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November 30, 2010
To: Erstad Architects (sent via email)
420 Main Street, Suite 202
Boise, ID 83702
Subject: MCZC-10-065 & MDES-10-045
200 Broadway Avenue
Sherry R. Huber, President
Rebecca W. Arnold, Vice President
John S. Franden, Commissioner
Carol A. McKee, Commissioner
Sarah M. Baker, Commissioner
On November 30, 2010 the Ada County Highway District acted on your application for the above
referenced project. The attached report lists site-specific requirements, conditions of approval and
street improvements, which are required.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (208) 387-6174.
Sincerely,
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Jarom Wagoner
Planner II
Right-of-Way & Development Services
Ada County Highway District
CC: Project file
City of Meridian (sent via email)
Ashley Ford (sent via email)
Ada County Highway District • 3775 Adams Street • Garden City, ID • 83714 • PH 208-387-6100 • FX 345-7650 • www.achdidaho.org
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Project/File: MCZC-10-065 8~ MDES-10-045
This application is for a Certificate of Zoning Compliance and Design Review for the
construction of a 16,126 sq. ft. office building. The site is located at 200 Broadway
Avenue in Meridian, Idaho.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian
Site address: 200 Broadway Avenue
Staff Approval: November 30, 2010
Applicant: Meridian Development Corporation
33 E. Broadway Avenue
Meridian, ID 83642
Representative: Erstad Architects
420 Main Street
Boise, ID 83702
Staff Contact: Jarom Wagoner
Phone: 387-6174
E-mail: iwagoner(a~achdidaho.org
Tech Review: November 18, 2010
A. Findings of Fact
1.
2.
Description of Application: The applicant is requesting to construct a two story 16,126
square foot office building. The proposed use of the office building is to be the new home of
Valley Regional Transit (VRT) and the Community Planning Association (COMPASS).
Description of Ad'acent Surroundin Area:
Direction Land Use Zonin
North Old Town cit ark O-T
South Li ht Industrial District industrial businesses I-L
East Medium Hi h-Densit Residential District residences R-15
West Old Town (vacant commercial buildings) O-T
3.
Site History: ACRD staff previously reviewed this site as MCUP-08-020, MCZC-08-069 and
MDES-08-021 in July of 2008. The requirements of this staff report are consistent with those of
the prior action.
Allen Utility Work
There have been questions regarding utility work done in the alley abutting the site in 2008.
That work commenced without the securing of property permits from, and payment of fees, to
ACHD. The applicant will need to work with Development Review staff regarding outstanding
fees and permits for utility work in the alley started in 2008. The applicant should be required to
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pay all outstanding fees and to address construction deficiencies associated with the prior utility
work, prior to plans approval.
4. 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.
5. Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)/Five Year Work Plan (FYWP):
There are currently no roadways, bridges or intersections in the general vicinity of the project
that are currently in the Five Year Work Program or the District's Capital Improvement Plan
(CIP).
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 178 additional vehicle trips per
day (none existing); 24 additional vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak hour (none existing),
based on the Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual, 8th edition.
2. Condition of Area Roadways
Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour (VPH)
Functional PM Peak PM Peak Existing
Roadway Frontage Classification Hour Hour Level Plus
Traffic Count of Service Pro'ect
E. 3~d Street 120-feet Collector 78 Better than Better
"D" than "D"
Broadway 310-feet Local 44 N/A N/A
Avenue
E. 2"d Street 120-feet Local N/A N/A N/A
* Acceptable level of service for atwo-lane collector is "D" (425 VPH).
3. Average Daily Traffic Count (VDT)
Average daily traffic counts are based on ACHD's most current traffic counts.
The average daily traffic count for 3`~ Street north of Franklin Road was 1,459 on
February 12, 2009.
The average daily traffic count for Broadway Avenue west of E. 3`~ Street was 895 on
June 15, 2005.
