C-2 · Orange Co., FL Code updated Jun 2025 GC · Maricopa, AZ Corridor expansion approved HC · Harris Co., TX Drive-thru stacking updated CB · Mecklenburg, NC FAR bonus program extended B-3 · Cook Co., IL CUP process streamlined BU-2 · Miami-Dade, FL Height limits amended C-2 · Fulton Co., GA Drive-thru by-right confirmed CS · Travis Co., TX New transit overlay effective CB · King Co., WA SEPA threshold raised M-1 · Duval Co., FL FAR increased to 0.50 MUDD · Charlotte, NC South End overlay expanded CG · Hillsborough, FL New drive-thru stacking rules C-2 · Orange Co., FL Code updated Jun 2025 GC · Maricopa, AZ Corridor expansion approved HC · Harris Co., TX Drive-thru stacking updated CB · Mecklenburg, NC FAR bonus program extended B-3 · Cook Co., IL CUP process streamlined BU-2 · Miami-Dade, FL Height limits amended C-2 · Fulton Co., GA Drive-thru by-right confirmed CS · Travis Co., TX New transit overlay effective CB · King Co., WA SEPA threshold raised M-1 · Duval Co., FL FAR increased to 0.50 MUDD · Charlotte, NC South End overlay expanded CG · Hillsborough, FL New drive-thru stacking rules
Active Zone · Maricopa County Primary · Maricopa County, AZ  Verified

LI Light Industrial
Maricopa County Primary, Arizona

Manufacturing, distribution, flex warehouse. Strong demand along Loop 303, I-10, and SR-143 (the Superstition Freeway). Sun Belt logistics boom driver.

Maricopa County, Arizona
Maricopa County Primary · county
Maricopa Zoning Ord. §701
Updated: 2025-05-05 8.4K Parcels

Jurisdiction Context

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This zone is currently grouped under Maricopa County Primary inside Maricopa County. In counties with city-level zoning authorities, standards can vary across jurisdictions even when zone labels look similar.

Max Height
50
Feet · ~5 stories
Max FAR
0.35
Floor Area Ratio
Min. Lot Size
20K
sq ft · 0.46 ac
100 ft frontage
Max Lot Coverage
60%
of gross lot area
Impervious surface cap

Comparative Market Context

Density Context

The 0.35 FAR for LI is broadly in line with the Maricopa County commercial average of 0.35, reflecting a balanced approach to site intensity across the county's commercial framework.

Lot Coverage vs. Average

This zone allows 13% more lot coverage than the Maricopa County commercial zone average (53%), reflecting a meaningful advantage for parking-intensive uses like QSR, gas stations, and drive-thru retail.

County Portfolio Position

There are 6 total zoning designations in Maricopa County, of which 2 are commercial. LI is among the most flexible for commercial uses. This zone accounts for approximately 22.5% of all commercially zoned parcels in the county.

Land Value Context

At Maricopa County's average land value of $24.2/sf and a FAR of 0.35, the implied land cost per buildable square foot in LI p5_zones is approximately $69.14/sf — a competitive entry point relative to regional commercial land benchmarks.

Development Standards

RequirementStandardNotes / ConditionsCode Ref.
Front Setback
From ROW
30 ft §701
Rear Setback
Interior lot
20 ft §701
Side Setback
Interior / Corner
5 / 30 ft Zero interior common; corner varies §701
Building Height
Max by-right
50 ft §701
Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
0.35 §701
Impervious Surface
Max lot coverage
60% Stormwater retention required for remainder §701
Min. Lot Size
20,000 sf 100 ft min. frontage §701
Parking: Retail
Per 1,000 sf GLA
0.5 spaces Shared parking may reduce; ADA per IBC §701

Permitted Uses

The LI zone's permitted use schedule for Maricopa County, AZ is currently being verified from source documents.

By-Right — no special permit needed Conditional (CUP / BZA required) Prohibited in this zone

No byright uses recorded for this zone yet.

No conditional uses recorded for this zone yet.

No prohibited uses recorded for this zone yet.

Zoning Map — LI in Maricopa County

ℹ️ LI Corridors in Maricopa County

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National Benchmarks

LI in Maricopa County compared to equivalent commercial zones nationally (n = 2,841 zones across 50 states).

Max FAR
Maricopa County: 0.35 Nat. avg: 0.45
0.101.0+
Max Building Height (ft)
Maricopa County: 50 Nat. avg: 48
25 ft100+ ft
By-Right Uses (count)
Maricopa County: 0 Nat. avg: 19
535+
Avg. Permit Timeline (days)
Maricopa County: 90 Nat. avg: 110
30d180+ d

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Est. Stories
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Bonus FAR GFA
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Est. Parking Req.
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Entitlement Process — Maricopa County

01
Pre-Application Meeting (PAM)
Free consultation with Maricopa County Development Review Division. Bring a conceptual site plan. Typically 2–4 week wait. Identify overlay districts, activity center requirements, and environmental constraints early.
2–4 weeks
02
DRC / Site Plan Submission
Submit to Development Review Committee. Requires engineered site plan, landscape plan, stormwater analysis (per local SJRWMD/TCEQ/CDOT requirements), and traffic study if >100 PM peak-hour trips.
30–90 days
03
Building Permit
Submit to Maricopa County Building Division. Fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical sub-permits included. Expedited commercial review available in most Florida, Texas, and Arizona p5_counties.
4–12 weeks
04
Certificate of Occupancy
Final inspections: Building, Fire Marshal, Health (food service), Zoning. Business Tax Receipt or Business License required from local authority prior to opening.
Final Step

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LI zoning in Maricopa County, AZ?
Manufacturing, distribution, flex warehouse. Strong demand along Loop 303, I-10, and SR-143 (the Superstition Freeway). Sun Belt logistics boom driver.
What is the maximum building height for LI in Maricopa County?
The maximum building height in LI zoning in Maricopa County is 50 feet by right.
Can you build a drive-thru in LI zoning in Maricopa County?
Drive-thru permissibility depends on the specific use type. Verify with Maricopa County Planning & Zoning.
What is the minimum lot size for LI zoning in Maricopa County?
The minimum lot size for LI zoning in Maricopa County is 20,000 square feet (0.46 acres). Minimum street frontage is 100 feet.
⚠ This information is sourced from publicly available zoning codes and is for informational reference only. Always verify current regulations directly with Maricopa County Primary Planning & Zoning before making investment or development decisions. Last verified: 2025-05-05. Contact: 602-506-3301.