Kuna Planning Commission tables development plan for Season Creek subdivisions

The Planning and Zoning Commission of Kuna convened on July 8, 2025, to discuss several key developments impacting the city’s growth and zoning regulations. The meeting focused on the proposed modifications to existing zoning plans and the future development of residential areas.

The first agenda item addressed the reconfiguration of a previously approved development from 2008, which was initially zoned for a larger subdivision. Elizabeth Kirkhart presented an overview of the changes, noting that the original plan included a commercial zone (C-2) that is now deemed impractical due to the lack of access and the decision not to extend Deer Flat Road over the river. The area has since been divided into three subdivisions: Season Creek North, South, and East, with a focus on single-family residential development.

Kirkhart highlighted that the current proposal includes a significant change: an agreement with the local school district to allocate approximately 10.5 acres for a public school site. This adjustment aims to enhance community infrastructure and support future residential growth. The commission discussed the need for adequate traffic mitigation as each subdivision is developed independently, allowing for a more manageable approach to urban planning.

The commission ultimately decided to table the discussion on the rezone application, allowing the developers time to address additional recommendations and finalize plans before returning for further consideration. A motion was made and unanimously approved to postpone the case to an uncertain date.

Following this, the commission moved on to the next item on the agenda, which involved a rezone request for three parcels located at 700 North Meridian Road, currently zoned for agriculture. Planner Marina Lundy introduced the application, which encompasses approximately 75.86 acres, indicating a potential shift in land use that could further influence Kuna's development landscape.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to revisit the tabled items in the future, as the commission continues to navigate the complexities of urban planning and community needs in Kuna.