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Home My WebLink About08-13-2025 P & Z MINUTESP&Z Commission Minutes August 13, 2025 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Thursday, August 13, 2025 @ 6:00 pm City Hall, Council Chambers, 205 S. 6th Ave, Caldwell, Idaho Chair Zamora called the meeting to order at: 6:00pm. ROLL CALL Present: ☒ Zamora ☐ Harman ☒ Boutros ☒ Larson ☒ Vance ☐ Whitbeck Absent: ☐ Zamora ☒ Harman ☐ Boutros ☐ Larson ☐ Vance ☒ Whitbeck Quorum Present: ☐Yes ☐ No CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION (if any). Chair Zamora asked if there were any conflict-of-interest declarations. Commissioner Vance advised he had a conflict with the first item up for business regarding signage. He will recluse himself but will also speak for item SUP25-000013. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS. There were none. CONSENT CALENDAR: (ALL CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS ARE ACTION ITEMS) 1. Approve minutes for the Caldwell Planning and Zoning Commission for the July 9, 2025, hearing. MOTION BY: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora SECONDED BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MOTION CARRIED REVIEW OF PROCEEDINGS (OPENING STATEMENT) Chair Zamora opened the public hearing and outlined the public hearing procedures. Chair Zamora proceeded to public hearing items on the agenda. OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS ACTION ITEM: Public Hearing (Quasi-judicial) Case Number SUP25-000013: The applicant, Superior Signs, on behalf of Vallivue School District, is requesting approval of a special use permit to construct a 32 sq. ft. monument sign with a 16.82 sq. ft. electronic reader board at their new elementary school. The property is zoned R- 1, and is located on the west side of S. Montana St., approximately 1,300 feet north of Karcher Rd. Staff Presentation: Principal Planner, Joseph Dodson, 205 S. 6th Ave., Caldwell, Idaho, presented the staff report by use of a Power Point presentation. He noted: • Site Location • Applicant Request to increase size of sign with electronic reader board. • Zoning Analysis • Public Comments – none • Conditions – none Applicant Presentation: P&Z Commission Minutes August 13, 2025 Applicant, Aaron Vance, 1814 Ohara St. Caldwell, Idaho, presented the applicant’s request by use of a Power Point presentation: • Resembles Summitvue Middle School and Skyway Elementary sign • Sign has dimming control system. • Willing to discuss with school the sign shuts down at a designated time. • Sign is large to provide enough information in a timely manner. Commission Questions for Staff and Applicant: • Does this set a precedent? No • Sign training coming in October for City Council. • Life expectancy of signage - 10 years Motion to close public discussion: MOTION BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora SECONDED BY: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MOTION CARRIED Evidence List: Staff Report and presentation documents Applicant presentation documents Sign-up sheets Commission Discussion and Deliberation: • Looks straight forward and won’t bring in a flood of applicants for future signs • Likes dimming feature and isn’t on a main roadway. ORDER OF DECISION: Based upon the testimony and evidence in record in this matter, and upon the findings of fact and conclusions of law set forth herein, DO HEREBY DETERMINE AND MOVE THAT: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MADE A MOTION AS FOLLOWS: the request for SUP25-13 for Vallivue School District is • APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS PRESENTED; OR THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora ROLL CALL VOTE: Zamora ☒ Yes ☐ No Harman ☐ Yes ☐ No Boutros ☒ Yes ☐ No Larson ☒ Yes ☐ No Vance ☐ Yes ☐ No Whitbeck ☐ Yes ☐ No MOTION CARRIED ACTION ITEM: P&Z Commission Minutes August 13, 2025 Public Hearing (Legislative and Quasi-judicial) Case Number ANN25-000007, SPP25-000007: The applicant, SD Consulting, on behalf of Cantlon Holdings LLC and Boise Valley Holdings LLC, is requesting an annexation of four (4) parcels (R3512000000, R3512010000, R3512010100, R3512010200) with a proposed zoning of R-2, where the current City comprehensive plan future land use map place type is Neighborhood 2. Additionally, the applicant is requesting approval of a preliminary plat for Hunters Path Subdivision, a single-family residential subdivision with 125 buildable lots. The 23.86-acre development is located between the south side of Lincoln Rd. and the North side of Marble Front Rd., approximately 180 feet west of the intersection with Aviation Way Ln. Staff Presentation: Principal Planner, Joseph Dodson, 205 S. 6th Ave., Caldwell, Idaho, presented the staff report by use of a Power Point presentation. She noted: • Site Location • Approved developments • Surrounding conditions • Applicant Request - 25.7 acres, R-2, new prelim plat • Comprehensive Plan Analysis • Minimum gross density 4 units/acre • Zoning and Land Use Analysis • Compatibility is good • Development Project Analysis o No Specific Concerns from Staff o 2 phases o Exceed open space requirement o Amenities • Access and Public Services – none • Public Notification • Conditions or Concerns Applicant Presentation: Applicant, Sabrina Durtsche, 5179 S. Bovin Ave, Boise, Idaho 83716 presented the applicant’s request by use of a Power Point presentation: • Mixed materials • Requesting annexation, R-2 zoning, prelim plat, 125 sf residential with 26 common lots • Neighborhood 2 • Surrounding developments • Estimate start in Spring 2026 or Spring of 2027 • Open Space • Pathway leading to future park Commission Questions for Staff and Applicant: • Variety of lot sizes • Preplat and landscape need to be updated before City Council – can be included as a condition • Traffic and roads • Questions regarding details in Capital Improvement Plan • Right of Way • Access points Public Testimony: Daylyn Swanson, 608 Danby Ave., Caldwell, Idaho, signed up in opposition of the application but did not wish to speak. Applicant Rebuttal: Applicant, Sabrina Durtche presented the applicant’s rebuttal and stated she has worked very closely with the home owners and