(City of Pocatello Press Release, March 31, 2026)
The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will host a public hearing Wednesday, April 8, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 911 North 7th Avenue, to gather community input on a proposed Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment.
The amendment application was submitted by the City of Pocatello, represented by the Planning & Development Services Department. The request is regarding proposed changes to Title 17: Zoning Regulations.
The City of Pocatello is proposing updates to its zoning and land use regulations to improve clarity, consistency, and flexibility.
The amendments to Title 17 would simplify language, correct inconsistencies, and align with Idaho Code. Updates also clarify residential uses in commercial and downtown areas, adjust parking and building standards, and modernize home occupation rules.
Overall, the changes aim to make regulations easier to understand, reduce delays, and give property owners more flexibility while supporting thoughtful growth in the community.
Proposed amendments can be viewed at pocatello.gov/DocumentCenter/View/13425/-Proposed-Title-17-Code-Amendments-2026, by emailing planning@pocatello.gov, or by calling 208-234-6514. A staff report detailing the proposed amendment will be available the Monday prior to the hearing at pocatello.gov/AgendaCenter or in person at the Planning office.
All interested persons are invited to attend to express their views regarding this proposal. Oral testimony is limited to three (3) minutes per person. Written testimony up to two (2) pages may be submitted up to the start time of the meeting or to the Planning & Development Services Department, and written testimony of more than two (2) pages must be submitted no later than five (5) working days prior to the scheduled meeting date.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of the City of Pocatello to offer its public programs, services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. If you are disabled and require an accommodation, please contact Skyler Beebe with two (2) business days’ advance notice at sbeebe@pocatello.gov; 208.234.6248; or 5815 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho. Advance notification within this guideline will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.
