Construction Services in
Scottsdale, Arizona
North Scottsdale estates, Arcadia renovations, Paradise Valley adjacents, luxury outdoor living — we know the Scottsdale market inside and out.
Building in Scottsdale Since Day One
Scottsdale is the most active luxury construction market in Arizona. From gated communities in DC Ranch and Silverleaf to infill rebuilds in Old Town and Arcadia, we have navigated every submarket, HOA design review board, and city permit counter in Scottsdale. Whether you are building a 5,000 sqft estate in North Scottsdale or renovating a mid-century home in the Saguaro district, we deliver the same standard of craft and process.
Scottsdale's Planning and Development Services Department is reachable at (480) 312-5750, and most permit applications now run through the city's eTrakit portal. Scottsdale's zoning system is one of the most granular in the Valley — 24 distinct zone classifications, including ten residential districts ranging from R1-7 (7,000 sq ft minimum lot) up to R1-190 (190,000 sq ft minimum lot). Old Town Scottsdale and the Civic Center Arts District carry specialized overlay zoning with additional design review requirements administered by the Development Review Board and Historic Preservation Commission.
If your lot falls under Scottsdale's Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance (ESLO) — common throughout North Scottsdale — construction cannot disturb desert washes, significant native vegetation like saguaro and ironwood, or hillside areas with slopes over 15% without formal mitigation. We factor ESLO review into site planning from the very first site visit so it never becomes a mid-project surprise.
ADU Ordinance: No. 4687, adopted Sept. 30, 2025 under HB 2928
ADU Setbacks: 5 ft rear/side max · No added parking required
2nd/3rd ADU Cap: 500 sq ft (stricter than most East Valley cities)
ESLO Review: Required for washes, hillside slopes 15%+, protected vegetation
Building a Casita in Scottsdale
Scottsdale's City Council adopted Ordinance 4687 on September 30, 2025 to comply with Arizona HB 2928, and the zoning code was formally amended in January 2026. The city now permits three distinct ADU types — Attached ADU, Detached ADU, and Restricted-Affordable Detached ADU — each with its own property development standards. Setbacks are capped at 5 feet on rear and side yards, and cities can no longer require additional off-street parking for an ADU.
Scottsdale's rules run stricter than many neighboring cities in one key respect: a second or third ADU on the same lot is capped at just 500 square feet, and separately metered electrical and gas connections are required — both add cost and complexity that a Chandler or Gilbert build wouldn't face. Owner-occupancy is only required if the main home or an ADU is being operated as a short-term rental. We walk every Scottsdale client through this distinction before design begins, since it directly affects both budget and long-term rental strategy.
Our Services in Scottsdale
Custom Home Construction
Ground-up custom builds in Scottsdale. Single point of contact from permit to keys.
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Kitchens, baths, whole-home remodels, and additions throughout Scottsdale.
Learn More →ADU / Casita Builds
Detached, attached, and restricted-affordable ADUs built to Scottsdale Ordinance 4687.
Learn More →Outdoor Living Spaces
Pool decks, patios, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens built for Scottsdale's climate and ESLO requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ADU size cap for a second or third unit in Scottsdale?
500 square feet, stricter than most East Valley cities, under Ordinance 4687 adopted September 30, 2025 under HB 2928.
What is ESLO and when does it apply in Scottsdale?
The Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance applies to lots with desert washes, significant native vegetation like saguaro and ironwood, or hillside slopes over 15%, common throughout North Scottsdale. Construction on these lots requires formal mitigation.
Where do I submit building permits in Scottsdale?
Through the city's eTrakit portal. Scottsdale's Planning and Development Services Department can be reached at (480) 312-5750.
Is owner occupancy required for a Scottsdale ADU?
Only if the main home or an ADU is being operated as a short term rental.
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