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Chandler GP RAC Plan Audit

Share your thoughts on the 2016 General Plan!

While this is just an update to the plan, auditing the 2016 Chandler General Plan helps the planners and city staff ensure that the 2026 Chandler General Plan Update considers as many ideas as possible. Please take this opportunity to review the 2016 plan and weigh in on possible improvements or changes.

Focus on Goals & Policies in each chapter but of course, any comments you make will be considered and appreciated.

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Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 10:08PM on page 48

Suggested Revision

Currently South price has turned out to be a jungle of large datacenter buildings than a campus like environment. We need business and offices which are not just datacenter but bring people to work and support the surrounding businesses.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 10:02PM on page 45

Suggested Revision

South Price Road area could have been better. With mixed use cases rather than just building huge datacenters. Datacenters are pretty close to residential living and schools and are not good for public health. There has been complains of loud noises at night time and significant impact to public well being. There should be more high rise mixed used building supporting housing and employment. Data centers don't support much employment rather they are energy and space guzzler.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:56PM on page 44

Suggested Revision

Chandler Airpark area has really shrunk significantly and many building are coming up, This will definitely end up closing the Airpark if not fixed. Regional Airport and it's surrounding are must be protected.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:42PM on page 40

Comment

Downtown area should have more multi-story housing , mixed used building etc.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:39PM on page 39

Comment

This is great but Chandler must preserve the "Chandler" look and feel.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:38PM on page 39

Comment

Would adopting to more color patterns conflict with the charm of chandler? The Desert Dusty Farming look? Chandler is not LA .

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:36PM on page 38

Comment

How do we make sure that private investment is not for profit and for support of attainable housing. Seems to be is not possible.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:34PM on page 38

Comment

Local transport system is highly needed, please.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:32PM on page 38

Comment

All offices and commercials should be multi story so that there's land available for residential. Currently there are many commercial and office building in west chandler are single story and ranch style , rather they should be multi story

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:29PM on page 37

Comment

City should also adopt to heat resistance and energy efficient architecture

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:28PM on page 37

Comment

We need an advanced Center For Arts, for an expanded use so that Arts and Cultural activities thrive . Current Center for Arts is inadequate to support growing needs and it must be enhanced .

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:09PM on page 35

Comment

We used to have diaries and farms and all dis-appeared. This area is more dangerous for drivers due to heavy traffic.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 9:08PM on page 35

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I live close by and I believe what was planned what was executed is not the same. This area is getting denser day by day.Question would be - How do you really make sure it's really preserved as per the plan and approvals.

Jyoti Pathak Aug 19 2025 at 8:41PM on page 27

Comment

We must maintain and must preserve the historic elements of chandler, what made Chandler unique .

Allison Garrard Aug 19 2025 at 8:17PM on page 47

Question

It is no secret that the airport runway is in need of an expansion and has been an ongoing conversation for years. With this expansion, Chandler can attract larger business jets resulting in employment and economic growth opportunities across the city, and airpark revenue. With the many positives this can bring to Chandler, how can we continue to move forward on this?
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Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 7:19PM on page 18

Comment

I think Chandler did a good job with the 2016 General Plan. It only needs to be enhanced. There is no need to overhaul this document.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 7:15PM on page 108

Comment

All schools to communicate the resources of the library system in order to push and build awareness of what they offer. The library can also showcase inspirational messages and special guest appearances.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 7:12PM on page 94

Comment

Educate the community on water conservation in simple terms, catchy slogans, and to engage the community to understand what conservation is when they may not otherwise realize it's benefits.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 7:09PM on page 77

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I think Chandler has great parks. I know some are for residents only. But more green space is great!

