On April 19, 2022, the City of Tucson Mayor and Council held a public hearing to review the Commercial Parking Code Amendments relating to Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness and Individual Parking Plan Eligibility.

The public hearing was continued to allow for additional public engagement and ensure all interested parties have had the opportunity to provide input on this proposal.

On May 23, 2022 at 6 p.m., PDSD will host a virtual public meeting to receive feedback on proposed changes to commercial parking regulations in Tucson. 

This meeting will be a chance to discuss the two components of the proposed text amendment - EV charging requirements and expanded eligibility for the Individual Parking Plan - and share your feedback. More information about the proposal can be found on the project webpage. 

Monday, May 23, 6 p.m.
Register Via Zoom

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 

Continued public hearing on Underground Transmission Line Relief Special Exception

On April 6, 2022, the City of Tucson Planning Commission held a public hearing to review the proposed Underground Transmission Line Relief Special Exception UDC Text Amendment.

That public hearing was continued due to a lack of quorum, and will be heard on May 11, 2022 at 6 p.m.

At the continued public hearing item on May 11, the Commission will pick up where they lost the quorum with any additional speakers. If you would like to speak or submit any comments related to this case, please do so by sending an email with your comments or request to speak to [email protected] no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.

For more information, please visit the Planning Commission webpage.

What comes next for social equity marijuana licenses in Tucson

During the March 22, 2022 Mayor and Council meeting, Mayor Romero asked for a motion to direct staff to move forward with the process of amending the Unified Development Code (UDC).

The motion directs the City Manager and staff to initiate the process for amending the UDC to establish a Special Exception process that would allow adult use marijuana establishments to be located within the City under specified conditions.

Planning and Development Services staff will engage with stakeholders on potential options for a Special Exception for marijuana establishments.

This amendment process is a continuation of the action taken by Mayor and Council on April 6, 2021.

The amendment must be reviewed by the Planning Commission at a public hearing and be reviewed and voted upon by Mayor and Council at a subsequent public hearing.

Visit the Social Equity and Marijuana License page for more information.

Water the Future

Our friends at Tucson Water are developing a long-range plan for managing water resources and infrastructure over the next eight decades. Tucson Water has been analyzing existing conditions and establishing a roadmap.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Tucson Water's planning process and they need your help to shape Tucson's water future.

Sign up for the Tucson Water mailing list and they will share information on upcoming town hall meetings, outreach events, and engagement surveys.

Find out more by heading to the Tucson One Water page.