Development Review Process
Development Review
Whether you're applying for a permit, or want to know more about a project in your neighborhood, here are some helpful resources.
- Planning Review Process for Public Hearings
An outline of the review process - City Planning Handbook
An overview of the resources and processes the city uses when reviewing new developments
Before Applying
- Boise's Development Code
Boise's Zoning Ordinance (Title 11) - Schedule an Appointment with a Planner
Virtual appointments available - Planning Applications
Planning application forms and submittal requirements - Application Submittal and Public Hearing Schedule
Information for submitting applications and associated hearing dates - Neighborhood Meeting Best Practices
After completing a pre-application meeting with City of Boise, applicants must hold a neighborhood meeting before formally submitting their application
After Applying
- Site Postings
Cases that involve a public hearing require a notice to be posted to the site. All applicants must print, post and maintain notices of public hearings on the site of their proposed development.
Decision
- Planning Division Staff Report
Planners make recommendations based on the development code, comprehensive plan, public agency comments and comments from the public. However, the final decision is made by the hearing body. The staff report is available five days before the hearing as part of the "Agenda Packet"
Learn About a Permit
Did you receive a postcard about a project or see a public notice sign and want to know more? Check out the links below or contact a planner at 208-608-7100.
View Permit Details
The proposed project's development application, drawings and other documents are available online in the city’s Permitting and Licensing system.
- Search for the Permit
From the Permitting and Licensing system landing page, type in the permit number (example: DRH21-00001) in the "Search Records" search bar on the top right. - View Documents
Scroll down, click on the “Documents” tab. Documents can be sorted by name or upload date.
Provide Input
Want to provide input on the proposed project?
- Submit Written Comments
You can submit written comments before the hearing.- Planning and Zoning Commission, Design Review Committee or Historic Preservation Commission: Written testimony must be submitted by 5 pm, the Thursday before the hearing.
- City Council: Written testimony should be submitted by 5 pm, the Thursday before the hearing.
- Testify at the Public Meeting
Go to the calendar to sign up to participate in the public meeting.
Send a Message to Planning
Thank 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.