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 7:07PM on page 75

Comment

Collaboration between the schools and Chandler/Gilbert to provide development classes, speaker series, and special weekend events to utilities spaces. Maybe to extend celebratory and educational events to even help non-profit organizations.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 7:04PM on page 75

Comment

There was an opportunity to do more with Arizona Ave in between Germann and Queen Creek but there are warehouses there now. That might be an area that can be more mixed use.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 6:59PM on page 50

Comment

There are some areas in North Chandler that need revitalization, specifically areas like Alma School and Warner.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 6:50PM on page 45

Comment

Of course with Price Corridor, we can continue to grant businesses additional tax breaks and opportunities to move their businesses here.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 6:40PM on page 45

Question

South Price Road Employment Corridor is great for new businesses but it would have been nice to build in some mixed use homes in the area. Is that something we could consider?

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 6:38PM on page 40

Question

Is there a plan to buy our more homes in the downtown area to renovate the older-run down homes and expand more of the modern type mixed use housing developments (ie. class communities and apartment home living types)?

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 6:32PM on page 38

Comment

I believe Chandler does a good job with providing a variety of housing choices. This must continue.

Lisa Grayer Aug 19 2025 at 6:30PM on page 38

Comment

Since we are pretty much land-locked, we should build higher. I know this is a pain point for some residents, but I feel it must happen and can in the right area.

Allison Garrard Aug 19 2025 at 6:19PM on page 38

Comment

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In what general areas? What percentage of the population will use this? Overall safety seems concerning with traffic density on major arterial roads which is where transit stops are found. Pushing for higher residential density and advocating for more foot and bike traffic is potentially fiscally irresponsible especially in the hot and arid climate of Arizona where heat related fatalities occur every year. Adding basic bike lanes will not take vehicles off the road nor make riding a bike in heavily trafficked areas any safer.

Allison Garrard Aug 19 2025 at 5:30PM on page 38

Comment

Affordable housing uses LIHTC funding, which does not provide a permanent solution to affordable housing as homes can become market rate in 15 to 30 years. Solutions for affordable housing need to be long term and not rushed.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 3:04PM on page 46

Downtown redevelopment provides the best opportunities of unique affordable housing options which are unique and can often be cimbinescwith other uses. Rental amdvownership opportunities can bothbexist. Such development is unique in promoting non-use of vehicles to attend activities and dining. It is a lifestyle of choice for many, including retirees, if housing is offered. Chandler needs to continue promoting the acquisition of land when legally able to do so to provide such opportunities of redevelopment in downtown and along the southern Arizona Avenue corridor.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 2:55PM on page 60

An updated study of transit alternatives including light rail should be an item of further study, including a updated review of the feasibility of light rail. There, I actually said it. As a former member of the Vakey Metro Light Rail Governing Board, I am very aware as to the effects of construction to business, but light rail when completed promotes significant residential growth often with additional neighborhood retail in areas of need and with affordable pricing.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 12:54PM on page 112

Our financial policies have been unique and inclusive in order to assure that growth pays for itself and that the necessary infrastructure, including streets and parks, were constructed sooner than later. Our impacts fees were necessary especially during our significant growth years. Perhaps with lesser construction, incentives may be available to encourage higher density ownership housing and unique mixed use development.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 12:45PM on page 108

The need to partner with and especially to develop policies to provide more public use of school facilities should be an emphasized policy. This is critical for our youth that need the use of indoor gym use especially during the summer months. Tumbleweed has only 2 gyms and teenagers are turned away. Liability issues have existed in the past, but our schools and the city have successfully partnered in the past.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 12:27PM on page 107

The description of our schools and educational opportunities should be updated to list the ASU Chandler Innovation Center located in downtown Chandler. Additionally, the final reference to faith-based schools should also include the additional listing of an accredited private college and seminary now located in Chandler.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 12:08PM on page 100

Exceptional Public Service and Facilities Policies have also defined Chandler. We must continue to set the example regarding the design and maintenance of our publish buildings. Our design and landscape design standards apply to all. An example of such design is found in many of our public facilities, especially with our City Hall which has received significant acclaim from Our citizens.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 12:01PM on page 100

The use of reclaimed water has benefited Chandler greatly in the development of enhanced public landscaping, our parks and lakes, golf courses and the recharging of our groundwater storage capacity. Our partnership with Intel has provided such abundant supply. Such practices should continue allowing a compliment to our desert environment.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 11:50AM on page 89

