2020-06-25 ACHD Staff Report Development Services Department
CHD
Project/File: Modern Craftsman at Black Cat/ MPP19-0023/ H-2020-0022
This is a rezone, short plat, and conditional use permit application to rezone 0.74 acres
to C-C and 20.85 acres to R-15 for 2 building lots and 2 common lots to develop 195
single family, duplex and multi-family units on 20.13 acres with a development
agreement modification with the City of Meridian.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian
Site address: 4740 W. Chinden Blvd. Vicinity Map
Staff Approval: May 27, 2020
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Applicant: Baron Black Cat LLC
1401 17th Street Suite 700
Denver, CO 80202 _
Representative: Kent Brown -
Kent Brown Planning Services
3161 E. Springwood Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642
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Staff Contact: Paige Bankhead, E.I.
Phone: 387-6293
E-mail: pbankhead(c_achdidaho.org
A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of a rezone, short plat and
conditional use permit to rezone 0.74 acres to C-C and 20.85 acres to R-15 for 2 building lots and
2 common lots in order to develop 195 single family, duplex and multi-family units on 20.13 acres.
The applicant is also requesting approval of a development agreement modification with the City
of Meridian to remove the site from the boundaries of previous agreements and enter into a new
development agreement.
The City of Meridian Comprehensive Plan designates this area as mixed use.
2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
Direction Land Use Zoning
North Medium Density Residential/Medium-Low Density Residential R-8/R-4
South Limited Office/Medium Density Residential L-O/R-8
East Neighborhood Business/Medium-High Density Residential C-N/R-15
West Community Business/Medium Density Residential C-C/R-8
3. Site History: ACHD has not previously reviewed this site for a development application.
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4. Adjacent Development: The following developments are pending or underway in the vicinity of the
site:
• Fairbourne Subdivision, rezone and preliminary plat to approve 176 buildings lots and 26
commons lots on 66 acres directly west of the site, approved by ACHD July 12, 2018.
5. Transit: Transit services are not available to serve this site.
6. New Center Lane Miles: The proposed development includes 0.0 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):
• Black Cat Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 3-lanes from McMillan Road to US
20/26/Chinden Boulevard between 2026 and 2030.
• The intersection of Black Cat Road and US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard is listed in the CIP to
be widened to 5-lanes on the north leg, 5-lanes on the south, 6-lanes east, and 6-lanes on the
west leg, and signalized between 2026 and 2030.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 2,341 additional vehicle trips per day
(411 existing); 257 additional vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak hour (10 existing), based on the
traffic impact study.
2. Traffic Impact Study
CR Engineering, Inc. prepared a traffic impact study for the proposed Modern Craftsman at Black
Cat development. The executive summary of the findings as presented by CR Engineering and
can be found in Attachment 3. The executive summary is not the opinion of ACHD staff. 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. ACHD Staff
comments on the submitted traffic impact study can be found below under staff comments.
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Alternative Mitigation Measures Policy
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a. Mitigation Proposals: Mitigation recommendations shall be provided within the report. At a
minimum, for each roadway segment and intersection that does not meet the minimum
acceptable level of service planning threshold or v/c ratio, the report must discuss feasible
measures to avoid or reduce the impact to the system. To be considered adequate, measures
should be specific and feasible. Mitigation may also include:
• Revision to the Phasing Plan to coincide with the District's planning Capital Projects.
• Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
Alternative Mitigation Measures: 7106.7.3 states that if traditional mitigation measures
such as roadway widening and intersection improvements are infeasible as determined by
ACHD, the TIS may recommend alternative mitigation measures. Alternative mitigation
measures shall demonstrate that impacts from the project will be offset.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are programmed as funded in
the Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP) or the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP);
no alternative mitigation is required.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are not programmed in either
the IFYWP or the CIP; the applicant may (i) analyze the shoulder hour and (ii) provide
a safety analysis to determine alternative mitigation requirements.
o If the impacted roadway segments and intersections meet the minimum
acceptable level of service planning thresholds in the shoulder hour the
applicant may suggest feasible alternative mitigation such as: sidewalks, bike
facilities, connectivity, safety improvements, etc. within 1.5 miles of the
proposed development.
o If the shoulder hour planning thresholds are exceeded the applicant may
request to enter into a Development Agreement and pay into the Priority
Corridor Fund an amount determined by the ACHD to offset impacts from the
project.
• Alternative Mitigation may also include:
o Revision to the Phasing Plan to coincide with the District's future Capital
Projects.
o Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
Staff Comments/Recommendations: Staff has reviewed the submitted traffic impact study
(TIS)and generally agrees with the findings and recommendations. The TIS notes that the under
2019 existing traffic conditions that the Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road intersection does not
operate at an acceptable level of service and the installation of a signal is recommended. The
site traffic during the PM peak hour is 2.6% of the 2024 total traffic at this intersection, however,
the PM peak hour site traffic for the southbound left-turn lane is 11.1% of the 2024 total traffic.
