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Brent Danielson (Ada County staff) presented project number 202501248‑VAC‑ACPBA‑V and told the board the consolidated parcel would accommodate a single‑family dwelling, a 1,631‑square‑foot accessory structure connected to the house by a breezeway, and future barns, an arena, shop and equestrian pens. The applicant requested a vacation of utility, irrigation and drainage easements that parallel the existing lot line so the house can be sited across the former lot boundary. Danielson said the applicant has obtained relinquishment letters from CenturyLink, Sparklight and the Eagle Sewer District and is still working to secure other required relinquishments (for example, from irrigation interests and Idaho Power). Staff concluded the proposal complies with the rural‑urban transition district’s dimensional standards once combined and that the variance is justified because the applicant seeks to use two lots as a single horse‑oriented residential property.

Applicant Michael Leadham said the family plans to live on the property and described planned equestrian facilities, a pond and long‑term site maintenance. He told commissioners the structures are sited to comply with setback requirements and that building permits and required agency signoffs will be obtained before construction. Commissioners asked about irrigation delivery and staff confirmed that required relinquishment letters from irrigation providers are part of the final approval process.

A commissioner moved to approve application 202501248‑VAC‑ACPBA‑V with the findings of fact and conclusions of law in the staff report. Another commissioner seconded the motion. The board voted in favor and the motion carried. Staff exhibits will be entered into the record and the applicant must obtain outstanding relinquishment letters and agency approvals as part of final plat and permitting steps.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board of Ada County Commissioners – Public Hearing – August 13, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Commissioners approved a vacation of easements, property boundary adjustment and variance allowing Vineyard Construction to combine two 5‑acre lots into one 10‑acre parcel in the North Eagle area for a single‑family home, accessory structure and future equestrian facilities.","taxTitle","Ada County, Idaho","taxId",2612,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6487608,"Commission approves five‑year contractor’s yard on Victory Road with dust‑mitigation, screening conditions",2367,1534000,3901000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5579972-1a9755e57d190bde7d570b5aef928bf2&start=1534&end=3901","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5579972-1a9755e57d190bde7d570b5aef928bf2/thumbnail_1534000.jpg","/articles/6487608/Ada-County/Idaho/Commission-approves-fiveyear-contractors-yard-on-Victory-Road-with-dustmitigation-screening-conditions","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6487608-9aea8f7583fcc369024d0a0a5b65efa4/orig.mp4?Expires=1773567711&Signature=VEPfW2q5MyHDFa2EXg~-zUIDSUwamtEDv68tZkGcyRrOGqMHWqovw4419Q1qKIKgWpuhreFlxadFQeaUZ4XOV4kF6KeubmpkCEmHQjBjBwWoGzt2YqxNTkVDj8cEzCtaLG1rnjq1H6XZcz4FpcDBVqLd0xr5iRWl8Y4Wui4ECKI~QAKPOHWJXF5EM9J8n~Y5y4cegLox1ym-3khDFtxqSoZirJ~WFjhMO~ln6E5G8LlMz-bnMJCJ-DtQ4t4z8Iiccv94B149sFkWNeC44o~-lTZGNL31pDE~4unzQM0Ii81BSFuqz9RMi6QrRAOmJsWNFwg4dVGvkCdxz-u-Bk7T5w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Ada County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday approved a conditional use and master site plan that allows Evolution Landscape to operate a contractor’s yard on a five‑acre rural‑urban transition property at 3590 West Victory Road, subject to two additional conditions addressing dust mitigation and screening.

Amelia Haynes, Ada County planning staff, presented project number 202500780‑CU‑MSP‑V and explained the proposal to convert an existing dwelling and accessory structure into office and storage space and to use parts of the site for equipment and material storage. The property is in the RUT district and, under county rules for such districts, the use would be allowed for five years or until annexation by a city. Staff said the business would employ 28 people total, with a maximum of 26 at the largest shift, and recommended approval with standard conditions and two additional requirements: (1) a dust‑mitigation plan for construction and operation and (2) a revised landscaping plan showing screening from adjacent properties.

