The new zoning code includes a new process that ensures applicants have early assistance from staff and continued support as they work through the planning process. Early collaboration creates a more consistent and smooth process for the applicant and staff to reduce costly changes and ensure best results for everyone.
Click through each step of the process below for specific information.
Every project starts with an idea. Once the idea starts to formulate, it's a good time to reach out to the planning department to get the support needed to start the project out on the best foot, with the best information. No formalized documentation is required to begin, in fact it is preferred to initiate the first step beforehand.
A city planner will aid in the very early stages of your concept to get started with the most current information and support. All applications begin with Early Assistance.
See MoreThis is the first review with the planning team with preliminary plans and documents. This step is also required for all applicants before proceeding based on project type.
See MoreBy the time Concept Review is completed, the planning team will have formulated an understanding of the project and categorized the project as Administrative or Hearing-Level based on the specific applications that will be required for the project. These project types determine the next steps the applicant will take.
Following Early Assistance and Concept Review, some Administrative projects will proceed to submitting the application, which will be made available to the applicant. Hearing-level projects require a few more steps before submittal.
Below are some of the most common applications in each group but is not an exhaustive list. For more information on other applications, please contact the Planning Department.
Administrative Applications -
Hearing-Level Applications -
Most administrative applications are submitted at this stage and all fees are paid. Applications that are processed administratively, but could benefit from review by other agencies, may require Interdepartmental Review prior to submittal.
See MoreHearing-level applications have a few additional review steps based on the complexity and scale of these projects. They require a Neighborhood Review and an Interdepartmental Review before proceeding to submittal.
Administrative applications are reviewed by staff and have a Planning Director approval.
See MoreHearing-level applications require review in front of one or more hearing bodies for a recommendation or a decision. The hearing bodies include the Hearing Examiner, Historic Preservation Commission, Design Review Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission and Boise City Council.
See MoreThank you for your interest in the Planning division. Please fill out the form below and a representative will be in touch with you. If you are inquiring about a specific project, please include the record number or project address.