2022-08-29 ACHD Draft Staff Report Development Services Department
CHD
Project/File: Klein Huis/ MPP22-0006/ H-2022-0051
This is an annexation with rezone and a conditional use permit application to allow for
the development of multi-family development on 17-acres. The site is located at the
southwest corner of Meridian Road and Victory Road.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian tddf`
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Staff Approval: XXXX, 202X f-
Applicant: Brad Watson ,
Alpha Development Group
166 E. 14000 S., Suite 110
Draper, UT 84020
Owner: Tahri Molifua
SW Victory, LLC
2194 Snake River Parkway, Ste 300
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Staff Contact: Dawn Battles
Phone: 387-6218
E-mail: dbattles(a)_achdidaho.org
A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of annexation with rezone from
RUT (Rural-Urban Transition) to R-15 (Medium-High Density Residential) to allow for the
development of a multi-family community consisting of 134 dwelling units on 17-acres. The
applicant's rezone proposal is not consistent with the City of Meridian's future land use map which
designates this site as Medium Density Residential.
2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
Direction I Land Use Zoning
North Medium-Low Density Residential & Limited Office R-4 & L-O
South Medium Density Residential & Rural-Urban Transition (Ada R-8 & RUT
Count
East Medium-High Density & Medium Density Residential R-15 & R-8
West Rural-Urban Transition RUT
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3. Site History: ACHD staff previously reviewed this site as MER20-0079/ H-2020-0065 for
annexation with rezone, in August 2020. The requirements of this staff report are consistent with
those of the prior action.
4. Adjacent Development: The following developments are pending or underway in the vicinity of
the site:
• Jocelyn Park, a 74 lot subdivision consisting of 67 buildable lots and 7 common lots on 13-
acres located west of the site and was approved by ACHD in August 2020.
• Stapleton, a 215 lot subdivision consisting of 212 single family lots, 1 multi-family lot with 28
units and 27 common lots on 38-acres is located south of the site and was approved by ACHD
in February 2019.
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 0 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):
• Victory Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 3-lanes from Linder Road to
Meridian Road with the design year in 2026 and the construction date has not been
determined.
• The intersection of Victory Road and Stoddard Road is scheduled in the IFYWP for the
installation of a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) with the design year in 2022 and the
construction date has not been determined.
• The intersection of Amity Road/SH-69 is listed in the CIP to be widened to 6-lanes on the
north leg, 6-lanes on the south, 7-lanes on the east, and 7-lanes on the west leg and signalized
between 2031 and 2035.
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
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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 Victory Road abutting the site as an existing Level 3 facility and Victory Road
west of the site as a Level 3 facility that will be constructed as part of a future ACHD project.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 1,340 vehicle trips
per day; 134 vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak hour, based on the traffic impact study.
2. Traffic Impact Study
Hales Engineering prepared a traffic impact study for the proposed Klein Huis development referred
to as Victory Road & Meridian Road Site in the TIS. The executive summary of the findings as
presented by Hales Engineering can be found as Attachment 3. ACHD has reviewed the
submitted traffic impact study for consistency with ACHD policies and practices and may have
additional requirements beyond what is noted in the summary. ACHD Staff comments on the
submitted traffic impact study can be found below under staff comments.
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a. Policy:
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.
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• Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
Alternative Mitigation Measures: 7106.7.3 states that if traditional mitigation measures such
as roadway widening and intersection improvements are infeasible as determined by ACHD,
the TIS may recommend alternative mitigation measures. Alternative mitigation measures shall
demonstrate that impacts from the project will be offset.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are programmed as funded in
the Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP) or the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP);
no alternative mitigation is required.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are not programmed in either
the IFYWP or the CIP; the applicant may (i) analyze the shoulder hour and (ii) provide a
safety analysis to determine alternative mitigation requirements.
o If the impacted roadway segments and intersections meet the minimum
acceptable level of service planning thresholds in the shoulder hour the applicant
may suggest feasible alternative mitigation such as: sidewalks, bike facilities,
connectivity, safety improvements, etc. within 1.5 miles of the proposed
development.
o If the shoulder hour planning thresholds are exceeded the applicant may request
to enter into a Development Agreement and pay into the Priority Corridor Fund
an amount determined by the ACHD to offset impacts from the project.
• Alternative Mitigation may also include:
o Revision to the Phasing Plan to coincide with the District's future Capital
Projects.
o Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
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.
b. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The TIS indicates that the roadway segment and
intersections in the study area are anticipated to operate at an acceptable level of service
planning threshold under existing traffic, 2025 background and 2025 total traffic conditions in
the AM and PM peak hours with the exception of Victory Road/SH-69 intersection.
Crash data of the study area roadway segment and intersections were analyzed between 2017
and 2021 and there were no concerns. The TIS suggested a guard rail may be installed to help
protect drivers from the adjacent canal along Victory Road.
The TIS recommends mitigation measures for the Victory Road/ SH-69 intersection to mitigate
the existing traffic, 2025 background and 2025 total traffic conditions. The percentage of site
generated traffic under 2025 total traffic conditions in the PM peak hour is provided in
parenthesis.
Victory Road/ SH-69 (2.7%)
■ Construct southbound dual left-turn lanes—Requires constructing a receiving
lane on eastbound Victory Road under existing traffic, 2025 background traffic,
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■ Construct a northbound right-turn pocket under existing traffic, 2025 background
traffic,
■ Construct an eastbound right-turn pocket under existing traffic, 2025 background
traffic,
■ Signal timing adjustments and allow for permissive overlap phasing on the
westbound approach of Victory Road under existing traffic, background traffic
■ Remove the permissive-protective phasing on the east and west bound
approaches under 2025 background traffic,
■ Convert the eastbound right-turn lane into a shared right-through under 2025
background traffic
The TIS notes that constructing southbound dual left-turn lanes on SH-69 including the
construction of a receiving lane on eastbound Victory Road, a northbound right-turn pocket on
SH-69 and an eastbound right-turn pocket on Victory Road could be constructed within the
existing right-of-way, making this improvement feasible. Additionally, even with the
recommended improvements the intersection is not anticipated to operate at an acceptable level
of service planning thresholds and would require extensive widening and additional right-of-way.
