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Project/File: Hill's Century Farm North/MPP20-0001/H-2019-0134
This is a rezone,modification of an existing development agreement,preliminary plat,
planned unit development, alternative compliance and a conditional use permit
application to develop 137 residential building lots, 18 common lots, 10
commercial/retail/office lots, an age-restricted gated community and self-service
storage facility on 39.9 acres.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian
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Site address: SEC of Eagle Road and Amity Road 1� i1
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Meeting: XXXX,2020
Staff Approval: XXXX,2020
Applicant: Martin L.Hill
Hill&Hill Properties
3625 E.Amity Road
Meridian, ID 83642 � a
Representative: Michael Wardle
Brighton Corporation
2929 W.Navigator Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
Staff Contact: Paige Bankhead
Phone:387-6293
E-mail: pbankhead(a)achdidaho.org
A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of a rezoning application,
conditional use permit, planned unit development application, modification to a development
agreement, alternative compliance request, and preliminary plat application to develop 137
residential building lots with 124 lots designated as an age-restricted gated community, 18
common lots and 10 lots for commercial/retail/office on an 39.9 acre site.
The site is currently zoned Medium Density(R-8).The applicant is proposing to keep the current
zoning at the southern portion of the site to develop 13 residential lots,and is proposing to rezone
portions of the site to:
Medium High-Density (R-15) to develop the 125 lots for the age-restricted gated
community and a cell tower site,
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• Neighborhood Business (C-N)to develop the 8 commercial lots for retail and offices for
the northern portion of the development
• Community Business (C-C) to develop a lot for the proposed 71,888 square-foot self-
service storage at the northwest portion of the site.
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North Medium-Low Density/Medium Density Residential R-4/R-8
South Medium Density Residential R-8
East Neighborhood Business C-N
West Rural Urban Transition Ada County RUT
3. Site History: ACHD has not previously reviewed this site for a development application.
4. Adjacent Development: The following developments are pending or underway in the vicinity of
the site:
• Hill's Century Farm Commercial Subdivision,20 commercial lots on 19.73 acres east of the
site and approved by ACHD on September 27,2016.
5. Transit: Transit services are not available to serve this site.
6. New Center Lane Miles: The proposed development includes 0.13 centerline miles of new public
road.
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7. Impact Fees:There will be an impact fee that is assessed and due prior to issuance of any building
permits.The assessed impact fee will be based on the impact fee ordinance that is in effect at that
time.The impact fee assessment will not be released until the civil plans are approved by ACHD.
8. Capital Improvements Plan(CIP)/Integrated Five Year Work Plan(IFYWP):
• Eagle Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 5-lanes from Lake Hazel Road to
Amity Road in 2023.
• Eagle Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 5-lanes from Amity Road to Victory
Road in 2023.
• The intersection of Eagle Road and Lake Hazel Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be
widened to 5-lanes on the north leg,4-lanes on the south,2-lanes east,and 3-lanes on the
west in 2023.
• Amity Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 3-lanes from Eagle Road to Cloverdale Road
between 2026 and 2030.
• Amity Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 5-lanes from Eagle Road to Locust Grove
Road between 2026 and 2030.
• The intersection of Eagle Road and Amity Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 6-lanes
on the north leg, 5-lanes on the south, 5-lanes east, and 6-lanes on the west leg, and
signalized between 2021 and 2025.
• The intersection of Cloverdale Road and Amity Road is listed in the CIP to be constructed as
a roundabout with 4-lanes on the north leg,4-lanes on the south,2-lanes east, and 2-lanes
on the west leg,and constructed between 2021 and 2025.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: The residential and self-storage facility development is estimated to generate
750 additional vehicle trips per day(10 existing);58 additional vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak
hour(1 existing),based on the Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual, 10`h
edition.
The following table includes trip generation rates for anticipated commercial land uses, based on
the Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual, 101h edition.
Unit of Average Daily PM Peak
Land Use Measurement Trips Hour Trip
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Shopping Center Per 1,000 square 37.75 3.81
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Mini-Warehouse(Self-Storage) Per 1,000 square 1.51 0.17
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2. Condition of Area Roadways
Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour(VPH)
Functional PM Peak PM Peak Existing
Roadway Frontage Classification Hour Hour Level Plus
Traffic Count of Service Project
Principal Better than Better than
Eagle Road 960-feet Arterial 406 "E" "E"
Amity Road 1,180-feet Minor Arterial 507 Better than Better than
„E„ „E„
*Acceptable level of service for a two-lane principal arterial is"E"(690 VPH).
*Acceptable level of service for a two-lane minor arterial is"E"(575 VPH).
**ACHD does not set level of service thresholds for State Highways.
3. Average Daily Traffic Count(VDT)
Average daily traffic counts are based on ACHD's most current traffic counts.
• The average daily traffic count for Eagle Road north of Lake Hazel Road was 6,300 on
08/29/2019.
• The average daily traffic count for Amity Road east of Eagle Road was 10,695 on 08/28/2019.
C. Findings for Consideration
1. South Meridian Transportation Plan
The South Meridian Transportation Plan(SMTP)is a long-range planning tool used to identify future
roadway,intersection,and corridor needs in the South Meridian Area. Providing a framework for
future roadway improvements based on the land use designations. The plan was created in
collaboration with the City of Meridian and was adopted by the ACHD Commission in September of
2009.
2. Eagle Road
a. Existing Conditions: Eagle Road is improved with 2-travel lanes and no curb, gutter or
sidewalk abutting the site. There is 50-feet to 90-feet of right-of-way for Eagle Road(25-feet to
46-feet from centerline).
b. Policy:
Arterial Roadway Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for
improving all street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not access is taken
to all of the adjacent streets.
Master Street Map and Typology Policy: District Policy 7205.5 states that the design of
improvements for arterials shall be in accordance with District standards,including the Master
Street Map and Livable Streets Design Guide. The developer or engineer should contact the
District before starting any design.
Street Section and Right-of-Way Width Policy: District Policies 7205.2.1 &7205.5.2 state
that the standard 5-lane street section shall be 72-feet(back-of-curb to back-of-curb)within 96-
feet of right-of-way. This width typically accommodates two travel lanes in each direction, a
continuous center left-turn lane,and bike lanes on a minor arterial and a safety shoulder on a
principal arterial.
