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Building BoiseCity of Boise | Planning & Development Services

pds.cityofboise.org

April 2013Building Boise Together | Planning & Development Services defines a new mission

Development Trends | Quarterly report of building activity

Project Spotlight | 12th & River Senior Housing

Building Excellence Awards | Honoring projects that increase Boise’s sustainability, accessibility and safety.

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PDSNews

Building9. No Permit Required

Projects that don’t need a building permit.

10. Erosion Control Updates Required elements of an ESC plan; ESC plan writing training.

12. Building Division News Building Excellence Awards, electrical code collaborative, Building Team changes.

13. Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements Carbon Monoxide alarms must be installed outside each separate sleeping area.

Planning

7. Planning Updates New Citywide Design Guidelines, Neighborhood news, Zoning Ordinance update.

8. Transportation Project Update Pedestrian and bicycle planning, Whitewater Park Boulevard, Broadway bridge.

Housing & Community Development

14. Section 3 Business Registry Fostering local economic development, neighborhood economic improvement and individual self-sufficiency.

PDS News3. Building Boise Together

PDS has a new mission and a strong vision.

4. Development Trends Building permit values and development trends.

5. ePlanReview Training a Success Over 30 customers came to learn, ask questions and give feedback.

Table of ContentsBuilding Boise | April 2013

Project Spotlight6. 12th & River Senior Housing

Fifty-three units of affordable senior apartments.

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PDSNews

Building Boise TogetherThe City of Boise’s vision is clear: We want to make Boise the most livable city in the country.

Planning & Development Services (PDS) plays a sig-nificant role in this vision. We are a diverse depart-ment, comprised of three very different divisions; Building, Planning, and Housing & Community Development.

The City’s vision sets a clear strategic direction, and we want our mission to be equally clear. During the last 30 days, a team representing each PDS division began inventorying what we do, and reviewing how our responsibilities contribute to making the City’s vision a reality. The result of our team effort is our new mission: “Building Boise Together.”

• BuildingBuilding a community: We build our commu-nity by planning for the future development of our city; promoting safe and accessible housing and public services; and ensuring the City’s buildings are safe through plan review and inspection for code compliance.

• BoiseCovers who we are (City of Boise), where we’re working, and what we’re building.

• TogetherTeamwork is important to us. We’re working together as a department, as a City, and as a partner with citizens, neighborhoods, and community businesses/organizations/agencies to create a better future for Boise.

We want to connect with our community, and tell the story of how our department is helping make Boise the most livable city in the country. We hope that in this first issue of Building Boise, you’ll discover something new about the services we provide, find helpful information about our codes,

Building BoiseBuilding Boise is a quarterly publication of the Planning & Development Services department.

David H. BieterMayor

Derick O’NeillPlanning & Development Services Director

Deanna GutierrezEditor

Hal SimmonsPlanning Director

Jenifer GillilandBuilding Division Manager

Jim BirdsallHousing & Community Development Director

Jason BlaisBuilding Official

Scott SpjuteZoning Administrator

Boise City CouncilCouncil President Maryanne Jordan, Council Pro Tem David Eberle, Elaine Clegg, Lauren McLean, Ben Quintana, TJ Thomson

Subscribe to Building BoiseSubscribe at pds.cityofboise.org/newsletter.

Contact PDSpds.cityofboise.org | (208) 384-3830

Building Boise TogetherPlanning & Development Services

policies and processes, and learn more about the great projects we review and the partners that help us shape Boise’s future.

Derick O’NeillPlanning & Development Services [email protected]

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PDSNews

PDS Quarterly ReportReport Dates: January - March 2013

$ Total Permit Value

80% Increase2013: $92,197,0022012: $51,234,403

# Total Bldg Permits

18% Increase2013: 3,6172012: 3,062

$ Average Permit Value

62% January - March

2013: $155,2142012: $95,946

Customer Feedback

Micron’s Fab 50“Fab 50 was completed faster than any other Micron facility in the world due to the excep-tional collaboration of Micron’s design/engi-neering team and Boise City’s Planning & Devel-opment department, and has been docu-mented as the most cost effective fab as well.”

