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A. The agricultural/forestry district is established to provide for agricultural and forestry pursuits, including livestock production, forestry, horticulture, floriculture, viticulture, and necessary accessory uses for treating, storing and processing agricultural products. The purpose of the A/F district is to preserve, protect and maintain areas that are rural in character and the integrity of the forest/woodland areas where viable agricultural pursuits can be feasible and to avoid fragmentation of forests and farms. These purposes are accomplished by:
1. Establishing residential density limits and conservation development standards to retain areas sized for efficient farming.
2. Allowing for uses related to agricultural production and limiting nonagricultural uses to those compatible with agriculture, or requiring close proximity for the support of agriculture.
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated by the comprehensive plan as follows:
1. A/F-20 in all areas designated as prime ag/forest land in the comprehensive plan. The A/F-20 zone is also appropriate in areas designated ag/forest land in the comprehensive plan that also feature:
a. Prime agricultural soils.
b. Are characterized by agricultural or forestry uses.
c. Areas where one or more of the following apply: limited services; characterized by slopes steeper than thirty percent (30%); where access may be absent or limited to substandard road systems or where large tracts of land may be devoted to ag/forest production.
2. A/F-10 in areas designated as ag/forest land in the comprehensive plan that do not feature prime agricultural soils, but where agricultural and forestry pursuits remain viable. These areas may be within or adjacent to areas of city impact or where lands are afforded fire protection, access to standard roads and other services. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
A. The rural district is established to allow low density residential uses that are compatible with rural pursuits. The purpose can be accomplished by:
1. Limiting residential densities and permitted uses to those that are compatible with rural character and nearby resource production districts and sites and can be adequately supported by rural service levels.
2. Allowing small scale farming and forestry activities, and tourism and recreation uses that can be supported by rural service levels and are compatible with rural character.
3. Encouraging conservation development configurations that create permanent open space or farming areas, protect sensitive environmental features, reduce infrastructure costs and/or enhance recreational opportunities.
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated by the comprehensive plan as follows:
1. R-10 in areas designated as rural residential in the comprehensive plan that meet one or more of the following criteria:
a. Characterized by slopes that are steeper than thirty percent (30%).
b. Located within critical wildlife habitat as identified by federal, state or local agencies.
c. Contain prime agricultural soils.
d. Served by a network of public and/or private roadways that generally do not meet applicable roadway standards set forth in title 2 (public roads) of this code or appendix A (private roads) of this title or are absent.
e. Within the floodway.
f. Contain limited access to public services.
2. R-5 in areas designated rural residential in the comprehensive plan that are already developed at or near the one dwelling unit per five (5) acre density and/or do not meet the criteria for R-10 above. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
A. The suburban district is established to promote the development of residential uses located on the edges of the incorporated cities or other developed communities or areas, where urban sewer and water services are either available or have the potential to become available in the near future by reason of their inclusion in service districts, city service areas, or are adjacent to those areas or areas of city impact. Access to primary transportation routes and a system of hard surfaced roads are expected. The purpose can be accomplished by:
1. Providing for single-family detached dwelling units and other compatible housing forms, with a variety of densities in locations appropriate for urban densities.
2. Allowing only those accessory and complementary nonresidential uses that are compatible with urban residential communities.
3. Establishing density designations to facilitate advanced areawide planning for public facilities and services, and to protect environmentally sensitive sites from over development.
4. Encouraging conservation development configurations that create permanent open space, protect sensitive environmental features, reduce infrastructure costs and/or enhance recreational opportunities.
5. Requiring conservation development configurations in areas where all urban services are not available to provide the opportunity in the future to subdivide the land at urban densities.
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated by the comprehensive plan as transition, urban growth area, resort community or suburban growth area in the comprehensive plan where a network of hard surfaced roads provides good access to primary transportation routes or potential public transportation systems. Urban services may not be available immediately, but are capable of being extended or constructed in the area. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
A. The commercial district is established to promote a range of commercial uses to serve the needs of the immediate area, surrounding rural communities and visitors without adversely affecting adjacent residential neighborhoods. The commercial district is also intended to provide opportunities for a variety of affordable housing types that are within walking distance of commercial services. Intensive large scale commercial development is not appropriate due to the limited density of surrounding unincorporated areas. Access to primary transportation routes and a system of hard surfaced roads are expected and consideration is given to the potential public transportation access. These purposes are accomplished by:
1. Providing for a wide range of small to medium scaled retail, professional, governmental and personal service uses.
2. Allowing for mixed use buildings (housing over office or retail) and a range of housing types, including cottage housing, townhouses, apartments and mobile home parks where sufficient services are provided.
3. Allowing for light industrial uses where activities are conducted primarily indoors and impacts to adjacent uses can be mitigated.
4. Excluding commercial uses with extensive outdoor storage.
5. Excluding large scale commercial uses that would be more effectively located in incorporated cities.
6. Applying simple design standards that enhance pedestrian access and improve the character of the area.
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated as neighborhood commercial, urban growth area or transition by the comprehensive plan and community plans and that are served at the time of development by adequate sewage disposal services, water supply, roads and other needed public facilities and services. Expansion of existing commercial districts or the creation of new commercial districts may be considered only if the expansion will not negatively impact the safety and function of a state highway or other roadway. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
A. The industrial district is established to promote the development of areas for manufacturing, processing, fabrication and wholesale sales, research and testing operations, limited retail sales and warehousing. It is also a purpose of this zone to protect the industrial land base for industrial economic development and employment opportunities. Due to the intensity of land use, these areas require primary transportation routes, urbanlike water and sewer services, fire and police services and consideration given to the potential public transportation access. These purposes are accomplished by:
1. Providing for a wide range of industrial and manufacturing uses.
2. Establishing appropriate development standards and public review procedures for industrial activities with the greatest potential for adverse impacts.