Agency comments included ACHD requests to dedicate right of way and manage driveway access, the Ada County building official’s reminder that building permits will be required for change of occupancy, and Ada County engineering’s requirement for a drainage application. Central District Health noted active groundwater monitoring at the site through October and said sanitary restrictions could be revisited after monitoring. The Boise Fire Department required either a hydrant/turnaround or an approved alternative such as sprinklers; staff said the applicant is negotiating alternatives with the fire district.

Neighbors and nearby residents raised concerns at the hearing about dust from existing debris piles, possible contamination of irrigation and well water, increased traffic and noise, and impacts on livestock and property values. Rick Ruppel (4020 W. Victory) told the board he was concerned about traffic and potential chemical runoff into irrigation ditches used by neighbors; Lindsay Ronnau (2769 Nova Lane) said her wellhead is near the shared property corner and expressed opposition to a commercial use in the area. Greg Ohoysky, a neighboring property owner, said the main concerns were dust and privacy; he said the applicant has been responsive to requests for screening.

Applicant Dennis “Mike” Baker described ongoing cleanup of debris on the property, said he is creating berms and planting trees for screening, and told the board, “I don't store much chemical at all.” He described proposed hours of operation as 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays with occasional Saturday mornings, said most vehicles are pickups and crew trailers with occasional small delivery trucks, and confirmed he would seek to avoid paving during the five‑year period in favor of lower‑impact surfacing.

Following discussion, a commissioner moved to approve application 202500780‑CU‑MSP‑V with the staff‑recommended conditions plus the two additional conditions requiring a dust mitigation plan and a revised landscaping plan to provide screening. Another commissioner seconded the motion. The board voted in favor and the motion carried. Staff will add the conditions to the findings of fact and conclusions of law and the planning record.","The board approved a conditional-use permit and master site plan allowing Evolution Landscape to operate a contractor’s yard at 3590 W. Victory Road for five years, adding conditions that the applicant submit a dust mitigation plan and a revised landscape screening plan after neighbors raised concerns about dust, noise and water contamination.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6487614,"Board approves zone change and two‑lot subdivision for Arctic Spruce in Kuna area of impact",693,835000,1528000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5579972-1a9755e57d190bde7d570b5aef928bf2&start=835&end=1528","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5579972-1a9755e57d190bde7d570b5aef928bf2/thumbnail_835000.jpg","/articles/6487614/Ada-County/Idaho/Board-approves-zone-change-and-twolot-subdivision-for-Arctic-Spruce-in-Kuna-area-of-impact","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6487614-82738635a00547fc2338d42118304bfd/orig.mp4?Expires=1773567711&Signature=Px9rXx541SjN5sTko3Uu9UIMpTuVa96UmFXx8Aakrrv0CEfc5grPMrvNlOS-ORGTodMQDkCuJvHVYg~uBNyblu1TVKWfzy4Y5VwY1kstfZ2d2ptw4sNG0dKiPULkRdU0B1taRdEkMMoqGaAd~glXake7h-uD7wYbEXBrXc892m6SzO41Odd53BI3-YUtUj2yQVDJnBIj60qccmtXT1KHkfV8EM5XXJhVJ-9IK7dIVcdH5aKudcIQ2oJci9BCHyEWVxv5~q9rR7MyBGhBrd6ZutsN0QRe0NDR16lqRc7x8vvpAKVgLjbhQEL6ZswoUnAKPsoLgXeoVy5HB8RlpmoAQw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Ada County Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday to approve a zone change to rural‑urban transition, a two‑lot subdivision, a private-road easement and related property boundary adjustments for the Arctic Spruce subdivision, located east of South Cloverdale Road and West Hubbard Road in the City of Kuna’s area of impact.

Michaela (Ada County planning staff) presented project number 202500368ZC‑DASPBAPR on behalf of the county. She said the site totals approximately 10 acres, with the northern parcel about 10.02 acres after a proposed 0.15‑acre boundary adjustment; the applicant proposes to split that northern parcel into two lots of at least five acres each. Staff noted a Williams Northwest pipeline easement that crosses the site and identified existing irrigation infrastructure and soils in the southern parcel that could be considered farmland-of‑statewide importance if irrigated.

