Cave Creek condo development to cover 10.9 acres
by Brian DiTullio

CAVE CREEK – A new residential development is coming to Cave Creek after receiving necessary approvals July 19 from the town’s planning commission.

The Estates at Shimaa‑Ni is a 72‑unit condominium development to be built in two phases on a total of 10.9 acres west of Viola Lane, south of East Cave Creek Road. Each unit is planned to be two stories in height.

The project lies in three zoning areas: commercial core, multi‑family residential and single‑family residential. Town staff report the development, as proposed, is in compliance with Cave Creek’s General Plan and zoning ordinances.

Phase I is proposed as 18 buildings totaling 56 units, with Phase II comprising five buildings totaling 15 units within the commercial core and one unit with pool amenities in the single‑family residential zone. Densities are well under the allowed maximum, according to the staff report.       

The development will be connected to the Cave Creek Water Company system, as it lies within the provider’s service area, states a letter to the developer from Utilities Manager Jessica Marlow.

Per current standards, all utility lines are to be buried. While streets for the development are expected to be private, no gates are planned, according to the staff report.

Access to The Estates at Shimaa‑Ni will come from Cave Creek Road and from North Viola Lane. A third access, serving six dwelling units, also will be off Viola Lane. A monument entry sign is proposed at the entrance from Cave Creek Road.

The project is scheduled to be presented to town council on Aug. 20.