Right-of-Way Dedication: District Policy 7205.2 states that The District will provide
compensation for additional right-of-way dedicated beyond the existing right-of-way along
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arterials listed as impact fee eligible in the adopted Capital Improvements Plan using available
impact fee revenue in the Impact Fee Service Area.
No compensation will be provided for right-of-way on an arterial that is not listed as impact fee
eligible in the Capital Improvements Plan.
The District may acquire additional right-of-way beyond the site-related needs to preserve a
corridor for future capacity improvements,as provided in Section 7300.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7205.5.7 requires a concrete sidewalk at least 5-feet wide to
be constructed on both sides of all arterial streets. A parkway strip at least 6-feet wide between
the back-of-curb and street edge of the sidewalk is required to provide increased safety and
protection of pedestrians. Consult the District's planter width policy if trees are to be placed
within the parkway strip. Sidewalks constructed next to the back-of-curb shall be a minimum of
7-feet wide.
Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway.
Meandering sidewalks are discouraged.
A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
Frontage Improvements Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer shall widen
the pavement to a minimum of 17-feet from centerline plus a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder
adjacent to the entire site. Curb, gutter and additional pavement widening may be required
(See Section 7205.5.5).
ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master Street Map
(MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, arterial street requirements, and specific roadway
features required through development. This segment of Eagle Road is designated in the MSM
as a Residential Arterial with 5-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 72-foot street section within
96-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal:The applicant has proposed to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 48-
feet from the centerline of Eagle Road abutting the site. The applicant has also proposed to
widen the pavement on Eagle Road abutting the site to 17-feet from centerline and construct a
5-foot wide detached sidewalk within right-of-way located 41-feet from centerline as measured
from the front edge of sidewalk.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved, as proposed. The applicant should be required to include a 3-foot wide
gravel shoulder, in addition to widening the pavement 17-feet from centerline on Eagle Road
abutting the site.The applicant should receive compensation for the right-of-way dedication,per
District Policy,since this segment of Eagle Road is scheduled in the IFWYP and CIP.
3. Amity Road
a. Existing Conditions: Amity Road is improved with 2-travel lanes and no curb, gutter or
sidewalk abutting the site. There is 65-feet to 88-feet of right-of-way for Amity Road(25-feet to
37-feet from centerline).
b. Policy:
Arterial Roadway Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for
improving all street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not access is taken
to all of the adjacent streets.
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Master Street Map and Typology Policy: District Policy 7205.5 states that the design of
improvements for arterials shall be in accordance with District standards,including the Master
Street Map and Livable Streets Design Guide. The developer or engineer should contact the
District before starting any design.
Street Section and Right-of Way Width Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 &7205.5.2 states
that the standard 3-lane street section shall be 46-feet(back-of-curb to back-of-curb)within 74
feet of right-of-way. This width typically accommodates a single travel lane in each direction,a
continuous center left-turn lane,and bike lanes.
Right-of-Way Dedication: District Policy 7205.2 states that The District will provide
compensation for additional right-of-way dedicated beyond the existing right-of-way along
arterials listed as impact fee eligible in the adopted Capital Improvements Plan using available
impact fee revenue in the Impact Fee Service Area.
No compensation will be provided for right-of-way on an arterial that is not listed as impact fee
eligible in the Capital Improvements Plan.
The District may acquire additional right-of-way beyond the site-related needs to preserve a
corridor for future capacity improvements,as provided in Section 7300.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7205.5.7 requires a concrete sidewalk at least 5-feet wide to
be constructed on both sides of all arterial streets. A parkway strip at least 6-feet wide between
the back-of-curb and street edge of the sidewalk is required to provide increased safety and
protection of pedestrians. Consult the District's planter width policy if trees are to be placed
within the parkway strip. Sidewalks constructed next to the back-of-curb shall be a minimum of
7-feet wide.
Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway.
Meandering sidewalks are discouraged.
A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
Frontage Improvements Policy:District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer shall widen
the pavement to a minimum of 17-feet from centerline plus a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder
adjacent to the entire site. Curb, gutter and additional pavement widening may be required
(See Section 7205.5.5).
ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master Street Map
(MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, arterial street requirements, and specific roadway
features required through development. This segment of Amity Road is designated in the MSM
as a Residential Arterial with 3-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 46-foot street section within
74-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal:The applicant has proposed to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-
feet from centerline of Amity Road abutting the site.The applicant has also proposed to widen
the pavement on Amity Road abutting the site to 17-feet from centerline and construct a 5-foot
wide detached sidewalk located 36-feet from centerline as measured from the front edge of
sidewalk.The sidewalk is proposed to be partially within right-of-way.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and is
approved as proposed except for the sidewalk placement that is partially within right-of-way.
The applicant should be required to place the sidewalk entirely within right-of-way or a
permanent easement shall be provided if the sidewalk is placed outside of the right-of-way.The
easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-of-way line and 2-feet behind the
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back edge of the sidewalk. The applicant may place the sidewalk at a minimum of 30-feet from
the centerline of Amity Road.The applicant should receive compensation for the right-of-way
dedication,per District Policy,since this segment of Amity Road is listed in the CIP.
4. Tavistock Avenue and Hill Park Street
a. Existing Conditions: There are no local roadways within the site. There is one proposed
commercial street,Tavistock Avenue,that is proposed to be constructed as a north/south street
at the site's east property line.There is another proposed commercial street, Hill Park Street,
that is proposed to stub to the site's east property line.These streets were approved as part of
ACHD's action on Hills Century Farm Commercial Subdivision located directly east of the site
and are not yet constructed.
b. Policy:
Commercial Roadway Policy:District Policy 7208.2.1 states that the developer is responsible
for improving all commercial street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not
access is taken to all of the adjacent streets.
Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy:District Policy 7208.5 states that right-of-way widths
for new commercial streets shall typically be 50 and 70-feet wide and that the standard street
section will vary depending on the need for a center turn lane,bike lanes,volumes,percentage
of truck traffic,and/or on-street parking.
• A 36-foot street section (back-of-curb to back-of-curb) will typically accommodate two
travel lanes and on-street parking.
