Housing in Idaho local government
What Idaho city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
134 Idaho meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Idaho with the most housing activity
- Eagle, ID (25)
- Nampa, ID (18)
- Pocatello, ID (18)
- Blaine County, ID (16)
- Nampa School District, ID (9)
- Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25, ID (7)
- Minidoka County, ID (6)
- Twin Falls County, ID (6)
- Blackfoot, ID (5)
- Post Falls, ID (5)
- Idaho Falls, ID (3)
- Caldwell, ID (3)
Latest matching meetings
Boise City Council discusses ordinances, subdivisions, and city expenses
The City Council will review several items including a proclamation for Rebecca Hupp Day and various subdivision requests. The agenda includes multiple ordinance readings regarding price increases during emergencies and zoning changes. Additionally, the council will consider consent agenda items such as city checks…
Nampa to hold public hearings on zoning, kennel, and housing code changes
The Nampa Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on August 11, 2026, regarding a multi-family development, a non-commercial kennel license, and proposed text amendments to the city's housing and manufactured home codes.
Council to consider land use changes for townhouses and church
The Nampa City Council will hold public hearings on two development proposals. One seeks to rezone land at 5601 E Locust Lane from low-density residential to medium-density for cottage-style townhouses. The other involves annexing and rezoning parcels at Midway Road and Iowa Avenue for a new church and future…
Commission reviews Airey Ridge Subdivision development request
The Parks, Pathways & Recreation Commission will consider a request for the Airey Ridge Subdivision. The body will also receive a staff report on the Greenbelt.
Design Review Board to consider townhomes and subdivision landscaping
The Design Review Board will vote on a four-unit townhome building and modifications to subdivision landscaping. The board is also reviewing common area landscaping for the Torrente Secco Subdivision.
Committee to consider hiring and equipment purchases for the Criminal Justice Center
The Mini-Cassia Justice Committee will review and vote on several actions related to the Criminal Justice Center, including employee hires, policy approvals, and equipment purchases. It will also consider hiring actions for Adult Misdemeanor Probation and the Juvenile Detention Center. Additional agenda items include…
Blackfoot Planning & Zoning reviews zoning changes and grant projects
The Commission will review proposed updates to the Medium Density Residential zone description and setback measurement language. Staff will also review proposed projects for Idaho Community Development Block Grant funds regarding downtown improvements and elevator modernization at Sunset Manor.
Commission reviews Airey Ridge Subdivision development request
The Parks, Pathways & Recreation Commission will consider a request for the Airey Ridge Subdivision. The proposal includes annexation and rezoning of a 157.50-acre site for a 36-lot residential planned unit development.
Council to approve $1.86 M Elm Street reconstruction agreement and related projects
The Idaho Falls City Council will consider several items, including a resolution to adopt the 2026‑2030 Community Development Block Grant plan allocating $414,143, an omnibus amendment to the city’s alcohol ordinances, and multiple public‑works agreements. Major infrastructure actions include a $1,861,337 State‑Local…
Hearing on variance for 75-ft student housing at 651 Memorial Drive
The Pocatello Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a variance request by ICON Pocatello LLC for a student housing project at 651 Memorial Drive. The variance seeks to allow a 75-foot building height, 173 units, up to 5 unrelated occupants per unit, and reduced parking with 52 on-site and 200 off-site stalls…
Public hearing on 64-townhome subdivision in The Crossings
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and decide whether to recommend approval of a preliminary plat to subdivide Lot 2 Block 2 of The Crossings Division 1 into 64 townhome lots and three private drives, located west of Paradigm Way and north of Venture Way. Staff recommends approval with…
County considers River Bend housing agreement and federal grant overhaul
The Board will vote on a regulatory agreement for River Bend Community Housing and discuss a comment letter on proposed federal grant rule changes. Action items include approving contracts for Kilpatrick Bridge engineering services and multiple HMGP scoping grants. Budget presentations from Mountain Rides and the…
Council votes on annexing 75 acres to Residential 1 zoning and Ellie’s Landing plat.
The Jerome City Council will hold public hearings and vote on major land-use actions, including annexing 75.4 acres near 100 North and 200 East to Residential 1 zoning. The council will also approve the final plat for the Ellie’s Landing Planned Unit Development and introduce an ordinance regulating manufactured home…
Nampa City Council to vote on three major land use and zoning changes
The City Council will hold public hearings to decide on three development projects involving annexation and zoning changes. These proposals include a large residential estate, an industrial subdivision, and a residential project near Star Road.
Council votes on rezoning South 5th Ave land and awards a $1.3M water well contract.
The Pocatello City Council will hold public hearings to adopt official housing and urban forest plans. Members will also vote on an ordinance to rezone property near Century High School and annex nearly 19 acres into city limits. Additionally, the council will approve multiple infrastructure contracts, including a…
Public hearing for 14,000 sq ft medical office building PUD
The Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed 14,000 sq ft medical office building under a Planned Unit Development at 102 Blue Haven Lane and 12598 State Highway 75. Also on the agenda: discussion of ambulance district priorities, approval of a grant match letter for Sun Valley Economic Development, and…
Boise City Council discusses ordinances, subdivisions, and city expenses
The City Council will review several items including an ordinance regarding excessive price increases during emergencies and various subdivision plats. The agenda also includes a request for approval of city checks totaling $5,317,876.45.