This intersection is not programmed or funded for improvements in ACHD's CIP or ITD's
transportation plan. The northbound/southbound approaches of this intersection are on SH-69
and under the jurisdiction of ITD. The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has not provided
their final conditions of approval at the time of this staff report.
In addition, the proposed site traffic at this intersection will be less than 10% of the 2025 total
traffic conditions. Therefore, consistent with District policy 7205.3.1 Level of Service Planning
Threshold, which states, a proposed development with site traffic less than 10% of the existing
downstream roadway or intersection peak hour traffic shall not be required to provide mitigation;
no improvements are required at this intersection for the road segment that is within ACHD right-
of-way.
The TIS evaluated this intersection with the above listed mitigation measures, southbound dual
left-turn lanes on SH-69 including the construction of a receiving lane on eastbound Victory
Road, a northbound right-turn pocket on SH-69 and an eastbound right-turn pocket on Victory
Road to determine the additional storage lengths required for each lane group.
The TIS evaluated this intersection with additional mitigation measures including removing the
permissive-protective phasing on the east and westbound approaches on Victory Road and
converting the eastbound right-turn lane on Victory Road into a shared right-through to determine
the additional storage lengths required, listed below, for each lane group under 2025 background
traffic and 2025 total traffic conditions.
■ Eastbound left turn lane extended (19%)
0 30-feet for the AM peak hour under existing traffic conditions
0 179-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 background traffic conditions
0 233-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 total traffic conditions
■ Southbound left-turn lane extended (0%)
o 100-feet for the PM peak hour under existing traffic condition
■ Westbound left-turn lane extended (3%)
o 85-feet for the PM peak hour under 2025 background traffic conditions
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c 92-feet for the PM peak hour under 2025 total traffic conditions
■ Westbound right-turn lane extended (0%)
■ 154-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 background traffic conditions
■ 145-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 total traffic conditions
The TIS notes that the above mitigation measures improve the acceptable level of service
planning thresholds; however, any further mitigation may require widening SH-69 to provide
three through lanes on the north and southbound legs and is not feasible as it will require
additional right-of-way. SH-69 is under the jurisdiction of Idaho Department of Transportation.
Therefore, the applicant should work with the City of Meridian and ITD to determine if additional
improvements are necessary on SH-69 at this intersection.
The extension of the existing turn lanes at the Victory Road/SH-69 intersection will require
additional right-of-way or realignment for the eastbound left-turn lane, additional right-of-way
and the existing sidewalks would be impacted for the westbound right-turn lane and the
westbound left-turn lane could be extended within the existing center turn lane on Victory Road.
Due to the additional right-of-way required (eastbound left and westbound left), the potential
impacts to sidewalk, these improvements are infeasible, and no mitigation is recommended.
In addition, the TIS notes the proposed site traffic will be less than 10% of the 2025 total traffic
conditions for the westbound left and right-turn lanes on Victory Road. Therefore, consistent
with District policy 7205.3.1 Level of Service Planning Threshold, which states, a proposed
development with site traffic less than 10% of the existing downstream roadway or intersection
peak hour traffic shall not be required to provide mitigation; no improvements are required at
this intersection for the road segment that is within ACHD right-of-way.
The southbound left-turn lane at the Victory Road/SH-69 intersection is on SH-69 and is under
the jurisdiction of Idaho Department of Transportation. Therefore, the applicant should work
with the City of Meridian and ITD to determine if additional improvements are necessary on SH-
69 at these intersections.
Turn Lanes:
The TIS notes turn lanes are warranted at the following site access locations:
• Victory Road/ Private Road-Driveway
o Westbound left-turn lane
• South Access/ SH-69
o Southbound right-turn lane
The southbound right-turn lane at South Access/SH-69 is on SH-69 and under the jurisdiction
of Idaho Department of Transportation. Therefore, the applicant should work with the City of
Meridian and ITD to determine if additional improvements are necessary to SH-69 at this
proposed site access.
Site Access Evaluation:
• A Private Road/Drive Aisle onto Victory Road is proposed to be located 645-feet west
of Meridian Road and in alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory Road
across from the site. The TIS notes a westbound left-turn lane is warranted on Victory
Road at this driveway and that it does not meet spacing requirements from the nearest
signalized intersection, is anticipated to operate acceptably as a full access and meets
the sight distance requirements.
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Although the location does not meet District Driveway Location policy which requires
driveways to be located a minimum of 660-feet from the nearest signalized intersection,
staff recommends approval of the location as it aligns with a local street on the north
side of Victory Road across from the site which meets the intent of the policy.
Additionally, the driveway is needed to serve the site and it is located outside the
influence area of the intersection. The applicant should be required to construct a
westbound left-turn lane at the site access when it is constructed to intersect Victory
Road.
3. Condition of Area Roadways
Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour(VPH)
Functional PM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
Roadway Frontage Classification Traffic Count Level of
Service
**State Highway 69 863 Principal Arterial 1,926 N/A
Meridian Road
Victory Road 1,478-feet Minor Arterial 340 Better than "E"
* Acceptable level of service for a two-lane minor arterial is "E" (575 VPH).
** ACHD does not set level of service thresholds for State Highways.
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 SH-69 north of Victory Road was 26,190 on October 27,
2021.
• The average daily traffic count for Victory Road west of SH-69 was 5,301 on October 27,
2021.
