Requests for rezoning, variances, special use permits, and temporary
use permits are handled from this department. The Town of Eagar's Zoning
Ordinance designates specific uses of land areas as an integral part of
the Town's Master Plan. Floodplain clearances and assistance in the 404
Permit application for construction in the vicinity of the Little Colorado
River are also handled from this department.
Items to Consider When Opening a
Business in the Town of Eagar
You have found what you believe is the ideal location
to open a new business in the Town of Eagar. Prior to making a commitment
to enter into a lease contract or purchase of property, the Town of Eagar
would like you to be informed on the requirements of conducting business in
the Town of Eagar. All the information mentioned in this information sheet
can be found in The Town of Eagar Code Titles 5, 13, 15, 16 and 18. The
Town Code can be viewed on our web site,
www.eagaraz.gov
In order
to start a business in the Town of Eagar there are four steps or checks that
you are encouraged to complete to have a successful start for your
business. Please use the following as a guide as you plan your project.
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Zoning Check:
Once you have found a property you are interested in opening a new
business at, it is suggested that you contact the Town of Eagar Community
Development Department to check if the property is properly zoned for your
proposed use. When you come to the Community Development Department it is
suggested that you ask as a minimum the following:
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What is the
current zoning?
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Does my
proposed use comply with the Permitted Uses for the property as
currently zoned?
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Are the
proposed Accessory Uses allowed for the property as currently zoned?
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Does my proposed use require a Conditional Use
Permit?
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If I have to get a Conditional Use Permit how
long might it take to get a decision on the application? How much will
it cost? Are the fees reimbursable if the Conditional Use permit is not
approved?
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What are the property development standards?
(i.e. Minimum Lot Area, Average Lot Width, Lot Frontage, Setbacks,
Building Size, Building Height, Lot Coverage, Screening and Minimum
Elevation.)
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What are the General Use Regulations for the
Property?
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Is the property located in a Regulated Flood
Hazard Area? (If the property is located in a special flood hazard area
it may increase the total cost of your project significantly.)
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Can I do a Minor Land Division? Is it a
Subdivision?
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Are there any zoning fees required to be paid
based on the proposed use of the property?
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How many and what size of signs can I have for my
business?
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What is required to have the design of my
building approved and how long does it take?
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Building Permit Check:
During your visit to the
Community Development Department, the following minimum questions should
be asked or considered: (If incomplete plans are submitted, the Community
Development Department may not be able to provide all the information that
you may need to plan your project.)
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What are the
current adopted Building Codes?
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Do I need to use a Licensed Contractor?
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Do I need to have an Architect/Engineer draw my
plans?
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What are the Building Permit Fees, Impact Fees?
After I have submitted my plans and paid the permit fees and decide not
to go forward are my fees reimbursable?
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I am doing a change of occupancy; do I have to
comply with the current Building Codes?
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What are the requirements for a Change of
Occupancy?
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Is a pre-construction meeting required?
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What are the minimum documents/plans that I need
to submit to have a plan review?
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How long does it take to have the plans
reviewed and a permit issued?
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Do I need approval from outside
agencies? (Fire Marshall, Health Department, etc.)
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Once my permit is issued how long is
the permit valid?
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What are the required inspections that
I should have?
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Are there special inspections required
from outside of those provided by the Town of Eagar?
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How soon can I get an inspection after
I have requested one?
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When can I get my Certificate of
Occupancy?
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Water and Sewer: Prior to making an
offer or entering into a contract, you should contact the Town of Eagar
Water Department to make sure water and sewer service is available to your
property. Doing this will give you an idea of how long it will take you to
get services to your property when you need them.
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Business License: Every business,
including rental property, in the Town of Eagar needs a business license.
Contact the Town of Eagar Town Clerk for Business License requirements.
Please contact the Community
Development Department for information on the questions mentioned above.
Staff is dedicated to you and your business success.
Community Development Director-Bruce
Ray
Bruce Ray came to work for the Town of
Eagar after retiring from the United States Air Force in 1995,
Bruce is the
Community Development Director and is responsible for Building Safety
(Certified Residential Building Inspector), Planning and Zoning and is also
the Floodplain Manager. Bruce enjoys serving the citizens of Eagar and has
the desire to keep Eagar's identity as a family oriented, rural community.
Bruce has deep roots in the community, his Great Grandfather homesteaded
what is now the 26 Bar Ranch in the 1880's. When he is not serving the Town
of Eagar he enjoys his family, gardening, fishing and serving in his church.
Building Inspector/GIS Coordinator-Elecia
Henderson
Elecia was born in Grand Canyon, but spent
the bulk of her childhood in Colorado. She has always lived
in rural
communities and loves the small town character of Eagar. She went to
work for the Town of Eagar in 2003 and became a certified building inspector
in 2006 She and her husband, John moved here in 1985. They have
3 children and 3 grandsons. Her interests are playing with the
grandkids, horseback riding, tennis and golf.
