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From: Rick Robinson <rickr@two70.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 1:16 PM
To: Deborah Lovejoy
Subject: Letter of Support—204 S 5th W Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezone
Commissioners,
My name is Rick Robinson. I am the Broker and co-owner of Real Estate Two70, working daily in the
Rexburg housing market with local residents, families, employers, and individuals relocating to our
community. I am writing in strong support of the proposed Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment and
rezone for the property located at approximately 204 S 5th W.
Rexburg continues to experience a clear and well-documented need for additional housing options that
are attainable for working families,young professionals, and long-term residents who wish to remain in
the community. From a market perspective, projects that responsibly increase housing supply within the
city, in locations already served by infrastructure and transportation, are essential to maintaining
housing stability and long-term affordability.
The subject property is particularly well-suited for this request. Its location along an established
collector corridor, proximity to services, and surrounding pattern of development make it a logical and
appropriate place for a modest increase in residential intensity. In my professional opinion, the proposed
designation reflects the highest and best use of the site and aligns with how this area of the city is already
evolving.
What is especially important, in myview, is that this type of project offers an opportunity to thoughtfully
introduce additional housing while still respecting the character of the surrounding neighborhood. With
intentional design, clear operational standards, and attention to transitions at the edges of the site,
development here can serve both future residents and existing neighbors well. This is not an either-or
proposition, but an opportunity to do both.
As the Commission evaluates this request, I encourage continued emphasis on quality site planning,
safe pedestrian and vehicular circulation, appropriate buffering where the project interfaces with nearby
homes, and clear expectations for long-term property management.When those elements are
addressed, projects like this tend to become stable, well-integrated additions to the community rather
than sources of ongoing concern.
I also want to be clear for the record that I have no ownership interest, financial stake, or compensation
arrangement related to this project.While I do know Walter Loya personally, my support is offered solely
in my capacity as a local broker who works daily in this market and sees firsthand the need for additional,
well-located housing in Rexburg.
Thankyou foryour time, careful consideration, and service to the community. I respectfully support
approval of this request and appreciate the Commission's role in ensuring that growth occurs in a
manner that is thoughtful, compatible, and beneficial to the city as a whole.
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Rick Robinson F-.1
F-1 Broker/Co-Owner
Real Estate Two70
(208)360-4688
rickr(a)twoMcom
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