2020-10-02 ACHD Final Staff Report Development Services Department
ACHD
Project/File: Skybreak/ MPP20-0006/ H-2020-0079
This is an annexation with rezone from RUT to R-8 and a preliminary plat application
consisting of 353 building lots, 40 common lots, and 14 other lots on 80.46-acres.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian
Site address: 3487 E Adler Hoff Lane
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A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of an annexation with rezone
from RUT (Rural Urban Transition) to R-8 (Medium density Residential), and a preliminary plat
application consisting of 353 buildable lots, 40 common lots, and 14 other lots (12 shared driveway
lots, 1 private street lot, 1 existing home lot) on 80.46-acres. The applicant's proposal is consistent
with the City of Meridian's Future Land Use Map that designates this site as Medium density
Residential.
2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
Direction I Land Use Zoning
North Rural Urban Transition (Ada County) RUT
South Rural Urban Transition RUT
East Rural Urban Transition RUT
West Low density Residential (Meridian)/ Rural Urban Transition R-2, RUT
3. Site History: ACHD staff/Commission previously reviewed this site as 201400866-S/PR in July
2014. The requirements of this staff report are consistent with those of the prior action for
improvements to Eagle Road. However, the prior action was for a private road to serve the site.
The current application is proposing public internal streets as well as a private road.
4. Adjacent Development: The following developments are pending or underway in the vicinity of
the site:
• Pura Vida Ridge Ranch Subdivision, a 157 buildable lot residential subdivision located north
of the site was approved by ACHD in August 2020.
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• Poiema Subdivision & Calvary Chapel, a 43 single family residential development with 1
church lot located east of the site was approved by ACHD in June 2020.
• Sky Mesa Highlands, a 75-lot single family residential subdivision located northwest of the
site was approved by ACHD in March 2020.
• Keep, a 59-lot single family residential subdivision located west of the site was approved by
ACHD in June 2018.
• Turf Farm, a 120-lot single family residential subdivision located northwest of the site was
approved by ACHD in December 2017.
• Hill's Century Farm, a 224-lot residential lot subdivision with 1 school lot, located north of the
site is in various phases.
5. Transit: Transit services are not available to serve this site.
6. Pathway Crossings: United States Access Board R304.5.1.2 Shared Use Paths. In shared use
paths, the width of curb ramps runs, and blended transitions shall be equal to the width of the shared
use path.
AASHTO's Guidelines for the Development of Bicycle Facilities 5.3.5 Other Intersection
Treatments: The opening of a shared use path at the roadway should be at least the same width
as the shared use path itself. If a curb ramp is provided, the ramp should be the full width of the
path, not including any flared sides if utilized. . . Detectable warnings should be placed across the
full width of the ramp.
FHWA's "Designing Sidewalks and Trails for Access" (1999) reflected common ADA-related
concepts: Chapter 6, Page 16-6: The width of the ramp should be at least as wide as the average
width of the trail to improve safety for users who will be traveling at various speeds. In addition, the
overall width of the trail should be increased, so the curb ramp can be slightly offset to the side. The
increased width reduces conflict at the intersection by providing more space for users at the bottom
of the ramp.
7. New Center Lane Miles: The proposed development includes 1.62 centerline miles of new public
road.
8. 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.
9. Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)/ Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP):
• Lake Hazel Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 5-lanes from Eagle Road to
Cloverdale Road in 2024.
• Eagle Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 5-lanes from Lake Hazel Road to
Amity Road in 2023.
• The intersection of Lake Hazel Road and Eagle Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be
widened to 6-lanes on the north leg, 5-lanes on the south, 7-lanes east, and 6-lanes on the
west leg, and reconstructed/signalized in 2023.
• Lake Hazel Road is listed in the 2016 CIP to be widened to 5-lanes from Locust Grove Road
to Eagle Road between 2026 and 2030.
• The intersection of Lake Hazel Road and Locust Grove Road is listed in the 2016 CIP to be
widened to 3-lanes on the north leg, 2-lanes on the south, 2-lanes east, and 3-lanes on the
west leg, and signalized between 2026 and 2030.