Typically, the applicant would be required to install mitigation measures at the intersection
because the site traffic for the southbound left-turn lane is greater than 10% of the total traffic in
that turn lane consistent with District policy for Alternative Mitigation Measures. However, as part
the Lost Rapids Subdivision, approved by ACHD on February 28, 2018, that applicant proposed
to and was conditioned to widen Chinden Boulevard to 4 lanes between Linder Road and SH-16
and to signalize the Black Cat/Chinden Boulevard intersection. The TIS indicated that the
intersection will meet ACHD level of service planning thresholds under the 2024 total build out
traffic with these improvements. These improvements are funded through a Sales Tax
Anticipation Revenue Reimbursement Agreement (STAR Agreement) with the Lost Rapids
Subdivision applicant, ITD and ACHD that was executed in December 2018. The STAR
Agreement has been executed and the Lost Rapids Subdivision applicant is proceeding with the
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intersection improvements, therefore, no additional mitigation or improvements to the Black Cat
Road/Chinden Boulevard intersection are recommended with this development application.
Furthermore, Black Cat Road/ Chinden Boulevard is listed in the CIP to be to be widened and
signalized between 2026 and 2030. Thus, consistent with District Policy for Alternative
Mitigation Measures, no additional mitigation measures should be required for this intersection.
The TIS identified that the Levi Lane/Chinden Boulevard intersection will exceed ACHD's
acceptable level of planning thresholds under the 2024 background traffic and recommended
mitigation. However, the site traffic at this intersection is 2.0% of the total traffic for the PM peak
hour. Therefore, no improvements are required for this intersection with this development
consistent with District policy for Level of Service Planning Thresholds, that states a proposed
development with site traffic less than 10% of the existing downstream roadway or intersection
peak hour traffic shall not be required to provide mitigation for a roadway or intersection that
currently exceeds minimum acceptable level of service planning threshold or V/C ratio.
The TIS indicated that turn lanes are not warranted for the 2 proposed private drives onto Black
Cat Road, and the proposed private drive onto Tree Crest Drive.
The TIS also indicated that all roadway segments are expected to meet ACHD's level or service
planning thresholds with the existing lane configuration and the 2024 total build-out traffic.
ITD is requiring the following prior to occupancy:
• Remove the existing approach onto Chinden Boulevard 285-feet east of Black Cat Road.
• A westbound right turn lane at US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard and Black Cat Road is
warranted at full build out. ITD estimated the proposed intersection improvement as
$237,957. The developer should pay a proportionate share of $51,874 (21.8%) to the
future intersection treatment based off of total westbound right turn trips at full build out.
• The developer should pay a proportionate share of the corridor improvements for US
20/26 between Levi Lane and Tree Farm Way. ITD estimated the remaining corridor
improvements as $6,024,222. The developer should pay a proportionate share, $78,315
(1.3%) to the corridor improvements.
To ensure ITD's requirements are met , staff recommends the City of Meridian include all of ITD's
requirements as a part of their conditions of approval. If ITD requirements are not met, the impact
to ACHD's system will increase.
The requirements should be completed prior to signature of the final plat. If these cannot be
met, the applicant should be required to submit a revised development application and updated
TIS for review and action by ACHD.
3. 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
**US 20/26— 1,266-feet Principal 1,057 N/A N/A
Chinden Blvd. Arterial
Black Cat Road 905-feet Collector 389 Better than Better than
"D„ "D„
Tree Crest Drive 1,255-feet Collector 25 Better than Better than
D„ <<D„
Tree Farm Way 0-feet Collector 179 Better than Better than
"D„ "D„
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* Acceptable level of service for a two-lane collector is "D" (425 VPH).
* Acceptable level of service for a three-lane collector is "D" (530 VPH).
** ACHD does not set level of service thresholds for State Highways.
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 Black Cat Road north of US 20/26 was 791 on 7/9/2019.
• The average daily traffic count for Tree Crest Drive east of Black Cat Road was 258 on
7/9/2019.
• The average daily traffic count for Tree Farm Road north of US 20/26 was 3,595 on 7/9/2019.
C. Findings for Consideration
1. US 20/26 /Chinden Boulevard
US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard is under the jurisdiction of the Idaho Transportation Department(ITD).
The applicant, the City of Meridian, and ITD should work together to determine if additional right-
of-way or improvements are necessary on US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard.
Staff Comments/Recommendations: ITD provided specific comments and recommendations on
the TIS and has established the following requirements:
• Remove the existing approach 285-feet east of Black Cat Road.
• A westbound right turn lane at Chinden Boulevard and Black Cat Road is warranted at
full build out. ITD estimated the proposed intersection improvement as $237,957. The
developer should pay a proportionate share of$51,874 (21.8%) to the future intersection
treatment based off of total westbound right turn trips at full build out.
• The developer should pay a proportionate share of the corridor improvements for US
20/26 between Levi Lane and Tree Farm Way. ITD estimated the remaining corridor
improvements as $6,024,222. The developer should pay a proportionate share, $78,315
(1.3%) to the corridor improvements.
To ensure ITD's requirements are met, staff recommends the City of Meridian include all of ITD's
requirements as a part of their conditions of approval. If ITD's requirements are not met, the
impact to ACHD's system will increase.
The requirements should be completed prior to signature of the final plat. If these requirements
cannot be met, the applicant should be required to submit a revised development application and
updated TIS for review and action by ACHD.
2. Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road Intersection
As noted above, the Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road intersection does not currently operate
at an acceptable level of service. The applicant of the Lost Rapids Subdivision has executed the
STAR Agreement and the proposed improvements to Chinden Boulevard and the Chinden
Boulevard/Black Cat intersection will be constructed prior to the development's construction. The
intersection will meet ACHD's level of service planning thresholds under 2024 total traffic build
out conditions with these improvements. Since the STAR Agreement has been executed and the
Lost Rapids Subdivision applicant is proceeding with the intersection improvements, no
additional mitigation or improvements to the Black Cat Road/Chinden Boulevard intersection are
recommended with this development application.
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Furthermore, Black Cat Road/ Chinden Boulevard is listed in the CIP to be to be widened and
signalized between 2026 and 2030. Thus, consistent with District Policy for Alternative
Mitigation Measures, no additional mitigation measures should be required for this intersection.
3. Black Cat Road
a. Existing Conditions: Black Cat Road is improved with 3-travel lanes at the intersection with
Chinden Boulevard and 2-travel lanes with no curb, gutter or sidewalk abutting the site, except
for the 95-foot long segment of Black Cat Road just south of Tree Crest Drive where there is
vertical curb, gutter and detached 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk. There is 65 to 85-feet of right-
of-way for Black Cat Road (30 to 40-feet from centerline).
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
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.
Residential Collector Policy: District policy 7206.5.2 states that the standard street section
for a collector in a residential area shall be 36-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb). The District
will consider a 33-foot or 29-foot street section with written fire department approval and taking
into consideration the needs of the adjacent land use, the projected volumes, the need for
bicycle lanes, and on-street parking.
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.
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
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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, collector street requirements, and specific roadway
features required through development. This segment of Black Cat Road is designated in the
MSM as a Residential Collector with 2-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 36-foot street section
within 50 to 70-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has proposed to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-
feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road abutting the site. The applicant has proposed to
improve Black Cat Road abutting the site north of proposed Waverton Drive as '/z of a 36-foot
wide residential collector street section with pavement widening, vertical curb, gutter, an 8-foot
wide planter strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk to match the existing
improvements to the north with right-of-way extending to 1-foot behind the back of sidewalk.
The applicant has proposed to improve Black Cat Road abutting the site south of proposed
Waverton Drive with pavement widening to 18-feet from centerline and a 5-foot wide detached
concrete sidewalk constructed on the east side of the existing 11-foot wide swale with right-of-
way extending to 1-foot behind the back edge of sidewalk.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations:
Black Cat Road —Chinden Boulevard to Waverton Drive: The Black Cat Road/US 20/26
intersection is listed in the CIP for improvements between 2026 and 2030 with the north leg
abutting the site widened to 5-lanes within 96-feet of right-of-way (48-feet from centerline).
The applicant has proposed to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-feet from the
centerline of the roadway abutting the site for Black Cat Road. To accommodate the future
intersection widening, the applicant should be required to dedicate additional right-of-way to
total 48-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road from Chinden Boulevard north 250-feet.
The applicant may taper the right-of-way to 37-feet from the centerline of the roadway for the
remainder of Black Cat Road, as proposed, as this meets District policy for collector right-of-
way requirements. Consistent with District policy, the applicant will receive compensation for
the right-of-way dedication 250-feet north of Chinden Boulevard as the intersection project is
listed in the CIP.
The applicant should be required to improve Black Cat Road at Waverton Drive with
pavement widening to total 23-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road, consistent with the
ACHD action for Fairbourne Subdivision to construct Black Cat Road as '/2 of 46-foot collector
street section at Waverton Drive to accommodate a center turn lane. Staff does not
recommend the construction of curb and gutter on this section of Black Cat Road, as this area
is within the influence area of the Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road intersection and will be
completely built out as part of the intersection widening and signalization project.
The applicant should be required to construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk
located a minimum of 41-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road for the first 250-feet north
of Chinden Boulevard. The sidewalk should then taper to be located a minimum of 30-feet
from the centerline of Black Cat Road at Waverton Drive. If street trees are desired, an 8-foot
wide planter strip is required. The applicant may provide a permanent right-of-way easement
for detached sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way that extends from the
right-of-way line to 2-feet behind the back of sidewalk.
Black Cat Road — north of Waverton Drive abutting the site: From Waverton Drive,
improve Black Cat Road as '/z of a 46-foot wide collector street section with pavement
widening to total 23-feet from the centerline of the roadway, vertical curb, gutter, and 5-foot
wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum of 30-feet from the centerline of Black
Cat Road tapering to '/2 of a 36-foot wide collector street section with pavement widening to
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18-feet, vertical curb, gutter, and a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum
of 26-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road to match the existing improvements to the
north abutting the site.
The applicant's proposal to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-feet from the centerline
of Black Cat Road for this segment meets District policy and should be approved, as
proposed. For detached sidewalks located outside of dedicated right-of-way, the applicant
may provide a permanent right-of-way easement that extends from the right-of-way line to 2-
feet behind the back of sidewalk.
Consistent with the District policy for Minor Improvements, the applicant should be required to
replace any broken or deteriorated segments of pavement, curb, gutter and/or sidewalk
abutting the site on Black Cat Road.
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4. Tree Crest Drive
a. Existing Conditions: Tree Crest Drive is improved with 2-travel lanes and vertical curb, gutter,
bike lanes, and a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk abutting the site. There is 60-feet of
right-of-way for Tree Crest Drive (30-feet from centerline).
b. Policy:
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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
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.
