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Home My WebLink AboutSTAFF REPORT SUMMARY for 1.8.26 - 25-01158 - Diaz - Approx 301 S 12th W - Rezone fr LDR1 ro LDR2(208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Planning and Zoning Staff Report CASE NUMBER: 25-01158 CASE NAME: Diaz – Approx 301 S 12th W - Rezone fr LDR1 to LDR2 APPLICANT: Marco Diaz with Utah Development Group PROPERTY OWNER(S): Birch Properties LLC PURPOSE: Change the Zoning Map PROPERTY LOCATION: Approx 301 S 12th W COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Low Residential CURRENT ZONING: Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) & Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) 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 is currently a vacant field. • The request applies to approximately 6.13 acres of the total 13.77 acre parcel. • The parcel is currently under the regulation of two zones: Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) to the west and Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) to the east. • The request would rezone the entire parcel to Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2). • The adjacent parcels are zoned as Rural Residential 1 (RR1), Rural Residential 2 (RR2) and Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1). The property directly across Highway 20 is zoned as Medium Density Residential 1 (MDR1). • A total of 23 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 a portion of a parcel from Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) to Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2). The parcel is located at approximately 301 S 12th and is located between Highway 20 and 12th West, and Widdison Subdivision and Willowbrook Estates. The rezone request applies to approximately 6.13 acres of the parcel total of 13.77 acres. The parcel was recently split and is currently farmed. The adjacent parcels to the north and southeast are zoned as Rural Residential 2 (RR2), the area to the southwest is zoned as Rural Residential 1 (RR1), and the area to the west is zoned as Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1). The other portion of the property to the west is already zoned as Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2). The property directly across Highway 20 is zoned as Medium Density Residential 1 (MDR1). There is additional MDR1 zoning to the south (The Meadows Townhomes), and Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3) zoning to the west (Summerfield). (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 parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the maximum density for 6.13 acres would be 24 units. The current 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 (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the maximum density for 7.67 acres would be 46 units. Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, a maximum of 70 units would be allowed on this property. 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 parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the maximum density for 6.13 acres would be 36 units. The current 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 parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the maximum density for 7.67 acres would be 46 units. Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, a maximum of 82 units would be allowed on the entire property. Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the proposed zoning would increase the maximum density by 12 units. 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. 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. (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org 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. (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. A Comprehensive Plan Map amendment and Rezone for the current parcel were presented to P&Z on December 16th, 2025, and were recommended for approval. The City Council heard the applications on December 17th, 2025, and denied the requests. The parcel was split on September 30, 2025, allowing the school to retain the west portion, against 12th W, and a separate parcel to the east, along Highway 20. A request to rezone the original parcel to Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) and Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) was approved January 4, 2023. A request to rezone the original parcel to Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1), Low Density (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Residential 2 (LDR2) and Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3) was denied in July of 2021. A request to rezone the original parcel from Rural Residential 2 (RR2) to Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) and Medium Density Residential 1 (MDR1) was denied in May of 2021. A Conditional Use Permit to allow a charter school was approved on June 25th, 2025, for the adjacent parcel to the west. A Conditional Use Permit to allow religious worship and a meeting house in a Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) zone was approved September 9, 2025. A portion of Summerfield was rezoned from Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) to Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3) on September 16, 2009. Two parcels near 455 S 12th W were rezoned from Rural Residential 1 (RR1) to Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) on January 20, 2010. 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. Vicinity Map(s) 4. Current Zoning Map(s) 5. Current Comprehensive Plan Map(s) 6. Staff Review Summary 7. Staff Approval Summary 8. Receipt(s) of Payment 9. Hearing Publication Mailing 10. Posting Pictures