Hayden Council annexes two city-owned parcels on North Ramsey Road, designates light industrial

Hayden City Council voted unanimously Feb. 24 to annex two city-owned parcels off North Ramsey Road and designate them Light Industrial. Mayor called the public hearing and planning staff presented findings that the annexation met the five statutory standards, was consistent with the city’s future land-use map, and aligned with the city’s zoning purpose and neighborhood context.

Donna (planning staff) told council the parcels are currently in Kootenai County and that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval with standard conditions. She said agency notices returned "virtually all no comments" but noted Northern Lakes Fire Protection District’s requirements for future development and that the airport requested a navigation easement if property use changes near flight paths. Staff also said future development must connect to municipal sewer.

Council members pointed to operational benefits: bringing sewer billing and service under the city and avoiding separate county permitting for future improvements. Councilmember comments emphasized cost savings from acquiring existing buildings rather than constructing new facilities.

Councilmember (motion maker) moved to approve PZE 250110 "with conditions as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission," the motion was seconded, and the council approved it by a roll-call vote (all members voting yes).

The annexation is intended to enable the city to use the buildings and land for municipal needs under city permitting and infrastructure requirements. Staff said connection to municipal sewer and compliance with Northern Lakes Fire Protection District conditions will be required at the time of site or subdivision development.

Next steps: records will be updated to reflect city jurisdiction, and future development proposals will return to relevant staff and commissions for review under city standards.