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Findings - CC - 2026 - FPUD-2025-08 & FP-2025-16 - Final development plan and final plat for Torrente Secco Sub No. 4.BEFORE THE EAGLE CITY COUNCIL IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION FOR A FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND FINAL PLAT FOR TORRENTE SECCO SUBDIVISION NO.4 FOR TOLL SOUTHWEST, LLC FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW CASE NUMBER FPUD-2025-08 & FP-2025-16 The above -entitled final development plan and final plat applications came Council for their action on April 14, 2026. The Council having heard and testimony, and having duly considered the matter, makes the following Conclusions of Law: FINDINGS OF FACT: A. PROJECT SUMMARY: before the Eagle City taken oral and written Findings of Fact and Toll Southwest, LLC, represented by Becky McKay with Engineering Solutions, LLP, is requesting final development plan and final plat approvals for Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4, a 48-lot (44-buildable, 4-common), residential subdivision. The 12.83-acre site is located along the east side of North Palmer Lane, approximately 1,151-feet from the intersection of West Beacon Light Road and North Palmer Lane. B. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL DATE: The applications for this item were received by the City of Eagle on September 4, 2025. A revised final plat was received by the City of Eagle on March 25, 2026. C. HISTORY: On September 11, 2007, the City Council approved an annexation and rezone from RUT (Rural - Urban Transition — Ada County designation) to MU-DA (Mixed Use with a development agreement), R-2-DA (Residential with a development agreement) (not a part of this site), and R-4- DA (Residential with a development agreement) for Hormaechea LTD Partnership (A-2007-08/RZ- 2007-10). On December 13, 2007, the executed development agreement associated with the rezone was recorded (Ada County instrument #107164794). On October 8, 2019, the City Council denied development agreement modification, conditional use permit, preliminary development plan, and preliminary plat applications associated with the subject site (RZ-2007-10 MOD/CU-2019-01/PPUD-2019-01/PP-2019-01). On May 9, 2023, the City Council approved conditional use permit, preliminary development plan, and preliminary plat applications for Torrente Secco Subdivision, a 659-lot (613-residential [391- single family, 222-single-family attached], 6-commercial, 39-common, and 1-elementary school site) mixed use planned unit development(CU-2021-01/PPUD-2021-01/PP-2021-21). On June 11, 2024, the City Council approved a design review application for the common area landscaping within Torrente Secco Subdivision (DR-2024-14). On June 11, 2024, the City Council approved a design review application for two subdivision entry features and monument signs for Torrente Secco Subdivision (DR-2024-15). Page 1 of 7 K:\Planning DeptTagle Applications\Subdivisions\Torrente Secco\11-Torrente Secco No. 4 - FPUD,FP\03-Working Files\01-City Council\Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4-Findings CC.doc On November 12, 2024, the City Council approved final development plan and final plat applications for Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 1, a 53-lot (42-buildable, I I -common) residential planned unit development (FPUD-2024-09/FP-2024-14). On March 31, 2025, the City Council approved a design review application to modify the common area landscaping within Torrente Secco Subdivision (Phase 1, 1A, 2, 2A, and 8 — formerly known as Phases 1-5) (DR-2024-14-MOD). On June 10, 2025, the City Council approved final development plan and final plat applications for Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 2, a 64-lot (49-buildable, 15-common) residential planned unit development (FPUD-2025-01/FP-2025-02). On September 23, 2025, the City Council approved final development plan and final plat applications for Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 3, a 36-lot (27-buildable, 9-common) residential planned unit development (FPUD-2025-05/FP-2025-13). On January 27, 2026, the City Council approved modifications to the conditional use permit, preliminary development plan, and preliminary plat for Torrente Secco Subdivision to be a 637-lot (59 1 -residential [499-single-family detached, 92-single-family attached/duets], 6-commercial, 75-common, and 1-elementary school site) mixed use planned unit development (CUP-2021-01-MOD 1 /PPUD-2021-01-MOD 1 /PP-2021-02-MOD 1 /PP-2021-02-MOD 1). D. PRELIMINARY PUD/PLAT FINDINGS: City Council Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law dated May 9, 2018, and January 27, 2026, are incorporated herein by reference. E. FINDINGS OF FACT REQUIRED BY EAGLE CITY CODE SECTION 8-6-6-3 (B): The Council shall find that the facts submitted with the application and presented to them establish that: 1. The ordinance and standards used in evaluating the application; 2. The facts submitted with the application and presented to them establish that: a. The proposed development can be initiated within one year of the date of approval; b. Each individual phase of the development, as well as the total development, can exist as an independent phase capable of creating an environment of sustained desirability and stability or that adequate assurance will be provided that such objective will be attained