ACHD Comments
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Development Services Department
Project/File: FedEx Shipping Center/ MER19-0092/ A-2019-0343
This is a certificate of zoning compliance application for a FedEx Express Facility on
14.8 acres.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian
Site address: 2770 W. Franklin Road
Staff Approval: February 20, 2020
Applicant: Gregg Olsen
Grand Jr, LLC/ Over & Under, Inc.
485 Grandview Drive
Twin Falls, ID 83301
Representative: Andrew Newell
JUB Engineers, Inc.
250 S. Beechwood Avenue, Suite 201
Boise, ID 83709
Staff Contact: Mindy Wallace
Phone: 387-6178
E-mail: mwallace@achdidaho.org
A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval to construct a Commercial
FedEx Express Facility that will include approximately 7,487 square feet of administrative offices,
2,447 of vehicle maintenance area and 109,421 square feet of warehouse space on 14.8 acres.
The site is zoned light industrial and the applicant’s proposal is not consistent with the City of
Meridian’s Comprehensive plan which calls for high density residential on this site.
2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
Direction Land Use Zoning
North Community Business, Medium-High Density Residential &
Medium Density Residential
C-C, R-15 & R-8
South Light Industrial, Community Business & High Density Residential I-L, C-C & R-40
East Light Industrial I-L
West Light Industrial & Rural-Urban Transition (Ada County) I-L & 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:
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TM Creek is a mixed use, office, retail and high-density residential project located southwest
of the site and was approved by the ACHD Commission in February 2014.
Ten Mile Creek East Apartments is 235-multi-family units located southwest of the site and
was approved by ACHD in September 2019.
Twelve Oaks Center is a 4-lot commercial subdivision located southeast of the site and was
approved by ACHD in November 2015.
5. Transit: Transit services are not available to serve this site.
6. New Center Lane Miles: The proposed development includes 0 centerline miles of new public
road.
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):
Linder Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 5-lanes from Franklin Road to Pine
Avenue in 2020. The project includes Bridge #1120.
Linder Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 5-lanes from Overland Road to
Franklin Road and will include a new 4-lane I-84 overpass.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 378 vehicle trips per day; 165 vehicle
trips per hour in the PM peak hour, based on the traffic impact study.
2. Traffic Impact Study
Keller Associates prepared a traffic impact study for the proposed FedEx BOIA Van Station project.
ACHD has reviewed the submitted traffic impact study for consistency with ACHD policies and
practices, and may have additional requirements beyond what is noted in the summary.
The traffic study notes that all study intersections and roadway segments are anticipated to operate
at an acceptable level of service under existing and total traffic conditions.
The study recommends allowing a temporary full access driveway onto Franklin Road to provide
access to the site until Wayfinder Street (north/south collector) is constructed north of Franklin Road
to provide access to the site.
3. Condition of Area Roadways
Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour (VPH)
* Acceptable level of service for a five-lane principal arterial is “E” (1,780 VPH).
4. Average Daily Traffic Count (VDT)
Average daily traffic counts are based on ACHD’s most current traffic counts.
The average daily traffic count for Franklin Road east of Ten Mile Road was 14,211 on
December 19, 2018.
Roadway Frontage Functional
Classification
PM Peak Hour
Traffic Count
PM Peak
Hour Level of
Service
Franklin Road 590-feet Principal Arterial 947 Better than “E”
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C. Findings for Consideration
1. Franklin Road
a. Existing Conditions: Franklin Road is improved with 5-travel lanes, bike lanes, vertical curb,
gutter, and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk abutting the site. There is 90-feet of right-
of-way for Franklin Road (30-feet from the section line).
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.
Minor Improvements Policy: District Policy 7203.3 states that minor improvements to existing
streets adjacent to a proposed development may be required. These improvements are to
correct deficiencies or replace deteriorated facilities. Included are sidewalk construction or
replacement; curb and gutter construction or replacement; replacement of unused driveways
with curb, gutter and sidewalk; installation or reconstruction of pedestrian ramps; pavement
repairs; signs; traffic control devices; and other similar items.
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 Franklin Road is designated in the
MSM as a Commercial 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 hasn’t proposed any improvements to Franklin Road
abutting the site.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: Franklin Road is already improved with 5-travel lanes,
bike lanes, vertical, curb, gutter, and detached sidewalk abutting the site meeting the intent of
the MSM. Therefore, staff does not recommend any additional right-of-way dedication or
improvements as part of this application.
Consistent with ACHD’s Minor Improvement policy, the applicant should be required to replace
any broken or deteriorated portions of curb, gutter, and sidewalk on Franklin Road abutting the
site.
2. Collector Roadways
a. Existing Conditions: There are no collector roadways within the site.
b. Policy:
Collector Street Policy: District policy 7206.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for
improving all collector frontages adjacent to the site or internal to the development as required
below, regardless of whether access is taken to all of the adjacent streets.
