The city of Boise is soliciting public input on its plan to revise its zoning code to permit a wider variety of housing options.

Per a press release on the city's website, Boise is requesting public input before revising its zoning code to allow for more housing construction in the increasingly costly city. Boise is evaluating potential changes to elements of its zoning code including building height limits and setbacks, parking requirements, and density.
Like other cities around the country, Boise is experiencing a sharp rise in housing costs and demand for housing that far outpaces existing supply and new construction, particularly when it comes to mid-density multifamily buildings known as "missing middle housing." Advocates of zoning reform (or 'upzoning' to increase allowable density) say amending outdated zoning codes is a crucial step toward building denser, more compact, more livable and sustainable cities.
'Our zoning code is outdated and confusing. It’s holding us back as we work to create affordable housing, which is needed by so many people across our city,' said Boise Mayor Lauren McLean. 'There’s no better group of people to help us in this process than Boiseans. Your opinions and ideas can help us make a plan that serves current and future residents best by not only expanding affordable housing, but also making our city look even better than it already does.'
Residents are encouraged to register and attend outreach events scheduled for both in person and online during February and March. The city expects to finish the Zoning Code Rewrite by this fall.
FULL STORY: Boise is Building a City with More Housing Options and is Looking for Your Input

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