C. Findings for Consideration
1. E. 3rd Street
a. Existing Conditions: E. 3~d Street is improved with 2-travel lanes, no vertical curb and gutter,
and 4-foot wide detached sidewalk abutting the site. There is 80-feet of right-of-way for E. 3~d
Street (40-feet from centerline).
b. Policy
Right-of-Way Policy: District policy requires 70-feet of right-of-way on collector roadways
(Figure 72-F1 B). This right-of-way width allows for the construction of a 3-lane roadway with
curb, gutter, 5-foot wide detached sidewalks and bike lanes.
Street Section Policy: District policy 72-F1B requires collector roadways to be constructed
as 46-foot street sections with vertical curb, gutter, and 5-foot detached (or 7-foot attached)
concrete sidewalks within 70-feet of right-of-way. This street section allows for the
construction of a 3-lane roadway with bike lanes.
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c. ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master Street Map
(MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, collector street requirements, and specific roadway
features required through development. This segment of E. 3~d Street is designated in the
MSM as a Towncenter Collector with 3-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 60-foot street section
within 88-feet of right-of-way.
d. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing 10.5-foot detached concrete sidewalk; 8-foot
planter/paver strip; vertical curb and gutter; and parallel parking. The applicant is proposing to
construct bulb outs at the intersection of E. 3'd Street and Broadway Avenue and the
intersection of E. 3'd Street and the mid-block alley. The applicant is also proposing two on-
street parallel parking spaces along E. 3ro Street.
e. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved as proposed. The bulb-outs should be designed to provide a minimum of
24-feet of pavement between the proposed bulb-out to the curb opposite and should have a
minimum inside radius of 18-feet to allow for ACHD street sweepers to clean the street up to
the curb line. The applicant should be required to provide written Fire Department approval
for the bulb-outs, as well as obtain a license agreement from ACHD for the on-street parallel
parking located within the right-of-way. Said agreement should include hold harmless
language regarding ACHD's discretion to remove on-street parking. The on-street parking
cannot count towards the city's parking number requirements.
The applicant should provide an easement for any segment of the sidewalk located outside of
the right-of-way and enter into a license agreement with the District for the maintenance of the
paver strip and tree wells that are to be located within the right-of-way. The applicant should
be responsible to replace any cracked or broken sidewalk, curb or gutter along E. 3'~ Street
abutting the site, consistent with ACHD's Minor Improvements Policy 7203.6
2. Broadway Avenue
a. Existing Conditions: Broadway Avenue is improved with 2-travel lanes, no vertical curb,
gutter, and 4-foot wide detached sidewalk abutting the site. There is 80-feet of right-of-way for
Broadway Avenue (40-feet from centerline).
b. Policy
40-foot Street Section Policy: District policy 72-F1A requires that industrial/commercial
roadways be constructed as 40-foot street sections with curb, gutter and 5-foot wide concrete
within 54-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing 10.5-foot detached concrete sidewalk; 8-
foot planter/paver strip; vertical curb and gutter; and parallel parking. The applicant is
proposing to construct bulb outs at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and E. 3`~ Street and
the intersection of Broadway Avenue and E. 2"d Street. The applicant is also proposing 11 on-
street parallel parking spaces along Broadway Avenue.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved as proposed. The bulb-outs should be designed to provide a minimum of
24-feet of pavement between the proposed bulb-out to the curb opposite and should have a
minimum inside radius of 18-feet to allow for ACHD street sweepers to clean the street up to
the curb line. The applicant should be required to provide written Fire Department approval
for the bulb-outs, as well as obtain a license agreement from ACHD for the on-street parallel
parking located within the right-of-way. Said agreement should include hold harmless
language regarding ACHD's discretion to remove on-street parking. The on-street parking
cannot count towards the city's parking number requirements.
The applicant should provide an easement for any segment of the sidewalk located outside of
the right-of-way and enter into a license agreement with the District for the maintenance of the
paver strip and tree wells that are to be located within the right-of-way. The applicant should
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be responsible to replace any cracked or broken sidewalk, curb or gutter along Broadway
Avenue abutting the site, consistent with ACHD's Minor Improvements Policy 7203.6.