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10. Roadways to Bikeways Master Plan: ACHD's Roadways to Bikeways Master Plan (BMP)was
adopted by the ACHD Commission in May of 2009 and was update in 2018. The plan seeks to
implement the Planned Bicycle Network to support bicycling as a viable transportation option for
Ada County residents with a wide range of ages and abilities, maintain bicycle routes in a state
of good repair in order to ensure they are consistently available for use, promote awareness of
existing bicycle routes and features and support encouragement programs and to facilitate
coordination and cooperation among local jurisdictions in implementing the Roadways to
Bikeways Plan recommendations.
The BMP identifies Eagle Road as a Level 3 facility.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 3,343 additional vehicle trips per day
(9 existing); 344 additional vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak hour (2 existing), based on the
traffic impact study.
2. Traffic Impact Study
CR Engineering, Inc. prepared a traffic impact study for the proposed Skybreak Subdivision. Below
is an executive summary of the findings as presented by CR Engineering. The following
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.
Conclusion:
❑ The study area intersection of Lake Hazel Road and Eagle Road is expected to meet
minimum operational thresholds as a 4x4 signal with 2025 total traffic.
o The percent site traffic of the 2025 total traffic entering the intersection is
approximately 13.0% in AM peak hour traffic and 13.1% in the PM peak hour.
❑ The proposed site access on Eagle Road is expected to meet minimum operational
thresholds and requires the following turn lane:
o Southbound left-turn lane
❑ All internal roadways are projected to carry less than 1,000 vehicles per day (vpd), with the
exception of the proposed access roadway connecting to Eagle Road. This roadway does
not have front-on housing and is expected to carry approximately 3,000 vpd, which is within
the allowed traffic volumes for a collector street.
Policy:
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.
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• 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.
b. Level of Service Planning Thresholds: District Policy 7206.4.1 states that, Level of Service
Planning Thresholds have been established for principal arterials and minor arterials within
ACHD's Capital Improvement Plan and are also listed in section 7106. Unless otherwise
required to provide a Traffic Impact Study under section 7106, 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
the minimum acceptable level of service planning threshold or V/C ratio.
Staff Comments/Recommendations: Staff has reviewed the submitted traffic impact study (TIS)
and generally agrees with the findings and recommendations. The TIS recommends the
construction of a southbound left-turn lane at the Eagle Road/Street A intersection.
The TIS identified that the intersection of Eagle Road and Lake Hazel will need to be widened and
signalized as a 4x4 intersection to mitigate 2025 total traffic conditions. The applicant is not
proposing to make this improvement and ACHD's planned improvement exceeds what is
recommended in the study. As noted above, ACHD plans to widen and signalize the Eagle Road/
Lake Hazel Road intersection to a 6x5x7x6 intersection in 2023. Due to ACHD's planned
intersection project, no improvements are required as part of this application consistent with District
Alternative Mitigation policy that states, if the impacted intersection is programmed as funded in the
Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP) or the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP); no mitigation is
required.
Based on the findings of the TIS, a southbound center left-turn lane should be constructed at the
Eagle Road/ Street A (site access) intersection when Street A is constructed to intersect Eagle
Road.
The TIS indicates that all other roadway segments and intersections are expected to meet ACHD
level of service planning thresholds for the existing traffic, 2025 background traffic and 2025 total
build-out traffic.
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3. Condition of Area Roadways
Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour(VPH)
Roadway Frontage Functional PM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
Classification Traffic Count Level of Service
Eagle Road 1,325-feet Principal Arterial 152 Better than "E"
* Acceptable level of service for a two-lane principal arterial is "E" (690 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 Eagle Road south of Lake Hazel Road was 2,515 on
08/28/2019.
C. Findings for Consideration
1. South Meridian Transportation Plan
The South Meridian Transportation Plan (SMTP) is a long-range planning tool used to identify future
roadway, intersection, and corridor needs in the South Meridian Area. Providing a framework for
future roadway improvements based on the land use designations. The plan was created in
collaboration with the City of Meridian and was adopted by the ACHD Commission in September
of 2009. The SMTP recommends preserving right-of-way for future widening of Eagle Road to 3-
lanes between Lake Hazel Road and Columbia Road.
