Land Use Information
The City of Victor provides land use information that covers the activities taking place in our city limits and area of impact (AOI), such as residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural uses. This data is crucial for urban planning, zoning, environmental management, and economic development. With this information, leaders and the greater community can make informed decisions on how to manage and develop our land resources sustainably and equitably.
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
PLEASE NOTE: For an application to be deemed complete, the following items must be submitted.
- WARRANTY DEED
- NOTARIZED AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM PROPERTY OWNER (If applicable)
- ANY PLANS SPECIFIED IN THE PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE
- PROPOSED SURVEYED ANNEXATION MAP THAT CONTAINS:
- Signature blocks for: Property Owners Signature (if applicable), Surveyor’s Certification, Mayor, City Clerk, Planning and Zoning Administrator, Certificate of Survey Review and the County Recorders Certificate
- Show the location of: Streets, Easements, Power lines, Buildings, Structures, Water Courses, Floodplain, Substantial changes in Vegetation, and Water and Sewer Lines
- Vicinity Map, Date of the survey, and North Arrow
- Map scale adequate to depict all adjusted lots (show Bar Scale)
- Legend with a description for all line weights and symbols used
- All bearings and distances for all property lines. Include Basis of Bearing and CP&F Reference
- All known easements shown with their instrument numbers
- All existing physical access points are shown (check aerial photos)
- Legal access points shown or possibility for future County Road access permits established
- Property Descriptions – the new legal descriptions for each parcel
- Certificate of Acceptance of Mortgagee, if applicable. MUST BE NOTARIZED
- PLEASE NOTE: The Proposed survey must be in accordance with the Land Use Development Code Sec. 13.1.9.
NARRATIVE STATEMENT THAT INCLUDES:
A narrative statement that includes a detailed description on how this application meets the approval criteria outlined in the Land Use Development Code Sec. 14.7.14.B
REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCESS
The process for an Annexation is outlined in the Land Use Development Code Sec. 14.7.14.B
- Upon determination of a complete application, the Administrator will notify all services providers for review and comments from internal and external agencies.
- The Administrator will certify the application as compliant and will schedule it for the next available Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing.
- The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing and review the application in accordance with the required approval criteria, and will then forwarded a recommendation to the City Council.Â
- The City Council will then hold a public hearing and review the application in accordance with the required approval criteria, and voting to approve, approve with modification, or deny the amendment.
- If approved, an Ordinance and the survey with the new City boundary will be recorded.
- Notwithstanding the conditions of the annexation agreement, an approved Annexation expires one (1) year after the approval date unless the Annexation plat has been recorded.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- If a request is made from a property owner for City services, and the property is outside of City limits but contiguous to the Victor City limits they shall be required to apply for annexation; (Res. R03-0403-2, 4-3-2003)
- Additional development proposed for the property is within the capacity of the City and other service providers (police, fire, library, etc) to provide;
- Traffic generated by additional development proposed for the property can be accommodated by existing streets serving the site, or the traffic generated can be mitigated;
- Additional development proposed for the property will not negatively impact natural resources as identified in the Property Development Plan.
Fee $3,058.80
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
PLEASE NOTE: For an application to be deemed complete, the following items need to be submitted.
- WARRANTY DEED
- NOTARIZED AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM PROPERTY OWNER (If applicable)
- UNRECORDED DRAFT DEEDS ANY PLANS SPECIFIED IN THE PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE
- PROPOSED SITE PLAN THAT CONTAINS:
- The location of: streets, easements, power lines, buildings, structures, water courses, floodplain, substantial changes in vegetation, water and sewer lines, parking location, landscaping and open space, service areas, existing and proposed signage, and all exterior lighting.
- Vicinity Map and North Arrow.
- Property lines with dimensions.
- Legend with a description for all line weights and symbols used.