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 that this segment of Victory Road be constructed as a 3-lane
minor arterial.
2. State Highway SH-69 /Meridian Road
SH-69 is under the jurisdiction of the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD). The Idaho
Transportation Department has not yet provided their conditions of approval for the development at
the time of this staff report. The applicant, City of Meridian, and ITD should work together to
determine if additional right-of-way or improvements are necessary on SH-69.
3. Victory Road
a. Existing Conditions: Victory Road is improved with 2-travel lanes, 3-lanes at the intersection
with SH-69, 25 to 46-feet of pavement, 7 to 13-foot wide gravel shoulders and no curb, gutter
or sidewalk abutting the site. There is 50 to 80-feet of right-of-way for Victory Road (25 to 45-
feet from centerline).
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The Ridenbaugh Canal is located on the south side of Victory Road at the site's north property
line and in close proximity to Victory Road.
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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.
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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 Victory Road is designated in the
MSM as a Residential 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 10-foot wide detached concrete
sidewalk on Victory Road abutting the site located on the south side of the canal due to the
canal's close proximity to Victory Road.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: Consistent with the MSM, the applicant should be
required to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 39-feet from centerline of Victory Road,
where it is needed, abutting the site. The additional dedicated right-of-way is impact fee eligible
for compensation, as this segment of Victory Road is listed in the IFYWP and the CIP.
The applicant's proposal to construct 10-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Victory Road
abutting the site on the south side of the canal exceeds District policy which requires 5-foot wide
detached concrete sidewalk and should be approved as proposed. Staff is supportive of the
applicant's proposal to construct the sidewalk on the south side of the canal, this is also
consistent with ACHD's action on the Jocelyn Park Subdivision located west of the site. The
detached sidewalk should tie into the sidewalk that was constructed as part of Jocelyn Park and
extend east to Meridian Road, as proposed.
The applicant should be required to provide a permanent right-of-way easement that extends
from the right-of-way line to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk. Sidewalk shall be located wholly
within right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
The applicant should be required to improve Victory Road with 17-feet of pavement plus a 3-
foot gravel shoulder from centerline where it is needed abutting the site.
Consistent with the findings and recommendations of the traffic impact study, the applicant
should be required to construct a westbound center left-turn lane on Victory Road when the
private road is constructed to intersect Victory Road. Coordinate the design of the turn lane
with ACHD's Development Review staff.
4. Driveways/Private Roads
4.1 Victory Road
a. Existing Conditions: There are no existing driveways from the site onto Victory Road.
b. Policy:
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:
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• 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.
Access Points Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with
development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section
and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is
being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated
and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies, changes, or the property redevelops.
Access Policy: District policy 7205.4.6 states that direct access to minor arterials is typically
prohibited. If a property has frontage on more than one street, access shall be taken from the
street having the lesser functional classification. If it is necessary to take access to the higher
classified street due to a lack of frontage, the minimum allowable spacing shall be based on
Table 1 a under District policy 7205.4.6, unless a waiver for the access point has been approved
by the District Commission.
Driveway Location Policy: District policy 7205.4.5 requires driveways located on minor
arterial roadways from a signalized intersection with a single left turn lane shall be located a
minimum of 330-feet from the nearest intersection for a right-in/right-out only driveway and a
minimum of 660-feet from the intersection for a full-movement driveway.
District policy 7205.4.5 requires driveways located on minor arterial roadways from a signalized
intersection with a dual left turn lane shall be located a minimum of 330-feet from the nearest
intersection for a right-in/right-out only driveway and a minimum of 710-feet from the intersection
for a full-movement driveway.
Successive Driveways: District policy 7205.4.6 Table 1 a, requires driveways located on minor
arterial roadways with a speed limit of 35 MPH to align or offset a minimum of 330-feet from
any existing or proposed driveway.
Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7205.4.8 restricts high-volume driveways (100 VTD or
more) to a maximum width of 36-feet and low-volume driveways (less than 100 VTD) to a
maximum width of 30-feet. Curb return type driveways with 30-foot radii will be required for high-
volume driveways with 100 VTD or more. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be
required for low-volume driveways with less than 100 VTD.
Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance
problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy,
7205.4.8, the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30-
feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers in
accordance with Table 2 under District Policy 7205.4.8.
Cross Access Easements/Shared Access Policy: District Policy 7202.4.1 states that cross
access utilizes a single vehicular connection that serves two or more adjoining lots or parcels
so that the driver does not need to re-enter the public street system.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing to construct a 54-foot wide paved curb return
type private road/drive aisle to include a 10-foot wide center landscape island onto Victory Road
located 645-feet west of SH-69 and in alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory
Road across from the site.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal to construct a paved curb
return private road/drive aisle onto Victory Road located 645-feet west of SH-69 and in
alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory Road across from the site does not meet
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District Driveway Location policy which requires driveways to be located a minimum of 660-feet
from the nearest signalized intersection. Staff recommends approval of the proposed driveway
location as it aligns with a local street on the north side of Victory Road across from the site
which meets the intent of the policy. Additionally, the driveway is needed to serve the site and
it is located outside the influence area of the intersection. This driveway is approved as a
temporary full access and may be restricted to right-in/right-out only in the future, as conditions
warrant as determined by ACHD. The driveway will be restricted to a maximum width of 36-
feet within the right-of-way of Victory Road and can transition to a wider drive aisle within the
site.
The applicant should be required to locate the 10-foot wide center landscape island outside of
the right-of-way of Victory Road.
Bridge Crossing: The Ridenbaugh Canal runs through the site and the construction of a bridge
is required for the crossing at the proposed private road/drive aisle onto Victory Road located
645-feet west of Meridian Road. The applicant should be required to construct the bridge to
include pavement widening, vertical curb, gutter and 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk to provide
pedestrian crossings for Victory Road at the intersection.