Public hearing on medical office building PUD in Hailey
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a Planned Unit Development for a 14,000 sq ft medical office building on Hospital Drive. They will also vote on rejecting the bid for the Ohio Gulch sprinkler replacement project, approve a consent calendar including beverage license renewals and a new…
Council to consider annexation of Mabury Subdivision and 1,640-acre BLM land deal
The Eagle City Council will hold public hearings on three land-use items: annexation and rezone for a 13-lot residential subdivision, a conditional use permit for an oversized accessory dwelling unit, and a development agreement modification for another subdivision. On the consent agenda, the council will consider a…
Public hearing on Lake Lowell Estates annexation and 24-home subdivision
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider annexation and zoning for the Lake Lowell Estates project. The proposal includes 24 single-family homes, common lots, and right-of-way on Lake Lowell Avenue.
Minidoka County Commissioners to discuss probation office project and housing contracts
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to address administrative approvals and several departmental requests. Key items include a roundtable discussion on the Misdemeanor Probation Office Project and a review of housing contracts.
P&Z Commission continues housing plan discussion for Greater Rigby
The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will continue discussing plan elements and review data gathering on housing in the Greater Rigby Area. The meeting will also include a discussion on survey questions and next steps.
County commissioners hear presentations from housing, fire, mental health groups
This special meeting features a series of presentations from community organizations including the Blaine County Housing Authority, Sawtooth Coalition, Sawtooth Valley Wildland Fire Collaborative, Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve Alliance, National Association on Mental Illness, Crisis Hotline, The Advocates, and the…
Nef Duplex Special Use at 875 North Meridian
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a special use permit for a duplex at 875 North Meridian (Action Item 4). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
City Council to consider annexation, zoning changes, and public hearing on Cedar Hills LID
The Pocatello City Council will convene to approve a consent agenda including material claims, a treasurer's report, and various land-use decisions such as annexing 19 acres near Century High School and amending zoning for a property on South 5th Avenue. The meeting also includes public hearings on a HUD performance…
Caldwell City Council to consider large mixed-use development and multiple annexations
The City Council will hold public hearings on a 124.6-acre mixed-use subdivision and several rezoning and annexation requests. The body will also vote on various utility easements, city contracts, and commission appointments.
Commission elects new Chair and Vice Chair for Greater Rigby Area Committee
The Planning & Zoning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the Greater Rigby Area Committee. It will also review the Vision and Guiding Principles for the Greater Rigby Area Plan. The meeting will begin discussion of plan elements, including housing, transportation, and infrastructure.
Planning and Zoning to review energy projects and land use permits
The Power County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to vote on several conditional use permits and plat reviews. The body will also consider revisions to county titles regarding housing and energy facilities.
Commission considers zoning amendments for ADUs, short-term rentals, and parks
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning ordinance amendments to comply with state legislation on accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals, and to revise park development standards. They will also consider final plats for three subdivisions and two planned unit developments, plus an…
Caldwell City Council to consider water and sewer rate study results
The City Council will discuss a Water & Sewer Rate Study and hold public hearings on the Community Development Block Grant plans. The body is also deciding on two residential subdivision applications and several infrastructure contracts.
Public hearing for 49-lot Wellspring Subdivision on 45.88 acres
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hear consent agenda items including findings for an oversized accessory dwelling unit, a subdivision modification, and a denied annexation for self-storage. The main public hearing is for Wellspring Subdivision, a 49-lot planned unit development requiring a comprehensive plan…
Council discusses new state code on small homes and land use training
The Burley City Council holds a special meeting focused on training for land use and quasi-judicial hearings, a new state code on small homes and changes to the city's Comprehensive Plan, and items for a future joint meeting with Planning & Zoning.
Council to consider $31.58M grant for public safety facility upgrades
The City Council will vote on several items including a $31.58 million US DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All grant for safety upgrades, a $270,000 Bloomberg grant for downtown wayfinding, and multiple airport grants and equipment purchases. They will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment, a Local Improvement…
Redevelopment Agency to consider Willow Creek Urban Renewal Plan
The Idaho Falls Redevelopment Agency will vote on resolutions to adopt the Willow Creek Urban Renewal Plan and approve an owner participation agreement with Stillwater Apartments. They will also consider a task order for an economic feasibility study for the Skyline-Broadway area. Discussion items include an audit…
Planning and Zoning Commission to review special use hearings and ADU ordinance
The commission will review findings from two special use hearings and discuss an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance. One hearing regarding the airport nuisance zone has been cancelled.
Blaine County Commissioners to consider zoning amendments and stream alteration permit
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss housing authority matters and county impact fees. They are deciding on zoning amendments regarding Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations and the Mountain Overlay District. A public hearing is scheduled for a stream alteration permit on the Big Wood River.
Council to consider annexation and development for Traverse Landing Subdivision
The City Council will hold public hearings on land use requests, including a residential annexation on Marble Front Rd. and a development modification on E. Ustick Rd. The body will also vote on several infrastructure dedications and professional service agreements.
City Council to consider $461,766 road project and zoning title amendments
The Twin Falls City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and subdivision plats. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding amendments to the Zoning Title to clarify policy language and administrative processes.
Annexation and rezone for 9.84-acre self-storage facility on Beacon Light Road
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit over 1,200 square feet at 996 East Equine Lane, a development agreement modification and preliminary plat for the 20-lot Kody Corner Subdivision on North Parkinson Street, and an…
Design Review Board to vote on Dovetail Condo material/color modifications
The Eagle Design Review Board will consider consent agenda items approving findings for several projects, including a multi-tenant building and townhome developments. A new business action item requests modifying building materials and colors for the Dovetail Condo buildings at 2056 East Dunyon Street.