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Project/File: Prairiefire Subdivision/MPP22-0034/H-2022-0053
This is an annexation and zoning request of 3.16 acres into the City of Meridian, and
a preliminary plat consisting of 22 buildable lots.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian & -'J v 3
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Site address: S0531449500zG, 139314U9 1445 „14G3 3fi05
Staff Approval: 08/18/2022
Applicant: Patrick Connor3'g
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Meridian, ID 83642
Staff Contact: Margaret Szeles p; r
Phone: 387-6294 Y
E-mail: mszeles(a)achdidaho.org
A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of an annexation of 3.16-acres
into the City of Meridian in the R-8 (Medium-Density Residential) zoning district, as well as a
preliminary plat consisting of 22-buildable lots and 1 common lot. The applicant's proposal is
consistent with the City of Meridian's future land use map which designates this area as Medium
Density Residential.
2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
Direction I Land Use Zoning
North Limited Office/Medium Density Residential L-O/R-8
South Limited Office/Medium-High Density Residential L-O/R-15
East Medium-Low Density Residential R-4
West Medium-High Density Residential R-15
3. Site History: ACHD has not previously reviewed this site for a development application.
4. Transit: Transit services are not available to serve this site.
5. 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.
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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.
6. New Center Lane Miles: The proposed development includes 0.07 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):
• Locust Grove Road is listed in the IFYWP and CIP to be widened to 3-lanes from Ustick Road
to McMillan Road with design in 2025 and construction in the future.
• McMillan Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 3-lanes from Meridian Road to Locust
Grove Road between 2031 and 2035.
• Meridian Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 3-lanes from McMillan Road to Ustick
Road between 2026 and 2030.
• The intersection of Locust Grove Road and Ustick Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to
7-lanes on the north leg, 6-lanes on the south, 6-lanes east, and 6-lanes on the west leg, and
signalized between 2026 and 2030.
9. 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 Locust Grove Road as a Level 2 facility that will be constructed as part of a
future ACHD project.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 210 additional vehicle trips per day
(10 existing); 21 additional vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak hour (1 existing), based on the
Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual, 11th edition.
2. 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
Ustick Road 0-feet Principal 1,109 Better than "E"
Arterial
Locust Grove Road 50-feet Minor Arterial 869 Better than "E"
Summer Heights 0-feet Local N/A N/A
Drive
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Prairiefire Street 48-feet Local N/A N/A
• Acceptable level of service for a five-lane principal arterial is "E" (1,780 VPH)
* Acceptable level of service for a three-lane minor arterial is "E" (720 VPH).
3. Average Daily Traffic Count (VDT)
Average daily traffic counts are based on ACHD's most current traffic counts.
• The average daily traffic count for Ustick Road east of Meridian Road was 22,653 on
10/20/2021.
• The average daily traffic count for Locust Grove Road north of Ustick Road was 17,255 on
10/10/2019.
C. Findings for Consideration
1. Locust Grove Road
a. Existing Conditions: Locust Grove Road is improved with 2-travel lanes, and no curb, gutter
or sidewalk abutting the site. There is 68-feet of right-of-way for Locust Grove Road (23-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
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.
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A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of
the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right-
of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located
wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
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 Locust Grove Road is designated in
the MSM as a Planned Commercial Arterial with 3-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 46-foot
street section within 78-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing to construct 5-foot wide detached meandering
concrete sidewalk along Locust Grove Road abutting the site.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: Consistent with the MSM, the applicant should be
required to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 39-feet from the centerline of Locust Grove
Road abutting the site. This portion of Locust Grove Road is listed in the CIP and is eligible for
compensation.
The applicant should be required to improve Locust Grove Road with 17-feet of pavement from
centerline and a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder abutting the site.
The applicant's proposal to construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk meets District
policy and should be approved, as proposed. Typically, meandering sidewalks are discouraged,
however, the sidewalk to the north and south are not aligned, and the applicant's proposal will
close the existing 50-foot wide sidewalk gap that exists along Locust Grove Road. The street
edge of sidewalk should be located 32-feet from the centerline of Locust Grove Road and
connect to the existing facilities to the north and south of the site. The applicant should
coordinate with Development Review to ensure that ADA standards are met for the meandering
sidewalk.
The applicant should be required to provide a permanent right-of-way easement to 2-feet behind
back of sidewalk for detached sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way. Sidewalk
shall be located wholly within right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
2. Internal Local Roadways
a. Existing Conditions: There are no existing internal local roadways. Prairiefire Street stubs to
the site's west property line, 148-feet north of the site's south property line.
b. Policy:
Local Roadway Policy: District Policy 7207.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for
improving all local street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not access is
taken to all of the adjacent streets.
Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy: District Policy 7207.5 states that right-of-way widths
for all local streets shall generally not be less than 47-feet wide and that the standard street
section shall be 33-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb).
Standard Urban Local Street-33-foot Street Section and Right-of-way Policy: District
Policy 7207.5.2 states that the standard street section shall be 33-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-
curb)for developments with any buildable lot that is less than 1 acre in size. This street section
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shall include curb, gutter, and minimum 5-foot wide concrete sidewalks on both sides and shall
typically be constructed within 47-feet of right-of-way.
