Your client Jamie wants to develop a subdivision within an AMA. Which of the following will she have to do?

In Arizona, when developing a subdivision within an Active Management Area (AMA), the law requires that developers demonstrate that there is a sufficient water supply to meet the needs of the subdivision for a period of 100 years. This requirement is rooted in the state’s commitment to sustainable water management, ensuring that developments do not compromise long-term water availability.

Proving the availability of water for a century involves various assessments, including hydrogeological studies and historical water use data, which lend credible insights into the water supply. The goal is to confirm that the water source, whether it be groundwater or surface water, can reliably supply the proposed development without depleting resources available to existing users.

The other options, while potentially relevant in different contexts, do not reflect the primary legal requirement for subdivision development within an AMA. For example, while installing water-saving technology and potentially applying for permits may be part of a comprehensive development plan, the critical legal hurdle that Jamie faces is the long-term assurance of water availability. Payment of fees may relate to other regulatory aspects, but the definitive step is the demonstration of sufficient water supply for 100 years.