• A 40-foot street section (back-of-curb to back-of-curb) will typically accommodate two
travel lanes and a center turn lane.
• A 46-foot street section (back-of-curb to back-of-curb) will typically accommodate two
travel lanes and a center turn lane and bike lanes.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7208.5.6 requires a concrete sidewalks at least 5-feet wide to
be constructed on both sides of all commercial streets. If a separated sidewalk is proposed,a
parkway strip at least 6-feet wide between the back-of-curb and street edge of the sidewalk is
required to provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians. Consult the District's planter
width policy if trees are to be placed within the parkway strip.
A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct the entirety of Tavistock
Avenue within the preliminary plat site boundary as a 36-foot wide commercial street section
with vertical curb,gutter,an 8-foot wide planter strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk
within 63-feet of right-of-way.Tavistock Avenue is proposed to terminate in an offset turnaround
with a 50-foot radius and transition to a private road,Hill Park Lane.
The applicant has proposed to construct 30-feet of Hill Park Street off Tavistock Avenue as a
36-foot wide commercial street section with vertical curb,gutter,an 8-foot wide planter strip and
5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk within 63-feet of right-of-way,and stub the street to the
east property line.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved,as proposed.The right-of-way may be reduced to 2-feet behind the back
edge of curb and the sidewalk may be placed in a permanent right-of-way easement. The
easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-of-way line and 2-feet behind the
back edge of sidewalk.
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5. Rockhampton Street, Rockhampton Court and Wayland Avenue
a. Existing Conditions: There are no local roadways within the site. There is one local street,
Wayland Avenue,that stubs to the site's south property line.
b. Policy:
Local Roadway Policy: District Policy 7207.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for
improving all local street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not access is
taken to all of the adjacent streets.
Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy:District Policy 7207.5 states that right-of-way widths
for all local streets shall generally not be less than 47-feet wide and that the standard street
section shall be 33-feet(back-of-curb to back-of-curb).
Standard Urban Local Street-33-foot Street Section and Right-of-way Policy: District
Policy 7207.5.2 states that the standard street section shall be 33-feet(back-of-curb to back-of-
curb)for developments with any buildable lot that is less than 1 acre in size. This street section
shall include curb,gutter,and minimum 5-foot wide concrete sidewalks on both sides and shall
typically be constructed within 47-feet of right-of-way.
For the City of Kuna and City of Star: Unless otherwise approved by Kuna or Star,the standard
street section shall be 36-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb) for developments with any
buildable lot that is less than 1 acre in size. This street section shall include curb,gutter,and
minimum 5-foot wide concrete sidewalks on both sides and shall typically be constructed within
50-feet of right-of-way.
Continuation of Streets Policy: District Policy 7207.2.4 states that an existing street, or a
street in an approved preliminary plat,which ends at a boundary of a proposed development
shall be extended in that development. The extension shall include provisions for continuation
of storm drainage facilities. Benefits of connectivity include but are not limited to the following:
• Reduces vehicle miles traveled.
• Increases pedestrian and bicycle connectivity.
• Increases access for emergency services.
• Reduces need for additional access points to the arterial street system.
• Promotes the efficient delivery of services including trash,mail and deliveries.
• Promotes appropriate intra-neighborhood traffic circulation to schools, parks,
neighborhood commercial centers,transit stops,etc.
• Promotes orderly development.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7207.5.7 states that five-foot wide concrete sidewalk is
required on both sides of all local street,except those in rural developments with net densities
of one dwelling unit per 1.0 acre or less, or in hillside conditions where there is no direct lot
frontage,in which case a sidewalk shall be constructed along one side of the street. Some local
jurisdictions may require wider sidewalks.
The sidewalk may be placed next to the back-of-curb. Where feasible,a parkway strip at least
8-feet wide between the back-of-curb and the street edge of the sidewalk is recommended to
provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians and to allow for the planting of trees in
accordance with the District's Tree Planting Policy. If no trees are to be planted in the parkway
strip,the applicant may submit a request to the District,with justification,to reduce the width of
the parkway strip.
Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway.
Meandering sidewalks are discouraged.
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A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
Cul-de-sac Streets Policy: District policy 7207.5.8 requires cul-de-sacs to be constructed to
provide a minimum turning radius of 45-feet; in rural areas or for temporary cul-de-sacs the
emergency service providers may require a greater radius. Landscape and parking islands may
be constructed in turnarounds if a minimum 29-foot street section is constructed around the
island. The pavement width shall be sufficient to allow the turning around of a standard
AASHTO SU design vehicle without backing. The developer shall provide written approval from
the appropriate fire department for this design element.
The District will consider alternatives to the standard cul-de-sac turnaround on a case-by-case
basis. This will be based on turning area,drainage,maintenance considerations and the written
approval of the agency providing emergency fire service for the area where the development is
located.
Landscape Medians Policy: District policy 7207.5.16 states that landscape medians are
permissible where adequate pavement width is provided on each side of the median to
accommodate the travel lanes and where the following is provided:
• The median is platted as right-of-way owned by ACHD.
• The width of an island near an intersection is 12-feet maximum for a minimum distance of
150-feet. Beyond the 150-feet,the island may increase to a maximum width of 30-feet.
• At an intersection that is signalized or is to be signalized in the future,the median width
shall be reduced to accommodate the necessary turn lane storage and tapers.
• The Developer or Homeowners Association shall apply for a license agreement if
landscaping is to be placed within these medians.
• The license agreement shall contain the District's requirements of the developer including,
but not limited to, a "hold harmless" clause; requirements for maintenance by the
developer;liability insurance requirements;and restrictions.
• Vertical curbs are required around the perimeter of any raised median. Gutters shall slope
away from the curb to prevent ponding.
c. Applicant's Proposal: That applicant has proposed to construct the entry portion of
Rockhampton Street as a 54-foot wide street section,with a 12-foot wide center landscaped
island,two 21-foot wide travel lanes with vertical curb,gutter, an 8-foot wide planter strip and
5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk within 81-feet of right-of-way. The applicant has
proposed to extend Wayland Avenue into the site and to construct all other local public streets,
as 33-foot wide local street section with rolled curb, gutter, an 8-foot wide planter strip with
detached 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk within 60-feet of right-of-way.