Master Street Map and Typologies Policy: District policy 7206.5 states that if the collector
street is designated with a typology on the Master Street Map, that typology shall be considered
for the required street improvements. If there is no typology listed in the Master Street Map,
then standard street sections shall serve as the default.
Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy: District policy 7206.5.2 states that the standard
right-of-way width for collector streets shall typically be 50 to 70-feet, depending on the location
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and width of the sidewalk and the location and use of the roadway. The right-of-way width may
be reduced, with District approval, if the sidewalk is located within an easement; in which case
the District will require a minimum right-of-way width that extends 2-feet behind the back-of-
curb on each side.
The standard street section shall be 46-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb). This width typically
accommodates a single travel lane in each direction, a continuous center left-turn lane, and bike
lanes.
Sidewalk Policy: District policy 7206.5.6 requires a concrete sidewalk at least 5-feet wide to
be constructed on both sides of all collector 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.
New Collector ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master
Street Map (MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, collector street requirements, and specific
roadway features required through development. A new collector roadway was identified on
the MSM with the street typology of Industrial Collector. The new collector roadway should
extend east/west through the site stubbing to the east and west property lines. The Industrial
Collector typology as depicted in the Livable Street Design Guide recommends a 3-lane
roadway with bike lanes, a 46-foot street section within 74-feet of right-of-way.
New Collector ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master
Street Map (MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, collector street requirements, and specific
roadway features required through development. A new collector roadway was identified on
the MSM with the street typology of Industrial Collector. The new collector roadway should
extend north/south through the site tying into a new east/west collector roadway near the site’s
north property line. The Industrial Collector typology as depicted in the Livable Street Design
Guide recommends a 3-lane roadway with bike lanes, a 46-foot street section within 74-feet of
right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct a new east/west industrial
collector roadway located approximately 447-feet north of Franklin Road as a 46-foot wide
collector street section with vertical curb, gutter, and attached sidewalk within 72-feet of right-
of-way. The applicant has proposed to stop the roadway approximately 60-feet short of the
west property line.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The MSM shows new industrial collector roadways
along the site’s west property line and near the north property of the site. The applicant has
proposed to relocate the east/west collector south to provide access to the site. The applicant
has not proposed to construct any portion of the north/south collector shown on the west
property line.
Both ACHD and City of Meridian staff are supportive of the applicant’s proposal to relocate the
east/west collector to the south, as the roadway will still provide access and connectivity to the
adjacent parcels. Due to the relocation of the east/west collector to the south the north/south
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collector no longer needs to extend through the site, as the collector roadways will intersect at
the site’s southwest property line.
When constructed the north/south collector roadway will extend north from an existing public
street approach constructed on Franklin Road. The approach is centered between two parcels
and both property owners will need to develop in order for the roadway to be extended in the
future. Due to the location of the approach additional right-of-way from this site may be
necessary to allow for the construction of the north/south collector in this current alignment.
Therefore, staff recommends that additional right-of-way be dedicated south of the proposed
east/west collector to ensure the construction of the north/south collector and to allow access
to the east/west collector for the Bowers parcels located at 2740 and 2770 W. Franklin Road,
when they develop in the future. The additional right-of-way dedication is shown in red below.
Site =
MSM Collector Location =
Proposed Collector Re-alignment =
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The applicant’s proposal to construct the east/west collector roadway as a 46-foot wide
industrial collector street section with curb, gutter, and sidewalk is consistent with the MSM and
District policy and should be approved, as proposed. 7-foot wide attached sidewalks are
required on collector roadways. The right-of-way for the east/west collector should extend to 2-
feet behind the back of the sidewalk.
Staff is supportive of the applicant’s proposal to stop the construction of the east/west collector
approximately 60-feet short of the west property line, as this prevents the need for the
construction of a temporary turnaround. Staff recommend that right-of-way be dedicated to the
west property line and that a road trust deposit be provided to allow for the future construction
of the roadway when the north/south collector is constructed or the parcel to the west develops
and extends the road into the adjacent parcel. A road trust deposit in the amount of $14,500.00
should be provide prior to plan approval for this project.
3. Stub Streets
a. Existing Conditions: There are no stub streets to or from the site.
b. Policy:
Bowers Parcels
Additional right-of-way
dedication =
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Stub Street Policy: District policy 7206.2.4.3 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 7206.2.4, 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 IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS
STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED 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: District policy 7206.2.4.4 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 the east/west collector roadway
to stub to the east and west property lines located 447-feet north of Franklin Road.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant’s proposal meets District policy and
should be approved, as proposed. The applicant should be required to install signs at the east
and west terminus of the roadway stating that, “THIS IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR
ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.”
Temporary turnaround are not required, as the stub streets are less than 150-feet in length.
4. Driveways
4.1 Franklin Road
a. Existing Conditions: There are no driveways onto Franklin Road from 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 1b under District policy 7205.4.7, unless a waiver for the access point has been approved
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.
