Scottsdale Airpark multifamily housing plans advance

Three proposals that could bring more than 1,500 apartments to the Scottsdale Airpark area have obtained the Planning Commission's endorsement. Commissioner Jay Petkunas stressed the need for housing in the Airpark area and said the three plans would accommodate that growth. "The general gist is, we all feel it's a good area for (multifamily residential)," commission Chairman Michael D'Andrea said. "We've heard from three quality people in the community who have done great things." The commission recommends the City Council approve the proposals, which all seek a change to the Greater Airpark Character Area Plan to allow mixed-use residential buildings. The change could lead to more than 3,300 residents in the area. The council is scheduled to consider the proposals on Oct. 18. Last year, the council rejected including residential in the three areas targeted by the proposals. They are: - The Residences at Zocallo Plaza, which would be a four-building, apartment complex on 5.82 acres near the northwestern corner of Greenway-Hayden Loop and 73rd Street, north of the Scottsdale Quarter and south of the Scottsdale Promenade. The change could attract an estimated 543 residents and 240 units. The owner of the property is Scottsdale Place LLC.

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