Rockhampton Street is proposed terminate in a gated private road with a turnaround,Tindaris
Lane.
The applicant has proposed one cul-de-sac with a radius of 50-feet at the end of Rockhampton
Court.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal for the internal public local
street sections meets District policy and should be approved,as proposed.The entry roadway
center landscape island should be platted as right-of-way owned by ACHD.The applicant or
homeowner's association should enter into a license agreement with ACHD for any landscaping
proposed to be located within the center landscape island.
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For detached sidewalks, the right-of-way may extend to 2-feet behind the back-of-curb and
sidewalks should be in a permanent right-of-way easement. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement. The easements combined
with the right-of-way total should total at least 2-feet as measured behind the back edge of the
sidewalk.
6. Roadway Offsets
a. Existing Conditions:There are currently no roadways on the site.
b. Policy:
Local Street Intersection Spacing on Principal Arterials: District policy 7205.4.3 states that
new local streets should not typically intersect arterials. Local streets should typically intersect
collectors. If it is necessary,as determined by ACHD,for a local street to intersect an arterial,
the minimum allowable offset shall be 1,320-feet as measured from all other existing roadways
as identified in Table 1 b(7205.4.7).
Local Street Intersection Spacing on Minor Arterials: District policy 7205.4.3 states that
new local streets should not typically intersect arterials. Local streets should typically intersect
collectors. If it is necessary,as determined by ACHD,for a local street to intersect an arterial,
the minimum allowable offset shall be 660-feet as measured from all other existing roadways
as identified in Table 1a(7205.4.6).
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct Rockhampton Street onto
Eagle Road located 1,550-feet north of Taconic Drive and 1,270-feet south of Amity Road.
The applicant has proposed to construct Tavistock Avenue onto Amity Road located 1,475-feet
east of Eagle Road and 590-feet east of Martinel Way.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal to construct Rockhampton
Street 1,270 feet south Amity Road does not meet District Policy for local streets to be offset at
least 1,320-feet from all other existing roadways on a principal arterial roadway.However,staff
recommends a modification of policy to allow the Rockhampton Street to be located as
proposed due to the fact that:
• The south property line of the site is 1,330-feet south of Amity Road,which does not
allow the applicant to construct the local street within the site and still meet offset
requirements.
• The proposed offset is just 50-feet less than the required offset.
• There are no other local streets across from the site.
Therefore,staff recommends approval of the proposed roadway offset for Rockhampton Street
on Eagle Road. This is a 4% modification of policy and is approved at the Development
Services Manager level.
The applicant's proposal to construct Tavistock Avenue 590-feet east of Martinel Way does
not meet District Policy for local streets to be offset at least 660-feet on minor arterial roadways.
However,the location of Tavistock Avenue was approved by ACHD with the Hills Century Farm
Commercial preliminary plat development in 2016 and should be approved,as proposed,with
this application.
7. Stub Streets
a. Existing Conditions:There are no existing stub streets within the site.There is one local
street,Wayland Avenue,that stubs to the site's south property line. There is also a proposed
commercial street, Hill Park Street,that is proposed to stub to the site's east property line.
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This street was approved as part of ACHD's action on Hills Century Farm Commercial
Subdivision located directly east of the site and are not yet constructed.
b. Policy:
Stub Street Policy: District policy 7208.2.4.3 (commercial) states that stub streets will be
required to provide circulation or to provide access to adjoining properties. Stub streets will
conform with the requirements described in Section 7207.2.4 (local)/7208.2.4 (commercial),
except a temporary cul-de-sac will not be required if the stub street has a length no greater than
150-feet. A sign shall be installed at the terminus of the stub street stating that,"THIS ROAD
WILL BE EXTENDED IN THE FUTURE."
In addition,stub streets must meet the following conditions:
• A stub street shall be designed to slope towards the nearest street intersection within the
proposed development and drain surface water towards that intersection; unless an
alternative storm drain system is approved by the District.
• The District may require appropriate covenants guaranteeing that the stub street will
remain free of obstructions.
Temporary Dead End Streets Policy: 7208.2.4.4(commercial)requires that the design and
construction for cul-de-sac streets shall apply to temporary dead end streets. The temporary
cul-de-sac shall be paved and shall be the dimensional requirements of a standard cul-de-sac.
The developer shall grant a temporary turnaround easement to the District for those portions of
the cul-de-sac which extend beyond the dedicated street right-of-way. In the instance where a
temporary easement extends onto a buildable lot,the entire lot shall be encumbered by the
easement and identified on the plat as a non-buildable lot until the street is extended.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct�0-feet of Park Hill Street off Commented[Mwl]:Is this a stub street ora driveway
Tavistock Avenue and stub it to the east property line for the future connection to Hill Park Street approach?
with the development to the east. Commented[132R1]:I believe this is a stub street because
of Hill Park Street to the east that will be constructed and
The applicant has proposed to extend Wayland Avenue into the site. connect to it.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved, as proposed. The applicant should be required to install a sign at the
terminus of Hill Park Street stating that,"THIS ROAD WILL BE EXTENDED IN THE FUTURE"
if the street has not yet been constructed to the site's east property line with the Hill's Century
Farm Commercial development to the east.
8. Driveways
8.1 Eagle Road
a. Existing Conditions:There is a residential driveway onto Eagle Road at the south end of the
site.
b. Policy:
Access Points Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with
development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section
and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is
being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated
and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies,changes,or the property redevelops.
Access Policy: District policy 7205.4.7 states that direct access to principal arterials is typically
prohibited. If a property has frontage on more than one street,access shall be taken from the
street having the lesser functional classification. If it is necessary to take access to the higher
classified street due to a lack of frontage, the minimum allowable spacing shall be based on
Table 1 b under District policy 7205.4.7,unless a waiver for the access point has been approved
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by the District Commission. Driveways,when approved on a principal arterial shall operate as
a right-in/right-out only,and the District will require the construction of a raised median to restrict
the left turning movements.
Driveway Location Policy: District policy 7205.4.7 requires driveways located on principal
arterial roadways to be located a minimum of 355-feet from the nearest intersection for a right-
in/right-out only driveway. Full-access driveways are not allowed on principal arterial roadways.