3. E. 2"d Street
a. Existing Conditions: E. 2"d Street is improved with 2-travel lanes, vertical curb, gutter, and 8-
foot wide sidewalk abutting the site. There is 80-feet of right-of-way for E. 2"d Street (40-feet
from centerline).
b. Policy
40-foot Street Section Policy: District policy 72-F1A requires that industrial/commercial
roadways be constructed as 40-foot street sections with curb, gutter and 5-foot wide concrete
within 54-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing 10.5-foot detached concrete sidewalk; 8-
foot planter/paver strip; vertical curb and gutter; and parallel parking. The applicant is
proposing to construct bulb outs at the intersection of E. 2"d Street and Broadway Avenue and
the intersection of E. 2"d Street and the mid-block alley. The applicant is also proposing two
on-street parallel parking spaces along E. 2"d Street.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved as proposed. The bulb-outs should be designed to provide a minimum of
24-feet of pavement between the proposed bulb-out to the curb opposite and should have a
minimum inside radius of 18-feet to allow for ACHD street sweepers to clean the street up to
the curb line. The applicant should be required to provide written Fire Department approval
for the bulb-outs, as well as obtain a license agreement from ACHD for the on-street parallel
parking located within the right-of-way. Said agreement should include hold harmless
language regarding ACHD's discretion to remove on-street parking. The on-street parking
cannot count towards the city's parking number requirements.
The applicant should provide an easement for any segment of the sidewalk located outside of
the right-of-way and enter into a license agreement with the District for the maintenance of the
paver strip and tree wells that are to be located within the right-of-way. The applicant should
be responsible to replace any cracked or broken sidewalk, curb or gutter along E. 2"d Street
abutting the site, consistent with ACHD's Minor Improvements Policy 7203.6.
4. Alleys
a. Existing Conditions: There is a 16-foot wide paved public alley abutting the site on the
north. There is 16-feet of right-of-way for the public alley.
b. Policy
Policy for Existing Alleys: Interim District policy 7212.2 states that if a proposed
development abuts an existing alley, the dedication of additional right-of-way to obtain a
minimum width from the centerline of the alley of 8-feet for residential uses and 10-feet for
non-residential uses or commercial uses may be required. Development will be reviewed by
the District on a case-by-case basis. If the proposed development takes access from an alley,
the developer will be required to pave the entire width of the right-of-way from the nearest
public street to and abutting the development.
Alley Length Policy: Interim District policy 7212.3.2 states that alleys shall be no longer than
700-feet in length. If the lead land use agency having jurisdiction requires a shorter block
length, the alley shall be no longer than the agency's required block length.
Alley Parking Policy: Interim District policy 7212.3.3 states that parking within the alley right-
. of-way is prohibited. "No Parking" signs are required to be installed by the developer. The
signs should be located at the alley/street intersections. Parking which is entered from the
alley shall be designed so the minimum clear distance from the back of the parking stall to the
opposite side of the alley is 20-feet for all perpendicular parking.
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Alley Setback Policy: Interim District policy 7212.3.3 requires setbacks for structures taking
access from the alley be closely coordinated with the lead land use agency. The setbacks
shall either discourage parking within the alley (where it may partially block or occur within the
right-of-way) or allow adequate area for one perpendicular parking pad. In order to
discourage parking, building setbacks shall be minimal from the alley right-of-way line, while
still achieving the required 20-feet of back-up space from a garage or other parking structure
to the opposite side of the alley (i.e. 4-foot setback + 16-foot alley= 20-feet for back-up space).
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing 6-inch vertical curb in the alley, abutting the
site.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant needs to work with Development
Review staff regarding outstanding fees and permits for utility work in the alley started in 2008.
The applicant should be required to pay all outstanding fees and to address construction
deficiencies associated with the prior utility work, prior to plans approval.
