HomeMy WebLinkAboutDraft MinutesCHUBBUCK
Land Use and Development Commission
Regular Meeting
June 10, 2025
6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
290 East Linden, Chubbuck, ID 83202
MINUTES
Board Members Present: Chair Jason Mendenhall, Boyd Byrd, Adam Thayer, Brett Hiltbrand, and
Carrie Holm, Staff Members Present: Attorney Ryan Lewis, Planning Manager Don Matson, and
Deputy Clerk Alexis Thompson.
Mendenhall called the meeting to order at 6:OOpm.
Mendenhall asked if any commissioners had a conflict of interest with the items before the
board. Mendenhall disclosed a phone conversation from one of the surrounding neighbors.
PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: May 13, 2025
Mendenhall entertained a motion to approve the minutes as emailed. Holm moved to accept the
meeting minutes of May 13, 2025 as emailed; Hiltbrand seconded. The full commission
approved.
GENERAL BUSINESS
An application for an Amendment to an existing Conditional Use Permit for an assisted
living facility in the Limited Commercial (C-1) zone at 5280 Senator Way. The amendment
application relates to the building setbacks from the property line. The site is generally
located near the intersection of Chubbuck Rd and Philbin Rd in Chubbuck, Idaho. The
application will be reviewed against criteria in sections 18.28.020.C.5 through C.I 1 and
18.28.020.D of City Code. Type of action: Decision.
Stewart Ward from Dioptra represented the applicant. Mr. Ward presented an
application for an amendment to an existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an
assisted living facility in the Limited Commercial (C-1) zone at 4850 Senator Way. The
amendment application relates to the building setbacks from the property line. The site
plan approved by the Land Use and Development Commission (via a CUP) at the
September 10, 2024 meeting; placed the northern wings of the building 33 feet and 25
feet, respectively, south of the north property line. In construction, the building
foundation was placed 28 feet and 20 feet, respectively, from the north property line.
Planning Manager Don Matson stated that this application had been reviewed by City
Staff and does appear to meet all the standards of Titles 16, 17 and 18 of City Code, as
presented with conditions. The minimum setback within the Limited Commercial (C-1)
zone is ten feet.
Mendenhall declared the public hearing open for public comment.
Resident David Hall, was Neutral. Mr. Hall suggested adding a taller fence and a few
more trees to the north for privacy. Mr. Hall was concerned about light pollution.
Resident Shawn Beckman, was Neutral. Mr. Beckman suggested adding a few more
trees to the north for privacy.
Resident Saundra Frasure, was Opposed. Mrs. Frasure was concerned about privacy
and suggested adding a few trees.
Due to no more public comment Mendenhall closed the public hearing.
Ward stated that the current landscaping included 7-8 trees along the northern
property line.
Mendenhall asked about the fence height. Matson stated that city code would only
allow for a 7ft fence, the current fence is 6ft. Ward didn't think a 7ft fence would add any
additional privacy due to the elevation difference between the properties.
The Board also discussed light pollution. Matson stated that commercial properties are
required under city code that light pollution must be shielded downward and be
maintained within the property.
Byrd asked resident Shawn Beckman if he felt like a 7ft fence would add any
additional privacy. Mr. Beckman did not feel like a 7ft fence would add any additional
privacy. Holm asked if as a surrounding neighbor and after listening to the discussion
during tonight's meeting if Mr. Beckman would be in favor of a 7ft fence or additional
landscaping. Mr. Beckman suggested the additional landscaping as discussed.
Hiltbrand motioned to approve an amended Conditional Use Permit for an Assisted Living Facility
in the Limited Commercial (C-1) zone located at 5820 Senator Way, and the findings, facts and
conclusions of law (FFCL) with the stated conditions. The Applicant is required to coordinate
with City staff to develop a new landscape plan that includes up to 3 additional trees on the north
side of the property to increase privacy for neighbors. Staff may receive input from neighbors [to
the north] on tree placement. Staff will have discretion on final determination of tree placement,
and applicant will be required to comply with staff determinations as to the new landscape plan.
Applicant shall comply with all prior conditions and requirements of the previously approved
CUP as set forth in the prior Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law with stated conditions.
Byrd seconded.
With all commission members understanding the motion they voted.
Roll Call Vote: Carrie Holm, Yes; Jason Mendenhall, Yes; Brett Hiltbrand, Yes; Boyd Byrd, Yes;
Adam Thayer, Recused; Motion carried.
ADJOURN: Mendenhall adjourned at 7:11.
Jason Mendenhall, Chairperson
Joey Bowers, City Clerk