and the uses proposed will not be detrimental to present and potential surrounding uses, but will have a beneficial effect which would not be achieved under standard district regulations; c. The streets and thoroughfares proposed are suitable and adequate to carry anticipated traffic, and increased densities will not generate traffic in such amounts as to overload the street network outside the PUD; d. Any proposed commercial development can be justified at the locations proposed; e. Any exception from standard district requirements is warranted by the design and other amenities incorporated in the final development plan, in accordance with the PUD and the adopted policy of the council; f. The area surrounding said development can be planned and zoned in coordination and substantial compatibility with the proposed development; g. The PUD is in general conformance with the comprehensive plan; and Page 2 of 7 KAPlanning DeptTagle Applications\Subdivisions\Torrente Secco\11-Torrente Secco No. 4 - FPUD,FP\03-Working Files\01-City Council\Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4-Findings CC.doc h. The existing and proposed utility services are adequate for the population densities and nonresidential uses proposed; 3. The actions, if any, that the applicant could take to obtain a permit. THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVED AND REVIEWED THE FOLLOWING STAFF ANALYSIS PROVIDED WITHIN THE STAFF REPORT AND ADOPTS THE STAFF REPORT AS PART OF THE CITY COUNCIL'S FINDINGS OF FACT: The City Engineer and Planning staff have reviewed the final development plan and final plat. The final development plan and final plat show that there have been no significant changes from the preliminary development plan and preliminary plat. The final development plan and final plat are in substantial compliance with the preliminary development plan and preliminary plat with the conditions recommended herein. REVIEW BY THE COUNCIL: A review by the City Council was completed on April 14, 2026. The Council made their decision at that time. The minutes are incorporated herein by reference. COUNCIL DECISION: The Council voted 4 to 0 to approve FPUD-2025-08 & FP-2025-16 for a final development plan and final plat for Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4 with the following site specific conditions of approval: SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Comply with all requirements of the City Engineer. 2. Comply with all applicable requirements of A-2007-08, RZ-2007-10, CU-2021-01, PPUD-202 1 -0 1, PP-2021-01 and all subsequent modifications thereof. 3. Comply with all applicable requirements of DR-2024-14 and DR-2024-15 and all subsequent modifications thereof. 4. The applicant shall submit payment to the City for all engineering and legal fees incurred for reviewing this project, prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat and/or upon receipt of an invoice by the City, whichever occurs first. Page 3 of 7 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Subdivisions\Torrente Secco\I 1-Torrente Secco No. 4 - FPUD,FP\03-Working Files\01-City Council\Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4-Findings CC.doc 5. The following setbacks and lot coverage requirements shall apply: Single Family Detached Lots 4,600-square feet to 7,999-square feet (Lots 19, 20, 22, & 27-40, Block 1; Lots 3, 4, & 6, Block 4; Lots 3-13, Block 21; and Lots 2 & 3, Block 22) Front Setback 20-feet (living) 31-feet (front -load garage) 20-feet (side -entry garage) Rear Setback 25-feet Interior Side Setback 5-feet (single or two-story) Street Side 20-feet Maximum Lot Coverage 50% Single Family Detached Lots 8,000-square feet to 16,999-square feet (Lots 21 & 23-26, Block 1; Lots 5 & 7-10. Block 4) Front Setback 20-feet (living) 31-feet (front -load garage) 34-feet (front -load garage where the sidewalk is 8-feet in width 20-feet (side -entry garage) Rear Setback 25-feet Interior Side Setback 7.5-feet (additional 5-feet per story) Street Side 20-feet Maximum Lot Coverage 40% Bonus rooms above garages shall not be considered a second story. All common area improvements within Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4 as specified on the approved landscape plan (DR-2024-14 & DR-2024-14 MOD) shall be completed or a surety shall be provided as required by Eagle City Code prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat. The developer shall provide 2-inch minimum caliper shade -class trees as shown on the approved landscape plan. Prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat, the applicant shall either install the required trees, sod, and irrigation or provide the City with a letter of credit for 150% of the cost of the installation of all landscape and irrigation improvements. Trees shall be installed prior to obtaining any occupancy permits for the homes. A temporary occupancy may be issued if weather does not permit landscaping. Partial reduction of the surety may be permitted for any portion of the development that is completed, including street trees that have been installed. On -going surety for street trees for all undeveloped portions of the development will be required through project completion. 