COGS MISSION
Consistent land use planning
and protecting our unique quality of life.
Scottsdale citizens deserve respect from city planners and developers.
Growth and change can benefit our city, but only with decisions that respect the current quality of life for residents, businesses, and neighborhoods.
- Citizens expect:
- Preservation of a predictable quality of life
- Protection from inappropriate or incompatible changes to land use and design standards
- Proposed developments should:
- Be fully transparent
- Be constructively announced to the widest affected community
- Provide opportunities for public input to enhance the project
COGS, a 501 (c)(4) non-profit, is a “YES” group for appropriate and proposed quality projects throughout our city. We encourage zoning attorneys and project representatives to conference with us at their Pre-Application stage; they will find COGS is a valuable resource in outreach to community leaders.
Old Town Parking Garage Expansion Preliminary Designs
City Council approved expanding the Old Town parking garage. The Farmer’s Market will open October 4, 2025 in the current location and move to a new location in fall 2026.
On Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 a public meeting was held at the Civic Center Library Auditorium. At this meeting two floor plans were presented; floorplan A which had a single level setback with a total of 394 spaces and floorplan B which has a double level setback on the east side of the parking structure along Brown Ave with a total of 371 spaces. Additionally, two exterior design options were presented Western and Adobe. Follow the link below to see the preliminary designs.
The COGS Research Desk
The COGS Research Desk helps Scottsdale residents make sense of development proposals, zoning changes, and city processes. Whether you’re concerned about your neighborhood or just curious about how things work, our volunteer team will help you get the facts.
SESSION 2: Budget 2026-2027 Begins
The BRC is undergoing changes in membership and scope with its first meeting centering on planning and aligning with the City Treasurer’s 2026-2027 budget schedule, while proposed ordinance amendments will further define the committee’s responsibilities. The commission will be limited to specific budget categories and budget projections and not cover any operations, policies, or department processes.
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