states she will continue to work closely with them regarding irrigation P&Z Commission Minutes August 13, 2025 Motion to close public discussion: MOTION BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora SECONDED BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☒ Vance ☐ Zamora MOTION CARRIED Evidence List: Staff Report and presentation documents Applicant presentation documents Sign-up sheets Commission Discussion and Deliberation: • Flow of traffic • R-2 zoning rationale is weak, thinks R-1 is better • Concerns about small lots • Thinks it’s incompatible • Density concerns • Thoughtfully planned development • 50-foot lots closer to southern parcels • No concerns from schools ORDER OF DECISION: Based upon the testimony and evidence in record in this matter, and upon the findings of fact and conclusions of law set forth herein, DO HEREBY DETERMINE AND MOVE AS FOLLOWS: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MADE A MOTION AS FOLLOWS: the request for annexation of 4 parcels with a zoning of R-2, Neighborhood residential and a preliminary plat SPP25-7 for the Hunter’s Path Subdivision is… • Recommended for approval, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AS AMENDED with the condition of the 55 foot lots being put on the south portion as presented. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☒ Vance ☐ Zamora ROLL CALL VOTE: Zamora ☒ Yes ☐ No Harman ☐ Yes ☐ No Boutros ☐ Yes ☒ No Larson ☒ Yes ☐ No Vance ☒ Yes ☐ No Whitbeck ☐ Yes ☐ No MOTION CARRIED ACTION ITEM: Site-B Urban Renewal Plan: Review Site-B Urban Renewal Plan for conformity with the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Caldwell and make recommendations to the City Council concerning the proposed plan. Applicant Presentation P&Z Commission Minutes August 13, 2025 Attorney, Mark Hilty, 1303 12th Ave. Rd. Nampa, Idaho, spoke on behalf of the Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency. He noted: • Comprehensive plan analysis of Site B Urban Renewal Plan • Lee Gienke acquired land on 5th and Chicago for 7 cottage homes • Work force housing not subsidized but at an affordable price point. • Can assist with Right of Way projects • Mr. Gienke would build projects and improve the value of the property • Taxes from that project are available to Urban Renewal Agency to reimburse him to pay for the costs of the right of way improvements. • Small project area generally speaking • City Council Decision with P&Z Commission to review and analyze • Attorney looks at comprehensive plan and does analysis to see if the plan meets the goals. • Goal objectives being met o Connected communities o Vibrant gathering spaces o Diversified housing options promoting inclusivity and affordability o Create distinct and exclusive neighborhoods o Concentrate development closer to the city’s core o Provides adequate public services and infrastructure to meet Caldwell’s needs Commission Questions for Staff and Applicant: • Reimbursement would extend for how may years? 8-13 years also depends on things like levy rates • Developer has to prove his cost which would be the maximum he would get • Land use entitlements do not apply to this request at this time. • Multiple proposed improvements don’t meet the goals of the comprehensive plan. • Doesn’t think this urban renewal district should exist • Review of administrative costs will be done Public Testimony: There were none. Motion to close public discussion: MOTION BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora SECONDED BY: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MOTION CARRIED Commission Discussion and Deliberation: • Concerns about administrative costs for the size of the lot. Motion to re-open public testimony: MOTION BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora SECONDED BY: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MOTION CARRIED Commission Questions for Staff and Applicant: Attorney Mark Hilty clarified • Attachment 6 shows $7 million total for all Urban Renewal Areas • Total for new area is $60,000 in bottom right. • Average sunset is set at 20 years o Projected to end at year 12 • Infrastructure improvement work in that area • Urban renewal funds are available for right of way improvements only Motion to close public discussion: P&Z Commission Minutes August 13, 2025 MOTION BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora SECONDED BY: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MOTION CARRIED Evidence List: Staff Report and presentation documents Applicant presentation documents Sign-up sheets Commission Discussion and Deliberation: • Boutros states he is still not comfortable with Urban Renewal District Bureaucracy for such a small parcel • Zamora said this is a mechanism to help improve the area. Nobody is going in to fix the area. The clarification helped with his decision. • Larson wants to know what the average cost for a normal plan for development. Principal Planner Dodson says it will vary but understands the numbers are based off of bids and similar projects. They may have over estimated in anticipation of work that may or may not be done. • Vance notes 80,000/lot to 2.3 million/lot seems like a lot. • Dodson clarifies this request is merely a recommendation regarding the Urban Renewal piece and that it meets the comp plan. • Tax revenue ORDER OF DECISION: Based upon the testimony and evidence in record in this matter, and upon the findings of fact and conclusions of law set forth herein, DO HEREBY DETERMINE AND MOVE AS FOLLOWS: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora MADE A MOTION AS FOLLOWS: the request for a recommendation on whether the Urban Renewal Plan is in conformity with the Comp Plan of the City of Caldwell is • Recommended for denial, because it is not in compliance with the comprehensive plan. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☒ Vance ☐ Zamora ROLL CALL VOTE: Zamora ☐ Yes ☒ No Harman ☐ Yes ☐ No Boutros ☒ Yes ☐ No Larson ☒ Yes ☐ No Vance ☒ Yes ☐ No Whitbeck ☐ Yes ☐ No MOTION CARRIED ADJOURNMENT MOTION BY: ☐ Boutros ☐ Harman ☒ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora SECONDED BY: ☒ Boutros ☐ Harman ☐ Larson ☐ Whitbeck ☐ Vance ☐ Zamora to adjourn the meeting. MOTION CARRIED