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Home My WebLink AboutRFD - 25-01351 - Approx 1600 N 2nd E – Annex & Rezone fr TAG to CBC(208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Reason for Decision 25-01351 – Approx 1600 N 2nd E – Annex & Rezone from TAG to CBC 1. December 11 , 2025, An application was received from Edwin Figueroa with Lars Andersen for North Rexburg Commercial Property LLC to annex and rezone 40 acres from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC). 2. December 22, 2025, Payment was received for the application. 3. December 19, 2025, Application paperwork was completed. 4. December 22, 2025, Staff reviews were assigned. 5. December 29, 2025, Staff reviews were approved. 6. January 26, 2026, Staff Report was completed. 7. December 30, 2025, Notice was sent to the newspaper to be published January 2, 2026, and January 16, 2026. 8. January 27, 2026, Notice was sent to the newspaper to be published January 20, 2026, and February 3, 2026. 9. January 14, 2026, Notice was mailed to surrounding property owners. 10. January 27, 2026, Notice was posted on the property for both hearings. 11. February 5, 2026, The application was presented to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Public Hearing – (25-01351) Approx 1600 N 2nd E – Annexation & Rezone from TAG to CBC – Located at approximately 1600 N 2nd E, the application is to annex property in the Impact Area into the City of Rexburg and to rezone the property from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC). – Dan Zoldak (Action) Conflict of Interest/Ex parte Conversation: Chairperson Smith asked the Commissioners to disclose any conflicts of interest or conversations held outside of this meeting relative to this particular subject. Presentation: Administrator Parkinson introduced the application to annex and rezone approximately 40 acres. He stated that staff have reviewed the request and the City is able to provide the necessary utilities and services, including water, sewer, and access, and that staff identified no challenges with the request. A Traffic Impact Study may need to be completed and will be addressed with a future plat. Administrator Parkinson noted that the annexation is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and that the property is currently zoned as Transitional Agriculture (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org (TAG), which serves as a holding zone until annexation. The applicant is requesting a CBC (Community Business Center) zone, which aligns with the current Comprehensive Plan designation of Commercial. The exact location of the parcel was shown on the map on the screen, then Administrator Parkinson showed the zoning map, sharing that surrounding zones included Transitional Agriculture (TAG), Light Industrial (LI) and Regional Business Center (RBC). He pointed out that the northern border of the parcel is the Sugar City city boundary. Chairperson Smith opened the public input portion of the hearing at 6:39 pm. Favor: none Neutral: Nate Basil representing Idaho Ag Credit, stated that his primary concern is access. He explained that their current driveway is located before the Temple’s access point, and additional traffic in the area could significantly affect the ability of employees and patrons to enter their property safely. He noted the potential for conflicts between vehicles turning left into the temple and those turning right into their business, which could increase the risk of head-on collisions. He requested that access impacts be carefully addressed if the project moves forward. Opposed: none Written Correspondence: none Rebuttal: Administrator Parkinson briefly addressed the access concerns, noting that the city is working to connect the developer with the property owners to coordinate access. He explained that a traffic impact study will be required with the plat, and its findings will determine what access improvements are necessary and how those improvements should be designed. Commissioner Casper asked for clarification on an adjacent parcel. Administrator Parkinson confirmed that it was already within city limits, is not part of this development, and has a separate owner. Chairperson Smith closed the public input portion of the hearing at 6:41 pm. Commissioner Discussion: Commissioner Francis asked for clarification on the procedure for the annexation and the rezone. Administrator Parkinson confirmed that both requests could be made in a single motion and that City Council would have the final decision. The group discussed the city boundaries, the impact area, and that the parcel was in both the City of Rexburg and City of Sugar City impact areas and the developer would choose which city to annex into. Commissioner Lawrence expressed support for the annexation and rezone, noting that the location, near the highway, was a great place for future development. Chairperson Smith agreed. Commissioner Kempton agreed, adding that given the freeway interchange and the surrounding commercial developments support the property (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org developing commercially. Administrator Parkinson reiterated that any transportation or access issues will be addressed through the required traffic impact study. This study will determine whether improvements such as a stoplight or additional turning lanes are needed and how the roadway to the east should be designed. He stated that the developer will be responsible for coordinating with Idaho Ag Credit to ensure appropriate access. MOTION: Motion to recommend City Council approve the annexation and rezone from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) for the property located at approximately 1600 N 2nd E because it is a good way to develop the