Downtown Boise
Planning applications, hearings and decisions in Downtown Boise, from the City of Boise's public record.
- filed in the past 30 days
- 9
- hearings in the next 14 days
- 0
- decided in the past 30 days
- 3
Food truck court and event center proposed on half-acre lot, hearing set for Nov. 9
Concept review begins for proposed project on commercial site
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Planning project · Planning application
Concept review begins for proposed project on commercial site
A planning project filed Oct. 12 is in concept review with the city. The site is zoned for mixed use and currently used for commercial purposes. A site plan and application are on file, but no details on what would be built have been given.
Planning project · Planning application
Sidewalk cafe proposed for commercial property, now in concept review
The city is reviewing a request to add a sidewalk cafe. The application was filed Oct. 9 and is at the concept review stage, where corrections are being addressed.
Comprehensive plan amendment · Planning application
Ada County jail and EMS impact fee plans proposed for Boise's citywide Blueprint
The request would add Ada County's capital improvement plans for the jail and emergency medical services impact fee studies to Blueprint Boise, the city's comprehensive plan. It is under review and goes to City Council for a decision.
Neighborhood meeting list · Planning application
Change from residential to commercial use at historic building approved
The city marked the request complete. It covers converting a building in a historic district from residential to commercial use. No details on size or the type of business are on file.
Planning project · Planning application
Boise plan amendment would add Ada County jail and EMS capital plans to Blueprint Boise
The amendment would fold the county's capital improvement plans for the jail and emergency medical services, tied to development impact fee studies, into the city's comprehensive plan. It is under city review and goes to City Council for a decision.
Zoning compliance review · Planning application
Move of storefront entry door approved with conditions
The city approved relocating a front door about 8 feet along a commercial storefront, with the old opening filled in to match. Approval takes effect after the appeal period ends Oct. 26, and any outward-opening door must not block the sidewalk.
Subdivision · Planning application
Plat proposed to create 7 condo units in parking garage building under construction
The plat would divide a building already under construction into seven condominium units plus shared common areas, without changing its form. The request is under review and is slated for a City Council decision.
River system · Planning application
Floodplain and river permits sought for bank repair along Boise River
The application asks for floodplain and river system permits to repair a riverbank on a 3.04-acre site. It was filed Sept. 29 and is awaiting administrative review by city staff.
Floodplain · Planning application
Floodplain and river permits sought for bank repair on 3-acre site
The city received an application on Sept. 29 for floodplain and river system permits to repair a riverbank. City staff will review it administratively, without a public hearing on file.
Design review · Planning application
Design review sought for project on 0.83-acre commercial site
The city is reviewing a design review application for a 0.83-acre commercial site. The application is on hold while the applicant uploads more materials, and staff will decide it administratively. No details on the building are on file.
Planning project · Planning application
Car wash proposes new vacuums, added accessible parking stall and restriped lot
The plan for an existing car wash on 0.83 acres would replace outdated vacuums, add an accessible parking space and redo the parking lot striping. The building would not change. The application is under city review.
Comprehensive plan amendment · Planning application
Updated historic preservation plan heads to City Council for adoption
The city wants to adopt a new Historic Preservation Plan into its Comprehensive Plan, replacing the 1979 plan. The Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval. The City Council hearing is set for Nov. 2. It changes no zoning, streets or land use map.
Planning project · Planning application
Boise River bank repair proposed after cave removed along greenbelt
The applicant seeks floodplain and river system permits to regrade about 30 feet of upper riverbank and plant native vegetation. A cave-like hollow used for illicit activity was removed earlier for safety. The city is reviewing the request administratively.
Planning project · Planning application
Change to Boise's comprehensive plan would point to updated historic preservation plan
The request would amend Blueprint Boise, the city's comprehensive plan, to refer to the city's updated Historic Preservation Plan. No homes or buildings are proposed. The application is in review and goes to City Council for a decision.
Design review · Planning application
114-foot mural approved for paddle boat house with conditions
The city approved a 114-by-9-foot mural, "Paddle Like a Goose," on the boathouse for the Discovery Center of Idaho's paddle boats. Any design changes need review by Boise Arts & History, and the mural must follow city mural guidelines.
Planning project · Planning application
Conversion of historic house to coffee shop and offices proposed
The plan would turn a single-family house on 0.27 acres into about 3,278 square feet of commercial space, including a coffee shop, bakery kitchen, office and meeting rooms. A neighborhood meeting is required before city review continues.
Planning project · Planning application
Mural and new tables approved for paddle boat house run by Discovery Center of Idaho
The Discovery Center of Idaho can paint a branded mural with graphics and signage on the park's boathouse and replace its wood tables with four round blue metal tables and branded umbrellas. The city approved it Oct. 9.
Design review · Planning application
Facade improvements to commercial building approved
The city approved design review for facade enhancements to an existing commercial building on a 0.28-acre site. The application was filed July 17, 2026.
Variance · Planning application
Food truck court and event venue seeks variance to street improvement rules
The applicant wants a variance from street frontage improvement standards for a temporary food truck court and event space on about half an acre. The Planning and Zoning Commission holds a public hearing on Nov. 9.
Conditional use · Planning application
Food truck court and event center proposed on half-acre lot, hearing set for Nov. 9
The conditional use permit request covers a food truck court and event center, classed as an outdoor recreation use, on 0.51 acres of vacant land. The Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on Nov. 9.