Community Model Homes

rv_05.pngWelcome to the Town of Oro Valley’s Community Model Homes Program homepage. This program extends the Town's efforts to expand housing opportunities, increase efficiency and cost-savings, and facilitate direct connection to local design professionals and builders for Oro Valley residents.

Residents participating in the program can expect to build their guest house or home quicker and at less cost. 

 

What are Community Model Homes?

Community Model Homes describe housing models pre-approved by the Town for construction in residential areas, including:

  • Accessory Dwelling Units
  • Single-Family Units
  • Two-Family (Duplex) Units
  • Three-Family (Triplex) Units

Community Model Homes are designed by local design professionals and builders, are published by the Town, and are available for use by any interested residents. Browse all available Community Model Homes in the Model Plan Library.

Model Plan Library

 

How does the program work?

This program utilizes two separate yet related processes, for designers and residents, to submit or build a Community Model Home. For more information and instructions, visit our FAQ and Program Handbook.

FAQ   Program Handbook

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For Designers

  

For Residents
   

1. Design Proposal

  • Designers submit their Design Proposals to the Town for review and entry into the program.
  • Town staff publish the approved Design Proposal to the Model Plan Library, adding a "Awaiting Building Plan Review" disclaimer.
 1. Purchasing Plans
  • Residents browse the Model Plan Library for a Community Model Home of their liking.
  • Residents purchase Building Plans directly from the designer, using the contact information provided on the model’s page.
   
 2. Building Plans
  • Designers submit Building Plans, based on their approved Design Proposal, to the Town for review.
  • Town staff update the approved Design Proposal in the Model Plan Library, removing the "Awaiting Building Plan Review" disclaimer.
 2. Site Placement
  • Residents submit their purchased plans to the Town with a site plan for review.
  • Fees are paid for site plan review and impact fees. Additional fees may apply.
   
 

3. Construction

  • With permits approved and fees paid, the Community Model Home is constructed on the resident's property.

 

Comments or Questions?

Please contact planning@orovalleyaz.gov for program-related information, or permitting@orovalleyaz.gov for any permit-related information.

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