For the City of Kuna and City of Star: Unless otherwise approved by Kuna or Star, the standard
street section shall be 36-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb) for developments with any
buildable lot that is less than 1 acre in size. This street section shall include curb, gutter, and
minimum 5-foot wide concrete sidewalks on both sides and shall typically be constructed within
50-feet of right-of-way.
Continuation of Streets Policy: District Policy 7207.2.4 states that an existing street, or a
street in an approved preliminary plat, which ends at a boundary of a proposed development
shall be extended in that development. The extension shall include provisions for continuation
of storm drainage facilities. Benefits of connectivity include but are not limited to the following:
• Reduces vehicle miles traveled.
• Increases pedestrian and bicycle connectivity.
• Increases access for emergency services.
• Reduces need for additional access points to the arterial street system.
• Promotes the efficient delivery of services including trash, mail and deliveries.
• Promotes appropriate intra-neighborhood traffic circulation to schools, parks,
neighborhood commercial centers, transit stops, etc.
• Promotes orderly development.
Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7207.5.7 states that five-foot wide concrete sidewalk is
required on both sides of all local street, except those in rural developments with net densities
of one dwelling unit per 1.0 acre or less, or in hillside conditions where there is no direct lot
frontage, in which case a sidewalk shall be constructed along one side of the street. Some local
jurisdictions may require wider sidewalks.
The sidewalk may be placed next to the back-of-curb. Where feasible, a parkway strip at least
8-feet wide between the back-of-curb and the street edge of the sidewalk is recommended to
provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians and to allow for the planting of trees in
accordance with the District's Tree Planting Policy. If no trees are to be planted in the parkway
strip, the applicant may submit a request to the District, with justification, to reduce the width of
the parkway strip.
Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway.
Meandering sidewalks are discouraged.
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 50-feet; in rural areas or for temporary cul-de-sacs the
emergency service providers may require a greater radius. Landscape and parking islands may
be constructed in turnarounds if a minimum 29-foot street section is constructed around the
island. The pavement width shall be sufficient to allow the turning around of a standard
AASHTO SU design vehicle without backing. The developer shall provide written approval from
the appropriate fire department for this design element.
The District will consider alternatives to the standard cul-de-sac turnaround on a case-by-case
basis. This will be based on turning area, drainage, maintenance considerations and the written
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approval of the agency providing emergency fire service for the area where the development is
located.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing to extend Prairiefire Street into the site as a
33-foot wide street section with curb, gutter, and 5-foot wide attached concrete sidewalk within
47-feet of right-of-way. The applicant is proposing to terminate Prairiefire Street 400-feet into
the site as a cul-de-sac with a 45-foot wide turning radius.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal to extend Prairiefire Street
into the site as a 33-foot local street section meets District Policy and should be approved, as
proposed.
The applicant's proposal to terminate Prairiefire Street with a cul-de-sac with a 45-foot turning
radius does not meet District Cul-de-sac Streets policy which requires a minimum turning radius
of 50-feet. The applicant should be required to construct the proposed cul-de-sac with a
minimum turning radius of 50-feet.
3. Driveways
3.1 Locust Grove Road
a. Existing Conditions: There is a 20-foot wide unimproved driveway from the site onto Locust
Grove Road located 326-feet north of Summerheights Drive.
b. Policy:
Access Points Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with
development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section
and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is
being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated
and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies, changes, or the property redevelops.
Access Policy: District policy 7205.4.7 states that direct access to principal arterials is typically
prohibited. If a property has frontage on more than one street, access shall be taken from the
street having the lesser functional classification. If it is necessary to take access to the higher
classified street due to a lack of frontage, the minimum allowable spacing shall be based on
Table 1 b under District policy 7205.4.7, unless a waiver for the access point has been approved
by the District Commission. Driveways, when approved on a principal arterial shall operate as
a right-in/right-out only, and the District will require the construction of a raised median to restrict
the left turning movements.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing to close the existing 20-foot wide unimproved
driveway from the site onto Locust Grove Road with sidewalk and landscaping.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District policy, and
should be approved, as proposed.
4. Tree Planters
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.
5. 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
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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.
6. Other Access
Locust Grove Road is classified as a minor arterial roadway. Other than the access specifically
approved with this application, direct lot access is prohibited to these roadways and should be noted
on the final plat.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total 39-feet from the centerline of Locust Grove Road abutting
the site. Compensation will be provided.
2. Improve Locust Grove Road with 17-feet of pavement from centerline and a 3-foot wide gravel
shoulder abutting the site.
3. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located 32-feet from the centerline of Locust
Grove Road and connected to the existing facilities to the north and south of the site. Coordinate
with Development Review to ensure that ADA standards are met with the meandering portions of
the sidewalk.
4. Provide a permanent right-of-way easement to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk for detached
sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way of Locust Grove Road and all internal
roadways. Sidewalk shall be located wholly within right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
5. Extent Prairiefire Street into the site as a 33-foot wide street section with curb, gutter, and 5-foot
wide attached concrete sidewalk within 47-feet of right-of-way, as proposed.
6. Terminate Prairiefire Street with a cul-de-sac that has a minimum turning radius of 50-feet.
7. Close the existing 20-foot wide unimproved driveway from the site onto Locust Grove Road with
sidewalk and landscaping, as proposed.
8. 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.
9. Payment of impact fees is due prior to issuance of a building permit.
10. 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.
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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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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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