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Senior mobile home park overlay

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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.

Public comments (8)

OpposedLisa TokeAug 4, 2026

An attorney representing three park owners opposed the overlay as applied to Casa del Rio, calling it an attack on property rights and possible inverse condemnation, and noted her clients have no conversion plans.

City Council Meeting · 1:26:49 →
SupportiveEsther JensenAug 4, 2026

A La Maria park resident said seniors chose senior parks for peace and safety and strongly favored keeping them seniors-only.

City Council Meeting · 1:22:38 →
SupportiveWilliam HeintzAug 4, 2026

A Casa Grande resident noted the park's lease already promises senior-only status and cited the city's housing element in urging approval.

City Council Meeting · 1:24:06 →
SupportiveGary HallAug 4, 2026

Urged passage of the overlay ordinance, noting senior parks are quiet, safe, and among the last affordable housing options for seniors.

City Council Meeting · 1:16:07 →
SupportiveAnne MitchamAug 4, 2026

A Rancho Buena Vista resident described seniors' safety, health, and fixed-income concerns and asked the council to keep senior parks senior.

City Council Meeting · 1:18:27 →
SupportiveEileen ArmijoAug 4, 2026

Asked the council to treat the senior community with respect and compassion against for-profit conversion interests.

City Council Meeting · 1:21:30 →
SupportiveEsther JensenJul 7, 2026

30-year La Maria resident noted the Planning Commission passed the senior park protections 5-0 and asked the council to do the same; also raised rent increases.

City Council Meeting · 16:45 →
SupportiveEileen ArmijoJul 7, 2026

La Maria senior park resident urged the council to pass the senior overlay so parks stay senior-only and seniors keep their affordability and peace.

City Council Meeting · 14:58 →