Kuna Commission approves Mo Betas restaurant site plan on East Deer Flat Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting held on June 24, 2025, in Kuna City, Ada County, Idaho, focused on several key agenda items, including the approval of a new restaurant project and a design review application.

The meeting commenced with a motion to approve case 205-14, which was seconded and unanimously approved by the commission members. Following this, the commission moved on to case number 25-12DR concerning a proposed Mo Betas restaurant.

Marina Lundy, a planner from the Kuna Development Services Department, presented the application for the Mo Betas restaurant, which is planned to be approximately 1,872 square feet with a drive-through facility. The restaurant will be located on Lot 10, Block 1 of the Paul Bunyan Plaza subdivision at 1460 East Deer Flat Road. Lundy confirmed that the application complies with the Kuna city code and the comprehensive plan, recommending approval with specific conditions outlined in the staff report.

Chad Jones, representing ALC Architecture, provided additional details about the project. He clarified that the restaurant is part of a preliminary final plat process and noted that the lot designation mentioned in the staff report may differ from the current application. Jones described the restaurant's design, which will feature a mix of materials including stucco and stone veneer, and will incorporate elements to screen rooftop equipment. He emphasized that the design aligns with the existing development in the area.

The commission's discussions reflected a commitment to maintaining the aesthetic and functional standards of the community as they reviewed the proposed developments. The meeting concluded with a clear path forward for the Mo Betas project, pending the approval of the recommended conditions.