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Home My WebLink AboutSTAFF REPORT SUMMARY - 25-01268 - Loveland Development - Approx 801 S 12th W - Rezone fr RR1 to LDR3 & MDR2 & RBC(208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Planning and Zoning Staff Report CASE NUMBER: 25-01268 CASE NAME: Loveland Development - Approx 801 S 12th W - Rezone fr RR1 to LDR3 & MDR2 & RBC APPLICANT: Jalen Fuhriman with Eagle Rock Engineering PROPERTY OWNER(S): Heinz Family LLC/Mitch Loveland PURPOSE: Change the Zoning Map PROPERTY LOCATION: Approx 801 S 12th W COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Commercial (C ) & Intermediate Residential (IR) CURRENT ZONING: Rural Residential 1 (RR1) PROPOSED ZONING: Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3), Medium Density Residential 2 (MDR2), and Regional Business Center (RBC) 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 42.38 acres. • The current zone is Rural Residential 1 (RR1). Approximately 6.2 acres along 12th W and approximately 16.28 acres along Highway 20 are requested to transition to Regional Business Center (RBC). Approximately 3.47 acres along 7th S are requested to transition to Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3). Approximately 16.58 acres in the middle are requested to transition to Medium Density Residential 2 (MDR2). • The adjacent parcels to the north are zoned as Rural Residential 1 (RR1), Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3), and Medium Density Residential 1 (MDR1). Adjacent parcels to the south are zoned as Community Business Center (CBC), and parcels to the west are zoned as Public Facilities. The property directly across Highway 20 is zoned as Rural Residential 2 (RR2). • A total of 37 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 parcel at approximately 801 S 12th W. Approximately 6.2 acres along 12th W and approximately 16.28 acres along Highway 20 are requested to transition to Regional Business Center (RBC); approximately 3.47 acres along 7th S are requested to transition to Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3); and approximately 16.58 acres in the middle of the parcel are requested to transition to Medium Density Residential 2 (MDR2). The request applies to a total of 42.38 acres and is located between Highway 20 and 12th West, and 7th S and University Blvd, across from the Madison School District Field House. The adjacent parcels to the north are zoned as Rural Residential 1 (RR1), Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3), and Medium Density Residential 1 (MDR1). Adjacent parcels to the south are zoned as Community Business Center (CBC), and parcels to the west are zoned as Public Facilities. The property directly across Highway 20 is zoned as Rural Residential 2 (RR2). (See attached current zoning map) (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org The current zoning of Rural Residential 1 (RR1) allows for a maximum density of 1 unit per acre, consisting of detached single-family homes. Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the maximum density for 42.38 acres would be 42 units. The proposed zoning of Regional Business Center (RBC) allows for a variety of stores, shops, and service buildings grouped into an integrated development. The proposed zoning of Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3) allows for a maximum density of 10 units per acre, consisting of detached or attached single-family homes. Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the maximum density for 3.47 acres would be 34 units. The proposed zoning of Medium Density Residential 2 (MDR2) allows for a maximum density of 20 units per acre, consisting of attached single-family homes, multi-family, or a dormitory with a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the maximum residential density for 16.58 acres would be 331 units. Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, a maximum total of 365 residential units would be allowed on this property. Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the proposed zoning would increase the maximum residential density by 323 units. With the approval of the Comprehensive Plan Map amendment, permit number 25-01261, the current Comprehensive Plan designation of Commercial (C ) & Intermediate Residential (IR) supports the Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3), Medium Density Residential 2 (MDR2), and Regional Business Center (RBC) zone requests. 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 as long as the Comprehensive Plan Map amendment permit application number 25-01261 is approved. (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 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 parcel to the north had a Conditional Use Permit to allow a charter school approved (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org on June 25th, 2025. The parcel was then split, with the developer requesting a zone change for the east half. A Conditional Use Permit to allow a Construction and Retail Supplies with outdoor storage (lumberyard) was approved December 2, 2025, for property to the south. A new commercial building (Good2Go) has been constructed to the South, along University Blvd. Staff recommends that pending public testimony, the Planning & Zoning Commission recommend to City Council to rezone the above described property from Rural Residential 1 (RR1) to Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3), Medium Density Residential 2 (MDR2), and Regional Business Center (RBC). 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