Sedona AZ (August 4, 2015) – The City of Sedona is currently seeking to fill three positions on the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Planning and Zoning Commission is one of three City Commissions and Boards required by the State of Arizona. This voluntary body is made up of seven citizens appointed by City Council.
The term of service for these vacancies begins November 1, 2015 and ends October 31, 2018. Interested applicants must be current residents residing in the Sedona city limits. The deadline to submit applications to be considered to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission is Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Interested applicants should have interest or experience or knowledge in land use or related fields, including but not limited to architecture, construction, landscaping, and planning. If you are interested in serving on the Sedona Planning and Zoning Commission, applications are available from the City Clerk’s office at Sedona City Hall located at 102 Roadrunner Drive, or by calling 928-282-3113. Please return completed applications to the City Clerk’s Office, 102 Roadrunner Drive, Sedona, AZ 86336.
The Commission plays a critical role in the City’s planning process as it serves as the Council’s advisor on land use, growth and development issues. The Commission’s duties include making recommendations to the City Council on Community Plan annual and ten (10) year updates, Land Development Code amendments, property zone changes and subdivision applications. In addition, the Commission makes the final decision on conditional use permits and development review applications.
Citizens can learn more about the Planning and Zoning Commission’s particular responsibilities by contacting Audree Juhlin, Community Development Director, Sedona Community Development Department at 928-204-7107 or email ajuhlin@SedonaAZ.gov.