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Successive Driveways: District policy 7205.4.7 Table 1b, requires driveways located on
principal arterial roadways with a speed limit of 45 MPH to align or offset a minimum of 450-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 construct one 30-foot wide temporary
full access driveway onto Franklin Road located approximately 470-feet east of the future
north/south collector and 16-feet west of the east property line. This driveway is proposed to
offset an existing driveway west of the site by 160-feet.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal does not meet District Access
Management or Successive Driveway policies however, staff recommends a modification of
policy to allow the driveway to be located as proposed due to the fact that at this time the site
only has frontage on Franklin Road, the proposed driveway way is temporary until access
becomes available via the north/south collector roadway, and there are no driveways across
from the site.
This driveway will be closed when the north/south collector is constructed, or the east/west
collector is extended to provide alternative access to the site.
To ensure the driveway is closed when alternative access is available the applicant should be
required to provide a road trust deposit in the amount of $700.00 to allow for the driveway to be
closed with vertical curb, gutter, and sidewalk to match the improvements on either side.
4.2 East/West Collector Roadway
a. Existing Conditions: There are no collector roadways within or adjacent to the site.
b. Policy:
Access 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.
District Policy 7206.1 states that the primary function of a collector is to intercept traffic from the
local street system and carry that traffic to the nearest arterial. A secondary function is to service
adjacent property. Access will be limited or controlled. Collectors may also be designated at
bicycle and bus routes.
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Driveway Location Policy (Signalized Intersection): District policy 7206.4.3 requires
driveways located on collector roadways near a signalized intersection to be located outside
the area of influence; OR a minimum of 440-feet from the signalized intersection for a full-access
driveway and a minimum of 220-feet from the signalized intersection for a right-in/right-out only
driveway. Dimensions shall be measured from the centerline of the intersection to the centerline
of the driveway.
Driveway Location Policy (Stop Controlled Intersection): District policy 7206.4.4 requires
driveways located on collector roadways near a STOP controlled intersection to be located
outside of the area of influence; OR a minimum of 150-feet from the intersection, whichever is
greater. Dimensions shall be measured from the centerline of the intersection to the centerline
of the driveway.
Successive Driveways: District policy 7206.4.5 Table 1, requires driveways located on
collector roadways with a speed limit of 25 MPH and daily traffic volumes greater than 100 VTD
to align or offset a minimum of 245-feet from any existing or proposed driveway.
Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7206.4.6 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,
7206.4.6, 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 7206.4.6.
Minor Improvements Policy: District Policy 7203.3 states that minor improvements to existing
streets adjacent to a proposed development may be required. These improvements are to
correct deficiencies or replace deteriorated facilities. Included are sidewalk construction or
replacement; curb and gutter construction or replacement; replacement of unused driveways
with curb, gutter and sidewalk; installation or reconstruction of pedestrian ramps; pavement
repairs; signs; traffic control devices; and other similar items.
c. Applicant’s Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct one 32-foot wide driveway
and two 30-foot wide driveways onto the east/west collector roadway. The 32-foot wide
driveway is proposed to be located 150-feet east of the west property line and the two 30-foot
wide driveways are proposed to be located on the north and south side of the east/west collector
and be located at the east property line. The driveways are proposed to offset by 330-feet.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meet’s District policy and
should be approved, as proposed.
5. 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.
6. 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
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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.
7. Other Access
Franklin Road is classified as a principal arterial roadway and the east/west collector is classified
as a collector roadway. Other than the access specifically approved with this application, direct lot
access is prohibited to these roadways.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Replace any broken or deteriorated portions of curb, gutter, and sidewalk on Franklin Road abutting
the site.
2. Construct a new east/west industrial collector roadway located approximately 447-feet north of
Franklin Road as a 46-foot wide collector street section with vertical curb, gutter, and attached
sidewalk within 74-feet of right-of-way. Stop construction of the roadway 60-feet short of the west
property line, as proposed.
3. Dedicate 74-feet of right-of-way to the west property line and provide a road trust deposit in the
amount of $14,500.00 to allow for the future construction of the remaining 60-feet of the east/west
collector.
4. Install signs at the east and west terminus of the east/west collector roadway stating that, “THIS IS
A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND
WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.”
5. Dedicate additional right-of-way south of the east/west collector roadway as shown on page 6.
6. Construct one 30-foot wide temporary full access curb return driveway onto Franklin Road located
16-feet west of the east property line, as proposed. This driveway will be closed when the
north/south collector is constructed, or the east/west collector is extended to provide alternative
access to the site. Provide a road trust deposit in the amount of $700.00 to allow for the future
closer of this driveway.
7. Construct one 32-foot wide curb return driveway located 150-feet east of the west property line.
8. Construct two 30-foot wide curb return driveways onto the east/west collector roadway located on
the north and south side of at the roadway located at the east property line.
9. Other than access approved as part of this application direct lot access to Franklin Road and the
east/west collector is prohibited.
10. 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.
11. Payment of impact fees is due prior to issuance of a building permit.
12. 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.
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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
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. Appeal Guidelines
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VICINITY MAP
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SITE PLAN
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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.