If The City of Meridian approves the private road, the applicant shall be required to pave the
private roadway its full width and at least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of
all public streets and install pavement tapers with 15-foot curb radii abutting the existing
roadway edge. If private roads are not approved by Ada County Development Services, the
applicant will be required to revise and resubmit the preliminary plat to provide public standard
local streets in these locations.
Street name and stop signs are required for the private road. The signs may be ordered through
the District. Verification of the correct, approved name of the road is required.
ACHD does not make any assurances that the private road, which is a part of this application,
will be accepted as a public road if such a request is made in the future. Substantial redesign
and reconstruction costs may be necessary in order to qualify this road for public ownership
and maintenance.
The following requirements must be met if the applicant wishes to dedicate the roadway to
ACHD:
• Dedicate a minimum of 50-feet of right-of-way for the road.
• Construct the roadway to the minimum ACHD requirements.
• Construct a stub street to the surrounding parcels.
5. Tree Planters
Tree Planter Policy: Tree Planter Policy: The District's Tree Planter Policy prohibits all trees in
planters less than 8-feet in width without the installation of root barriers. Class II trees may be
allowed in planters with a minimum width of 8-feet, and Class I and Class III trees may be allowed
in planters with a minimum width of 10-feet.
6. Landscaping
Landscaping Policy: A license agreement is required for all landscaping proposed within ACHD
right-of-way or easement areas. Trees shall be located no closer than 10-feet from all public storm
drain facilities. Landscaping should be designed to eliminate site obstructions in the vision triangle
at intersections. District Policy 5104.3.1 requires a 40-foot vision triangle and a 3-foot height
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.
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7. Other Access
Victory Road is classified as a minor arterial roadway. Other than the access specifically approved
with this application, direct lot access is prohibited to this roadway.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total 39-feet from centerline of Victory Road, where it is needed,
abutting the site. Compensation will be provided for the additional dedicated right-of-way.
2. Improve Victory Road with 17-feet of pavement from centerline plus a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder
where it is needed abutting the site.
3. Construct 10-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Victory Road abutting the site on the south
side of the canal and tie into the sidewalk that was constructed as part of Jocelyn Park and extend
east to Meridian Road, as proposed. Provide a permanent right-of-way easement that extends
from the right-of-way line to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk. Sidewalk shall be located wholly within
right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
4. Construct a westbound center left-turn lane on Victory Road when the private road is constructed
to intersect Victory Road. Coordinate the design of the turn lane with ACHD's Development Review
staff.
5. Construct a paved curb return private road/drive aisle onto Victory Road located 645-feet west of
SH-69 and in alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory Road across from the site. The
driveway will be restricted to a maximum width of 36-feet within the Victory Road right-of-way and
can transition to a wider drive aisle with an island within the site. Locate the 10-foot wide center
landscape island outside of the right-of-way of Victory Road.
6. Construct the bridge over the Ridenbaugh Canal to include pavement widening, vertical curb, gutter
and 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk to provide pedestrian crossings for Victory Road at the
intersection.
7. Install street name and stop signs for the private road. The signs may be ordered through the
District. Verification of the correct, approved name of the road is required.
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.
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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. TIS Executive Summary
4. Utility Coordinating Council
5. Development Process Checklist
6. 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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Development Services Department
Project/File: Klein Huis/ MPP22-0006/ H-2022-0051
This is an annexation with rezone and a conditional use permit application to allow for
the development of multi-family development on 17-acres. The site is located at the
southwest corner of Meridian Road and Victory Road.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian
Site address: 3225 & 3345
S. Meridian Road &
S1225110120 and
W. Victory Road
(S1224449150 & S1225110140)
Staff Approval: XXXX, 202X
Applicant: Brad Watson
Alpha Development Group
166 E. 14000 S., Suite 110
Draper, UT 84020
Owner: Tahri Molifua
SW Victory, LLC
2194 Snake River Parkway, Ste 300
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Staff Contact: Dawn Battles
Phone: 387-6218
E-mail: dbattles@achdidaho.org
A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of annexation with rezone from
RUT (Rural-Urban Transition) to R-15 (Medium-High Density Residential) to allow for the
development of a multi-family community consisting of 134 dwelling units on 17-acres. The
applicant’s rezone proposal is not consistent with the City of Meridian’s future land use map which
designates this site as Medium Density Residential.
2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
Direction Land Use Zoning
North Medium-Low Density Residential & Limited Office R-4 & L-O
South Medium Density Residential & Rural-Urban Transition (Ada
County)
R-8 & RUT
East Medium-High Density & Medium Density Residential R-15 & R-8
West Rural-Urban Transition RUT
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3. Site History: ACHD staff previously reviewed this site as MER20-0079/ H-2020-0065 for
annexation with rezone, in August 2020. The requirements of this staff report are consistent with
those of the prior action.
4. Adjacent Development: The following developments are pending or underway in the vicinity of
the site:
• Jocelyn Park, a 74 lot subdivision consisting of 67 buildable lots and 7 common lots on 13-
acres located west of the site and was approved by ACHD in August 2020.
• Stapleton, a 215 lot subdivision consisting of 212 single family lots, 1 multi-family lot with 28
units and 27 common lots on 38-acres is located south of the site and was approved by ACHD
in February 2019.
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 0 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):
• Victory Road is scheduled in the IFYWP to be widened to 3-lanes from Linder Road to
Meridian Road with the design year in 2026 and the construction date has not been
determined.
• The intersection of Victory Road and Stoddard Road is scheduled in the IFYWP for the
installation of a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) with the design year in 2022 and the
construction date has not been determined.