2. Eagle Road
a. Existing Conditions: Eagle Road is improved with 2-travel lanes, and no curb, gutter or
sidewalk abutting the site. There is 63-feet of right-of-way for Eagle Road (28-feet from
centerline).
b. Policy:
Arterial Roadway Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for
improving all street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not access is taken
to all of the adjacent streets.
Master Street Map and Typology Policy: District Policy 7205.5 states that the design of
improvements for arterials shall be in accordance with District standards, including the Master
Street Map and Livable Streets Design Guide. The developer or engineer should contact the
District before starting any design.
Street Section and Right-of Way Width Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 & 7205.5.2 states
that the standard 3-lane street section shall be 46-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb) within 70
feet of right-of-way. This width typically accommodates a single travel lane in each direction, a
continuous center left-turn lane, and bike lanes.
Right-of-Way Dedication: District Policy 7205.2 states that The District will provide
compensation for additional right-of-way dedicated beyond the existing right-of-way along
arterials listed as impact fee eligible in the adopted Capital Improvements Plan using available
impact fee revenue in the Impact Fee Service Area.
No compensation will be provided for right-of-way on an arterial that is not listed as impact fee
eligible in the Capital Improvements Plan.
The District may acquire additional right-of-way beyond the site-related needs to preserve a
corridor for future capacity improvements, as provided in Section 7300.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7205.5.7 requires a concrete sidewalk at least 5-feet wide to
be constructed on both sides of all arterial streets. A parkway strip at least 6-feet wide between
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the back-of-curb and street edge of the sidewalk is required to provide increased safety and
protection of pedestrians. Consult the District's planter width policy if trees are to be placed
within the parkway strip. Sidewalks constructed next to the back-of-curb shall be a minimum of
7-feet wide.
Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway.
Meandering sidewalks are discouraged.
A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
Frontage Improvements Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer shall widen
the pavement to a minimum of 17-feet from centerline plus a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder
adjacent to the entire site. Curb, gutter and additional pavement widening may be required
(See Section 7205.5.5).
ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master Street Map
(MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, arterial street requirements, and specific roadway
features required through development. This segment of Eagle Road is designated in the MSM
as a Residential Arterial with 3-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 46-foot street section within
74-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 38-
feet from the centerline of Eagle Road abutting the site.
The applicant is not proposing any improvements to Eagle Road abutting the site.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: Typically, right-of-way would be measured from
centerline of the roadway; however, due to preliminary configuration of the future reconstruction
of the Lake Hazel/Eagle Intersection, measurements are being taken from section line.
The applicant's proposal to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 38-feet of right-of-way from
centerline on Eagle Road abutting the site exceeds District policy. Therefore, the applicant
should be required to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-feet of right-of-way from section
line abutting the site. This section of Eagle Road is not listed in the IFYWP or CIP, therefore,
the applicant will not be compensated for the right-of-way dedication.
The applicant should be required to construct 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk on Eagle Road
located a minimum 31-feet from section line to front edge of sidewalk abutting the site. If
detached sidewalks are constructed outside of the dedicated right-of-way, then a permanent
right-of-way easement should be provided.
The applicant should be required to improve Eagle Road to total 17-feet of pavement and 3-foot
wide gravel shoulder from section line abutting the site.
Consistent with the findings and recommendations of the traffic impact study, the applicant
should be required to construct a southbound center left-turn lane at the Eagle Road/ Street A
intersection. The center left-turn lane should be constructed when Street A is constructed to
intersect Eagle Road.
3. New Collector - Street A
a. Existing Conditions: Adler Hof Lane is a private road internal to the site.
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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.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing to re-construct Adler Hof Lane into the site as
a new residential collector street, Street A. The applicant is proposing to construct Street A,
between Eagle Road and Street C, a 36-foot wide collector street section with vertical curb and
gutter within 40-feet of right-of-way; and 8-foot wide parkway strip and 5-foot wide detached
concrete sidewalks within an easement. The new collector, Street A, is proposed to terminate
at the Street A/Street C intersection.