Residential Collector Policy: District policy 7206.5.2 states that the standard street section
for a collector in a residential area shall be 36-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb). The District
will consider a 33-foot or 29-foot street section with written fire department approval and taking
into consideration the needs of the adjacent land use, the projected volumes, the need for
bicycle lanes, and on-street parking.
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.
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, collector street requirements, and specific roadway
features required through development. This segment of Tree Crest Drive is designated in the
MSM as a Residential Collector with 2-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 36-foot street section
within 50 to 70-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has not proposed any improvements to Tree Crest Drive
abutting the site.
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d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: Tree Crest Drive is already improved with 2-travel
lanes, vertical curb, gutter, bike lanes and detached 5-foot sidewalk within 60-feet of right-of-
way abutting the site consistent with the MSM. Therefore, staff recommends no further
improvements to Tree Crest Drive abutting the site with this development application.
Consistent with the District policy for Minor Improvements, the applicant should be required to
replace any broken or deteriorated segments of pavement, curb, gutter and/or sidewalk
abutting the site on Tree Crest Drive.
5. Driveways/Private Roads - Black Cat Road/Tree Crest Drive
a. Existing Conditions: There is an existing 20-foot wide unpaved driveway onto Black Cat Road
located 260-feet north of Chinden Boulevard.
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.
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.
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.
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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 close the existing 20-foot wide driveway
located 260-feet north of Chinden Boulevard with sidewalk to match improvements on either
side.
The applicant has also proposed to construct a 25-foot wide paved, right-in/right-out only curb
return type private drive onto Black Cat Road located 330-feet north of Chinden Boulevard. The
applicant has also proposed to construct a 45-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive
onto Black Cat Road located 650-feet north of Chinden Boulevard to align centerline to
centerline with Waverton Drive to the west that is proposed to be constructed with Fairbourne
Subdivision. The applicant has proposed to construct a landscape island outside of the right-of-
way.
The applicant has proposed to construct a 30-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive
onto Tree Crest Drive located 560-feet east of Black Cat Road.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District policy and
should be approved, as proposed. Consistent with District policy, the applicant should be
required to restrict the private road access onto Black Cat Road located 330-feet north of
Chinden Boulevard to right-in/right-out only with the installation of a 6" raised concrete median
with the appropriate reflectors. The median should begin at Chinden Boulevard and extend 75-
feet north beyond the driveway.
If the City of Meridian approves the private roads, the applicant shall be required to pave the
private roadway its full width 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. 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 roads. 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 roads, 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 47-feet of right-of-way for the road.
• Construct the roadway to the minimum ACHD requirements.
• Construct a stub street to the surrounding parcels.
6. 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.
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7. 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.
8. Other Access
Black Cat Road and Tree Crest Drive are classified as a collector roadways. 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. If the requirements from ITD are not met as outlined in Findings for Consideration 1, then the
impact to ACHD's system will increase. The requirements shall be completed prior to signature
on the final plat. If the requirements cannot be met, the applicant shall be required to submit a
revised development application and updated TIS for review and action by ACHD.
2. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total a minimum 48-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road
abutting the site from Chinden Boulevard north 250-feet and then taper to 37-feet of right-of-way
from the centerline of Black Cat Road, as proposed. Compensation will be provided for the right-of-
way dedication 250-feet north of Chinden Boulevard.
3. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Black Cat Road located a minimum of 41-
feet from the centerline for the first 250-feet north of Chinden Boulevard. The sidewalk should
then taper to be located a minimum of 30-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road approaching
Waverton Drive. For detached sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way, the
applicant may provide a permanent right-of-way easement.
4. Improve Black Cat Road from Chinden Boulevard to Waverton Drive abutting the site as '/2 46-foot
wide collector street section with pavement widening to 23-feet from the centerline of the roadway
to align with the construction of Black Cat Road as '/2 of a 46-foot wide collector street section with
Fairbourne Subdivision to the west. Curb and gutter are not required on this segment of Black
Cat road.
5. Improve Black Cat Road north of Waverton Drive as '/2 of a 46-foot wide collector street section
with pavement widening to 23-feet from the centerline of the roadway, vertical curb, gutter, and 5-
foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum of 30-feet from the centerline of Black
Cat Road tapering to '/2 of a 36-foot wide collector street section with pavement widening to 18-
feet from the centerline of the roadway, vertical curb, gutter, and a 5-foot wide detached concrete
sidewalk located a minimum of 26-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road abutting the site to
match the existing improvements to the north abutting the site. The taper from a 46-foot wide
collector street section to a 36-foot wide collector street section should align with the taper
constructed on the west side of Black Cat Road with Fairbourne Subdivision. For detached
sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way, the applicant may provide a permanent
right-of-way easement.
6. Consistent with the District policy for Minor Improvements, the applicant should be required to
replace any broken or deteriorated segments of pavement, curb, gutter and/or sidewalk abutting
the site on Tree Crest Drive and Black Cat Road.
7. Construct a 30-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive onto Tree Crest Drive 560-feet east
of Black Cat Road, as proposed.
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8. Construct a 45-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive onto Black Cat Road 650-feet north
of Chinden Boulevard to align centerline to centerline with Waverton Drive that is proposed to be
constructed with the Fairbourne Subdivision to the west, as proposed. If a landscape island is
proposed, it shall be located outside of the right-of-way.
9. Construct a 25-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive onto Black Cat Road 330-feet north
of Chinden Boulevard, as proposed.
