN (15) MINUTES PRIOR TO THE MEETING.
WRITTEN COMMENTS ON CURRENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE CLERK OF THE BOARD'S OFFICE AT CLERKOFTHEBOARD.WEB@YAVAPAIAZ.GOV TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS PRIOR TO THE BOARD MEETING.
STUDY SESSION - The Board Of Supervisors will meet in joint session with the Yavapai County Planning & Zoning Commission for discussion only on the following items:
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
THE AGENDA IS AVAILABLE TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING ON THE INTERNET AT: WWW.YAVAPAIAZ.GOV. Hearing aid devices for the hearing impaired are available at both Board Hearing Rooms. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors endeavors to ensure the accessibility of its meetings to all persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation for a meeting, please contact the Board of Supervisors’ Office at (928) 771-3200, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting (not including weekends or holidays) for accommodation to be arranged. Posted: _______________________, at ____________ by ______ ________________________________________________ Jayme Rush, Clerk of the Board
STUDY SESSION - The Board Of Supervisors will meet in joint session with the Yavapai County Planning & Zoning Commission for discussion only on the following items:
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
THE AGENDA IS AVAILABLE TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING ON THE INTERNET AT: WWW.YAVAPAIAZ.GOV. Hearing aid devices for the hearing impaired are available at both Board Hearing Rooms. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors endeavors to ensure the accessibility of its meetings to all persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation for a meeting, please contact the Board of Supervisors’ Office at (928) 771-3200, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting (not including weekends or holidays) for accommodation to be arranged. Posted: _______________________, at ____________ by ______ ________________________________________________ Jayme Rush, Clerk of the Board
Mar 26, 2026 Board of Supervisors - Special Meeting
Note: This agenda may be amended subject to the provisions of A.R.S. §38-431.02 NOTICE OF SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING & AGENDA YAVAPAI COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS BOARDS OF DIRECTORS OF YAVAPAI COUNTY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, BOARDS OF DIRECTORS OF YAVAPAI COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, FREE LIBRARY DISTRICT AND JAIL DISTRICT
Yavapai County Administrative Services Verde Valley Complex Hearing Room, First Floor 10 South 6th Street, Cottonwood, Arizona
ALL ITEMS LISTED ARE POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. THE ORDER OF ITEMS MAY BE MODIFIED AT THE MEETING. NOTE: ONE OR MORE BOARD MEMBERS MAY ATTEND TELEPHONICALLY OR VIRTUALLY. BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING TELEPHONICALLY OR VIRTUALLY WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE MEETING. PURSUANT TO A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3) THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MAY VOTE TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING LEGAL ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY ITEM LISTED ON THE AGENDA. THE PUBLIC WILL HAVE PHYSICAL ACCESS TO THE MEETING LOCATION FIFTEEN (15) MINUTES PRIOR TO THE MEETING.
WRITTEN COMMENTS ON CURRENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE CLERK OF THE BOARD'S OFFICE AT CLERKOFTHEBOARD.WEB@YAVAPAIAZ.GOV TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS PRIOR TO THE BOARD MEETING.
STUDY SESSION - The Board Of Supervisors will meet in joint session with the Yavapai County Planning & Zoning Commission for discussion only on the following items:
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
THE AGENDA IS AVAILABLE TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING ON THE INTERNET AT: WWW.YAVAPAIAZ.GOV. Hearing aid devices for the hearing impaired are available at both Board Hearing Rooms. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors endeavors to ensure the accessibility of its meetings to all persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation for a meeting, please contact the Board of Supervisors’ Office at (928) 771-3200, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting (not including weekends or holidays) for accommodation to be arranged. Posted: _______________________, at ____________ by ______ ________________________________________________ Jayme Rush, Clerk of the Board
STUDY SESSION - The Board Of Supervisors will meet in joint session with the Yavapai County Planning & Zoning Commission for discussion only on the following items:
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
1. Opening Remarks - Board of Supervisors and Planning & Zoning Commission to outline goals as needed.
2. Yavapai County Development Services Department Overview - Presentation by the Yavapai County Development Services Department providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with an update on departmental operations. The presentation will include an overview of department functions and organizational structure, a summary of recent accomplishments, and a review of current development activity within the County, including relevant data, current year trends and metrics. Staff: Mark Lusson, Assistant Director.
3. Zoning Ordinance Update and Presentation on Subdivision Regulations - Presentation by Roger Eastman, AICP, Logan Simpson providing the Board of Supervisors and the Planning & Zoning Commission with a high-level overview and targeted discussion. Staff: Matt Blake, AICP, Planning Manager. Major Energy Uses The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to establish a baseline understanding about Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Utility Scale Wind Energy Facilities, and Small Modular Reactors (SMR) from a land use standpoint, and to solicit input and direction from members on potential integration or prohibition as part of the Zoning Ordinance update. Development Services requested this discussion in response to increasing inquiries from developers, property owners and others who are expressing interest in bringing these major energy uses and emerging technologies into the County. Staff believe there is high likelihood of receiving multiple applications for such projects in 2026, particularly for utility scale wind energy facilities, which the Zoning Ordinance currently doesn’t allow without a Use Permit. Update to the County’s Subdivision Regulations The purpose of the presentation and discussion is to provide an overview of and update on the County Subdivision Regulations draft. This will include an outline of the process and estimated schedule for adoption, review major changes and recommendations, and have discussion, solicit input and direction from members on key questions and policy decisions. Areas of discussion include administration, application procedures, subdivision type, requirements and design standards, approval process, access and street design, open space, wildfire hazard mitigation, construction requirements, and Minor Land Divisions, among others.
THE AGENDA IS AVAILABLE TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING ON THE INTERNET AT: WWW.YAVAPAIAZ.GOV. Hearing aid devices for the hearing impaired are available at both Board Hearing Rooms. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors endeavors to ensure the accessibility of its meetings to all persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation for a meeting, please contact the Board of Supervisors’ Office at (928) 771-3200, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting (not including weekends or holidays) for accommodation to be arranged. Posted: _______________________, at ____________ by ______ ________________________________________________ Jayme Rush, Clerk of the Board
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