The applicant is proposing to construct the entrance of Street A, with two, 21-foot wide travel
lanes, vertical curb, gutter, and 10-foot wide center landscape island within 56-feet of right-of-
way; and 8-foot wide parkway strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalks within an
easement.
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d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District policy and
should be approved, as proposed. The applicant should provide a permanent right-of-way
easement to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk for any sidewalk placed outside of the dedicated
right-of-way.
The applicant should be required to plat the center landscape medians as right-of-way owned
by ACHD. The Developer or future Homeowners Association should apply for a license
agreement if landscaping is to be placed within the center landscape medians.
4. Internal Streets
a. Existing Conditions: There is an existing private road, Adler Hof Lane within the site. Two
stub streets to the site's north property line were approved by ACHD as part of the Pura Vida
Ridge Ranch Subdivision in August 2020.
b. Policy:
Local Roadway Policy: District Policy 7207.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for
improving all local street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not access is
taken to all of the adjacent streets.
Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy: District Policy 7207.5 states that right-of-way widths
for all local streets shall generally not be less than 47-feet wide and that the standard street
section shall be 33-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb).
Standard Urban Local Street-33-foot Street Section and Right-of-way Policy: District
Policy 7207.5.2 states that the standard street section shall be 33-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-
curb)for developments with any buildable lot that is less than 1 acre in size. This street section
shall include curb, gutter, and minimum 5-foot wide concrete sidewalks on both sides and shall
typically be constructed within 47-feet of right-of-way.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7207.5.7 states that five-foot wide concrete sidewalk is
required on both sides of all local street, except those in rural developments with net densities
of one dwelling unit per 1.0 acre or less, or in hillside conditions where there is no direct lot
frontage, in which case a sidewalk shall be constructed along one side of the street. Some local
jurisdictions may require wider sidewalks.
The sidewalk may be placed next to the back-of-curb. Where feasible, a parkway strip at least
8-feet wide between the back-of-curb and the street edge of the sidewalk is recommended to
provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians and to allow for the planting of trees in
accordance with the District's Tree Planting Policy. If no trees are to be planted in the parkway
strip, the applicant may submit a request to the District, with justification, to reduce the width of
the parkway strip.
Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway.
Meandering sidewalks are discouraged.
A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
Cul-de-sac Streets Policy: District policy 7207.5.8 requires cul-de-sacs to be constructed to
provide a minimum turning radius of 45-feet; in rural areas or for temporary cul-de-sacs the
emergency service providers may require a greater radius. Landscape and parking islands may
be constructed in turnarounds if a minimum 29-foot street section is constructed around the
island. The pavement width shall be sufficient to allow the turning around of a standard
AASHTO SU design vehicle without backing. The developer shall provide written approval from
the appropriate fire department for this design element.
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The District will consider alternatives to the standard cul-de-sac turnaround on a case-by-case
basis. This will be based on turning area, drainage, maintenance considerations and the written
approval of the agency providing emergency fire service for the area where the development is
located.
Landscape Medians Policy: District policy 7207.5.16 states that landscape medians are
permissible where adequate pavement width is provided on each side of the median to
accommodate the travel lanes and where the following is provided:
• The median is platted as right-of-way owned by ACHD.
• The width of an island near an intersection is 12-feet maximum for a minimum distance of
150-feet. Beyond the 150-feet, the island may increase to a maximum width of 30-feet.
• At an intersection that is signalized or is to be signalized in the future, the median width
shall be reduced to accommodate the necessary turn lane storage and tapers.
• The Developer or Homeowners Association shall apply for a license agreement if
landscaping is to be placed within these medians.
• The license agreement shall contain the District's requirements of the developer including,
but not limited to, a "hold harmless" clause; requirements for maintenance by the
developer; liability insurance requirements; and restrictions.
• Vertical curbs are required around the perimeter of any raised median. Gutters shall slope
away from the curb to prevent ponding.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing to extend the two stub streets, Street T and
Street E, into the site from the north property line, these stub streets were approved as part of
the Pura Vida Ridge Ranch subdivision and construct Street E, from Street D to the north
property line, and Street H and Street T as 33-foot
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Applicant's proposal meets District policy and
should be approved, as proposed. The applicant
should provide a permanent right-of-way
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easement to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk for any public sidewalk placed outside of the
dedicated right-of-way.