10. Install a 6" raised median on Black Cat Road starting at Chinden Boulevard and extend it north
75-feet beyond the southern private drive onto Black Cat Road located 330-feet north of Chinden
Boulevard to restrict access to right-in/right-out only.
11. 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.
12. Close the existing 20-foot wide driveway located 260-feet north of Chinden Boulevard with sidewalk
to match improvements on either side, as proposed.
13. Other than the access specifically approved with this application, direct lot access to Black Cat
Road and Tree Crest Drive is prohibited to these roadways and should be noted on the final plat.
14. 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.
15. Payment of impact fees is due prior to issuance of a building permit.
16. 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.
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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. TIS Executive Summary
4. Utility Coordinating Council
5. Development Process Checklist
6. Request for Reconsideration Guidelines OR Appeal Guidelines
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EXECUTIVE U M M A RY
Barcin PrGperties retained CR Engineering: Inc. to prLTare a traic impact study ) for the propped Black Cat
linden Apartments located in the northeast quadrant of the Black Cat Road and Chinden Boule%-.Lrd mtusectian
in Meridian,Idaho, as shay m in Figure 1.1. The mope of this I'I.S was dgtennined through coordination with the
Idaho TranspGrt3tion Depavme= MITI]) and the Ala Cant} Highuray District (ACHD) with inputs from tl'e
Con mu ity Ply Associatiam of SouffLwe,,-t Idaho (COM?A5S)_
The TIS e-raluaters the potential traffic imparts resulting frcm baclZan d traffic growth,off dmTlopmentr.in
the area, and the propmed denvlopmeat, and identifies =pwave eons to mitigate the impacts if needed. Traffic
impact} were ev ahiatBd under week&v AID and PM peak hours traffic conditions. rable 1. Pmmmarzer. the
imgrGvement needed to mitigate the traffic imgactr,for the fDHowing analysis years traffic conditions:
2019 Rmisti gtraffic
2024 Build-out year backg1or nrl traffic
2024 Build-out year total traffic
Table 1 —Wopowd.Intersection Improvements Summary
MM Bm7d-Ont Year
2019
InttrSeCliez Fisting Backjound ToW
Tree Fame way
and NOZI3 NOZI3 None
B I K-k Cw Roa d
Le.i Lie Signal r widen None
indan Boulevmd 433 mtenectioa- beyond prior LukprGkementst
BIK-k Cat Road
End Interim signal Signal:widen None
ChLudIm Boulevmd with existing lanes intersecti*nt beyond prior unpmvemEnTsti
Tree Fmrm Way
�d ��103, None beyond None
i ndRn Baale��rd off-SiOL LMPTG,EMHUS bey oad prior i apra EMMIS
;2nd Naa-2 None Tina-gray shop-controlled
Tree Clest Drive intusectioa
Nor&Access
� � LTwignr�� T�c�ay shap�ontrGlled
Black Cot Rid T-inter�� inter cticm
S awdl A«ass 'RIRO RIRO
;2nd as
BIK-k at Road Umigwlized T-is-ersertiiom unsipaliRe1 interqK:tvm
One or mane lane gnoug-6otumefraga ity(v c)ratios exceed 0.90 but nut grea:er tYtao 1.
i OvimM mbas.emna-Wt=093 do mg PM pew bcnu
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1.0 Proposed Development
1.1 $Lark Clat Chin,dEn Apw=.ents is a pied mL die dff�e m®t mtimated to-inrtude 188 nmlli-family
dwaUi g mlits amid 10.800 square feet of€o mulzial Lmd a-w..ThLL cgxk-ed bi&d- rt year is 2P2#hn mars
change depeading the mark et c one doss_
1.2 used on the pmoee}oufiined m the Trip mrad ' and the TH
p CvrArawm
-U aFr Rr bDlh published by the h=ft to of Imqi�wti,om Eupcem (rM). the pad
dh-velo mE=is est wted to pemmte approaQmsbety 2,-.-M taps pEr-weekday with 24-4 try rhmuLg &e AM
peak ti=ad 209 wigs dm*the P164 peak hamr.
Ii Eased on the pmopased ]and use aad TTE metba olr dies. >te deg Japmpmt is eKpeCtei to mtenuDy
caphm 1% of th,e Al�i peak how fps aad 1V�-h of the P-M peak bona trips %-3thm the aTe.
i The dnvL opmmmt Is egertEd to g emerate 3 0 pm s-hy trips m the R-M peak bmr bas ed on TIE pass,-by
rubes for the prop" immiemW ]and use No TTE passim trip rubes are ar m able for te proposed
comnmu a].Land use m the Ahi peak how and was not m-Ludled m dm a mlys3s.
