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Board approves lot consolidation and accessory structure plans at Heartland Ranch
Summary
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.
The Ada County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday approved a combined application allowing Vineyard Construction to consolidate Lots 6 and 7 of Heartland Ranch subdivision into a single 10‑acre parcel and to construct a primary dwelling and a large accessory structure.
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.
