Scottsdale OKs horse ranch near Stonegate despite complaints

City Council approved a new private equestrian facility next door to the city’s existing Stonegate Equestrian Park in east Scottsdale. Pablo Robles/Progress Staff Photographer

By Wayne Schutsky | Scottsdale Progress

Scottsdale City Council approved a new private ranch and equestrian training center, angering some residents of the nearby Stonegate community who voiced concern about the impact of the influx of horses.

Proponents of the project argued the east Scottsdale neighborhood – with its large rural land lots and deep equestrian roots – is perfect for a new ranch that will complement existing facilities in the area.

Council approved the conditional use permit for the Celebrity Equine Center 7-0.

“We have a priority to protect our equestrian lifestyle and the zoning on this land predates Stonegate, but we also have a general plan requirement that we protect quality of life,” Councilwoman Solange Whitehead said.

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