New programs will increase the ease and speed of development permitting (the program went through a Pilot and Testing phase in 2008 and is now active)About the ProgramsTREO's Shovel Ready and Fast Track Permitting Programs involve the certification of Shovel Ready sites for fast track permitting and development processes. The programs will make the Tucson region more competitive in attracting and expanding new high-skilled/high-wage jobs.
What are shovel ready sites?Certified Shovel Ready sites are parcels that are on the market for sale or lease, appropriately zoned, pre-qualified to meet local planning requirements, served by utilities, and with identified access to transportation linkages. The certification requirements are designed to assure the ability of a firm to proceed immediately to the building permit phase and be able to receive approval of plans within 90 days.Shovel Ready Application:To apply for Shovel Ready certification, contact:Lee Smith(520) 243-1909lee.smith@treoaz.org Click here to read the press release about the launch of the pilot Shovel Ready and Fast Track Permitting programs.Quick Links: