Pocatello Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting 08 12 26

The City of Pocatello Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on August 12, 2026, to consider several land use and zoning matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a preliminary plat for a commercial subdivision by Sunrise Engineering, involving 19.19 acres divided into 18 commercial lots with new road infrastructure. The commission also reviewed two zoning map amendment requests: one to rezone 39 acres from light industrial to residential commercial professional (RCP) to accommodate multifamily housing, and another to rezone 2 acres of city-owned land from residential medium density multifamily to RCP with a future land use amendment from open space to mixed use, intended for affordable senior housing development by NeighborWorks Pocatello. The commission approved the commercial subdivision and the first rezoning request but voted to deny the second rezoning and future land use amendment, citing concerns about consistency with the comprehensive plan and open space preservation. The meeting included extensive public testimony and staff presentations addressing zoning criteria, infrastructure, and community impact. The commission’s recommendations will proceed to the city council for final decisions.