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Planning and Zoning Staff Report
CASE NUMBER: 25-01308
CASE NAME: Loya - Approx 204 S 5th W - Rezone fr LDR2 to LDR3
APPLICANT: Meikel Mortensen with Southfork Design
PROPERTY OWNER(S): Walter Loya
PURPOSE: Change the Zoning Map
PROPERTY LOCATION: Approx 204 S 5th W
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Low Residential (LR)
CURRENT ZONING: Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2)
PROPOSED ZONING: Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3)
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 request applies to 4 lots that total
approximately 1.68 acres.
• The properties currently consist of two
homes, a garage, and a vacant lot.
• The current zone is Low Density
Residential 2 (LDR2).
• The adjacent parcels to the north, west,
and south are zoned as Low Density
Residential 2 (LDR2). Adjacent parcels
to the east are zoned as Light Industrial
(LI). Parcels to the northeast and
southeast are zoned as High Density
Residential 1 (HDR1).
• 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.
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Project Description
The applicant is requesting to change the zoning of 4 parcels totaling approximately 1.68 acres
from Low Density Residential 2 (LDR2) to Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3). The properties are
located south of the Park Street Park.
The adjacent parcels to the north, west, and south are zoned as Low Density Residential 2
(LDR2). Adjacent parcels to the east are zoned as Light Industrial (LI). Parcels to the northeast
and southeast are zoned as High Density Residential 1 (HDR1). (See attached current zoning
map)
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 1.68
acres would be 10 units.
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 1.68 acres
would be 16 units.
Not considering parking, infrastructure, or permissible lot coverage requirements, the proposed
zoning would increase the maximum residential density by 6 units.
With the approval of the Comprehensive Plan Map amendment, permit number 25-01318, the
current Comprehensive Plan designation of Intermediate Residential (IR) supports the Low
Density Residential 3 (LDR3) 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.
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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.
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 25-01318 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.
None identified.
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Staff recommends that pending public testimony, the Planning & Zoning Commission
recommend to City Council to rezone the above described property from Low Density
Residential 2 (LDR2) to Low Density Residential 3 (LDR3).
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