i All trips gEneried by the dL%-F]opment vAue asam3ed to be m xk 4v p rsom&or comamesaal-%Mkdes_
1.3 'Ih,e;es>bm led site try dstri kibm patters are:
& 25%-qrith onpnYdesamti,o-ns West of dM sae
-b with on paYdeptim tlGm east ofthe site
25%wrth on pm delm mom south o{the ate
14 BLack C�t Chindea.A 3m is propasmg two accesses on Rlaa Cat Rrxad and eoe scuss on TYw Cry
Lxrive fdr ate access:
Proposed south aocess cn MrL {Lt Rand
■ LOoabed appr011hWbet} 830 feet north of Chmdeu Bcuhraad afipmUg wim&E pmop" right-in
rip—= O)appum h for Fusty= Subknum t4 the west
t Fasukted to RUD mwvmieuts cal:'
+ %(Est ACHD miniTmmr draw a} ,wing ou a 25-uqk collector street
+ Is met a z: d to requae tum Lines ba.}ed oa k 's turn-lame pzddines
t F-xpe'bedta meet miTdn-n apE ttieoal twmhokh
■ Proposed wits access ou BLaa Cat-load
+ Lambed appm=bEly 650 faem wrk of a n,dEn HGube-.•ard and 860 feet somh of Tree Orest Way
al;R In7 with Wawutau Iriue, u proposed caectu street to tLe west
+ Nor&acoess is proposed as a full accees
t ACHD miniTrmrrr drhv%ay awing ou a 2Y-mph cohector strut
+ Is met eked to require tics Lanes based on CEID's ran-lame Vid ines
t F-xpe'bed to meet mirrinnlrn a uatieoal tweshokis
■ Proposed east u o oe s s oms Tie Crest Drive
+ Lambed ammo- 1) A% fine# east of Rlwl at Road aligning with 'pawing Park Way, a
collector roa,dvimy LntG Tree Famm REA rum tiul Si*Pdh-1saon to dm north
• Fast u c oe ss is proposed as u full arc c ess
+ -Mew ACM mmdrmFm drikm-ay qm=g on a 25-niph cGLKtar sit feet minirrnmn for local
street based on ACED PGlirlr§ 206.#_s)
• h nDt a .ed to require tarn Lines based on CEID's 7=-]am pudd ms
t F.xxpec e'd to meet m i m n_n apa-a-b o cal tresho Ld;
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2.0 hnprovemen zs Needed Fo Miriga Fe 2019 Exis i}ng Traffic
2-1 With 2019 a dsting trams, all stL>dv arm mammy �e Ew cm--mfly nx--et ACTID:s bey-eL of San!re pLMaing
d eshl d v.-Ah the ongug lames c aafi pmti on. Be s KleS the Ur MSeCb On M3F MVMM+E. DO MBdhMy ESPaCWw
ink Ien=e� me proposed bo mitigalg 2019 ed toting tic comd d=.
2-2 W-ith 2019 odsf g traf€, cm shy an a iumsec ion cwrmdv eat eeds =s and•'F ACMD's minin=iru
Gabon& tkeakal& aaalr-Led vi7LbL dw odsb g inre,-4rsrri�n con--aL and lam hpmbou. The
mbu-A=n and pFopo snd L p rmvnmn& am_
■ Rlaa Cat Rosd and ChimdeaEkmb m-d mbasec=
f IMbEdM SLP1 Vj7th e-Xi Sd Th 13M tMflPMt]OmL-
3.0 hnproveami is Needed Fo Miriga Fe 20 24 Background Traffic
3-1. the fnllraing madwmv and intaseafim iu4mn minus are expeated ID be cons t urbed bpy 2024 as
pro bra n mn e1 m the rM Ids 1hmgx ria7un =), EM stir 2 6 la L ruder
No. 2 MG), and v.-ne inducted m the 2024 b ckgra,ram r�,c m4mct wma rms. 'ThR!se =-Fmm Tema-RMTe
-Kammmded too- nA pte the trams Lrpae -nuah--d by the pmopmed off-s,ibe dLn*lrpmv= is the am
mdweie negmred as oh ms of the den-eboTpel:s 2ppm-ml-
Cknd6n,E Iciwd vii6med and ia�Ed to frve l= tetv.-een, SH 16 and I.iFORr toad
Signalise and widen?ni Tom and m-d uuFjm ctioawith the faoaing lanes:
S amuboicad app--a3ch-T%vD beli#irb Lance aid oae aged tn: gWn&-ca a law
11,wuboirad app-oath-Oe IE t4can lane-ana one s1amd dnvuofnght4=Lane
Ear 3ppcoach-One left-tam lane, me thrmg1i lame. and one sLved thmonqft t-tnm lame
We EbcpLm-d appm 2ch-One left-tarn lamp. two thmonigli lanes. :md one right-tum lme
Sindi a and w-3dea 31aa Cat lead and Chinde a Bad ev3rd lubam rhm viih the Rgavulg lam:
S amuboicad app--a arch-Gb2 l efts law and one s1o7Ed duruofn ght4=LaDe
11,wuboirad approach-Gb2 lefty lam and one s1omd duruofnghter LaDe
Ea�tbmad qygoach- One left-tam lama awe dnueh lane. and om -hrn lime
WeEb Lmd appmoar-h-Ow left-tarn lame? cm ttironmah lame. and me sLved t kmiq�L t-tun lime
■ 1 bim IreL m Wzy and Chmd aE aben-ard mbumemm vith the {0ouing lam:
S amuboicad app--a ach-Gb2 l efts lam and one s1ued dirou 01hi ght4=LaDe
11,wuboirad app-oath-Gb2 lefty lam and one s1ued dmm01hight4=Labe
Ea�tb m d qygoach- One left-tam lama two rh.,n,h Lmxs, and one nZI94=L mLL
We Etbond appmooch-Ozie left-tam lame. two thronq�L lanes. am one right-tam lane
3-2. VViffi 2024 bEELgra and tr>mOR , all MAY area r -a se= aye cqxcbed to meet ACED's level of
senue ph inn -areahrl,ds wrffi the testing Lane omhp=k m Bemdes the progommied iatuniectim
and w3dendug as men Eky�md no otber noaft-ay a4ar3t)m4mmmiur.-ate proposed
to 'ptbe M d bb:lzg ound tmalhc.