Successive Driveways: District policy 7205.4.7 Table 1b, requires driveways located on
principal arterial roadways with a speed limit of 50 MPH to align or offset a minimum of 1,320-
feet from any existing or proposed driveway.
Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7205.4.8 restricts high-volume driveways(100 VTD or
more) to a maximum width of 36-feet and low-volume driveways (less than 100 VTD) to a
maximum width of 30-feet.Curb return type driveways with 30-foot radii will be required for high-
volume driveways with 100 VTD or more. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be
required for low-volume driveways with less than 100 VTD.
Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance
problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy,
7205.4.8,the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30-
feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers in
accordance with Table 2 under District Policy 7205.4.8.
Temporary Access Policy: District Policy 7202.4.2 identifies a temporary access as that which
"is permitted for use until appropriate alternative access becomes available". Temporary access
may be granted through a development agreement or similar method,and the developer shall
be responsible for providing a financial guarantee for the future closure of the driveway.
Cross Access Easements/Shared Access Policy: District Policy 7202.4.1 states that cross
access utilizes a single vehicular connection that serves two or more adjoining lots or parcels
so that the driver does not need to re-enter the public street system.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant has proposed to close the driveway and construct the
local street,Rockhampton Street,in its place.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved,as proposed.
8.2 Amity Road
a. Existing Conditions:There is an existing residential driveway from the site onto Amity Road.
b. Policy:
Access Points Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with
development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section
and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is
being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated
and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies,changes,or the property redevelops.
Access Policy: District policy 7205.4.6 states that direct access to minor arterials is typically
prohibited. If a property has frontage on more than one street,access shall be taken from the
street having the lesser functional classification. If it is necessary to take access to the higher
classified street due to a lack of frontage, the minimum allowable spacing shall be based on
Table la under District policy 7205.4.6,unless a waiver for the access point has been approved
by the District Commission.
Driveway Location Policy: District policy 7205.4.5 requires driveways located on minor
arterial roadways from a signalized intersection with a single left turn lane shall be located a
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minimum of 330-feet from the nearest intersection for a right-in/right-out only driveway and a
minimum of 660-feet from the intersection for a full-movement driveway.
District policy 7205.4.5 requires driveways located on minor arterial roadways from a signalized
intersection with a dual left turn lane shall be located a minimum of 330-feet from the nearest
intersection for a right-in/right-out only driveway and a minimum of 710-feet from the intersection
for a full-movement driveway.
Successive Driveways: District policy 7205.4.6 Table 1 a,requires driveways located on minor
arterial roadways with a speed limit of 50 MPH to align or offset a minimum of 425-feet from
any existing or proposed driveway.
Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7205.4.8 restricts high-volume driveways(100 VTD or
more) to a maximum width of 36-feet and low-volume driveways (less than 100 VTD) to a
maximum width of 30-feet.Curb return type driveways with 30-foot radii will be required for high-
volume driveways with 100 VTD or more. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be
required for low-volume driveways with less than 100 VTD.
Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7208.4.3 restricts commercial driveways to a maximum
width of 40-feet. Most commercial driveways will be constructed as curb-cut type facilities.
Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance
problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy,
7205.4.8,the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30-
feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers in
accordance with Table 2 under District Policy 7205.4.8.
Cross Access Easements/Shared Access Policy: District Policy 7202.4.1 states that cross
access utilizes a single vehicular connection that serves two or more adjoining lots or parcels
so that the driver does not need to re-enter the public street system.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct a paved 25-foot wide
commercial curb return type driveway onto Amity Road that will align with Martinel Way and is
proposed to be 895-feet to the east of Eagle Road and 585-feet to the west of Tavistock Avenue.
The applicant has proposed to close the existing residential driveway onto Amity Road with
pavement widening and sidewalk.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved,as proposed.The applicant may construct the commercial driveway as a
curb cut type driveway with a maximum width of 36-feet.L Commented[PB3]:I was thinking about this,can we do
commercial curb cut type driveways onto minor arterials?1
8.3 Tavistock Avenue know we can for commercial,but was wondering if that
a. Existing Conditions:Tavistock Avenue has not been constructed on the site. extends to minor arterials.
b. Policy:
Driveway Location Policy: District policy 7208.4.1 requires driveways near intersections to be
located a minimum of 75-feet(measured centerline-to-centerline)from the nearest local street
intersection,and 150-feet from the nearest collector/arterial or arterial street intersection.
Successive Driveways: District Policy 7208.4.1 states that successive driveways away from an
intersection shall have no minimum spacing requirements for access points along a local street,
but the District does encourage shared access points where appropriate.
Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7208.4.3 restricts commercial driveways to a maximum
width of 40-feet. Most commercial driveways will be constructed as curb-cut type facilities.
Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance
problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy,
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7208.4.3,the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30-feet
into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway.
Driveway Design Requirements: District policy 7208.4.3 states if an access point is to be gated,
the gate or keypad(whichever is closer)shall be located a minimum of 50-feet from the near edge
of the intersection and a turnaround shall be provided.
c. Applicant's Proposal:The applicant has proposed to construct a 25-foot wide paved commercial
curb return type driveway onto Tavistock Avenue 193-feet to the south of Amity Road.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations:The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and should
be approved,as proposed.The applicant may construct the driveway as a curb cut type driveway
with a maximum width of 36-feet.
9. Private Roads—Tindaris Lane and Hill Park Lane
a. Private Road Policy:District policy 7212.1 states that the lead land use agencies in Ada County
establish the requirements for private streets. The District retains authority and will review the
proposed intersection of a private and public street for compliance with District intersection
policies and standards. The private road should have the following requirements:
• Designed to discourage through traffic between two public streets,
• Graded to drain away from the public street intersection,and
• If a private road is gated,the gate or keypad(if applicable)shall be located a minimum of
50-feet from the near edge of the intersection and a turnaround shall be provided.
b. Applicant Proposal:The applicant has proposed to transition Rockhampton Street to a private
road,Tindaris Lane,and to transition Tavistock Street to a private road,Hill Park Lane,as well as
a network of private roads in the subdivision.The entry of Tindaris Land and Hill Park Lane are
proposed to be gated with turnaround.
c. Staff Comments/Recommendations: If the City of Meridian approves the private road, the
applicant shall be required to pave the private roadway a minimum of 20 to 24-feet wide and at
least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of all public streets and install pavement
tapers with 15-foot curb radii abutting the existing roadway edge where necessary. If private
roads are not approved by the City of Meridian, the applicant will be required to revise and
resubmit the preliminary plat to provide public standard local streets in these locations.