NARRATIVE STATEMENT
A narrative statement that includes a detailed description on how this application meets the approval criteria outlined in the Land Use Development Code Sec. 14.7.11.B
ANY OTHER INFORMATION AS REQUESTED BY THE ADMINISTRATOR REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCESS
- Upon determination of a complete application, the Administrator will notify all services providers for review and comments from internal and external agencies.
- The Administrator will certify the application as compliant and will schedule it for the next available Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) Public Hearing.
- The PZC will then hold a public hearing and review the application in accordance with the required approval criteria, and vote to approve, approve with modification, or deny the Conditional Use.
- Upon the granting of a CUP, conditions may be attached to a conditional use permit.
- An approved Conditional Use Permit expires one (1) year after the approval date unless the applicant has established the use or made substantial progress toward establishing the use.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The approval or denial of the Conditional Use Application shall be based upon the following standards and criteria, which can be found in the Land Development Code Art 14.7.11.B
- The use is in compliance with the requirements of Articles 3-7.
- The use is allowed as a conditional use in the respective zoning district and complies with the specific use standards listed in Article 10.
- The use complies with the specific standards listed in Article 10 and conditions listed in Article 9, if any, without the granting of any variance.
- The use is compatible with adjacent uses in terms of location, scale, site design, hours of operation and operating characteristics.
- Any adverse impacts resulting from the proposed use in the affected area will be effectively mitigated or offset.
- The City and other service providers will be able to provide sufficient public facilities and services including schools, roads, recreation facilities, wastewater treatment, water supply and stormwater facilities, police, fire and emergency medical services, while maintaining sufficient levels of service to existing development.
Fee: $1,184.40
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
- WARRANTY DEED
- NOTARIZED AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM PROPERTY OWNER (If applicable)
- ALL PLANS/STUDIES IDENTIFIED DURING PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
- ELEVATION DRAWINGS FOR PROPOSED BUILDINGS AND EXISTING BUILDINGS
- NARRATIVE STATEMENT
- ANY OTHER INFORMATION REQUESTED BY THE ADMINISTRATOR TO DETERMINE IF THE PROPOSED APPLICATION MEET THE INTENT AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE VICTOR LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE.
- PROPOSED SITE PLAN THAT CONTAINS:
- The location of: streets, easements, power lines, buildings, structures, water courses, floodplain, substantial changes in vegetation, water and sewer lines, parking location, landscaping and open space, service areas, existing and proposed signage, and all exterior lighting.
- Vicinity Map and North Arrow.
- Property lines with dimensions.
- Legend with a description for all line weights and symbols used.
NARRATIVE STATEMENT
- A narrative statement that includes a detailed description on how this application meets the approval criteria outlined in the Land Use Development Code Sec. 14.7.11.B
- Description of the existing use of property.
- Identification of the surrounding land uses and discussion of the general compatibility of the proposed use of the new zone and the surrounding land uses.
- Evaluation of the effects of element such as noise, glare, odor, fumes and vibration that the new zone and respective permitted uses may have on the surrounding properties.
- Discussion of how the proposed rezone request complies with the Comprehensive Plan.
- Discussion of how the proposed rezone request complies with the approval criteria,
- listed below.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The approval or denial of the Conditional Use Application shall be based upon the following standards and criteria, which can be found in the Land Development Code Art 14.7.11.B
1. The Zoning Map Amendment substantially conforms to the Comprehensive Plan.
2. The Zoning Map Amendment substantially conforms to the stated purpose and intent of this Land Development Code.
3. The Zoning Map Amendment will reinforce the existing or planned character of the area.
4. The subject property is appropriate for development allowed in the proposed district.
5. There are substantial reasons why the property cannot be used according to the existing zoning.
6. There is a need for the proposed use at the proposed location.
7. The City and other service providers will be able to provide sufficient public facilities and services including schools, roads, recreation facilities, wastewater treatment, water supply and storm water facilities, police, fire and emergency medical services, while maintaining sufficient levels of service to existing development.
8. The Zoning Map Amendment will not significantly impact the natural environment, including air, water, noise, storm water management, wildlife and vegetation.
9. The Zoning Map Amendment will not have a significant adverse impact on property in the vicinity of the subject property.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCESS
The process for a Zoning Map Amendment is outline in the Land Development Code Art. 14.7.11.
1. The Administrator will certify the application as compliant and will schedule it for the next available Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing.
2. The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing and review the application in accordance with the required approval criteria, and will then forwarded a recommendation to the City Council.
3. The City Council will then hold a public hearing and review the application in accordance with the required approval criteria, and voting to approve, approve with modification, or deny the amendment.
4. If the Council approves the request, an Ordinance will be recorded, and the official Victor Zoning Map updated.
REZONING FEE : $2,997.60
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
More information coming soon.
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
More information coming soon.
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
More information coming soon.
The Process and Requirements can be found in Section 14.5.10 of the Land Development Code.
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
All items listed below are required to be submitted with the application unless otherwise noted or excepted by the administrator. The Lot Split process is required when dividing a lot to create one (1) additional lot. Only lots that are unplatted or platted prior to January 1, 1990 are eligible for review under this process.
- WARRANTY DEED
- NOTARIZED AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM PROPERTY OWNER (If applicable)
- UNRECORDED DRAFT DEEDS
- ANY PLANS SPECIFIED IN THE PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE
- PROPOSED SURVEYED PLAT MAP THAT CONTAINS:
- Signature blocks for: the property owners (must be notarized), Planning Administrator, Mayor, City Clerk, Surveyor’s Certification, Certificate of Survey Review, Fire Marshal, and the Recorders Certification.
- Show the location of: Streets, Easements, Powerlines, Buildings, Structures, Water Courses, Floodplain, Substantial changes in vegetation, and water and sewer lines.
- Legend with a description for all line weights and symbols used
- All bearings and distances for all property lines. Include Basis of Bearing and CP&F Reference
- Map scale adequate to depict all adjusted lots (show Bar Scale)
- Vicinity Map, Date of survey, and North Arrow
- Legal access points shown or possibility for future County Road access permits established
- Property Descriptions – the new legal descriptions for each parcel
- All existing physical access points shown (check aerial photos)
- All known easements shown with their instrument numbers
- Certificate of Acceptance of Mortgagee, if applicable. MUST BE NOTARIZED
PLEASE NOTE: The Proposed survey must be accordance with the Land Use Development Code Article 13.1.9.
Review and Approval Process
The process for a Lot Split is outlined in the Land Use Development Code Art. 14.5.8.
- Upon acceptance of a complete application, the Planning and Zoning Administrator will review and determine approval or denial based on compliance to the Land Use Development Code and compliance with approval criteria.
- The Administrator will then transmit the survey to the Teton County Surveyor (or an approved agent), who will review it for accuracy and compliance with the Idaho State Code.
- If the Lot Split is approved, two (2) signed copies of the survey, one paper and one Mylar will need to be submitted for signature by the City.
- A Lot Split that is approved but not recorded within six (6) months from the date of approval is considered expired, and a new application shall be required.
Evaluation Criteria
- Conformance with Underlying Zone
- Buildable. The overall capability of the lots or parcels to safely accommodate development is improved or not diminished, particularly by providing needed land area for water supply and wastewater systems.
- No net increase in density. The acreage transferred from one parcel to another does not allow for increased density on the subject parcels.
- Adjustments between public and private land. The conveyance of a parcel from a public agency to a private party who owns land, which is contiguous to the conveyed public land, shall be treated as a boundary adjustment to the contiguous private land and not as the creation of a separate legal building lot.
FEE - $494.40
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
All items listed below are required to be submitted with the application unless otherwise noted or excepted by the administrator.
- WARRANTY DEED
- NOTARIZED AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM PROPERTY OWNER (If applicable)
- UNRECORDED DRAFT DEEDS
- ANY PLANS SPECIFIED IN THE PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE
- PROPOSED SURVEYED PLAT MAP THAT CONTAINS:
- Signature blocks for: the property owners (must be notarized), Planning Administrator, Mayor, City Clerk, Surveyor’s Certification, Certificate of Survey Review, Fire Marshal, and the Recorders Certification.
- Show the location of: Streets, Easements, Powerlines, Buildings, Structures, Water Courses, Floodplain, Substantial changes in vegetation, and water and sewer lines.
- Legend with a description for all line weights and symbols used
- All bearings and distances for all property lines. Include Basis of Bearing and CP&F Reference
- Map scale adequate to depict all adjusted lots (show Bar Scale)
- Vicinity Map, Date of survey, and North Arrow
- Legal access points shown or possibility for future County Road access permits established
- Property Descriptions – the new legal descriptions for each parcel
- All existing physical access points shown (check aerial photos)
- All known easements shown with their instrument numbers
- Certificate of Acceptance of Mortgagee, if applicable. MUST BE NOTARIZED
PLEASE NOTE: The Proposed survey must be accordance with the Land Use Development Code Article 13.1.9.
Review and Approval Process
The process for a Boundary Line Adjustment is outlined in the Land Development Code Art. 14.10.2.
- Upon acceptance of a complete application, the Planning and Zoning Administrator will review and determine approval or denial based on compliance to the Land Development Code and compliance with approval criteria.
- The Administrator will then provide the survey to the Teton County Surveyor (or an approved agent), who will review it for accuracy and compliance with the Idaho State Code.
- Upon approval of the Boundary Line Adjustment two (2) signed copies of the survey, one paper and one Mylar will need to be submitted for signature by the city along with a digital .dwg file of the survey.
- A Boundary Line Adjustment that is approved but not recorded within six (6) months from the date of approval is considered expired, and a new application is required.
Evaluation Criteria
- Conformance with Underlying Zone
- Buildable. The overall capability of the lots or parcels to safely accommodate development is improved or not diminished, particularly by providing needed land area for water supply and wastewater systems.
- No net increase in density. The acreage transferred from one parcel to another does not allow for increased density on the subject parcels.
- Adjustments between public and private land. The conveyance of a parcel from a public agency to a private party who owns land, which is contiguous to the conveyed public land, shall be treated as a boundary adjustment to the contiguous private land and not as the creation of a separate legal building lot.
FEE - $494.40
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
All items listed below are required to be submitted with the application unless otherwise noted or excepted by the administrator.
- Warranty Deed
- Letter of Authorization (if applicable)
- Copy of Condominium Bylaws;
- Copy of Certificate of Occupancy
- Condominium Declaration in conformance with Idaho Code 55-1505;
- Approval letter from Teton County Fire District;
- Acceptance letter from city for water and sewer hookups;
- Draft deeds (unrecorded) for each of the proposed new units that shall be created providing the Condominiumization is approved;
- All plans/studies/narratives identified during the Pre-Application Conference required for the Property Development Plan.
- Draft Plat Map, prepared by an Idaho licensed land surveyor, containing the following information:
- Signature / Certificate Blocks for the following: Property owner(s), Planning and Zoning Administrator, Mayor of the City of Victor, City Clerk, Surveyor’s Certificate, County Recorder’s Certificate
- Reference to the Recorded Bylaws instrument #
- North arrow, scale and date;
- Instrument Numbers for any plats previously recorded with the Teton County Clerk;
- The size of each existing unit shown in square feet, with legal descriptions, with legal descriptions,
- The boundary lines of the tract the building exists on;
- The location, widths and other dimensions of all existing or proposed: Streets; Easements (access, utility etc.); Power lines; Buildings, structures, or any other natural or man-made features, within, contiguous to, or in the general area of the property to be divided; Common Space; Utilities locations; sanitary sewers; sewer services; storm drains; water supply mains; water services; fire hydrants. - Elevation drawings for proposed buildings, and existing buildings, where applicable
- Any other information as requested by the Administrator to determine if the proposed variancemeets the intent and requirements of the Victor Development Ordinance.