3-3. With 2C-4 b3 kgroumd tr:3fflra m-o Aim area is araarr;ms = axpeulBd to omEed TTII}s and ACEM's
3Il-1LT14nZ Kati onal tlTe steal ds analyzed vzt{h the cKis deg icbmemon tut aid lane oDnfi gLm dGms cc
vrLth to propmmied Lmp rm-me de saL-bed m Sectim 3.1. The kiwrxcdcus and pmp3 d Lz4=p EM
IQ:
lml T sm e md ChmdEm EaLd e-= mnmerti on
■ Re Etape scathhGund g3pTosch ro bx�B the faofwmg lam
c CtLe left-tam lane
Om shm-ed thronqoi left-tam law
OW right-u•n lane
M F'F'19-Uu13/F1-2U2U-UU22
P ]modify sipal tintm to dam with split phases on dm nmtb and. so>mhbmicd appmoacbes
-%rthp umitbed'me by phas--for die Sou hbou d -tern mmvmE
o With die rig and si pa] Wnmg inap rowme=. o b2 Lampe g;roup v.c ram m the ;.{peak
hmr and foar Lme goW -b o mtios im the 7ki peals bout me eqxKtad to emceed G bnt less
dmm 1.00.No addiaowJ imprm1wmr-.arL recoammmded.
■ Black Cat Rimd and Chmderl$oab m-d irrtwmectian
P West oamd -hmm]amp
o Wi th the we4bomd n ght-time LmE,faw lane pmT v c ra tios im the Pike peals hoer are oq.-m�
to e-Kteed 0.90 bnt net exceed 1_iD_No addibond Lrsgcr%-va,eaAs are reco i
4.0 Impr o vem erg zs Needed ro Hinge r-e 2024 Build-O ur Year Toia i Tr a ffic
4-1 With X24 total traffic; aU stnd3r arm roadway seta am mqwled to meer Ate:s Un-Ei of sen-jxm
plarain thre hoLd with the EdDfing Lang iaafiguadan.No ncadazy€aparit} icaFm am proposes
to niti -V4 total t mffic condtimis.
4_2 With 2024 tom] traffic t%v sn amen inrar4rscdo s are cgw-ei ba exceed TTL}`a mAor ACED`s rr,ini„s,r„
op Embomal drrffl olds mimed with the mLqftng ime3se .control and Lam toatigarations, or with the
prapa maed iu4mnnm*njs dmmbed m Sem,on 3-1 and raitig m im4m4miEnt} for 2024 hackgomd
mLffic desmbed in motion 3.3. The ice:,—o and a e:r.,rzomal dabdom-ies are:
1 Levi Lame and C nnKlE3 3o ibn-a dintEsect ion—J:e Ln=gr=mhamis Expeumd to meatUD'5 and A }5
opmi bomal tire snit the exceptiaa of four law goap .':c raWx gybed to emmed
rED's G.91 rninirmni th--eshold
• The ea5th aund left-t=Lam poup 15 Expmpd-o opumte wrth a vir ratio-of 0.96 dnnng die Abri
pew how and 0.95 dwin?t Le Phi peal`hrnu� wish omkh IID's O-DO err SbDld Hewever, the
eastbomd left-tea=vem� Ls not e3pertEd to operam with excesshle dlelay or qwuirig thing dm
peak has. The 95' perr—mWe qume Lenegh in the eastbamd ]e#r4= lamp is
qjproxkiate]4- 47-5 feet dmina the All pek hmr and 225 feet m the P&i peal£hour.slush ooaW he
acts b+ the tm•-mom Left-turn lame on Cbmkn 3 iLLn- rd.
c No sLte UmMc is eKpected m the Eastboand kft4=lane
• The mi d Leff lane g;roW is e:Kp rted t4 opErate wZth a v c ratio•of 0.92 d mT the P&f
pew hum. The e9marei 95a percemmle i etm lengm for dne we9bound left-tarn lie is
appirox=tely 225 FRPR.v&cIL could kre axoniniaiaredby the twc�-way left-tam Lme on Chizzi&D
xcd.
o Nb SLte traffio is egxcted m the-%Tstb aumd left-turn lam
• The vnwtbaumd dm3u gh Lma goup is a nd t4 opt w-3th a Vc ratio of 0.p$during the P-){
pew hor. Hower. the we wd thrmgh law goW is L7o+t eqxcted ID qxmrte wi&excessnim
delay or queuing with sisal coMordkwdom
o The•a=ate site taffic m the westhoar d thmugh lane L approm=-ely 4. m the �-M peak
_ww=d 1_Mb m the:PM p e alk hour
• The m nabb mad righ-tma lane proup Ls cq*cted to opEratte witli a v c of 0.94 damp the:?Nr peak
ham-Tie suwhbmmd Lane poups are im3ef,ACM`symscbmen amd am expez7 edta oPera"e wzthm
, CED}s 1.00 Lmz g;roiap Vc rat]or drasbDId
o ]b site=0c 3.5 eKpKl d im the wmbhomdright4mn]any
Based on the mtersecm r, opEmtmW dedcuamies diucmsed abwe, w addmmkad Ln4rmvme=
avid tile progpmmmed iEl ' and mitiga am Ln�en inr 220241mrJcpxmd WdRc
amitiaam am iecomanwaded bo mite the 2024 tag]taffic m4mcts-Tba estin oted sim traffic as
a perteaWL-of the 2V-4 total iAErsectioa tr ME is apgodmatEty 2-M and 0.911.1-: the AM
peak boar and Phi pew hoar, mspectmEl.
