Commission approves home‑occupation permit for Chickadees Preschool with standard conditions
Summary
The commission approved a conditional‑use permit for Chickadees Preschool (11235 W. Kite St.) allowing up to 12 children (applicant plans ~7 at a time) with conditions including compliance with state and city codes, a residential building permit and an appeal period before the permit becomes effective.
The Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional‑use permit for Chickadees Preschool, a home‑occupation childcare program at 11235 West Kite Street, with conditions requiring compliance with state and local building, fire and licensing codes.
Applicant Catherine (Katie) Self, who operates Chickadees Preschool and is state licensed, said she does not intend to use the full 12‑child allowance and expects to operate two three‑hour classroom sessions with about seven children per session. "I don't plan to teach 12 children… I just would like the option of, like, a max of 8 children," Self said.
Assistant planner Candace Fry reviewed agency comments from engineering (peak‑hour trip estimates), the Nampa Fire District (water supply and fire access) and the building department (permit/inspection requirements). Staff recommended conditions including obtaining a home‑occupation permit, compliance with city and state codes, and parking requirements so vehicles do not block driveways.
Commissioners sought clarification on whether the permit runs with the land and on safety/inspection steps; staff recommended tying the permit to the provider and the property or using a development agreement. The commission approved the CUP with the added condition that the provider reside at the property. The permit becomes effective 15 calendar days after issuance unless appealed.