property due to its proximity to the highway, the value it can bring to Rexburg, and because the request is in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. Action: Approve, Moved by Jim Lawrence, Seconded by McKay Francis. Commissioner Discussion on the Motion: Commission Kempton requested to modify the motion to add that the request is in harmony with the Comprehensive Plan. VOTE: Motion carried. (Summary: Yes = 9, No = 0, Abstain = 0). Yes: Randall Kempton (Vice Chair), Sally Smith (Chairperson), Jim Lawrence, Bruce Casper, McKay Francis, Brian Thackeray, Vern Muir, Dan Hanna, Tammy Geddes No: none Abstain: none 12. February 18, 2026, The application was presented to City Council for a public hearing and to be considered first read. Public Hearing 6:30 P.M. Annexation of approximately 1600 N 2nd E into the City of Rexburg and rezone of said property from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) zone, file #25-01351. Recommended for approval by Rexburg Planning & Zoning. Designated as Ordinance No 1344 and considered 1st read if motion passes – Alan Parkinson Action Item P&Z Administrator Parkinson explained that the property under consideration is located next to the North Rexburg exit, just north of Walmart. He showed the location on the parcel viewer; it is the parcel highlighted in blue on the map. He stated that the applicant requested annexation and rezoning of approximately 40 acres to CBC for development. (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Mayor Merrill opened the public hearing. Public Testimony in favor of the proposal (5-minute limit): Public Testimony neutral to the proposal (5-minute limit): Public Testimony opposed to the proposal (5-minute limit): Mayor Merrill closed the public hearing. Council Member C. Erickson moved to approve Ordinance No 1344 the Annexation of approximately 1600 N 2nd E into the City of Rexburg and rezone of said property from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) zone and consider first read; Council President E. Erickson seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote: Those voting aye Those voting nay Council Member Johnson none Council Member Tietjen Council Member C. Erickson Council Member Reeser Council Member Riggins Council President E. Erickson The motion carried. 13. March 4, 2026, The application was presented to City Council and considered second read. (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Second Reading: Those items which have been first read: Ordinance No 1344 Annexation and Rezone of approximately 1600 N 2nd E into the City of Rexburg and to rezone from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) zone, file #25-01351 – Alan Parkinson Action Item ORDINANCE NO. 1344 Annexation of Approximately 1600 N 2nd E in the Impact Area of the City of Rexburg into the City of Rexburg, Madison, Idaho and Rezone from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) Zone AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING CERTAIN LANDS TO THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO; DESCRIBING SAID LANDS AND DECLARING SAME A PART OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO; AND AMENDING AND CHANGING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO, AND THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE SAME UNDER THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO; AND PROVIDING WHEN THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE. Council Member Johnson moved to approve Ordinance No 1344 the Annexation of approximately 1600 N 2nd E into the City of Rexburg and to rezone of said property from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) zone and consider second read; Council Member Reeser seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote: (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Those voting aye Those voting nay Council Member Johnson Council Member Tietjen Council Member C. Erickson Council Member Reeser Council Member Riggins Council President E. Erickson The motion carried. 14. March 18, 2026, The application was presented to City Council and considered third read. Third Reading: Those items which have been second read: Ordinance No 1344 Annexation and Rezone of approximately 1600 N 2nd E into the City of Rexburg and to rezone from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) zone, file #25-01351 – Alan Parkinson Action Item RDINANCE NO. 1344 Annexation of Approximately 1600 N 2nd E in the Impact Area of the City of Rexburg into the City of Rexburg, Madison, Idaho and Rezone from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) Zone AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING CERTAIN LANDS TO THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO; DESCRIBING SAID LANDS AND DECLARING SAME A PART OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO; AND AMENDING AND CHANGING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO, AND THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE SAME UNDER THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO; AND PROVIDING WHEN THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE. (208) 359-3020 35 North 1st East Rexburg, ID 83440 Rexburg.org | Engage.Rexburg.org Council Member Riggins moved to approve Ordinance No 1344 the Annexation of approximately 1600 N 2nd E into the City of Rexburg and to rezone of said property from Transitional Agriculture (TAG) to Community Business Center (CBC) zone and consider third read; Council Member C. Erickson seconded the motion; Council President E. Erickson asked for a vote: Those voting aye Those voting nay Council Member Johnson Council Member Tietjen Council Member C. Erickson Council Member Reeser Council Member Riggins Council President E. Erickson The motion carried.