• The intersection of Amity Road/SH-69 is listed in the CIP to be widened to 6-lanes on the
north leg, 6-lanes on the south, 7-lanes on the east, and 7-lanes on the west leg and signalized
between 2031 and 2035.
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
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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 Victory Road abutting the site as an existing Level 3 facility and Victory Road
west of the site as a Level 3 facility that will be constructed as part of a future ACHD project.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 1,340 vehicle trips
per day; 134 vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak hour, based on the traffic impact study.
2. Traffic Impact Study
Hales Engineering prepared a traffic impact study for the proposed Klein Huis development referred
to as Victory Road & Meridian Road Site in the TIS. The executive summary of the findings as
presented by Hales Engineering can be found as Attachment 3. 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.
a. Policy:
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.
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• Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
Alternative Mitigation Measures: 7106.7.3 states that if traditional mitigation measures such
as roadway widening and intersection improvements are infeasible as determined by ACHD,
the TIS may recommend alternative mitigation measures. Alternative mitigation measures shall
demonstrate that impacts from the project will be offset.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are programmed as funded in
the Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP) or the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP);
no alternative mitigation is required.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are not programmed in either
the IFYWP or the CIP; the applicant may (i) analyze the shoulder hour and (ii) provide a
safety analysis to determine alternative mitigation requirements.
o If the impacted roadway segments and intersections meet the minimum
acceptable level of service planning thresholds in the shoulder hour the applicant
may suggest feasible alternative mitigation such as: sidewalks, bike facilities,
connectivity, safety improvements, etc. within 1.5 miles of the proposed
development.
o If the shoulder hour planning thresholds are exceeded the applicant may request
to enter into a Development Agreement and pay into the Priority Corridor Fund
an amount determined by the ACHD to offset impacts from the project.
• Alternative Mitigation may also include:
o Revision to the Phasing Plan to coincide with the District’s future Capital
Projects.
o Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
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.
b. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The TIS indicates that the roadway segment and
intersections in the study area are anticipated to operate at an acceptable level of service
planning threshold under existing traffic, 2025 background and 2025 total traffic conditions in
the AM and PM peak hours with the exception of Victory Road/SH-69 intersection.
Crash data of the study area roadway segment and intersections were analyzed between 2017
and 2021 and there were no concerns. The TIS suggested a guard rail may be installed to help
protect drivers from the adjacent canal along Victory Road.
The TIS recommends mitigation measures for the Victory Road/ SH-69 intersection to mitigate
the existing traffic, 2025 background and 2025 total traffic conditions. The percentage of site
generated traffic under 2025 total traffic conditions in the PM peak hour is provided in
parenthesis.
Victory Road/ SH-69 (2.7%)
▪ Construct southbound dual left-turn lanes—Requires constructing a receiving
lane on eastbound Victory Road under existing traffic, 2025 background traffic,
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▪ Construct a northbound right-turn pocket under existing traffic, 2025 background
traffic,
▪ Construct an eastbound right-turn pocket under existing traffic, 2025 background
traffic,
▪ Signal timing adjustments and allow for permissive overlap phasing on the
westbound approach of Victory Road under existing traffic, background traffic
▪ Remove the permissive-protective phasing on the east and west bound
approaches under 2025 background traffic,
▪ Convert the eastbound right-turn lane into a shared right-through under 2025
background traffic
The TIS notes that constructing southbound dual left-turn lanes on SH-69 including the
construction of a receiving lane on eastbound Victory Road, a northbound right-turn pocket on
SH-69 and an eastbound right-turn pocket on Victory Road could be constructed within the
existing right-of-way, making this improvement feasible. Additionally, even with the
recommended improvements the intersection is not anticipated to operate at an acceptable level
of service planning thresholds and would require extensive widening and additional right-of-way.
This intersection is not programmed or funded for improvements in ACHD’s CIP or ITD’s
transportation plan. The northbound/southbound approaches of this intersection are on SH-69
and under the jurisdiction of ITD. The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has not provided
their final conditions of approval at the time of this staff report.
In addition, the proposed site traffic at this intersection will be less than 10% of the 2025 total
traffic conditions. Therefore, consistent with District policy 7205.3.1 Level of Service Planning
Threshold, which states, a proposed development with site traffic less than 10% of the existing
downstream roadway or intersection peak hour traffic shall not be required to provide mitigation;
no improvements are required at this intersection for the road segment that is within ACHD right-
of-way.
The TIS evaluated this intersection with the above listed mitigation measures, southbound dual
left-turn lanes on SH-69 including the construction of a receiving lane on eastbound Victory
Road, a northbound right-turn pocket on SH-69 and an eastbound right-turn pocket on Victory
Road to determine the additional storage lengths required for each lane group.
The TIS evaluated this intersection with additional mitigation measures including removing the
permissive-protective phasing on the east and westbound approaches on Victory Road and
converting the eastbound right-turn lane on Victory Road into a shared right-through to determine
the additional storage lengths required, listed below, for each lane group under 2025 background
traffic and 2025 total traffic conditions.
▪ Eastbound left turn lane extended (19%)
o 30-feet for the AM peak hour under existing traffic conditions
o 179-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 background traffic conditions
o 233-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 total traffic conditions
▪ Southbound left-turn lane extended (0%)
o 100-feet for the PM peak hour under existing traffic condition
▪ Westbound left-turn lane extended (3%)
o 85-feet for the PM peak hour under 2025 background traffic conditions
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o 92-feet for the PM peak hour under 2025 total traffic conditions
▪ Westbound right-turn lane extended (0%)
▪ 154-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 background traffic conditions
▪ 145-feet for the AM peak hour under 2025 total traffic conditions
The TIS notes that the above mitigation measures improve the acceptable level of service
planning thresholds; however, any further mitigation may require widening SH-69 to provide
three through lanes on the north and southbound legs and is not feasible as it will require
additional right-of-way. SH-69 is under the jurisdiction of Idaho Department of Transportation.