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■ Black CaT Fxon and C i ran 31cuLcn.m d hAmectim — the i rrta-rarti rm is W meet ACEID}s
mire n„m op'auonA th-eslml ds, -i1h thE ax c er= of the mimail mt 3secti aII 1i c Fzb o slL
earl oBdixg 0.p0 dNwkq tle PM 1 honr. Al law goW TVc rabas ane vqwl-ei to he meet ACED}s
].00 ®anma dmmbDU SLR€ lane pmq v.r- radas are cqx- ted ba eoceed TID:s minirmm
thie lkaLd:
c The Ln��tim is expected ba ate viih m mia$ll mU secti aEL Wc (If MtIQ of 0.9 3
The PM Peak hau, vdAch sli ghth' e-K r eeds rTD}s and ACTS's 13-90 ttireJk L Hui ewa tle
;,,tom,--i;m is Egxz ted to opmo sathmlIUs and ACTID:s actepabl,e bnv-L of sm!ie daring
bE pew hams_
f The ea Eba ram]]eft-ftim Lae pxnip is wed tG aperse vith a vic FudG o f ll.964 d mM tle 13M pe2k
1m_ H ib-B- ff. the easbaumd Lem-LM aWWMeat is tuft mpealed to qWate 5-3 th ODDESMIE dELS
oF qli qmg dmIDF the peak hmn The emmated 95" gerEenal,e {imm lrmgh Ln the eatbomd left-
tam lane is �srWma at- 2 50 fret wing the Mf peak how. %ticb,taWd be prr, n moda+d by the
two-way]efts late as Clanden Bua]e%md
o Thy erWmted site tic m The eastbound]eft-tLuu Lane L}aWommamly -27 Ma is be Ai peak
-ww =- d 2G.55b is&P P#i peal£ haH
• The eastbound through]me grcmp Ls cqxKtEd W apEwM with s-%*rasa of0.92 dmmg the Pbf peak
hoz_Ha ea sN and thresh lane pEap is not eqpected to apers-e with ear t es!av e oF
qpmiag vidi s L pal c ocediDa dm
o No site trafcis wed Ln the a3stbound diaq;tL lane
f The a mbamrl t rmigh -tam Lane poW Ls eqxKted t-D apfrae v,-3tb a vk rado of 1.00 dmlb:-,
the Mf le al£ hmr. H s-ekw. &E ea Ebwmr1 thrmigILTL ghT-nim Lab a goup Es not opected to- a to
-%i th Em essh-e deL ay or gaeamg wilh s L pa] oDudim dmi
o No sLte trafcis expK*d Ln the a3 tbound shared t2i �- ri&-Tum lme
• The me.—bound Lem-tam lmLe pv ip u e rted to opi! am wZ th a - ' t is ti G of 0.p 5 during tle P3ri
peak ho r H er. the wesTbound left-t= aw%-mn = L mar eaperbed t4 operaIR vuth a-ressrve
digay GT qumiTjg dadug The peak se=}. The estimated-P{'P,f--oudile gmue bmg1h in Om westbound
led-tam lme is 4Tm=ately 3 0 0 I-et&nng the P'hd peak lea m'h]c a om]d be se dated br.'
the two-way heft-tau law an C'h>uden EkmhLkwd-
o No sLte$mac is o¢•cted Ln the-%'stbou d left-tam lme
• The mv.tbmad ftrmp la- goup is epees tG Ceram wzth a %' c ram of 1_-DD zknag the P#i
peak ho_ Hawmw, the westbound nrl tbmTlgbL Lane poup Ls not a 7ted to operate viTh ex c es dve
or qmuaig wig Jul twidmaon-
a No side brafc is eKpoz d Ln the-'estl-ralmd thmnT Laaas
• The soulliboumd Left-tug ]ab.e pDuP is to op mte widi a v-c uti,a of 0.P9 dmmg the P.14
peak hoic. w1ch is v rube Ai s 1. lane puup v C ratia threshoa
o The a}=-Ed site UWE C m the ate, Uxmn d left 4urb lame is apprGmnW ]J-' d 1_31,+a during tie
AM pegs 1aw amd 11.1% being dw PM pe2k hmu
Based on the n oFermbo+na.] deticbmcies dLscwsed abwe, no adddiona] unprnvm=
be -vnd th,e pmp=med m3Fm mw and mitiptoa impm fbr 22,024 hackpnmd zaffic
oomditwm am uK onuiraiM to mr4pte the 2024 tag] Trams mipxIs- The e=ated sib=Mc u
a penemtage of the 2024 taml mbm-A -t,tu, Uaffic Ls appranmamty Una mLd 2.6;a darmg the AM
pmk hour aid Pfh'i peak lea m'etr..
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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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