Street name and stop signs are required for the private road. The signs may be ordered through
the District. Verification of the correct,approved name of the road is required.
ACHD does not make any assurances that the private road,which is a part of this application,will
be accepted as a public road if such a request is made in the future. Substantial redesign and
reconstruction costs may be necessary in order to qualify this road for public ownership and
maintenance.
The following requirements must be met if the applicant wishes to dedicate the roadway to ACHD:
• Dedicate a minimum of 50-feet of right-of-way for the road.
• Construct the roadway to the minimum ACHD requirements.
• Construct a stub street to the surrounding parcels.
10. Irrigation Ditch Crossing
District Policy 7215.2 States that all irrigation facilities must be located outside the public right-of-
way except where system distribution lines cross perpendicular to the right-of-way, unless
otherwise approved by the District. A shutoff valve or manhole shall be installed on both sides of
all crossings at the right-of-way line.If the District approves the location of irrigation facilities within
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the public right-of-way, a maintenance agreement will be required with the entity that owns the
irrigation facilities.
A concrete irrigation ditch was identified by the applicant on the preliminary plat plans on the east
side of the site, but is not identified on the ACHD mapping system. If the ditch will remain at its
current location,the District will require that the applicant submit the plans for the crossing of the
ditch for review and approval prior to the pre-construction meeting and final plat approval. Note:all
plan submittals for bridges or pipe crossings of irrigation facilities should be submitted to ACHD for
review no later than December 15th for construction in the following year prior to irrigation season.
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11. Tree Planters
Tree Planter Policy: Tree Planter Policy:The District's Tree Planter Policy prohibits all trees in
planters less than 8-feet in width without the installation of root barriers. Class II trees may be
allowed in planters with a minimum width of 8-feet,and Class I and Class III trees may be allowed
in planters with a minimum width of 10-feet.
12. Landscaping
Landscaping Policy: A license agreement is required for all landscaping proposed within ACHD
right-of-way or easement areas. Trees shall be located no closer than 10-feet from all public storm
drain facilities. Landscaping should be designed to eliminate site obstructions in the vision triangle
at intersections. District Policy 5104.3.1 requires a 40-foot vision triangle and a 3-foot height
restriction on all landscaping located at an uncontrolled intersection and a 50-foot offset from stop
signs. Landscape plans are required with the submittal of civil plans and must meet all District
requirements prior to signature of the final plat and/or approval of the civil plans.
13. Other Access
Eagle Road is classified as a principal arterial roadway and Amity Road is classified as a minor
arterial roadway.Other than the access specifically approved with this application,direct lot access
is prohibited to these roadways and should be noted on the final plat.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total 48-feet from centerline of Eagle Road abutting the site,as
proposed.Compensation will be provided for this right-of-way dedication.
2. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located 41-feet from the centerline of Eagle
Road abutting the site with right-of-way,as proposed.
3. Widen the pavement on Eagle Road to a minimum of 17-feet from centerline plus 3-foot wide
gravel shoulder abutting the site,as proposed.
4. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-feet from centerline of Amity Road abutting the site,as
proposed.Compensation will be provided for this right-of-way dedication.
5. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum of 30-feet from the
centerline of Amity Road abutting the site.Provide a permanent right-of-way easement for public
sidewalks placed outside of the dedicated right-of-way.
6. Widen the pavement on Amity Road to a minimum of 17-feet from centerline plus 3-foot wide
gravel shoulder abutting the site,as proposed.
7. Construct Tavistock Avenue to intersect Amity Road located 1,475-feet east of Eagle Road,as
proposed.
8. Construct Tavistock Street as a 36-foot wide commercial street section with vertical curb,gutter,
an 8-foot wide planter strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk within 63-feet of right-of-
way,as proposed.
9. Construct an offset cul-de-sac with a 50-foot radius at the terminus of the public portion of
Tavistock Street,prior to the roadways transition to a gated private road. Locate the gate a
minimum of 50-feet from the near edge of Travistock Street.
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10. Construct 30-feet of Hill Park Street off Tavistock Avenue as a 36-foot wide commercial street
section with vertical curb,gutter,an 8-foot wide planter strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete
sidewalk within 63-feet of right-of-way,and stub the street to the east property line.
11. Construct 30-feet of Hill Park Street off Tavistock Avenue as a 36-foot wide commercial street
section with vertical curb,gutter,an 8-foot wide planter strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete
sidewalks within 63-feet of right-of-way,as proposed,and stub the street to the east property line.
Install a sign at the terminus stating that,"THIS ROAD WILL BE EXTENDED IN THE FUTURE"if
the street has not yet been constructed to the site's east property line with the Hill's Century Farm
Commercial developmeniL Commented[MW4]:This doesn't match the finding.
Commented[135M]:I updated Street Title to match in the
12. Construct Rockhampton Street to intersect Eagle Road 1,270-feet south of Amity Road. Findings for consideration Section—was that what it was?
13. Construct the entry portion of Rockhampton Street as a 54-foot wide street section with a 12-foot
wide center island,two 21-foot wide travel lanes with vertical curb,gutter,an 8-foot wide planter
strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk within 81-feet of right-of-way,as proposed.
Dedicate the island as right-of-way owned by ACHD. Enter into a license agreement with ACHD
for any landscaping proposed to be located within the center landscape island.
14. Construct a cul-de-sac turnaround with a 50-foot radius at the terminus of the public portion of
Rockhampton Street,prior to the roadways transition to a gated private road. Locate the gate a
minimum of 50-feet from the near edge of Rockhampton Street. Construct all other internal local
streets as a 33-foot wide local street section with rolled curb,gutter,an 8-foot wide planter strip
with detached 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk within 60-feet of right-of-way.