8. At the time of providing surety information the applicant shall provide a schedule that depicts the timing for completion of the required improvements. The applicant shall not construct any required improvements, including storm drainage or roadway facilities, until the City has received a copy of the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) stamped and approved final engineering construction drawings. Upon receipt of the ACHD approved construction drawings and confirmation by the City Engineer that they comply with the City approved construction drawings, the City will issue a "notice to proceed with construction" to the applicant's designated representative. 10. Provide an approval letter for construction of sewer improvements from Eagle Sewer District, prior to the issuance of a "notice to proceed with construction" letter to the project engineer. Page 4 of 7 K:\Planning Dept\Eagle Applications\Subdivisions\Torrente Secco\1 l-Torrente Secco No. 4 - FPUD,FP\03-Working Files\01-City Council\Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4-Findings CC.doc 11. The applicant shall provide an approval letter from the City of Eagle Municipal Water Department prior to the issuance of a "notice to proceed with construction" letter to the project engineer. 12. Provide an approval letter for completion of sewer improvements from Eagle Sewer District, prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat. 13. The applicant shall provide a Certificate of Completion of the municipal water system improvements from the City of Eagle Municipal Water Department, or a surety shall be provided as required by Eagle City Code prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat. 14. Prior to installation of the municipal fiber-optic conduit lines, the applicant shall provide an approval letter from the City of Eagle Fiber Department prior to the issuance of a "notice to proceed with construction" letter to the project engineer. Upon completion of the installation of the municipal fiber-optic conduit lines, the applicant shall provide GIS coordinates of the locations of the municipal fiber-optic conduit lines. The municipal fiber-optic conduit lines shall be installed, GIS coordinates provided, and the fiber-optic conduit lines shall be dedicated to the City prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat. 15. The applicant shall provide a license agreement from ACHD approving the landscaping and entry structure located within the public rights -of way -abutting and within this site, prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat. 16. Provide a digital copy of the subdivision records drawings prior to the issuance of building permits. 17. Provide an approval letter for the requirements of all drainage districts and irrigation districts prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat. 18. The applicant shall install at the entrances to Torrente Secco No. 4 Subdivision, 4'x 4' plywood or other hard surface signs (mounted on two 4"x 4" posts with the bottom of the signs being a minimum of 3-feet above the ground) noticing the contractors to clean up daily, no loud music, and no dogs off leash. 19. Construction fencing shall be installed to protect all trees that are to be preserved on the site, prior to the commencement of any construction. No activity whatsoever shall take place within the dripline of the trees. 20. The applicant shall take care to locate and protect from damage existing utilities, pipelines and similar structures. Documentation indicating that "Digline" has performed an inspection of the site shall be submitted prior to the issuance of any building permits for the site. 21. All overhead utilities serving the site shall be located underground. 22. Provide a digital copy of the recorded CC&Rs for the subdivision and a digital copy of the recorded final plat of Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4, prior to the issuance of any building permits. 23. The applicant shall provide a construction site dust control mitigation plan to be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a "Notice to Proceed" with construction letter. 24. The applicant shall include the instrument number for all recorded pathway easements on the final plat prior to recordation. Page 5 of 7 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Subdivisions\Torrente Secco\1I-Torrente Secco No. 4 - FPUD,FP\03-Working Files\01-City Council\Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4-Findings CC.doc 25. Owner shall provide a "Heavy Truck Traffic Plan" to be followed by any vehicle, machinery, or equipment weighing 25,000 pounds or more, as measured by the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The submitted plan shall: ■ Graphically show all proposed designated route(s) in which heavy truck traffic is permitted to utilize. ■ State the days and hours in which heavy truck traffic is permitted to utilize the designated route(s). ■ Maximize the use of highways and principal arterials while minimizing the use of local residential streets. ■ State that compression braking is prohibited everywhere in Ada County. ■ Include certification that the Owner understands that they are responsible for continually communicating the approved plan to all sub -contractors and for monitoring compliance. The Heavy Truck Traffic Plan shall be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a Notice to Proceed (NTP) with Construction letter by the City. 26. Any stub street which is expected to be extended in the future shall be provided with a sign generally stating that, "This Street is to be extended in the future". 