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403 Blaine Street • Caldwell, ID 83605 • Phone 208-649-1266 • Fax 208-455-3014
Date 03/31/2026
Caldwell City – Planning and Zoning
Re: Case Number: DEV26-000002 Solstice DA Modification
Dear, Planning & Zoning
The Caldwell City Fire Department District has reviewed and can approve the
application subject to compliance with all the following code requirements and
conditions of approval. Any deviation from this plan is subject to Fire Department
approval. Please note that unless stated otherwise, this memo represents the
requirements of the 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) as adopted by the Idaho
State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Caldwell Fire Department Details
Station 12 724 E Ustick Rd. Caldwell
National Standards for Travel Time (90% of time) for first
arriving unit:
4 minutes
Nearest Fire Station: Station 12
Closest fire station (in miles) to site: 1.7 Miles
Approximate response time to site: 5 minutes
Will this development have other significant impacts on
the ability to provide services?
No
Will this development necessitate additional fire resources
and/or equipment beyond current levels?
If yes, please explain under “Adverse Impact Comments,
Recommendations, and Fiscal Impact”.
• Ongoing population increases will directly affect service
levels until CFD can enhance and expand its operational
capabilities.
No
403 Blaine Street • Caldwell, ID 83605 • Phone 208-649-1266 • Fax 208-455-3014
Distance
from Station
Service
Expectation Staffing & Apparatus
Typical Response Time
Goal
0–1 mile Immediate—high-
priority
First-due company
(engine) ≤4min travel, ≤5min total
1–2 miles Very rapid—high-
priority
First-due company,
backup ≤4min travel, ≤5min total
2–3 miles Rapid—standard
coverage First-due w/ backup ≤6min travel, ≤9min total
(full alarm)
3–4 miles Slower—moderate Closest available,
limited 6–8min travel
4–5 miles Extended Closest company,
delayed >8min travel, variable
Properties located 3–4 miles from a fire station are at the limit of effective
coverage and may experience service delays.
Developments beyond 5 miles are generally not recognized by ISO as having fire
protection, and response to these areas will be significantly delayed.
Conditions:
General Requirement:
Fire Department required fire hydrants, access, and street identification shall be installed
prior to construction or storage of combustible materials on site. Provisions may be made
for temporary access and identification measures. Any new development will need FD
approval prior to construction.
Specific building construction requirements of the International Building Code,
International Fire Code and City of Caldwell Code will apply. However, these provisions
are best addressed by a licensed Architect at time of building permit application.
Regards,
Joseph Bongiorno
Fire Prevention Office
Caldwell Rural Fire Protection District
jbongiorno@cityofcaldwell.org
403 Blaine Street • Caldwell, ID 83605 • Phone 208-649-1266 • Fax 208-455-3014