PDSD News

On November 9, 2021, Mayor and Council voted to reconsider certain provisions of this amendment to the Unified Development code, specifically the portion of the proposal relating to the maximum size of ADUs. 

On October 19, 2021, following a Public Hearing, Ordinance No. 11880 to allow accessory dwelling units passed with the following conditions: 

1)     5-year sunset date; 

*Update: Mayor and Council to reconsider Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance

Mayor and Council held a public hearing on October 19 to take public comments regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). Following this hearing and their deliberations, Mayor and Council adopted an amendment to the Unified Development code to allow ADUs, or casitas.

The code amendment adopted by Mayor & Council allows:

The City of Tucson will discontinue the option to use Advance Payment Accounts (APA) to facilitate the transition to a new multi-departmental permitting system and given other online payment options currently available, including credit card and ACH (electronic check). APA accounts will be phased out over the next few months with ample time for larger projects and developers who currently rely on these accounts to adjust and establish alternate means of payment. 

Key Dates: 

The U.S. Census Bureau - Denver Region and the City of Tucson Department of Planning and Development Services invite you to attend 

Accessing Census Data for Neighborhood Associations 

Wednesday, August 11 at 5:30 p.m.
presented by 
Partnership Specialist Maria Vianey Valdez-Cardenas
U.S. Census Bureau - Denver Region 

On June 22, 2021 Mayor and Council approved an amendment to the International Residential Code to require electric vehicle (EV) charging outlets in all new one- and two-family dwellings. 

All new homes within the City of Tucson will be required to provide a 40 amp circuit and a receptacle near a parking space. The language was prepared to be as universal as possible so virtually every EV on the market in the US can be plugged in to new houses, duplexes, and townhomes. 

For the past year, PDSD, along with other City departments, has held Board, Commission and Committee meetings and other public meetings virtually. These meetings have had strong attendance by members of the public and have made it easier for many people to attend. At the same time, participation in virtual meetings works best when attendees have access to a computer and the internet and we are aware that many in our community are not digitally connected. We want your thoughts on how to make our public meetings accessible!

What could these housing options mean for Tucson?

Join us at a virtual public meeting to learn about a proposed code change to allow backyard casitas (also known as Accessory Dwelling Units) in Tucson.

Attend to hear how this housing option can provide affordable housing, help seniors age in place, and promote sustainable infill development.