A primary energy issue has been the location of regional high energy lines thru Chandler, with the last issue resolved by Council and the Arizona Corporation Commission. As a result, all future 60kv lines should be buried especially along developed residential and school areas. Also, Chandler should consider the power needs of any future development to assess if the extension of power lines are necessary. The change in policy discouraging further Data Centers requiring such significant power resources should help minimize this issue.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 11:04AM on page 78

The development of bike paths providing access to our neighborhood and regional parks should be a priority. Additional connections to our canal pedestrian and bike paths must remain a priority. Dedicated off-street bike paths have been bonded especially allowing access to the downtown amenities. How about a bike and walking paths developed along the old Price Road from the 101 to Ocotillo?

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 10:56AM on page 75

Maintaining and continuing our policies in building a World-Class Economy must be maintained. Chandler made the attraction of well-paying industry and companies it’s identity. Such companies have allowed Chandler to have a sufficient tax base to become a premier community with industry that gives significantly back t our community. All other development of our City must have these economic goals as paramount, including the need for additional affordable housing.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 10:19AM on page 46

Under the section of Growth and Policies, an opportunity exists to introduce unique and inventive mixed use projects combining residential, commercial and employment elements. There is no question that we need to preserve our employment and commercial corridors, including the Price Road for key employment and the Chandler Fashion Mall for major shopping, but there could be transitional mixed use opportunities that may be compatible. For example, the large parcel on south Price along Queen Creek between Dobson an Price could be developed similarly to ASU Sky Song including employment, supportable retail, hotel and public space,as well as a residential element for employees. Such a development could tie in with the existing uses in downtown Ocotillo, south thereof.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 10:04AM on page 39

Chandler has established and maintained significant design standards including more diverse building facade, color options, landscape requirements for commercial and office projects that have defined the character of the City and provide for sustainable development. These standards have been extended to public streets and projects and must continue with all future projects including areas involving affordable housing, especially mixed use developments.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 9:34AM on page 28

Question

Chandler is significantly built. Affordable housing may be best achieved on a regional basis. Neighboring communities with less buildout and more available land may be a more viable solution.

Nonetheless, Chandler can contribute to housing options including affordable housing by looking at creative solutions and opportunities in the redevelopment of existing areas of our city including northern Arizona Avenue, downtown Chandler, where larger such parcels exist.

Boyd Dunn Aug 19 2025 at 9:11AM on page 27

We have over the years determined the density and character of Chandler through, for example, various area plans which define residential, commercial and employment development, that need to be maintained. Chandler is approaching build-out which will allow under these current policies, the construction of some 13,000 dwellings.

Lori Collins Aug 18 2025 at 10:28PM on page 112

Comment

These policies have served Chandler well during times of high growth and private investment. System impact fees are a reliable tool for funding infrastructure in highly desirable areas, but if the City wants to encourage redevelopment of challenged areas, it may need to update that approach.

Lori Collins Aug 18 2025 at 10:23PM on page 94

add- particularly in redevelopment areas

Lori Collins Aug 18 2025 at 10:21PM on page 78

Suggested Revision

Encourage/Incentivize development that provides access to stores that offer a variety of healthy and affordable food in low income-low access areas ("food deserts") in North Chandler and near the DT core.

Lori Collins Aug 18 2025 at 10:13PM on page 75

Comment

Provide / facilitate connection points between business and k-12 education to highlight opportunities for students and for education to learn what skills businesses need from future workers.

Lori Collins Aug 18 2025 at 10:06PM on page 65

Suggested Revision

add: Chandler Municipal Airport plays an important role in the regional and national airspace system.

Lori Collins Aug 18 2025 at 9:52PM on page 47

Suggested Revision

Add - Invest in airfield infrastructure to support the type of growth Chandler envisions at its airport.

Lori Collins Aug 18 2025 at 9:47PM on page 44

Suggested Revision

The Chandler Airpark Area as an employment corridor, with land uses compatible to a busy airport, has shrunk significantly with the construction of several residential developments. It is misrepresented as "nine square miles"

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