Meetings of the Planning Commission are held the
third Thursday
of each month, in which variances, zoning requests, subdivision plats and
conditional use permits are
discussed. The Planning Commission meets to review the technical merit of proposals, then forms a recommendation to be made to the Council. The public is invited
to participate in the Planning and Zoning Meetings.
Chair:
David Rohlader
Born:
12/18/1938 in Washington, DC. I lived for many years in my Grandfather’s
house, traveling with him to Coast historical sites and museums in support
of our interest in history and technology. I married Dorothy Alice Breen
on June 24, 1967, in St. Mary’s Church in Alexandria, VA. Dottie and both
of our children graduated with honors from college and I am self-educated
beyond my 2 years of college. Both of us are very proud of our two
children, and three grandchildren, all boys. Since moving to Arizona, we
have both been learning to “cowboy” by working as volunteers on a working
cattle ranch, the XDiamond Ranch, while my hobby is repairing saddles,
bridles and creating other leather tack, we engage in fence repair and
maintenance, branding and herding cattle. I am playing my Celtic Bouzouki
with the Round Valley Community Orchestra, and play bluegrass with a small
informal group of friends. We reside in a small log home, in Eagar, where
we have interests in photography, the work of local artists, astronomy,
history and archeology, as well as horseback riding and hiking in the
White Mountains around our home. Currently, Dottie is one of the
Directors, and I am President of the Little Colorado River Chapter of the
Arizona Archeology Society, and we are site stewards for two prehistoric
pueblos, monitoring them monthly for vandalism and deterioration due to
animal or weather influences. I work with local schools to allow students
to experience our universe through the lens of a telescope many East.
Vice-chair:
Eric Hamblin
Commissioners:
David Torres
Allen Browning
Allen was born in
Springerville in 1979 and raised in Eagar. After graduating from Round
Valley High School in 1997 Allen served a two year mission for his church
in Missouri/Kansas. In 2001 Allen married Holly Heap, also from Eagar.
Allen has received an associate’s degree from Mesa Community College in
Accounting, a bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University in
Accounting, and his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification from
the Arizona State Board of Accountancy. Allen, Holly, and their three
beautiful daughters moved home to Eagar in 2008 and love every minute of
it. Allen is currently employed by Tucson Electric Power as well as being
a partner in Eagar Printing, LLC, a local print shop, and also owns and
operates Allen Browning, CPA, PLC a full service tax and accounting
business in Eagar. In his free time Allen enjoys camping, riding horses,
snowmobiling, and spending time with his family.
Aaron LeSueur
Aaron was born in Springerville, Arizona in 1981. He was raised in
Eagar, Arizona where he graduated from Round Valley High School.
After high school, he attended Glendale Community College where he
received an associate's degree in Applied Automotive Science. After
college Aaron married his high school sweetheart Whitney Penrod, and moved
back to Eagar. Aaron has opened an automotive repair shop on Main
Street in Eagar, where he hopes to stay. Aaron has two girls and one
on the way. Aaron enjoys spending time with his family, riding his
horses, reading and anything outdoors. Aaron is glad to be on the
Planning and Zoning Commission to learn more about the town operations and
also to serve in the community.
Joseph (Joe)
Sitarzewski
Born December 1952 in Tucson.
Graduated from Tucson High School in 1970.
Graduated from University of Arizona with a B.S.
degree in Watershed Management / Forestry in 1974.
Employed from 1978 to 2008 with the USDA, Forest
Service in Arizona and New Mexico. Areas of responsibility
included timber, recreation, lands uses and ownership, minerals, roads
and trails, fire prevention, and facilities construction and
maintenance.
Worked on Springerville RD in 1978 and 1979;
Carson NF in New Mexico from 1979 to 1988; Tonto NF from
1988 to 2001; returning to the Apache-Sitgreaves NFs Supervisor’s Office
in 2001 until 2008.
Retired from the Apache-Sitgreaves NF in June
2008.
Interests include gardening, carpentry, cross-country and alpine
skiing, hiking, fishing, camping, motorcycling, and my two dogs.
Gary Cressy
Born on August 21, 1946 in Wilmington California. Gary lived
there and graduated from High School there. He received a liberals
arts degree from LA Harbor College, later went to California State College
at Long Beach where he studied Human Resources Management. He then
served in the Army from 1966 to 1968. Went to work for Atlantic
Richfield as an instrument technician in 1968, retired in 2008. Gary
moved to Eagar in 2007, although he spent many fun summers at Sprucedale
Guest ranch starting in 1983. Gary enjoys serving his community.
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meeting agendas.
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