The applicant should be required to plat the center landscape islands as right-of-way owned by
ACHD; and the Developer or Homeowners Association should apply for a license agreement if
landscaping is to be placed within the center landscape islands.
5. 27-foot Local Streets
a. Existing Conditions: There are no local streets within the site.
b. Policy:
Reduced Urban Local Street-27-foot Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy: District
Policy 7207.5.2 states that the width of a reduced urban local street shall be 27-feet (back-of-
curb to back-of-curb) with curb, gutter, and minimum 5-foot concrete sidewalks on both sides
and shall typically be within 41-feet of right-of-way. Unless approved in writing by the land use
agency, this street section is not allowed by the City of Kuna and City of Star. In some cases,
this street width may not accommodate new utilities. A 29-foot street section within 43-feet of
right-of-way may be constructed in lieu of a 27-foot street section if the applicant demonstrates
that the additional roadway width is necessary to extend the utilities. Although some parking is
allowed by the following subsections, the District will further restrict parking on a reduced width
street if curves or other physical features cause problems, if actual emergency response
experience indicates that emergency vehicles may not be able to provide service, or if other
safety concerns arise. One of the following three sets of design conditions shall apply.
Design Condition #1: Parking is allowed on one side of a reduced width street when all of the
following criteria are met:
• The street is in a residential area.
• The developer shall provide written approval from the appropriate fire department or
emergency response unit in the jurisdiction.
• The developer shall install —NO PARKING signs on one side of the street, as specified
by the District and as specified by the appropriate fire department.
• This street section shall include curb, gutter, and minimum 5-foot wide concrete
sidewalks on both sides and shall typically be constructed within 41-feet of right-of-way.
• Traffic volumes on the street shall not exceed 1,000 vehicle trips per day. There shall be
no possibility that another street may be connected to it in a manner that would allow
more than 1,000 vehicle trips per day.
Design Condition #2: Parking is allowed on both sides of a reduced width street when the street
layout has the qualities of a road grid system. This provides fire trucks and other emergency
vehicles alternate routes of access since the ability to pass another vehicle may be
compromised by placement of parked vehicles on both sides of the street. The following criteria
shall be met:
• The street is in a residential area.
• The developer shall provide written approval from the appropriate fire department or
emergency response unit in the jurisdiction.
• The block length of the street shall not exceed 500-feet, measured between centerlines.
• Traffic volumes on the street are not forecast to exceed 400 vehicle trips per day.
• A minimum of two street connections shall be provided to each end of the street with the
reduced width. The two connecting streets shall each connect to the larger street system
to provide the intended alternate routes of access. A street system that has one street
connection to the larger street network on one end and a loop/circle street on the other
end with no outlet shall not be approved.
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• This street section shall include curb, gutter, and minimum 5-foot wide concrete
sidewalks on both sides and shall typically be constructed within 41-feet of right-of-way.
Design Condition #3: Parking is allowed on both sides of a reduced width residential street
with passing pockets that are created when two driveways are constructed near the same
property line, where a 50-foot segment will not have on—street parking on the side of the street
with the driveways. This provides fire trucks and other vehicles areas to move to the side of
the street to allow another vehicle to pass when vehicles are parked on the street. Parking is
allowed on both sides of a reduced width street when the following criteria are met:
• The street is in a residential area.
• The developer shall provide written approval from the appropriate fire department or
emergency response unit in the jurisdiction.
• Driveway locations are predetermined with curb cuts for the driveways to be installed
when the street is constructed. The curb cuts shall be 20-feet wide. Each lot on the
street will be —paired with an adjacent lot. If there are an odd number of lots, one lot at
either end of the street will not be —paired. Each pair of lots shall locate its driveway 5-
feet from the shared lot line of the pair.
• This street section shall include curb, gutter, and minimum 5-foot wide concrete
sidewalks on both sides and shall typically be constructed within 41-feet of right-of-way.