Therefore, the applicant should work with the City of Meridian and ITD to determine if additional
improvements are necessary on SH-69 at this intersection.
The extension of the existing turn lanes at the Victory Road/SH-69 intersection will require
additional right-of-way or realignment for the eastbound left-turn lane, additional right-of-way
and the existing sidewalks would be impacted for the westbound right-turn lane and the
westbound left-turn lane could be extended within the existing center turn lane on Victory Road.
Due to the additional right-of-way required (eastbound left and westbound left), the potential
impacts to sidewalk, these improvements are infeasible, and no mitigation is recommended.
In addition, the TIS notes the proposed site traffic will be less than 10% of the 2025 total traffic
conditions for the westbound left and right-turn lanes on Victory Road. Therefore, consistent
with District policy 7205.3.1 Level of Service Planning Threshold, which states, a proposed
development with site traffic less than 10% of the existing downstream roadway or intersection
peak hour traffic shall not be required to provide mitigation; no improvements are required at
this intersection for the road segment that is within ACHD right-of-way.
The southbound left-turn lane at the Victory Road/SH-69 intersection is on SH-69 and is under
the jurisdiction of Idaho Department of Transportation. Therefore, the applicant should work
with the City of Meridian and ITD to determine if additional improvements are necessary on SH-
69 at these intersections.
Turn Lanes:
The TIS notes turn lanes are warranted at the following site access locations:
• Victory Road/ Private Road-Driveway
o Westbound left-turn lane
• South Access/ SH-69
o Southbound right-turn lane
The southbound right-turn lane at South Access/SH-69 is on SH-69 and under the jurisdiction
of Idaho Department of Transportation. Therefore, the applicant should work with the City of
Meridian and ITD to determine if additional improvements are necessary to SH-69 at this
proposed site access.
Site Access Evaluation:
• A Private Road/Drive Aisle onto Victory Road is proposed to be located 645-feet west
of Meridian Road and in alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory Road
across from the site. The TIS notes a westbound left-turn lane is warranted on Victory
Road at this driveway and that it does not meet spacing requirements from the nearest
signalized intersection, is anticipated to operate acceptably as a full access and meets
the sight distance requirements.
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Although the location does not meet District Driveway Location policy which requires
driveways to be located a minimum of 660-feet from the nearest signalized intersection,
staff recommends approval of the location as it aligns with a local street on the north
side of Victory Road across from the site which meets the intent of the policy.
Additionally, the driveway is needed to serve the site and it is located outside the
influence area of the intersection. The applicant should be required to construct a
westbound left-turn lane at the site access when it is constructed to intersect Victory
Road.
3. Condition of Area Roadways
Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour (VPH)
* Acceptable level of service for a two-lane minor arterial is “E” (575 VPH).
** ACHD does not set level of service thresholds for State Highways.
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 SH-69 north of Victory Road was 26,190 on October 27,
2021.
• The average daily traffic count for Victory Road west of SH-69 was 5,301 on October 27,
2021.
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 that this segment of Victory Road be constructed as a 3-lane
minor arterial.
2. State Highway SH-69 /Meridian Road
SH-69 is under the jurisdiction of the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD). The Idaho
Transportation Department has not yet provided their conditions of approval for the development at
the time of this staff report. The applicant, City of Meridian, and ITD should work together to
determine if additional right-of-way or improvements are necessary on SH-69.
3. Victory Road
a. Existing Conditions: Victory Road is improved with 2-travel lanes, 3-lanes at the intersection
with SH-69, 25 to 46-feet of pavement, 7 to 13-foot wide gravel shoulders and no curb, gutter
or sidewalk abutting the site. There is 50 to 80-feet of right-of-way for Victory Road (25 to 45-
feet from centerline).
Roadway Frontage Functional
Classification
PM Peak Hour
Traffic Count
PM Peak Hour
Level of
Service
**State Highway 69
Meridian Road 863 Principal Arterial 1,926 N/A
Victory Road 1,478-feet Minor Arterial 340 Better than “E”
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The Ridenbaugh Canal is located on the south side of Victory Road at the site’s north property
line and in close proximity to Victory Road.
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.
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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 Victory Road is designated in the
MSM as a Residential 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 10-foot wide detached concrete
sidewalk on Victory Road abutting the site located on the south side of the canal due to the
canal’s close proximity to Victory Road.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: Consistent with the MSM, the applicant should be
required to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 39-feet from centerline of Victory Road,
where it is needed, abutting the site. The additional dedicated right-of-way is impact fee eligible
for compensation, as this segment of Victory Road is listed in the IFYWP and the CIP.
The applicant’s proposal to construct 10-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Victory Road
abutting the site on the south side of the canal exceeds District policy which requires 5-foot wide
detached concrete sidewalk and should be approved as proposed. Staff is supportive of the
applicant’s proposal to construct the sidewalk on the south side of the canal, this is also
consistent with ACHD’s action on the Jocelyn Park Subdivision located west of the site. The
detached sidewalk should tie into the sidewalk that was constructed as part of Jocelyn Park and
extend east to Meridian Road, as proposed.
The applicant should be required to provide a permanent right-of-way easement that extends
from the right-of-way line to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk. Sidewalk shall be located wholly
within right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
The applicant should be required to improve Victory Road with 17-feet of pavement plus a 3-
foot gravel shoulder from centerline where it is needed abutting the site.
Consistent with the findings and recommendations of the traffic impact study, the applicant
should be required to construct a westbound center left-turn lane on Victory Road when the
private road is constructed to intersect Victory Road. Coordinate the design of the turn lane
with ACHD’s Development Review staff.
