Downtown Nampa
Planning applications, hearings and decisions in Downtown Nampa, from the City of Nampa's public record.
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- hearings in the next 14 days
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Changes to city zoning rules for GB district proposed, hearing set
Hearing scheduledHearing Oct. 27, 2026ZTA-00050-2026Downtown Nampa · 500 12th Ave S+3 related filings
Setback variance approved for existing backyard apartment and carport
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Home occupation registration · Planning application
Just filedHome office for disaster restoration business sought in Nampa residence
Red Truck Disaster Response wants to use one room of a home as a second administrative office with one employee and one company vehicle, open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. The registration is in review, and no outside storage is planned.
Code amendment · Planning application
Changes to city zoning rules for GB district proposed, hearing set
The city is reviewing a zoning code text amendment affecting three chapters of Title 10 that deal with the GB zoning designation. A public hearing is scheduled for Oct. 27.
Comprehensive plan amendment · Planning application
Nampa staff seek to redesignate gravel pit land and nearby area for industrial use
City planners ask to change two parcels used for a gravel pit and concrete plant from low-density residential to light industrial, and to relabel nearby land south of I-84 as industrial. A public hearing is set for Oct. 27.
Comprehensive plan amendment · Planning application
City proposes light industrial designation for gravel pit land along Highway 16 corridor
City staff want to change the future land use map from low-density residential to light industrial for two parcels used for gravel and concrete work, and relabel a nearby area. A public hearing is set for Oct. 27.
Variance · Planning application
Setback variance approved for existing backyard apartment and carport
The City Council approved a variance on Sept. 21 for an existing accessory dwelling unit, garage and carport that sit close to the side and rear property lines. The owners say it lets them resubmit for permits to make the structures legal.
Legal non-conforming use/site rights · Planning application
Nampa certifies existing 1924 duplex as a legal non-conforming use
The city approved the request on Aug. 10, recognizing the two-unit rental building as grandfathered. No new construction is proposed. If it is destroyed, it can be rebuilt to its original size under current building codes.
Temporary use (1 day to 6 month) · Planning application
Temporary food truck permit approved for commercial lot in Nampa
The city approved a temporary use permit for a food truck called Area 503. Such permits cover operations lasting from one day to six months. The city approved it Aug. 24 after the application was filed Aug. 6.
Temporary use (1 day to 6 month) · Planning application
Temporary use permit sought for commercial site in Nampa under project name Area 503
The city received a request on Aug. 5 for a temporary use of one day to six months at a commercial building. The application is now closed, and the file does not say what the use is or how it was decided.
Variance · Planning application
Variance for existing accessory dwelling and carport setbacks voided
Homeowners sought a setback variance so an existing accessory dwelling and carport could be legalized and permits resubmitted. The application, filed July 31, 2026, is marked void.
Home occupation registration · Planning application
Home-based firearms repair and light manufacturing business approved in Nampa
The city approved a home occupation registration for a small firearms repair and light manufacturing and painting business at a residence on July 31. The description says there will be no major machinery and no firearm sales on the premises.
Temporary use (1 day to 6 month) · Planning application
Taqueria 7 Hermanos food truck approved for temporary use
The city approved a temporary use permit, good for between one day and six months, for the food truck on a lot with an existing commercial building. The permit was filed July 14 and approved July 20.
Conditional use · Planning application
Permit approved to keep seven dogs at a Nampa home
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a non-commercial kennel license on Aug. 25 covering seven named dogs. It expires after 18 months, cannot be transferred, and requires dog waste to be kept in an enclosed container and removed weekly.
Variance · Planning application
Burger King teardown and rebuild approved with reduced setbacks and landscaping
The City Council approved variances on Aug. 3 so a new restaurant on a 0.95-acre site can keep its drive-thru lanes and parking inside setbacks, with narrower landscape buffers. Stormwater must be kept on site.
Temporary use (1 day to 1 month) · Planning application
Temporary fireworks stand sought in Nampa commercial lot
Outlet Fireworks LLC has applied for a temporary use permit, for one day to one month, to run a fireworks stand at an existing commercial building. The application is under city review.
Temporary use (1 day to 1 month) · Planning application
Temporary fireworks stand proposed in Nampa
A temporary use permit request filed May 18 would allow a fireworks stand, named TNT Firework Stand, on a commercial property. The application is in review.
Variance · Planning application
Variance approved to rebuild single-family home closer to street
The city approved, with conditions, a request to tear down a house with a failed foundation and build a new one on a 0.07-acre lot. Conditions include checking a neighbor's sewer line and replacing any damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk.
Temporary use (1 day to 6 month) · Planning application
Taco truck wins approval for temporary use on commercial lot
Nampa approved a temporary use permit for the Tapatias Taco Truck on April 28, five days after the application was filed. Temporary permits cover stays of one day to six months.
Code amendment · Planning application
Nampa approves code changes allowing ADUs and 1,500-square-foot starter home lots
The zoning changes follow a new Idaho law taking effect July 1, 2026. They allow accessory dwelling units on single-family lots and create a starter home subdivision option on sites of at least four acres. The City Council decision came Sept. 8.
Conditional use · Planning application
Home-based firearms repair and light manufacturing business approved with conditions
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the permit on July 14 for small-scale gun repair and kit assembly in a home, with sales made offsite. The owner needs a home occupation permit and a building review of the work area and hazardous materials storage.
Temporary use (1 day to 6 month) · Planning application
Temporary taco business use approved by Nampa
The city approved a temporary use permit for Johanna's Tacos on a commercial property on April 14, six days after the request was filed on April 8. Temporary use permits cover operations lasting from one day to six months.
