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Project Narrative
Project Address: 1725 W. Pine Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Parcel Number: S 1211417479
Applicant: William Veloso I Property Owner
Date: 10/29/2025
Purpose of Request
The applicant is proposing a modification to the existing Development Agreement on file for the
property located at 1725 W. Pine Avenue. The modification will refine the cross-access
provisions to establish a more purposeful and coordinated cross-access plan that aligns with
future neighboring site uses and anticipated redevelopment patterns along W. Pine Avenue.
Existing Agreement Provision to be Modified
The existing Development Agreement includes the following provision under"Conditions
Covering Development of Subject Property" (Section 5.1.3):
Access to W. Pine is restricted to one (1) access driveway. Cross-access shall be provided to the
property to the west(parcel#S 1211417515) and the property to the east(parcel#S 1211417415)
at the southwest boundary of the site for future interconnectivity. A recorded copy of the cross-
access agreement(s) shall be provided with the Certificate of Zoning Compliance application for
the change in use of this site.
Proposed Revision to Section 5.1.3
Access to W. Pine is restricted to one (1) access driveway. Cross-access shall be provided to the
property to the west(parcel#S 12 1^'75 5 S 1211417505) and the pr-epe4y to the east (pafeel
at the southwest boundary of the site parcel#S 1211417505 for future
interconnectivity. A recorded copy of the cross-access agreement(s) shall be provided with the
Certificate of Zoning Compliance application for the change in use of this site.
Justification for the Proposed Modification
The modification is needed because the existing cross-access requirements are inconsistent with
the likely future redevelopment pattern of the surrounding area, where each parcel is individually
owned and will develop on independent timelines.
If the current cross-access provision were to remain in effect, it would constrain access,
circulation, and buildable area for adjacent parcels, thereby limiting their likelihood and capacity
for commercial redevelopment. The proposed revision allows for a more logical and context-
sensitive approach that supports long-term site planning and aligns with the City's goals for
coordinated access management.
The proposed cross-access plan improves anticipated site traffic flow,utilizes existing roadway
infrastructure more efficiently, and reduces the amount of land area lost to redundant driveways
and access corridors. This will enable neighboring parcels to redevelop in the future while
maintaining appropriate access spacing and minimizing the number of approach points onto W.
Pine Avenue.
Ultimately, the revision supports a broader future access management strategy that will
consolidate the existing seven approaches along this block down to two primary access points,
spaced approximately 215 feet apart on center, consistent with best practices in access spacing
and vehicular circulation.
Consistency with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan and
Unified Development Code (UDC)
The proposed modification remains consistent with the City of Meridian's Comprehensive Plan
and Unified Development Code (UDC) by:
• Promoting coordinated site access and circulation efficiency, as encouraged by the
UDC's cross-access and connectivity requirements;
• Supporting the reduction of direct access points to arterial and collector streets in
accordance with the City's access management policies;
• Enabling logical future redevelopment of surrounding parcels consistent with the City's
Future Land Use Map and Transportation System goals; and
• Maintaining an equivalent level of vehicular and pedestrian connectivity for all properties
involved.
This revision therefore furthers the intent of both the UDC and the Comprehensive Plan by
improving long-term access, circulation, and redevelopment potential along this commercial
corridor.
Other Requested Information
• Date of City Council Approval of Development Agreement: 9-6-2011
o Recordation date: 9-7-2011
o Instrument number: 111072107
• Date of City Council Approval of prior Development Agreement Modification: 6-25-
2019