Nampa Planning and Zoning Meeting – February 25, 2026

Note on date discrepancy: The transcript begins with the chair stating "February twenty-fourth, twenty twenty-six," while the provided meeting date is 2026-02-25 00:58:32+00:00. This summary uses the provided date as instructed.

The Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission met on February 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The meeting included a director's report on recent city council actions, approval of a consent agenda (with one item removed), and public hearings on four items: a conditional use permit for a nail salon, a conditional use permit for a tire and auto repair shop, an annexation and preliminary plat for a subdivision, and a zoning map amendment for a mobile auto repair business. All four items were approved.

Consent Calendar

• Director's Report: Rodney Ashby reported that the city council approved the following items on which the commission had previously recommended approval: Middlebury North #4 subdivision final plat (13 single-family detached units, four common lots); annexation and zoning for Cherry Lane right-of-way (East Ranch subdivision); a variance for a freestanding sign at the Hawaii Center (northwest of Lake Lowell Avenue and Twelfth Avenue Road); and a denial of annexation and zoning for Orchard Acres (five yes, three no on traffic, train proximity, schools, and multifamily concerns).
• Item Removal: The commission voted unanimously to remove the subdivision final plat approval for Middlebury South #1 (50 single-family lots, seven common lots) from the consent agenda entirely, at the applicant's request. The item was removed from the agenda.
• Amended Consent Agenda Approved: The amended consent agenda was approved unanimously.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Item 3-1 (Grace Beauty Co.): No public testimony was offered.
• Item 3-2 (Budget Tires): Christy Butler, a member of the public, commented on the building's paint and noted that the applicant's current location has similar traffic access issues.
• Item 3-3 (Hudson Yards): No public testimony was offered.
• Item 3-4 (Rezoning for mobile auto repair): No public testimony was offered.

Discussion Items

• Item 3-1 – Conditional Use Permit for Grace Beauty Co. (Nail Salon): Applicant Desiree Vasquez described the salon as a family-oriented, calm environment. Staff planner Damien Snodgrass noted this was the first application under the new form-based code for the Central Historic district. The building is existing, so only certain form-based requirements apply (e.g., 30-foot required occupied space from the façade). A neighboring business submitted a late comment about ventilation; staff noted that the building department will require proper ventilation per code at the time of tenant improvement. Commissioners discussed that the market should determine business saturation and that competition is healthy. The applicant agreed to the conditions. Approved unanimously.
• Item 3-2 – Conditional Use Permit for Budget Tires (Auto Repair): Applicant Javier Gonzalez explained the business will sell new and used tires and perform light auto repair, serving about 1,000–1,500 vehicles per year. Staff noted that the site requires parking improvements, a fence for tire storage, and fire mitigation. Access on 11th Avenue is under Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) jurisdiction; a condition requires ITD review. Commissioner concerns about potential access restrictions were addressed, but staff noted the city cannot override ITD. Approved unanimously.
• Item 3-3 – Annexation, Zoning to RS7, and Preliminary Plat for Hudson Yards: Applicant Bonnie Leighton proposed 59 single-family residential lots on 21.51 acres, with 34.22% open space, a basketball court, and walking trails. Density is 2.74 dwelling units per acre (low end of medium density). The project will be developed in two phases. Staff reported that water, sewer, and pressurized irrigation will connect to the adjacent New York Landing subdivision. The police department recommended funding for 0.02 additional officers and 0.17 firefighters. The commission praised the infill and open space. Approved unanimously.
• Item 3-4 – Zoning Map Amendment from RS6 to BC (Mobile Auto Repair): Applicant Lenin Caballero, representing the property owners, requested rezoning to allow a mobile auto repair business with on-site storage of tools and parts but no repair work on site. Staff noted that home occupation does not permit this use, and the BC zone allows the intended uses. Commissioners expressed concern about creating a spot zone of BC in a residential area, but noted the property is adjacent to industrial uses and the comprehensive plan allows commercial stretching. The applicant agreed to conditions. Approved unanimously.

Key Outcomes

• Item 3-1 (Grace Beauty Co.): Motion to approve as presented with recommended conditions and proposed findings. Passed unanimously. The CUP becomes effective 15 calendar days after written decision, pending appeal.
• Item 3-2 (Budget Tires): Motion to approve as presented with recommended conditions and proposed findings. Passed unanimously. Effective 15 days after written decision, pending appeal.
• Item 3-3 (Hudson Yards): Motion to recommend approval of annexation, zoning to RS7, and preliminary plat as presented. Passed unanimously. The recommendation will go to city council.
• Item 3-4 (Rezoning to BC): Motion to recommend approval of the zoning map amendment with all recommended conditions and proposed findings. Passed unanimously. The recommendation will go to city council.
• Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned unanimously after the regular agenda.