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Home My WebLink AboutSTAFF REPORT SUMMARY - 25-00855 - Sky Meadows - Rezone fr LDR1 to LDR2(208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Planning and Zoning Staff Report CASE NUMBER: 25-00855 CASE NAME: Sky Meadows - Rezone fr LDR1 to LDR2 APPLICANT: Mitchell Smedley with Sky Meadows Development LLC PROPERTY OWNER(S): Sky Meadows Development LLC PURPOSE: Change the Zoning Map PROPERTY LOCATION: Silver Wood Ln, Ridge View Dr COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Low Residential CURRENT ZONING: Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) PROPOSED ZONING: Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) AUTHORITY: §1.03.010 (A) “The Commission shall have the authority to consider and recommend to the Council ordinances, amendments thereto, and repeal of ordinances affecting zoning, planning, and building within the City of Rexburg” Summary of Information to consider with this request: • The property has been platted and is currently vacant. • The request applies to 38 lots totaling approximately 16.25 acres. • The adjacent parcels are zoned as Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) and Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2). • A total of 36 hearing notifications were mailed to surrounding property owners. • Pending public testimony, staff asks that the Planning & Zoning Commission consider recommending that City Council approve the application. (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Project Description The applicant is requesting to change the zoning of the Sky Meadows subdivision from Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) to Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2). The request applies to 38 lots totaling approximately 16.25 acres and is located along Silver Wood Ln and Ridge View Dr. The property has been platted and is currently vacant. The adjacent parcels to the north, northeast, west and southwest are zoned as Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) while the area to the southeast is zoned as Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2). (See attached current zoning map) The current zoning of Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) allows for a maximum density of 4 units per acre, consisting of detached single-family homes. Not considering the plat, the maximum density for 16.25 acres would be 65 units. Considering that the plat divides the 16.25 acres into 38 lots, a maximum of 38 units would be allowed. The proposed zoning of Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) allows for a maximum density of 6 units per acre, consisting of detached single-family homes, duplexes, or twin homes. Not considering the plat, parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, a maximum of 97 units would be allowed on the total 16.25 acres. Considering that the plat divides the 16.25 acres into 38 lots, a maximum of 76 units would be allowed. The current Comprehensive Plan designation of Low Residential supports the Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) zone request. Applicable Laws and Codes State Statutes: §67-65, §67-8003 City of Rexburg Ordinance 1200 Development Code Considerations for Approval In evaluating requests for amendments, the Commission shall consider the following: 1. The request’s conformance with the City’s Development Code. 2. The request’s conformance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. 3. The capacity of existing public streets, water and sewer facilities, storm drainage facilities, solid waste collection and disposal, and other utilities. 4. The capacity of existing public services, including but not limited to, public safety services, public emergency services, schools, parks and recreational services. (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org 5. The potential for nuisances or health and safety hazards that may adversely affect adjoining properties. 6. Recent changes in land use on adjoining properties or in the neighborhood of the map revision. Land use impacts that may need to be mitigated by conditions include the following: 1. An increase in daily or peak hour traffic. 2. A change in circulation patterns on or around the property. 3. A significant increase in the demand for parking. 4. A change in the density of people on site. 5. Expansion of the hours of operation. 6. Any increased environmental impact, such as noise or air pollutions; offensive odors; excessive illumination or glare, etc. Analysis/Potential Impacts/Recommendation 1. The request’s conformance with the City’s Development Code. Staff have determined that the request meets the City’s Development Code requirements. (See Staff Approval Summary) 2. The request’s conformance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Staff have determined that the request meets the City’s Comprehensive Plan requirements. (See Staff Approval Summary) 3. The capacity of existing public streets, water and sewer facilities, storm drainage facilities, solid waste collection and disposal, and other utilities. Public Works has approved the request with the condition that the developer installs booster pumps as needed. (See Staff Approval Summary) 4. The capacity of existing public services, including but not limited to, public safety services, public emergency services, schools, parks and recreational services. Public Works has approved the request. (See Staff Approval Summary) 5. The potential for nuisances or health and safety hazards that may adversely affect adjoining properties. None identified. 6. Recent changes in land use on adjoining properties or in the neighborhood of the map revision. The Sky Meadows Plat was recorded June 13, 2007. The lots along Wind Song Dr and Wildflower Dr were rezoned from LDR1 to LDR2 in 2019. The Founder ’s Square subdivision, located north of the Sky Meadows subdivision was expanded to include Phase 2 in 2021 and Phase 3 in 2023. (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org A request to amend the Valley View Division No 6 subdivision was requested and will be heard by the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council in 2025. Staff recommends that pending public testimony, the Planning & Zoning Commission recommend to City Council to rezone the above described property from Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) to Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2). Decision Options The Planning & Zoning Commission may recommend Approval of the application, recommend Approval with Conditions, or recommend Denial of the application. Attachments 1. Permit Application Summary (PA SUMMARY) 2. Warranty Deed(s)/Legal Description(s) 3. Record of Survey 4. Recorded Plat 5. Vicinity Map(s) 6. Current Zoning Map(s) 7. Current Comprehensive Plan Map(s) 8. Staff Review Summary 9. Staff Approval Summary 10. Receipt(s) of Payment 11. Hearing Publication Mailing 12. Posting Pictures