Site Risk Report

7502 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Generated March 11, 202633.5023, -111.9202

24
Low Risk

Low Risk Site

Minor soil adjustments needed — budget 3-8% above standard for site prep.

C
43
Construction
Soil & Foundation
Moderate
O
15
Occupancy
Zoning & ADU
Low
P
20
Protection
Fire Services
Low
E
7
Exposure
Flood/Fire/Seismic
Low
ADU Eligible Site

Prefab Gap Coverage Available

This site scores 43/100 for soil risk and 7/100 for exposure. Protect your margin with installation gap coverage — covers the window between delivery and certificate of occupancy when standard builders risk doesn’t apply.

Detailed Analysis

O
Occupancy — Zoning & ADU

ADU Eligible

Scottsdale allows one ADU per single-family lot. Max 850 sq ft. Must meet all building codes. Design review may apply in environmentally sensitive areas.

Jurisdiction
Scottsdale
Max ADUs
1
Max ADU Size
850 sq ft
Legislation
HB 2720 (2024)
Owner Occupancy
Not Required

What This Means for Your Build

  • This site is ADU eligible — up to 1 unit, max 850 sq ft each
  • Budget $2,000-5,000 for permits and plan review in Scottsdale
  • Timeline: plan review typically 4-8 weeks in Scottsdale

Permit Checklist — Scottsdale

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Site plan with ADU locationRequired

Show setbacks, access, parking

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Building permit applicationRequired

Submit to Scottsdale Planning

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Construction documentsRequired

Full architectural plans required

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Design review (ESL areas)

Required in Environmentally Sensitive Lands

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Utility planRequired
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Grading and drainage planRequired

Scottsdale has strict drainage requirements

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Fire sprinkler planRequired

Required for ADUs in Scottsdale

Parcel Information

APN
173-39-011
Lot Size
0.14 acres (6,085 sq ft)
Zoning
0021
VACANT COMMERCIAL URBAN SUBDIVIDED
Jurisdiction
SCOTTSDALE
County
Maricopa

C
Construction — Soil Analysis

43/100

Laveen loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes. Moderate caliche — budget for potential excavation challenges.

Soil Type
Laveen
Caliche
Moderate
Shrink-Swell
Low
Excavation
Moderate
Foundation Risk
Moderate
Drainage
Well drained
Steel Corrosion
Moderate
Concrete Corrosion
Moderate
Depth to Bedrock
36 inches

Cost Impact: 3-8% above standard

What This Means for Your Build

  • Budget 8-15% extra for foundation reinforcement — thickened slab edges or pier supports
  • Corrosive soil — use epoxy-coated rebar and corrosion-resistant fasteners

E
Exposure — Flood Zone

Zone X

Minimal flood hazard area — outside the 500-year floodplain

Risk Level
Minimal
Insurance Required
No

Insurance Estimate: Not required — optional coverage ~$400-600/yr

What This Means for Your Build

  • Minimal flood risk — no additional flood-related budget needed
  • Standard drainage and grading practices are sufficient
  • Flood insurance is optional but recommended for any property

Exposure — Wildfire Risk

Very Low

No wildfire risk to structures at this location. The site is in a developed area where wildfire risk to buildings is negligible.

Risk Index
0.000

Defensible Space

Standard landscaping practices sufficient for this risk level.

Exposure — Seismic Hazard

Low

Low seismic risk (PGA 0.084g). Standard residential construction with basic seismic provisions per IRC/IBC. No significant cost impact expected.

Peak Ground Acceleration
0.084g
Seismic Design Category
B
Hazard Level
Low

What This Means for Your Build

  • Low seismic risk — standard construction practices are sufficient
  • No special seismic upgrades needed beyond code minimums

Protection — Fire Services

PC 4

Good fire protection (estimated PC 4). Fire station within 0.5 miles and hydrant nearby. This favorably affects property insurance rates.

Nearest Fire Station
0.5 miles
Station Name
Scottsdale Fire Department Station 2
Hydrant Nearby
Yes
Hydrant Distance
707 ft

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Disclaimer: This report uses publicly available data from government sources (Census, USDA, FEMA, USFS, USGS) and is intended as a preliminary site assessment tool. It does not replace a professional geotechnical investigation, Phase I environmental assessment, or formal survey. Risk scores are estimates based on available data. Consult licensed professionals before making construction or investment decisions. Data accuracy depends on source agency update schedules.