27. The owner, together with the City of Eagle, shall execute a Conservation and Education Program (CEP) Funding Plan. The Funding Plan shall be included as a separate, independent Assessment within the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) associated with Torrente Secco Subdivision and shall require the Homeowner's Association to collect $5.00 per lot, per month. The CC&Rs shall clearly define the CEP assessment within the Assessments section of the CC&Rs, state that any amendment to this Declaration removing or changing the CEP Assessment in any way must also be approved in writing by the City of Eagle within the "Terms and Amendments" section of the CC&Rs, acknowledge that the development of the Project has contributed to the reduction of natural habitat and open space, and that the purpose of the CEP Assessment is to promote the recreation, health, safety, and welfare of the Members by funding conservation and/or management of natural or cultural resources, or conservation -based education and outreach programs. Funds collected from the CEP Assessment shall be delivered to the City of Eagle annually and deposited in a dedicated fund exclusively for the Conservation Education Program and as approved by the City Council. The CEP Funding Plan shall be executed by the Owner and the City prior to the City Clerk signing the final plat. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW: A. In accordance Eagle City Code Section 8-6-6-3(B), the Council finds that the facts submitted with the application and presented to the Council, with the conditions herein, establish that: 1. This development will be initiated within one year of the date of final plat approval; 2. This phase of the development, as conditioned herein, will be capable of creating an environment of sustained desirability and stability and will have a beneficial effect on present and potential surrounding uses, because the intensity and scale of the development, with the required site improvements and improvements to North Palmer Lane, is in harmony with surrounding development; and adequate assurance that the development will attain such objectives is provided by the final development plan, pursuant to the conditions herein; Page 6 of 7 KAPlanning Dept\Eagle Applications\Subdivisions\Torrente Secco\l l-Torrente Secco No. 4 - FPUD,FP\03-Working Files\01-City Council\Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4-Findings CC.doc The streets and thoroughfares to be constructed are suitable and adequate to carry anticipated traffic, and increased densities will not generate traffic in such amounts as to overload the street network outside the PUD, since the development has been evaluated and conditioned by the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) and the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), and because the developer has entered into a Transportation Mitigation Agreement (TMA) with ITD; 4. No commercial development is proposed within this phase of development; 5. Any exception from standard district requirements is warranted by the design and other amenities incorporated in the final development plan, because the varied lot sizes, setbacks, and other dimensional regulations, as specifically approved by the City Council, are consistent with the intended range for densities associated with the Neighborhood Residential Future Land Use Designation within the Comprehensive Plan; and because the sidewalks and pathways will connect future residents of this phase of the development to the primary open space amenities, as well as to the non-residential uses, of the overall development in accordance with the PUD; 6. The area surrounding Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4 can be planned and zoned in coordination and substantial compatibility with the proposed development, since the development is subject to a development agreement which includes the adjacent land to the north, east and south, and because the required improvements to North Palmer Lane will improve the transportation corridor to the benefit of future development in the area and provide a buffer for theplanned residential area within the subject site; 7. The PUD is in general conformance with the Comprehensive Plan, because the approved density, pathway connectivity, and improvement to the local roads within this phase of the development is consistent with the Neighborhood Residential Future Land Use Designation and the objectives of residential development within the Village Planning Area; and 8. The existing and required utility services are adequate for the approved population density as noted by the agencies that will serve the development, and any additional infrastructure which is required will be provided at the expense of the developer. * In accordance with Idaho Code Section 67-6521, a Notice to Proceed with Construction letter will be provided upon the completion of the conditions of approval following the 14-day appeal period. DATED this 281 day of April 2026. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EAGLE Ada County, Idaho Brad Pike, Mayor l/ ��,,��������►o�,,� ATTEST: ' ��: �•Q O R A 7, C�• '* •U i • Tracy E. orn, Eagle City Clerk STATI •nW Page 7 of 7 KAPlanning DeptTagle Applications\Subdivisions\Totrente Secco\1 I-Torrente Secco No. 4 - FPUD,FP\03-Working Files\01-City Council\Torrente Secco Subdivision No. 4-Findings CC.doc