Agency responses included a requirement from the Boise Project Board of Control for easements to protect irrigation and drainage infrastructure; Ada County engineering and survey staff requested plat corrections; Ada County Highway District required standard conditions for access; and the Boise Fire Department required either a hydrant and code‑compliant turnaround or alternative compliance (for example, a sprinkler system). Central District Health flagged an active groundwater monitoring program running through October that could affect sanitary approvals. The applicant provided a letter from Williams Pipeline stating no objection; staff recommended approval with conditions addressing the agency comments and standard final‑plat requirements.

Joe Canning, representing applicant Centurion Engineers, said the project team is working with the fire department on alternatives and noted one clerical reference in the conditions that staff will correct to identify the Boise/Whitney Fire Department properly. Commissioners asked about access from the existing West Silver Hawk Lane cul‑de‑sac; staff said the private road has a maintenance agreement and the cul‑de‑sac was originally designed to serve additional development, so an added driveway should not create operational problems.

A commissioner moved to approve the application “based on the findings of fact, conclusions of law, and the staff report, and the discussion this evening.” Another commissioner seconded the motion. The board voted in favor and the motion carried. The approval is subject to the listed conditions including required easements, compliance with ACHD and Ada County engineering comments, fire district approval of final plans or accepted alternative compliance, and corrections to plat notes.","Ada County approved a rezone to rural‑urban transition, a two‑lot subdivision and related applications for the Arctic Spruce project east of Cloverdale and Hubbard roads, with conditions addressing irrigation easements, fire access and survey corrections.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6487618,"Ada County panel approves two-year time extension for 12‑unit Maple Grove multifamily project",274,530000,804000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5579972-1a9755e57d190bde7d570b5aef928bf2&start=530&end=804","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5579972-1a9755e57d190bde7d570b5aef928bf2/thumbnail_530000.jpg","/articles/6487618/Ada-County/Idaho/Ada-County-panel-approves-two-year-time-extension-for-12unit-Maple-Grove-multifamily-project","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6487618-6220de89ac50b296d4384ca53ec2f5d8/orig.mp4?Expires=1773567711&Signature=SSAZ2dLRV5AgUo3YQwVxT3fGMeah1F4WFAjLHxOUodgRYLiWN2tmv1zIQlULmpQOWxPBhkqQ9FJQxS6UZ7zhKtbeRe78zzlgBxcT~UxGe0dIRISIv02LSV0c7pxnkqvue-4BWv0hag4scfxauPvAuQZIBD9mTnNIa6ox~ojWymXm6n97Yg7rF6TpTYW1S1SFoMj9XLnHqjt8IGbsQMnxCYTv32mjOws4~BlfgFF4OU~3P4JqGZ5EDaKeRZgl348RNNlUcFQcyHR8UOlcWmfeiAg50cntOv0GgnqbnWuUqjJ79j3S2L7pBF8iuSxxnHVVlz3DHt-4wORQNZDgtk1pIA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Ada County Board of Commissioners approved a two-year board-level time extension on Wednesday for a master site plan covering a 12-unit multifamily development at 6162 South Maple Grove Road.

County planning staff told the board the extension would move the project’s expiration to Aug. 10, 2027, and that the applicant cited rising construction costs, labor shortages and tighter lending conditions as reasons for the delay. Staff also said the owner is under contract to sell the property to a new developer who intends to start construction as soon as the sale closes.

Michaela (Ada County planning staff) reported the application is project number 202102852ZC‑DAD‑MSP‑TE and recommended approval, saying agency partners including the Ada County Highway District, Boise Public Works and the county building official raised no objections. The staff report said the applicant’s request was the first board-level extension for the project and that no written neighbor comments had been received. Greg Davis, the commercial real estate agent representing Maple Grove Development LLC, told the board the sale is expected to close within 30 days.

During the hearing a commissioner moved to approve “the board level time extension for application 202102852‑CC‑DAD‑MSP‑TE based on the findings of fact and conclusions of law contained in the staff report and the testimony heard this evening.” Another commissioner seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the board voted in favor; the motion carried.

The approval permits the owner or successor developer additional time to meet conditions tied to the master site plan and to pursue building permits before the new expiration date. The staff report will be added to the record as an exhibit.","The board approved a two-year extension for a master site plan for a 12-unit multifamily project at 6162 S. Maple Grove Road, allowing the current contract to close and the new developer time to break ground.","actionData","errors"]

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