4. Driveways/Private Roads
4.1 Victory Road
a. Existing Conditions: There are no existing driveways from the site onto Victory Road.
b. Policy:
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:
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• 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.
Access Points Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with
development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section
and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is
being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated
and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies, changes, or the property redevelops.
Access Policy: District policy 7205.4.6 states that direct access to minor arterials is typically
prohibited. If a property has frontage on more than one street, access shall be taken from the
street having the lesser functional classification. If it is necessary to take access to the higher
classified street due to a lack of frontage, the minimum allowable spacing shall be based on
Table 1a under District policy 7205.4.6, unless a waiver for the access point has been approved
by the District Commission.
Driveway Location Policy: District policy 7205.4.5 requires driveways located on minor
arterial roadways from a signalized intersection with a single left turn lane shall be located a
minimum of 330-feet from the nearest intersection for a right-in/right-out only driveway and a
minimum of 660-feet from the intersection for a full-movement driveway.
District policy 7205.4.5 requires driveways located on minor arterial roadways from a signalized
intersection with a dual left turn lane shall be located a minimum of 330-feet from the nearest
intersection for a right-in/right-out only driveway and a minimum of 710-feet from the intersection
for a full-movement driveway.
Successive Driveways: District policy 7205.4.6 Table 1a, requires driveways located on minor
arterial roadways with a speed limit of 35 MPH to align or offset a minimum of 330-feet from
any existing or proposed driveway.
Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7205.4.8 restricts high-volume driveways (100 VTD or
more) to a maximum width of 36-feet and low-volume driveways (less than 100 VTD) to a
maximum width of 30-feet. Curb return type driveways with 30-foot radii will be required for high-
volume driveways with 100 VTD or more. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be
required for low-volume driveways with less than 100 VTD.
Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance
problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy,
7205.4.8, the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30-
feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers in
accordance with Table 2 under District Policy 7205.4.8.
Cross Access Easements/Shared Access Policy: District Policy 7202.4.1 states that cross
access utilizes a single vehicular connection that serves two or more adjoining lots or parcels
so that the driver does not need to re-enter the public street system.
c. Applicant’s Proposal: The applicant is proposing to construct a 54-foot wide paved curb return
type private road/drive aisle to include a 10-foot wide center landscape island onto Victory Road
located 645-feet west of SH-69 and in alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory
Road across from the site.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant’s proposal to construct a paved curb
return private road/drive aisle onto Victory Road located 645-feet west of SH-69 and in
alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory Road across from the site does not meet
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District Driveway Location policy which requires driveways to be located a minimum of 660-feet
from the nearest signalized intersection. Staff recommends approval of the proposed driveway
location as it aligns with a local street on the north side of Victory Road across from the site
which meets the intent of the policy. Additionally, the driveway is needed to serve the site and
it is located outside the influence area of the intersection. This driveway is approved as a
temporary full access and may be restricted to right-in/right-out only in the future, as conditions
warrant as determined by ACHD. The driveway will be restricted to a maximum width of 36-
feet within the right-of-way of Victory Road and can transition to a wider drive aisle within the
site.
The applicant should be required to locate the 10-foot wide center landscape island outside of
the right-of-way of Victory Road.
Bridge Crossing: The Ridenbaugh Canal runs through the site and the construction of a bridge
is required for the crossing at the proposed private road/drive aisle onto Victory Road located
645-feet west of Meridian Road. The applicant should be required to construct the bridge to
include pavement widening, vertical curb, gutter and 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk to provide
pedestrian crossings for Victory Road at the intersection.
If The City of Meridian approves the private road, the applicant shall be required to pave the
private roadway its full width and at least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of
all public streets and install pavement tapers with 15-foot curb radii abutting the existing
roadway edge. If private roads are not approved by Ada County Development Services, the
applicant will be required to revise and resubmit the preliminary plat to provide public standard
local streets in these locations.
Street name and stop signs are required for the private road. The signs may be ordered through
the District. Verification of the correct, approved name of the road is required.
ACHD does not make any assurances that the private road, which is a part of this application,
will be accepted as a public road if such a request is made in the future. Substantial redesign
and reconstruction costs may be necessary in order to qualify this road for public ownership
and maintenance.
The following requirements must be met if the applicant wishes to dedicate the roadway to
ACHD:
• Dedicate a minimum of 50-feet of right-of-way for the road.
• Construct the roadway to the minimum ACHD requirements.
• Construct a stub street to the surrounding parcels.
5. Tree Planters
Tree Planter Policy: Tree Planter Policy: The District’s Tree Planter Policy prohibits all trees in
planters less than 8-feet in width without the installation of root barriers. Class II trees may be
allowed in planters with a minimum width of 8-feet, and Class I and Class III trees may be allowed
in planters with a minimum width of 10-feet.
6. Landscaping
Landscaping Policy: A license agreement is required for all landscaping proposed within ACHD
right-of-way or easement areas. Trees shall be located no closer than 10-feet from all public storm
drain facilities. Landscaping should be designed to eliminate site obstructions in the vision triangle
at intersections. District Policy 5104.3.1 requires a 40-foot vision triangle and a 3-foot height
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.
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7. Other Access
Victory Road is classified as a minor arterial roadway. Other than the access specifically approved
with this application, direct lot access is prohibited to this roadway.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total 39-feet from centerline of Victory Road, where it is needed,
abutting the site. Compensation will be provided for the additional dedicated right-of-way.
2. Improve Victory Road with 17-feet of pavement from centerline plus a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder
where it is needed abutting the site.
3. Construct 10-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Victory Road abutting the site on the south
side of the canal and tie into the sidewalk that was constructed as part of Jocelyn Park and extend
east to Meridian Road, as proposed. Provide a permanent right-of-way easement that extends
from the right-of-way line to 2-feet behind back of sidewalk. Sidewalk shall be located wholly within
right-of-way or wholly within an easement.