The applicant will not be required to provide additional right-of-way for the alley due to the fact
that the city owns property on either side of the alley, there is an existing privately owned
building abutting the alley north of the site and the alley is already paved.
5. Driveways
5.1 Alley
a. Existing Conditions: There is a 15-foot wide driveway located approximately 105-feet west
of the alley intersection with E. 3'd Street (measured near-edge to near-edge). There is a 35-
foot wide driveway located approximately 150-feet east of the alley intersection with E. 2nd
Street (measured near-edge to near-edge).
b. Policy
Commercial Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7207.9.3 restricts commercial driveways
with daily traffic volumes over 1,000 vehicles to a maximum width of 36-feet. Most commercial
driveways will be constructed as curb-cut type facilities if located on local streets. Curb return
type driveways with 15-foot radii will be required for driveways accessing collector and arterial
roadways.
Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance
problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy,
7207.9.1, 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
with 15-foot radii abutting the existing roadway edge.
c. Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is proposing to replace the existing driveways with
vertical curb and to construct one 35-foot wide driveway off the alley located approximately
110-feet west of the alleys intersection with E. 3`d Street (measured near-edge to near-edge).
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved as proposed. The applicant should pave the driveway its full-width at
least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement.
5.2 Broadway Avenue
a. Existing Conditions: There is a 20-foot wide driveway located approximately 50-feet from
the intersection of Broadway Avenue and E. 2nd Street (measured near-edge to near-edge).
There is a 36-foot wide driveway approximately 55-feet from the intersection of Broadway
Avenue and E. 2"d Street (measured near-edge to near-edge).
b. Policy
Driveway Location Policy: District policy 72-F4 (1) and 72-F4 (2), requires driveways
located on commercial/industrial roadways to offset a controlled and/or uncontrolled
intersection a minimum of 50-feet (measured near edge to near edge).
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Commercial Driveway Policy: District policy 7207.9.3 restricts commercial driveways with
daily traffic volumes over 1,000 vehicles to a maximum width of 36-feet. Most commercial
driveways will be constructed as curb-cut type facilities if located on local streets. Curb return
type driveways with 15-foot radii will be required for driveways accessing collector and arterial
roadways.
Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance
problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy,
7207.9.1, 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
with 15-foot radii abutting the existing roadway edge.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant is proposing to replace both existing driveways with
vertical curb and gutter. The applicant is not proposing any driveways on Broadway Avenue.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District Policy and
should be approved as proposed. The applicant should pave the driveway its full-width at
least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement.
6. Tree Planters
Tree Planter Policy: Tree Planter Policy: The District's Tree Planter Policy prohibits all trees in
planters less than 8-feet in width without the installation of root barriers. Class II trees may be
allowed in planters with a minimum width of 8-feet, and Class I and Class III trees may be
allowed in planters with a minimum width of 10-feet.
7. Landscaping
Landscaping Policy: A license agreement is required for all landscaping proposed within
ACHD right-of-way or easement areas. Trees shall be located no closer than 10-feet from all
public storm drain facilities. Landscaping should be designed to eliminate site obstructions in
the vision triangle at intersections. District Policy 5104.3.1 requires a 40-foot vision triangle and
a 3-foot height restriction on all landscaping located at an uncontrolled intersection and a 50-
foot offset from stop signs. Landscape plans are required with the submittal of civil plans and
must meet all District requirements prior to signature of the final plat and/or approval of the civil
plans.
8. Other Access
3~d Street is classified as a collector roadway. Other than the access specifically approved with
this application, direct lot access is prohibited to this roadway and should be noted on the final
plat.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. Work with Development Review staff regarding outstanding fees and permits for utility work in
the alley started in 2008. The applicant should be required to pay all outstanding fees and to
address construction deficiencies associated with the prior utility work, prior to plans approval.
2. Construct vertical curb and gutter, an 8-foot paver/planter strip, and 10.5-foot detached concrete
sidewalk along E. 3'~ Street abutting the site, as proposed. Provide a public sidewalk easement
for any portion of the sidewalk along E. 3`~ Street that is located outside of the right-of-way.