• The lots cannot abut an alley.
• Traffic volumes on the street are not forecast to exceed 400 vehicle trips per day.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7207.5.7 states that five-foot wide concrete sidewalk is required
on both sides of all local streets, except those in rural developments with net densities of one
dwelling unit per 1.0 acre or less, or in hillside conditions where there is no direct lot frontage,
in which case a sidewalk shall be constructed along one side of the street. Some local
jurisdictions may require wider sidewalks.
The sidewalk may be placed next to the back-of-curb. Where feasible, a parkway strip at least
8-feet wide between the back-of-curb and the street edge of the sidewalk is recommended to
provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians and to allow for the planting of trees in
accordance with the District's Tree Planting Policy. If no trees are to be planted in the parkway
strip, the applicant may submit a request to the District, with justification, to reduce the width of
the parkway strip.
Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway.
Meandering sidewalks are discouraged.
A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.).
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing to construct Streets B, D, F, G, I, and U as
27-foot street sections curb, gutter, and attached 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk within 41-feet
of right-of-way.
The applicant is proposing to construct Street E, between Street B and Street D; and Street J,
between Street F to the north property line, as 27-foot street sections with curb, gutter, 5-foot
wide attached concrete sidewalk on one side within 36-feet of right-of-way; and 8-foot wide
parkway strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on the opposite side within an
easement.
The applicant is proposing to construct a cul-de-sac at the terminus of Street B, Street T, and
at both the east and west terminus of Street U.
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d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The traffic impact study indicates that the internal
streets, with the exception of Street A(new collector), are estimated to generate less than 1,000
trips per day with no possibility that another street may be connected to it in a manner that would
allow more than 1,000 vehicle trips per day. Therefore, the applicant's proposal meets District
policy and should be approved, as proposed. However, due to the smaller lot sizes and the
reduced street sections proposed, staff recommends that the City of Meridian require the
applicant to demonstrate that there is sufficient guest parking in the development.
The applicant should be required to install "NO PARKING" signs on one side of the reduced
streets, as specified by the District and as specified by the appropriate fire department.
The applicant should be required to provide written fire department approval for the reduced
street sections with plan submittal.
The applicant should be required to provide a permanent right-of-way easement to 2-feet behind
back of sidewalk for any public sidewalk placed outside of the dedicated right-of-way.
The applicant should be required to construct the cul-de-sacs at the terminus of Street B, Street
T, and at both the east and west terminus of Street U with a minimum 45-foot turning radius.
6. Roadway Offsets
a. Existing Conditions: There are no public streets within the site.
b. Policy:
Collector Offset Policy: District policy 7205.4.2 states that the optimum spacing for new
signalized collector roadways intersecting principal arterials is one half-mile.
Local Offset Policy: District policy 7206.4.5, requires local roadways to align or offset a
minimum of 330-feet from a collector roadway (measured centerline to centerline).
District policy 7207.4.2, requires local roadways to align or provide a minimum offset of 125-
feet from any other street (measured centerline to centerline).
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing to construct a new collector street, Street A,
to intersect Eagle Road located approximately 1,600-feet south of Lake Hazel Road in
alignment with the southern entrance road of the Keep Subdivision directly west of the site.
The applicant is proposing to construct a local street, Street C, to intersect Street A located
approximately 1,005-feet east of Eagle Road.
The applicant is proposing to offset the internal local streets with a minimum 125-foot offset.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District policy and
should be approved, as proposed.
7. Stub Streets
a. Existing Conditions: Two stub streets to the site's north property line were approved by ACHD
as part of the Pura Vida Ridge Ranch Subdivision in August 2020.
b. Policy:
Stub Street Policy: District policy 7207.2.4 (local) states that stub streets will be required to
provide circulation or to provide access to adjoining properties. Stub streets will conform with
the requirements described in Section 7207.2.5.4 (local), except a temporary cul-de-sac will not
be required if the stub street has a length no greater than 150-feet. A sign shall be installed at
the terminus of the stub street stating that, "THIS ROAD WILL BE EXTENDED IN THE
FUTURE."