15. Extend Wayland Avenue into the site,as proposed.
16. Construct one cul-de-sac turnaround at the terminus of Rockhampton Court,with a minimum
radius of 45-feet. The right-of-way shall extend to the property line.
17. Close the existing residential driveway onto Eagle Road with the construction of Rockhampton
Street,as proposed.
18. Close the existing residential driveway onto Amity Road with pavement widening and sidewalk,as
proposed.
19. Construct a paved 25-foot wide curb return type driveway onto Amity Road located 895-feet east
of Eagle Road,aligned centerline to centerline with Martinel Way on the north side of Amity Road
across from the site.The applicant may construct the commercial driveway as a curb cut type
driveway with a maximum width of 36-feet.
20. Construct a 25-foot wide paved curb return type driveway onto Tavistock Avenue located 193-feet
south of Amity Road.The applicant may construct the commercial driveway as a curb cut type
driveway with a maximum width of 36-feet.
21. Pave the proposed private roads their full width and length, as proposed. Street name and stop
signs are required for the private roads. The signs may be ordered through the District. Verification
of the correct,approved name of the road is required.
22. Direct lot access to Eagle Road and Amity Road is prohibited and should be noted on the final plat.
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23. If the concrete irrigation ditch identified by the applicant will remain at its current location,the District
will require that the applicant submit the plans for the crossing of the ditch for review and approval
prior to the pre-construction meeting and final plat approval. Note:all plan submittals for bridges
or pipe crossings of irrigation facilities should be submitted to ACHD for review no later than
December 15"for construction in the following year prior to irrigation season. Submit civil plans to
ACHD Development Services for review and approval. The impact fee assessment will not be
released until the civil plans are approved by ACHD.
24. Payment of impact fees is due prior to issuance of a building permit.
25. Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval.
E. Standard Conditions of Approval
1. All proposed irrigation facilities shall be located outside of the ACHD right-of-way (including all
easements). Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the ACHD right-of-way
(including all easements).
2. Private Utilities including sewer or water systems are prohibited from being located within the ACHD
right-of-way.
3. In accordance with District policy,7203.3,the applicant may be required to update any existing non-
compliant pedestrian improvements abutting the site to meet current Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) requirements. The applicant's engineer should provide documentation of ADA
compliance to District Development Review staff for review.
4. Replace any existing damaged curb,gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during the
construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280(with file
number)for details.
5. A license agreement and compliance with the District's Tree Planter policy is required for all
landscaping proposed within ACHD right-of-way or easement areas.
6. All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be borne
by the developer.
7. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. The
applicant at no cost to ACHD shall repair existing utilities damaged by the applicant. The applicant
shall be required to call DIGLINE(1-811-342-1585)at least two full business days prior to breaking
ground within ACHD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic Operations 387-6190
in the event any ACHD conduits(spare or filled)are compromised during any phase of construction.
8. Utility street cuts in pavement less than five years old are not allowed unless approved in writing by
the District. Contact the District's Utility Coordinator at 387-6258(with file numbers)for details.
9. All design and construction shall be in accordance with the ACHD Policy Manual,ISPWC Standards
and approved supplements,Construction Services procedures and all applicable ACHD Standards
unless specifically waived herein. An engineer registered in the State of Idaho shall prepare and
certify all improvement plans.
10. Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable
requirements of ACHD prior to District approval for occupancy.
11. No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and
signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized
representative of ACHD. The burden shall be upon the applicant to obtain written confirmation of
any change from ACHD.
12. If the site plan or use should change in the future,ACHD Planning Review will review the site plan
and may require additional improvements to the transportation system at that time.Any change in
the planned use of the property which is the subject of this application,shall require the applicant
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to comply with ACHD Policy and Standard Conditions of Approval in place at that time unless a
waiver/variance of the requirements or other legal relief is granted by the ACHD Commission.
F. Conclusions of Law
1. The proposed site plan is approved,if all of the Site Specific and Standard Conditions of Approval
are satisfied.
2. ACHD requirements are intended to assure that the proposed use/development will not place an
undue burden on the existing vehicular transportation system within the vicinity impacted by the
proposed development.
G. Attachments
1. Vicinity Map
2. Site Plan
3. Utility Coordinating Council
4. Development Process Checklist
5. Request for Reconsideration Guidelines OR Appeal Guidelines
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Ada County Utility Coordinating Council
Developer/Local Improvement District
Right of Way Improvements Guideline Request
Purpose: To develop the necessary avenue for proper notification to utilities of local highway and
road improvements,to help the utilities in budgeting and to clarify the already existing process.
1) Notification:Within five(5)working days upon notification of required right of way improvements
by Highway entities,developers shall provide written notification to the affected utility owners and
the Ada County Utility Coordinating Council(UCC).Notification shall include but not be limited to,
project limits, scope of roadway improvements/project, anticipated construction dates, and any
portions critical to the right of way improvements and coordination of utilities.
2) Plan Review: The developer shall provide the highway entities and all utility owners with
preliminary project plans and schedule a plan review conference. Depending on the scale of
utility improvements,a plan review conference may not be necessary,as determined by the utility
owners. Conference notification shall also be sent to the UCC. During the review meeting the
developer shall notify utilities of the status of right of way/easement acquisition necessary for their
project.At the plan review conference each company shall have the right to appeal,adjust and/or
negotiate with the developer on its own behalf.Each utility shall provide the developer with a letter
of review indicating the costs and time required for relocation of its facilities.Said letter of review
is to be provided within thirty calendar days after the date of the plan review conference.
3) Revisions: The developer is responsible to provide utilities with any revisions to preliminary
plans. Utilities may request an updated plan review meeting if revisions are made in the
preliminary plans which affect the utility relocation requirements. Utilities shall have thirty days
after receiving the revisions to review and comment thereon.
4) Final Notification:The developer will provide highway entities,utility owners and the UCC with
final notification of its intent to proceed with right of way improvements and include the anticipated
date work will commence.This notification shall indicate that the work to be performed shall be
pursuant to final approved plans by the highway entity. The developer shall schedule a
preconstruction meeting prior to right of way improvements. Utility relocation activity shall be
completed within the times established during the preconstruction meeting, unless otherwise
agreed upon.
