Desert lots
NAOS and ESL lots
Some Scottsdale lots are zoned Environmentally Sensitive Lands, with Natural Area Open Space. That shapes where a pool can go.
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What the site plan shows
Scottsdale's pool site plans must show NAOS and native plants if any, the access route, and the staging area for materials.
Dedication
The city says if a property is zoned ESL and NAOS has not been dedicated, it may be necessary to dedicate NAOS before a permit is issued.
Easements
The pool, deck, and equipment cannot disturb a NAOS easement.
Sources
Public pages, linked so you can read the source yourself. Rules change, so confirm the current version with the agency before you rely on it.
Tell us about the yard
Say which part of Scottsdale you are in, how big the backyard is, and whether you have an HOA or a NAOS easement.