4. Construct a westbound center left-turn lane on Victory Road when the private road is constructed
to intersect Victory Road. Coordinate the design of the turn lane with ACHD’s Development Review
staff.
5. Construct a paved curb return private road/drive aisle onto Victory Road located 645-feet west of
SH-69 and in alignment with Alfani Way on the north side of Victory Road across from the site. The
driveway will be restricted to a maximum width of 36-feet within the Victory Road right-of-way and
can transition to a wider drive aisle with an island within the site. Locate the 10-foot wide center
landscape island outside of the right-of-way of Victory Road.
6. Construct the bridge over the Ridenbaugh Canal to include pavement widening, vertical curb, gutter
and 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk to provide pedestrian crossings for Victory Road at the
intersection.
7. Install street name and stop signs for the private road. The signs may be ordered through the
District. Verification of the correct, approved name of the road is required.
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.
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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. TIS Executive Summary
4. Utility Coordinating Council
5. Development Process Checklist
6. Appeal Guidelines
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VICINITY MAP
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SITE PLAN
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Ada County Utility Coordinating Council
Developer/Local Improvement District
Right of Way Improvements Guideline Request
Purpose: To develop the necessary avenue for proper notification to utilities of local highway and
road improvements, to help the utilities in budgeting and to clarify the already existing process.
1) Notification: Within five (5) working days upon notification of required right of way improvements
by Highway entities, developers shall provide written notification to the affected utility owners and
the Ada County Utility Coordinating Council (UCC). Notification shall include but not be limited to,
project limits, scope of roadway improvements/project, anticipated construction dates, and any
portions critical to the right of way improvements and coordination of utilities.
2) Plan Review: The developer shall provide the highway entities and all utility owners with
preliminary project plans and schedule a plan review conference. Depending on the scale of
utility improvements, a plan review conference may not be necessary, as determined by the utility
owners. Conference notification shall also be sent to the UCC. During the review meeting the
developer shall notify utilities of the status of right of way/easement acquisition necessary for their
project. At the plan review conference each company shall have the right to appeal, adjust and/or
negotiate with the developer on its own behalf. Each utility shall provide the developer with a letter
of review indicating the costs and time required for relocation of its facilities. Said letter of review
is to be provided within thirty calendar days after the date of the plan review conference.
3) Revisions: The developer is responsible to provide utilities with any revisions to preliminary
plans. Utilities may request an updated plan review meeting if revisions are made in the
preliminary plans which affect the utility relocation requirements. Utilities shall have thirty days
after receiving the revisions to review and comment thereon.
4) Final Notification: The developer will provide highway entities, utility owners and the UCC with
final notification of its intent to proceed with right of way improvements and include the anticipated
date work will commence. This notification shall indicate that the work to be performed shall be
pursuant to final approved plans by the highway entity. The developer shall schedule a
preconstruction meeting prior to right of way improvements. Utility relocation activity shall be
completed within the times established during the preconstruction meeting, unless otherwise
agreed upon.
Notification to the Ada County UCC can be sent to: 50 S. Cole Rd. Boise 83707, or Visit iducc.com
for e-mail notification information.
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Development Process Checklist
Items Completed to Date:
Submit a development application to a City or to Ada County
The City or the County will transmit the development application to ACHD
The ACHD Planning Review Section will receive the development application to review
The Planning Review Section will do one of the following:
Send a “No Review” letter to the applicant stating that there are no site specific conditions of approval at
this time.
Write a Staff Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system and
evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy.
Write a Commission Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system
and evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy.
Items to be completed by Applicant:
For ALL development applications, including those receiving a “No Review” letter:
• The applicant should submit one set of engineered plans directly to ACHD for review by the Development
Review Section for plan review and assessment of impact fees. (Note: if there are no site improvements
required by ACHD, then architectural plans may be submitted for purposes of impact fee assessment.)
• The applicant is required to get a permit from Construction Services (ACHD) for ANY work in the right-of-way,
including, but not limited to, driveway approaches, street improvements and utility cuts.
Pay Impact Fees prior to issuance of building permit. Impact fees cannot be paid prior to plan review approval.
DID YOU REMEMBER:
Construction (Non-Subdivisions)
Driveway or Property Approach(s)
• Submit a “Driveway Approach Request” form to ACHD Construction (for approval by Development Services & Traffic
Services). There is a one week turnaround for this approval.
Working in the ACHD Right-of-Way
• Four business days prior to starting work have a bonded contractor submit a “Temporary Highway Use Permit
Application” to ACHD Construction – Permits along with:
a) Traffic Control Plan
b) An Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plat, done by a Certified Plan Designer, if trench is >50’ or you
are placing >600 sf of concrete or asphalt.
Construction (Subdivisions)
Sediment & Erosion Submittal
• At least one week prior to setting up a Pre-Construction Meeting an Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plan, done
by a Certified Plan Designer, must be turned into ACHD Construction to be reviewed and approved by the ACHD
Stormwater Section.
Idaho Power Company
• Vic Steelman at Idaho Power must have his IPCO approved set of subdivision utility plans prior to Pre -Con being
scheduled.
Final Approval from Development Services is required prior to scheduling a Pre-Con.
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Request for Appeal of Staff Decision
1. Appeal of Staff Decision: The Commission shall hear and decide appeals by an applicant of
the final decision made by the Development Services Manager when it is alleged that the
Development Services Manager did not properly apply this section 7101.6, did not consider all of
the relevant facts presented, made an error of fact or law, abused discretion or acted arbitrarily
and capriciously in the interpretation or enforcement of the ACHD Policy Manual.
a. Filing Fee: The Commission may, from time to time, set reasonable fees to be char ged
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.