Notification to the Ada County UCC can be sent to:50 S.Cole Rd.Boise 83707,or Visit iducc.com
for e-mail notification information.
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Development Process Checklist
Items Completed to Date:
®Submit a development application to a City or to Ada County
®The City or the County will transmit the development application to ACHD
®The ACHD Planning Review Section will receive the development application to review
®The Planning Review Section will do one of the following:
❑Send a"No Review"letter to the applicant stating that there are no site specific conditions of approval at
this time.
®Write a Staff Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system and
evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy.
❑Write a Commission Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system
and evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy.
Items to be completed by Applicant:
❑For ALL development applications,including those receiving a"No Review"letter:
• The applicant should submit one set of engineered plans directly to ACHD for review by the Development
Review Section for plan review and assessment of impact fees. (Note: if there are no site improvements
required by ACHD,then architectural plans may be submitted for purposes of impact fee assessment.)
• The applicant is required to get a permit from Construction Services(ACHD)for ANY work in the right-of-way,
including,but not limited to,driveway approaches,street improvements and utility cuts.
❑Pay Impact Fees prior to issuance of building permit. Impact fees cannot be paid prior to plan review approval.
DID YOU REMEMBER:
Construction(Non-Subdivisions)
❑Driveway or Property Approach(s)
• Submit a"Driveway Approach Request"form to ACHD Construction(for approval by Development Services&Traffic
Services). There is a one week turnaround for this approval.
❑Working in the ACHD Right-of-Way
• Four business days prior to starting work have a bonded contractor submit a "Temporary Highway Use Permit
Application'to ACHD Construction—Permits along with:
a) Traffic Control Plan
b) An Erosion&Sediment Control Narrative&Plat,done by a Certified Plan Designer,if trench is>50'or you
are placing>600 sf of concrete or asphalt.
Construction(Subdivisions)
❑Sediment&Erosion Submittal
• At least one week prior to setting up a Pre-Construction Meeting an Erosion&Sediment Control Narrative&Plan,done
by a Certified Plan Designer, must be turned into ACHD Construction to be reviewed and approved by the ACHD
Stormwater Section.
❑Idaho Power Company
• Vic Steelman at Idaho Power must have his IPCO approved set of subdivision utility plans prior to Pre-Con being
scheduled.
❑Final Approval from Development Services is required prior to scheduling a Pre-Con.
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Request for Appeal of Staff Decision
1. Appeal of Staff Decision: The Commission shall hear and decide appeals by an applicant of
the final decision made by the Development Services Manager when it is alleged that the
Development Services Manager did not properly apply this section 7101.6,did not consider all of
the relevant facts presented,made an error of fact or law, abused discretion or acted arbitrarily
and capriciously in the interpretation or enforcement of the ACHD Policy Manual.
a. Filing Fee: The Commission may,from time to time,set reasonable fees to be charged
the applicant for the processing of appeals,to cover administrative costs.
b. Initiation: An appeal is initiated by the filing of a written notice of appeal with the Secretary
and Clerk of the District,which must be filed within ten(10)working days from the date of
the decision that is the subject of the appeal. The notice of appeal shall refer to the
decision being appealed,identify the appellant by name,address and telephone number
and state the grounds for the appeal.The grounds shall include a written summary of the
provisions of the policy relevant to the appeal and/or the facts and law relied upon and
shall include a written argument in support of the appeal. The Commission shall not
consider a notice of appeal that does not comply with the provisions of this subsection.
c. Time to Reply: The Development Services Manager shall have ten (10)working days
from the date of the filing of the notice of appeal to reply to the notice of the appeal,and
may during such time meet with the appellant to discuss the matter,and may also consider
and/or modify the decision that is being appealed. A copy of the reply and any
modifications to the decision being appealed will be provided to the appellant prior to the
Commission hearing on the appeal.
d. Notice of Hearing: Unless otherwise agreed to by the appellant,the hearing of the appeal
will be noticed and scheduled on the Commission agenda at a regular meeting to be held
within thirty(30)days following the delivery to the appellant of the Development Services
Manager's reply to the notice of appeal.A copy of the decision being appealed,the notice
of appeal and the reply shall be delivered to the Commission at least one(1)week prior
to the hearing.
e. Action by Commission: Following the hearing, the Commission shall either affirm or
reverse, in whole or part,or otherwise modify, amend or supplement the decision being
appealed,as such action is adequately supported by the law and evidence presented at
the hearing.
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Request for Reconsideration of Commission Action
1. Request for Reconsideration of Commission Action: A Commissioner,a member of ACHD
staff or any other person objecting to any final action taken by the Commission may request
reconsideration of that action, provided the request is not for a reconsideration of an action
previously requested to be reconsidered, an action whose provisions have been partly and
materially carried out,or an action that has created a contractual relationship with third parties.
a. Only a Commission member who voted with the prevailing side can move for
reconsideration,but the motion may be seconded by any Commissioner and is voted on
by all Commissioners present.
If a motion to reconsider is made and seconded it is subject to a motion to postpone to a
certain time.
b. The request must be in writing and delivered to the Secretary of the Highway District no
later than 11:00 a.m. 2 days prior to the Commission's next scheduled regular meeting
following the meeting at which the action to be reconsidered was taken. Upon receipt of
the request,the Secretary shall cause the same to be placed on the agenda for that next
scheduled regular Commission meeting.
c. The request for reconsideration must be supported by written documentation setting forth
new facts and information not presented at the earlier meeting,or a changed situation that
has developed since the taking of the earlier vote,or information establishing an error of
fact or law in the earlier action. The request may also be supported by oral testimony at
the meeting.
d. If a motion to reconsider passes,the effect is the original matter is in the exact position it
occupied the moment before it was voted on originally. It will normally be returned to
ACHD staff for further review. The Commission may set the date of the meeting at which
the matter is to be returned. The Commission shall only take action on the original matter
at a meeting where the agenda notice so provides.
e. At the meeting where the original matter is again on the agenda for Commission action,
interested persons and ACHD staff may present such written and oral testimony as the
President of the Commission determines to be appropriate,and the Commission may take
any action the majority of the Commission deems advisable.
f. If a motion to reconsider passes,the applicant may be charged a reasonable fee,to cover
administrative costs,as established by the Commission.
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