In addition, stub streets must meet the following conditions:
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• 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 7207.2.4 (local) 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 is proposing to construct 6 stub streets as follows, all
measurements are centerline to centerline:
• A local stub street, Street T, to the north, located approximately 2,374-feet east of Eagle
Road.
• A local stub street, Street E, to the north, located approximately 1,446-feet east of Eagle
Road.
• A local stub street, Street C, to the north, located approximately 1,190-feet east of Eagle
Road.
• A local stub street, `unnamed', to the north, located approximately 274-feet east of Eagle
Road.
• A local stub street, `unnamed', to the south, located approximately 578-feet east of Eagle
Road.
• A local stub street, Street J, to the south, located approximately 1,442-feet east of Eagle
Road. A permanent turnaround is proposed at the terminus of this stub street.
Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District policy and
should be approved, as proposed. The applicant should be required to construct the stub
streets as local standard 33-foot street sections.
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8. Phasing — Street T and Street U
The applicant is proposing to develop the site in 9 phases with Phase 8 to include Street T and
Phase 9 to include Street U. Street T is shown to stub to the site's north property line. A stub street
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is constructed to the north thru the Pura Vida Ridge Ranch Subdivision; and Phase 9 until the parcel
to the south (R8970710025), located within the Vantage Pointe Subdivision, redevelops and has
been platted to provide a public street access.
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a. Existing Conditions: The site is currently served by Adler Hof Lane, a private road. The road
bisects the property and serves one dwelling.
b. 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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c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing to construct private roads within the site. The
following two private roads connect to public roads:
• A private street located at the terminus of Street A/ Street C intersection. A gate is proposed
at the private road entrance.
• A private road located at the terminus of Street J.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: If the City of Meridian approves the private road, the
applicant shall be required to pave the private roadway a minimum of 20 to 24-feet wide and at
least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of all public streets and install pavement
tapers with 15-foot curb radii abutting the existing roadway edge. If private roads are not approved
by the City of Meridian, the applicant will be required to revise and resubmit the preliminary plat
to provide public standard local streets in these locations.
Street name and stop signs are required for the private road. The signs may be ordered through
the District. Verification of the correct, approved name of the road is required.
The applicant should be required to locate the gate or keypad (if applicable)a minimum of 50-feet
from the near edge of the intersection and provide a turnaround.
ACHD does not make any assurances that the private road, which is a part of this application, will
be accepted as a public road if such a request is made in the future. Substantial redesign and
reconstruction costs may be necessary in order to qualify this road for public ownership and
maintenance.
The following requirements must be met if the applicant wishes to dedicate the roadway to ACHD:
• Dedicate a minimum of 50-feet of right-of-way for the road.
• Construct the roadway to the minimum ACHD requirements.
• Construct a stub street to the surrounding parcels.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. Other Access
Eagle Road is classified as a principal arterial roadway. Street A is to be classified as a collector
roadway between Eagle Road and Street C. Other than the access specifically approved with this
application, direct lot access is prohibited to these roadways and should be noted on the final plat.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-feet of right-of-way from section line of Eagle Road
abutting the site. Right-of-way dedication on Eagle Road is not impact fee eligible for
compensation.
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2. Construct 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk on Eagle Road located a minimum 31-feet from section
line to front edge of sidewalk abutting the site.
3. Widen the pavement on Eagle Road to total 17-feet with 3-foot wide gravel shoulder from section
line abutting the site.
4. Construct a southbound center left-turn lane on Eagle Road at the Street A intersection when Street
A is constructed to intersect Eagle Road.
5. Construct Street A, between Eagle Road and Street C, a 36-foot wide collector street section with
vertical curb and gutter within 40-feet of right-of-way; and 8-foot wide parkway strip and 5-foot
wide detached sidewalks within a permanent right-of-way easement.
6. Construct the entrance of the new collector, Street A, with two, 21-foot wide travel lanes, vertical
curb, gutter, and 10-foot wide center landscape island within 56-feet of right-of-way; and 8-foot
wide parkway strip and 5-foot wide detached sidewalk within a permanent right-of-way easement.
