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Planning commission approves salon-and-spa suites in downtown historic district
Summary
The Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a salon-and-spa suite development at 120 13th Avenue South after staff found the proposal met downtown design and service criteria; commissioners discussed oversaturation concerns but approved with standard conditions.
The Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission on Feb. 11 approved a conditional use permit allowing a salon-and-spa with individual salon suites and a small coffee bar at 120 13th Avenue South, requested by 7 Devils Holding LLC.
City staff told commissioners the Downtown Historic (DH) zoning now requires a conditional use permit for barber/beauty shops and salons so the city can manage potential oversaturation. Planner Damian summarized staff findings that the proposal aligns with the comprehensive plan, will be served by utilities and will not, as proposed, produce harmful emissions, noise or traffic impacts.
Applicant Don Miller described the project as a cluster of rentable salon suites for independent practitioners, saying, “we're looking to take this building and put salon suites in there for practitioners in the Valley ... something that's more affordable for them and just make it a nice professional ... place for practitioners.” Wendy Wood, a stylist and project partner, said the suites would serve as a low-cost startup space and would include a receptionist and shared services.
Commissioners questioned staff and the applicant about downtown saturation of salons and about ventilation for nail stations. Miller said suites would use air-filtration systems; Damian noted that salon uses became conditional in 2021 to address oversaturation concerns. Commissioners also asked about historic-area exterior changes; staff said design review will be required for any exterior alterations.
After questions and a short public exchange (no registered public commenters), the commission moved and seconded the staff recommendation and approved the conditional use permit with the conditions listed in the staff report. The permit will take effect 15 calendar days after the written decision is provided to the applicant if no appeal is filed.
The approval allows the operator to sublease individual salon suites but requires a new CUP if the business is sold to a new owner. Staff retained standard building- and life-safety requirements including compliance with IBC, NEC, IPC and IFC codes and required design-review approval for any exterior work.
City staff said it will confirm there are no appeals before issuing the final decision and will monitor code compliance when building permits are submitted.