Enter into a license agreement with ACRD for the maintenance of the paver strip and tree wells
to be located in the right-of-way.
3. Construct vertical curb and gutter, an 8-foot paver/planter strip, and 10.5-foot detached concrete
sidewalk along Broadway Avenue abutting the site, as proposed. Provide a public sidewalk
easement for any portion of the sidewalk along Broadway Avenue that is located outside of the
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right-of-way. Enter into a license agreement with ACHD for the maintenance of the paver strip
and tree wells to be located in the right-of-way.
4. Construct vertical curb and gutter, an 8-foot paver/planter strip, and 10.5-foot detached concrete
sidewalk along E. 2"d Street abutting the site, as proposed. Provide a public sidewalk easement
for any portion of the sidewalk along E. 2"d Street that is located outside of the right-of-way.
Enter into a license agreement with ACHD for the maintenance of the paver strip and tree wells
to be located in the right-of-way.
5. Construct all proposed bulb-outs so as to provide a minimum 24-foot of pavement between the
proposed bulb-out to the curb opposite. Construct all proposed bulb-outs with a minimum
radius of 18-feet. Provide the District with written Fire Department approval for the bulb-outs.
6. Replace the existing 20-foot wide driveway on Broadway Avenue located 50-feet east of the
intersection of Broadway Avenue and E. 2"d Street with vertical curb, gutter and 10.5-foot wide
sidewalk, as proposed.
7. Replace the existing 36-foot wide driveway on Broadway Avenue located 55-feet east of the
intersection of Broadway Avenue and E. 2"d Street with vertical curb, gutter and 10.5-foot wide
sidewalk, as proposed.
8. Replace the existing 15-foot wide driveway in the alley located 105-feet west of the alley
intersection with E. 3~d Street with vertical curb, as proposed.
9. Replace the existing 35-foot wide driveway in the alley located 150-feet east of the alley
intersection with E. 2"d Street with vertical curb, as proposed.
10. Construct a 35-foot wide driveway within the alley, so as to be located 110-feet west of the
alley's intersection with E. 3`~ Street, as proposed. Pave the driveway its full-width at least 30-
feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement.
11. Obtain a license agreement from ACHD for the on-street parallel parking located within the
right-of-way. Said agreement shall include hold harmless language regarding ACHD's
discretion to remove on-street parking.
12. Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval.
E. Standard Conditions of Approval
1. Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the ACHD right-of-way.
2. Private sewer or water systems are prohibited from being located within the ACHD right-
of-way.
3. In accordance with District policy, 7203.6, the applicant may be required to update any
existing non-compliant pedestrian improvements abutting the site to meet current
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. The applicant's engineer should
provide documentation of ADA compliance to District Development Review staff for
review.
4. Replace any existing damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged
during the construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at
387-6280 (with file number) for details.
5. A license agreement and compliance with the District's Tree Planter policy is required for
all landscaping proposed within ACHD right-of-way or easement areas.
6. All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall
be borne by the developer.
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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 ACRD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact
ACRD 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 ACRD. 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 awaiver/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 consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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Attachments
1. Vicinity Map
2. Site Plan
3. Utility Coordinating Council
4. Development Process Checklist
5. Request for Reconsideration 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 a-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 ACRD
®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.
^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 aPre-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 aPre-Con.
12 MCZC-10-065 & MDES-10-045
Request for Appeal of Staff Decision
Appeal of Staff Decision: The Commission shall hear and decide appeals by an
applicant of the final decision made by the ROWDS Manager when it is alleged that the
ROWDS 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 ACRD Policy
Manual.
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.
Initiation: An appeal is initiated by the filing of a written notice of appeal with
the Secretary of Highway Systems, 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.
Time to Reply: The ROWDS 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.
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 ROWDS 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.
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.
13 MCZC-10-065 & MDES-10-045