7. Construct Street C, between Street F and Street B, with two, 21-foot wide travel lanes, vertical
curb, gutter, and 10-foot wide center landscape island within 56-feet of right-of-way; and 8-foot
wide parkway strip and 5-foot wide detached sidewalk within an easement.
8. Plat all the center landscape islands as right-of-way owned by ACHD; and the Developer or
Homeowners Association shall apply for a license agreement if landscaping is to be placed within
the center landscape islands.
9. Construct Street H and extend Street T into the site as 33-foot street sections with curb, gutter,
and 5-foot wide attached concrete sidewalk within 47-feet of right-of-way.
10. Extend and construct Street E, from Street D to the north property line, as a 33-foot street section
with curb, gutter, and 5-foot wide attached concrete sidewalk within 47-feet of right-of-way.
11. Extend and construct Street C, from Street B and the north property line, as a 33-foot street
section with curb and gutter within 37-feet of right-of-way; and 8-foot wide parkway strip and 5-
foot wide detached concrete sidewalk within a permanent right-of-way easement.
12. Construct Street C, between Street F and Street I, as a 33-foot street section with curb, gutter, 5-
foot wide attached concrete sidewalk within 47-feet of right-of-way.
13. Construct Streets B, D, F, G, I, and U as 27-foot street sections curb, gutter, and attached 5-foot
wide concrete sidewalk within 41-feet of right-of-way. Provide written fire department approval for
the reduced street sections with plan submittal.
14. Construct Street E between Street B and Street D; and Street J between Street F to the north
property line as 27-foot street sections with curb, gutter, 5-foot wide attached concrete sidewalk
on one side within 36-feet of right-of-way; and 8-foot wide parkway strip and 5-foot wide detached
sidewalk on the opposite side within an easement. Provide written fire department approval for
the reduced street sections with plan submittal.
15. Install "NO PARKING" signs on one side of all reduced streets, as specified by the District and as
specified by the appropriate fire department.
16. Provide a permanent right-of-way easement to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk for any public
sidewalk placed outside of the dedicated right-of-way.
17. Construct the cul-de-sacs at the terminus of Street B, Street T, and at both the east and west
terminus of Street U with minimum 45-foot turning radius.
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18. Construct a new collector street, Street A, to intersect Eagle Road located 1,600-feet south of
Lake Hazel Road in alignment with the southern entrance road of the Keep Subdivision directly
west of the site.
19. Construct a local street, Street C, to intersect Street A located 1,005-feet east of Eagle Road.
20. Construct 6 stub streets as follows:
• A local stub street, Street T, to the north, located 2,374-feet east of Eagle Road.
• A local stub street, Street E, to the north, located 1,446-feet east of Eagle Road.
• A local stub street, Street C, to the north, located 1,190-feet east of Eagle Road.
• A local stub street, `unnamed' to the north, located 274-feet east of Eagle Road.
• A local stub street, `unnamed' to the south, located 578-feet east of Eagle Road.
• A local stub street, Street J, to the south, located 1,442-feet east of Eagle Road with a
turnaround.
21. Construct the stub streets as local standard 33-foot street sections.
22. Construct and pave a permanent cul-de-sac turnaround at the terminus of Street J with a minimum
45-degree turning radius.
23. Install a sign at the terminus of all the stub streets stating that, "THIS ROAD WILL BE
EXTENDED IN THE FUTURE."
24. Until such time as the stub street is constructed to the north thru the Pura Vida Ridge Ranch
Subdivision, ACHD will not sign the final plat for Phase 8.
25. Until such time as the parcel (R8970710025) south of Phase 9 has been platted and access
becomes available, ACHD will not sign the final plat for this phase.
26. Pave the private roadways a minimum of 20 to 24-feet wide and at least 30-feet into the site
beyond the edge of pavement of all public streets.
27. 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.
28. Install street signs and stop signs for the private roads.
29. Direct lot access to Eagle Road is prohibited and should be noted on the final plat.
30. Direct lot access to Street A is prohibited and should be noted on the final plat.
31. 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.
32. Payment of impact fees is due prior to issuance of a building permit.
33. 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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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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