3. Limiting residential, institutional, office and other nonindustrial uses to those that are accessory to industrial activities.
4. Allowing limited commercial uses that complement industrial activities.
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated by the comprehensive plan as transition which are served at the time of development by adequate sewage disposal services, water supply, roads and other needed public facilities and services. Expansion of existing industrial districts or the creation of new industrial districts may be considered only if the expansion will not negatively impact the safety and function of a state highway or other roadway. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
C. The Planning or Zoning Commission and board of county commissioners may add specific conditions to require compatibility with surrounding uses and to assure compliance with the intent of the industrial district, this title, and the health and safety of the public. To assure conditions are met, the county shall require the execution of a written commitment concerning the use or development of the subject parcel. This commitment shall be recorded in the office of the county recorder. The commitment shall take effect on the adoption of the amendment to the zoning map. The commitment shall be binding on the owner of the parcel, each subsequent owner, and each person acquiring an interest in the parcel. A commitment may be modified following the procedures for modification provided within this title and the approval of the board. The commitment may be terminated and the zoning designation reversed on the failure of the landowner/operator to abide by the terms of the agreement, following notice to the landowner/operator by certified mail of the violations and after a reasonable time, as determined by the governing board, has been given to abate the violation. No such reversal of zoning may occur without appropriate notice and public hearing as set forth in Idaho Code and this code for zoning district amendments and proof beyond a reasonable doubt that a violation remains after attempts to abate have been exhausted. If the board reverses the zoning designation after a hearing, the board decision shall be final and further recourse shall be as provided by Idaho Code. (Ord. 551, 3-9-2016; amd. Ord. 661, 3-18-2022; Ord. 580, 10-12-2022)
A. The rural service center district is established to promote the development of local commercial services in small communities to meet the needs of rural residents as well as limited tourist commercial services and limited light industrial uses consistent with the maintenance of the rural character of the area. The rural service center district is also intended to provide opportunities for a variety of affordable housing types that are within walking distance of commercial services. These purposes are accomplished by:
1. Providing for a range of small scale retail and rural service uses.
2. Allowing for mixed use buildings (housing over office or retail) and a range of housing types, including detached single-family dwelling units, cottage housing, townhouses, apartments and mobile home parks where sufficient services are provided.
3. Allowing for light industrial uses where activities are conducted primarily indoors and impacts to adjacent uses are mitigated.
4. Excluding commercial uses with extensive outdoor storage.
5. Excluding large scale commercial uses that would be more effectively located in incorporated cities.
6. Applying simple design standards that enhance pedestrian access and improve the character of the area. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated as neighborhood commercial, resort community or transition by the comprehensive plan and community plans and that are served at the time of development by adequate sewage disposal services, water supply, roads and other needed public facilities and services. Expansion of existing rural service center districts or the creation of new rural service center districts may be considered only if the expansion will not negatively impact the safety and function of a state highway or other roadway. (Ord. 512, 1-6-2010)
A. The recreation district is established to provide a wide range of recreational uses in areas where if access is by road rather than solely by waterways, the road shall be located within a recorded easement or public right of way, except where subject to the terms of an approved special use permit or a state or federal agency, adequate water and sewer services and fire services. Consideration shall also be given to access to potential public transportation systems. The recreation district is intended to provide for a range of housing types and uses that are accessory and complementary to recreational and residential uses. These purposes are accomplished by:
1. Allowing for a range of housing types provided adequate services are available.
2. Providing for commercial and private resorts which contain provisions for a range of recreational activities.
3. Excluding uses that are not compatible with the desired recreational character of the area.
4. Encouraging conservation development configurations that create permanent open space, protect sensitive environmental features, reduce infrastructure costs and/or enhance recreational opportunities.
5. Applying simple design standards that enhance the recreational opportunities and character of the area.
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated as transition, neighborhood commercial, urban growth area and resort community with the following conditions:
1. Land is physically suitable to accommodate a broad range of residential and recreational uses.
2. Sites are served by adequate sewage disposal service, water supply, roads and other needed public facilities and services. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
A. The Alpine Village District is established to accommodate recreational development in high elevation communities while recognizing the unique and challenging features of mountain communities. The Alpine Village District is intended to provide for a range of housing types and uses that are accessory and complementary to recreational and residential uses. These purposes are accomplished by:
1. Allowing for a range of housing types.
2. Providing for commercial and private resorts which include a range of recreational activities.
3. Excluding uses that are not compatible with the desired recreational/residential character of the area.
4. Applying development standards that address the unique environmental needs of high elevation communities.
B. Use of this zone is appropriate in areas designated as alpine community by the comprehensive plan. These are areas of the County generally greater than three thousand feet (3,000') in elevation that support and complement mountain recreational activities. Consideration within this district should also be given to potential public and community transportation systems. (Ord. 501, 11-18-2008)
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