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849 E. State Street, Ste. #104 Eagle, Idaho 83616
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April 4, 2019
Jarom Wagoner
Senior Planner
Caldwell City Planning and Zoning
621 Cleveland Blvd.
Caldwell, ID 83605
Phone: (208) 455-4662
jwagoner@cityofcaldwell.org
RE: Covington Square Subdivision: Greencastle Building, LLC, O West Linden St, Caldwell,
ID 83605 14.88-acre Residential Lot – Annexation and Preliminary Plat Submittal Narrative
Jarom:
We have appreciated meeting with you and staff regarding 0 W. Linden St, Caldwell, Idaho
83605, North/West of W. Linden Street and Farmway Road between Dorman Ave and Farmway
Rd. Your input and entitlement direction were much appreciated, and we look forward to
working with you and Caldwell City Planning and Zoning throughout this parcel’s annexation
and preliminary plat application process. Greencastle Building, LLC, owner, and their consultant
team are applicants for this residential estate lot project.
The owners and consultants have met all requirements for the applications of approx. 14.88 acres
on Parcel #R2798301000 in Caldwell, Idaho 83605. They are desirous to annex into the City of
Caldwell, receive a designated zoning, and complete a 29 residential and 5 common-lot
preliminary plat through City application process. The desired development will consist of 29
buildable lots (with an average minimum lot size of 0.37ac accessing from Dorman Ave and 5
common lots consisting of approx. 1.37ac throughout the subdivision) all exceeding the 9,500 sq.
ft. minimum size as required by the City of Caldwell under the R-1 zoning.
Residential growth is spreading rapidly throughout this region with ¼ acre lots directly East in
Quail Meadow subdivision and 1+ acre lots to the West in Wood’s Acreage subdivision. No
flood zone or hillside slopes of concern exist on the property. COMPASS shows the area as a
growth area and within their population demand projection. Recent applications have been made
and development is occurring within the City of Caldwell for single family uses as Caldwell
experiences growth. The annexation and preliminary plat application is harmonious with existing
and surrounding uses and the City’s comprehensive plan for low density residential off Dorman
Avenue. The County, City and neighbors see imminent growth and a continued demand for lots
in this area of this larger size. Concerns expressed at the neighborhood meeting held September
849 E. State Street, Ste. #104 Eagle, Idaho 83616
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18th, 2018 were no additional entrances along Farmway Rd & Linden St, remove commercial
component (storage) shown on concept plan and make sure capacity exists in gravity irrigation
and the existing irrigation pump station boarding Dorman Ave next to Quail Meadow
Subdivision. In response, we removed the storage component and made sure no additional access
points were taken from Farmway or Linden. We also met with Steve Potts (Caldwell) and Mark
Zirschy (PID) to ensure capacity of existing facilities with the addition of upgrades. They agreed
that gravity and pressurized irrigation (incl. pump station) can accommodate the additional
acreage/lots. No adverse impacts are anticipated to the surrounding neighbors or neighborhoods.
Entitlement needs with Caldwell City Development Services at this time include annexation with
designated zoning and 29 residential and 5 preliminary plat approval to which this narrative
serves.
Like surrounding facilities, there will be connection to City public sewer and water services. Dry
utilities exist providing power, gas and communication capabilities.
Agency requirements will be fully met and designed for your review and comment. Greencastle
Building, LLC, as well as, their development team will use best engineering, architectural, and
construction practices in creating a subdivision that enhances this parcel. Thank you again for
your attention to this matter and review of our submitted application.
Kind Regards,
____________________________
Jaylen Walker, PM
AllTerra Consulting LLC