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Chris Johnson
From:Aura Cortes <auracortesmba@gmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, October 9, 2025 10:29 PM
To:Clerks Comment
Cc:Nick Napoli
Subject:Meridian LUXE (H-2025-0035) - Opposition to proposed rezoning
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Dear Planning and Zoning Members,
I am writing to respectfully oppose the rezoning of the lot at 2350 W McMillan Rd., directly behind my
house, to Community Business District (C-C). When my husband and I purchased our home, the lot in
question was zoned for Limited Office use, which was an important factor in our decision to move into
this area.
I am deeply concerned that such a change would significantly increase traffic in an area that already
has limited road capacity and infrastructure. McMillan road has only one lane in each direction and
during rush hours it is already extremely congested. Additional commercial traffic would make the
situation even more challenging and could impact safety and quality of life for nearby residents.
In addition, based on the proposed plan for the commercial center, there does not appear to be
sufficient parking for the 18 commercial units. This raises concerns that overflow parking will occur
along nearby residential streets, including directly in front of our homes, creating congestion and
reducing accessibility.
Another important issue is noise. Commercial activity, deliveries, and extended operating hours would
introduce a level of noise that is incompatible with this quiet residential neighborhood. This would affect
not only the comfort of nearby homeowners but also the overall character of the area.
If the City does approve the rezoning application, I respectfully request that a 10-foot-high wall be
required along the property line behind the houses to provide adequate noise reduction, privacy, and
separation between the commercial and residential areas. Additionally, operating hours should be
limited to between 8 am to 8pm.
I appreciate the City’s attention to community impacts and hope that the original zoning intent of
maintaining a low intensity office area can be preserved. Thank you very much for your time and
thoughtful consideration of this matter.
Sincerely,
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Aura M Cortes
2393 W Apgar Creek Dr.
Meridian, ID 83646
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