Approval Criteria for a Condominiumization:
- Any proposed condominium shall comply with all applicable criteria and standards of the Cityregulations, conditions of approval established in the previous approval, and the developmentagreement approved as part of the previous approval.
- Condominiums shall not increase the number of lots, only create separate units.
- Condominiums shall not change the uses approved, or the location of where certain uses areapproved.
- Condominiums shall not increase or create new and potentially substantial direct or indirectimpacts on the neighborhood, vicinity of the subdivision or overall community.
- The structure must have a certificate of occupancy, or the approval of the Condominiumizationcan be conditioned on obtaining the Certificate of Occupancy
Condo Plat Process
See the Victor Municipal Code: Article 14.5.11.– Condominiumization
Condo Plat Fee $1662.00
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
All items listed below are required to be submitted with the application unless otherwise noted or excepted by the administrator.
- WARRANTY DEED
- NOTARIZED AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM PROPERTY OWNER (If applicable)
- ALL PLANS/STUDIES IDENTIFIED DURING PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
- INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION PLANS
- PROPOSED PLAT (PLAT MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH LDC Sec.13.1.8.)
- SITE PLAN THAT INCLUDES:
LOTS
OPEN SPACE
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (ROADS,SIDEWALKS, ETC) - DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (if required)
- CONDITIONS, COVENANTS, AND RESTRICTIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT (if applicable)
- NARRATIVE THAT INCLUDES DETAILS ON HOW THIS APPLICATION MEETS THE APPROVAL CRITERIA
- ANY OTHER INFORMATION REQUESTED BY THE ADMINISTRATOR TO DETERMINE IF THE PROPOSED APPLICATION MEET THE INTENT AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE VICTOR LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE.
- INSPECTION REPORTS FROM APPLICANT’S ENGINEER (if applicable)
SHORT PLAT PROCESS
The process for a Short Plat is outlined in the Land Use Development Code Art. 14.5.9.A.
- Upon determination of a complete application, the Administrator email service providers and Teton County for review and comments.
- Administrator will review the application and will schedule it for the next available Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing.
- The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing and review the application in accordance with the required approval criteria, and will then forwarded a recommendation to the City Council.
- The City Council will then hold a public meeting and review the application in accordance with the required approval criteria, and voting to approve, approve with modification, or deny the subdivision.
- Following approval from the Council, a Mylar copy of the Plat and all other required materials outlined above shall be submitted to the Planning Department prior to recording with the Teton County Clerk/Recorder.
Evaluation Criteria
The Approval Criteria for a Short Plat is outlined in the Land Use Development Code Art. 14.5.9.B.
- The proposed subdivision does not exceed 5 total lots;
- The subdivision does not require the extension of public utilities (other than individual service lines) or other municipal facilities and no substantial alteration of existing utility installations is involved;
- The subdivision does not require the dedication of public right-of-way.
- The subdivision does not require new public streets and each proposed lot fronts on an existing public street that contains the necessary right-of-way width.
- Each proposed lot meets all applicable requirements of this Code and no variance or waiver from a standard is requested.
- Recommendations of the Administrator, including recommendations from internal City departments and external agencies;
- Each proposed lot meets all applicable requirements of this Code, including Articles 9-13, applicable adopted plans, and policies.
SHORT PLAT FEE - $2,166.00
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
Information coming soon
VACATION OF ROW OR EASEMENT FEE: $1977.60
Appeals
Decisions of the City Council are final. Applicants or affected property owners shall have no more than 14 days after the written decision are delivered to request a reconsideration by the Council. If still not satisfied with a decision of the City Council, one may pursue appeals to District Court within 28 days of the written decision being delivered.
APPEAL FEE: $1,446.00
HELPFUL LINKS
Department Contact Information
Planning and Zoning Director
Kimberly Kolner
Assistant Planner
Jordan Hoehnen