HomeMy WebLinkAboutKrueger, Karen - Letter of Opposition_Springhouse Townes_01.27.25City Council of Caldwell
January 27, 2025
Attn: Morgan Bessaw & Caldwell City Clerk
My name is Karen Kruger, I live at 16890 Jerica Ct. I am addressing the proposed
update to the Caldwell Comprehensive Plan 2040 regarding the development at 16767
Midway, Caldwell, Idaho. This project by Triple Dot Development seeks to rezone
neighborhood 3 from Irrigated Pasture to R2 residential med-high density. This directly
impacts my neighborhood and raises concerns about infrastructure, compatibility where
we are zoned for R1 not R2.
Traffic and Infrastructure
The area is not equipped to handle the projected increase in vehicles. The proposed 77
two story townhomes development by Triple Dot Development would add at minimum
154 cars. (Plat map to be submitted before Feb. 3rd). This will change our low density R1
neighborhoods into an R2 med-high density if accepted. The streets are already
impacted by nearby developments:
• Jaxon Condominiums-on Caldwell Blvd, with (326 units) added 632 cars.
• Corey Barton Homes development-on Homedale and Midway has proposed 125
homes to add 250 more cars. CBH has plans for a roundabout on Homedale and Midway.
To support this rapid growth in our neighborhoods, it will be essential to widen roads,
construct roundabouts, and install additional 4 way stop signs at the cross roads of
Homedale, Midway and Moss Rd. Additionally, water and sewage infrastructure will need
to be expanded to serve this previously agricultural irrigated pasture.
Appearance and Neighborhood 3 Compatibility
The 28-foot-tall townhomes are incompatible with the single-story single family homes
R1 neighborhoods surrounding Neighborhood 3. Residents chose to live in this area for
its:
• Cohesive, visually appealing custom homes.
• Clean Landscaping and maintenance.
• Scenic views of the Owyhee Mountain Range (that is the way our homes on Jerica
are positioned).
• Peaceful environment favored by long-term, retired residents.
Proximity and Privacy the townhomes are planned just 15 feet from and my
neighbor’s property line. This will:
• Reduce privacy and natural light.
• Increase noise and activity with the proposed basketball court and 54’ tot lot.
• Diminish aesthetic views
• Drainage Run off Issues and raise
Proposed Changes
• Replace the 28’ townhomes along my property line with single-story family homes.
• Relocate the entrance road to buffer the townhomes from existing properties
• Increase fence height from six feet to eight feet for noise reduction and enhance
privacy.
The increase in noise and disruption is incompatible with the peaceful environment of
this predominantly retired community.
Conclusion
Growth is necessary, but high-density developments should be limited to areas like
Caldwell Boulevard. I urge the City Council to consider the impact of high-density
developments in areas that are better suited for single-story detached single family
homes. Townhomes, condominiums, and apartments would be more appropriate along
Caldwell Boulevard, preserving the charm and character of established neighborhoods in
Caldwell, my neighborhood.
Thank you for considering my concerns.
Regards
Karen Kruger