Paul Marcolina Micron Architect

$ Residential Value

13% Increase2013: $29,604,0632012: $26,091,450

# Residential Permits

9% Increase2013: 1232012: 113

$ Commercial Value

174% Increase2013: $57,432,0552012: $20,975,490

# Commercial Permits

27% Increase2013: 3982012: 314

Development TrendsJanuary - March 2013: During the first three months of 2013, PDS experienced a 5 year high in the number of permits and total value issued. More construction data is available at pds.cityofboise.org/construction.

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PDSNews Technology Updates

ePlanReview Training, Electronic Sign Review

ePlanReview Training FeedbackWe were pleased with the turnout at our recent ePlan-Review training session. Over 30 customers came to learn, ask questions and give feedback. Stephanie Cob-bley gave an overview of the ePlanReview process, and Alex DeYoung and Jim Toombs were on hand to answer technical questions.

We appreciated the chance to talk to our customers face-to-face. The Q & A session at the end of the presen-tation was beneficial. The group asked a lot of questions and gave us some constructive criticism and a “wish list” of features. When customers voiced frustrations, we had a chance to listen, take notes, and ask a lot of follow-up questions to make sure we understood their concerns.

These are a few issues that were identified.

• Approved Drawings Architects want the contractor to be responsible for downloading the approved the drawings.

• Naming Convention Requirements Our current file naming requirements make it difficult to keep drawings in order.

• Redundant Requirements Some applications make customers provide a copy of an approval letter that originated from us.

• Application Forms Customers want to let multiple people work on the same PDS Online electronic application; “bundled” pdf applications are frustrating.

• ePlanReview Overview Graphic The group thought our ePlanReview Overview Graphic was very helpful.

Some of the problems identified have easy fixes, and we’re already working on those issues. We’ll revisit some requirements and try to simplify the process, such as our naming convention requirements. Customers were also frustrated with a few issues that are beyond our control to fix. However, we will do a better job explain-ing those parts of the process since we know they cause confusion.

Free One-on-one TrainingWe offer free one-on-one training for customers submit-ting their first ePlanReview project. Documents must be in an electronic format and ready to submit. Contact Alex DeYoung ([email protected]) at 384-3802 to schedule an appointment.

Electronic Sign ReviewWe’re reviewing signs electronically in ePlanReview. After streamlining the application process, we have just two sign applications. The “Combined Sign” covers sign programs, billboard demolitions, interior mall signs and exterior signs; the “Miscellaneous Sign” covers tempo-rary, portable and special event signs.

Please note that specific permit requirements have not changed; we just request everything needed to create the necessary permits in one form. For example, a cus-tomer applying for an exterior monument sign would use the combined sign application, and we’d create the required CSN, BLD and ESC permits.

Over 45% of the signs submitted between March 13 and April 3 were electronic.

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ProjectSpotlight 12th & River Senior Housing

Fifty-three Units of Senior Rental Housing

12th & River Senior ApartmentsMercy Housing Northwest – Idaho, Inc., a not-for-profit affordable housing provider, recently opened fifty-three units of senior rental housing. The 12th & River Senior Housing project was funded in part by a $590,000 award from the HOME Investment Partner-ships Program, which is administered by the City of Boise’s Housing & Community Development division.

The project is Mercy Housing’s first development in Boise, and the first new multi-family development dedicated to senior citizens in more than two years. Adjacent to the redeveloped Pioneer Corridor Path, the project will further contribute to the area’s urban renewal enhancements. It is close to downtown Boise with easy access to the Greenbelt, a walking and bike path that runs along the Boise River.

12th & River has been defined by LEED certification and a commitment to quality environmental con-servation. The property features a business center, a large community room and will offer a variety of resident services and activities.

Project Information• Address

514 S. 12th Street

• Owner Boise Senior 202 Owner LP

• Architect James Glancey, Glancey Rockwell & Associates

• General Contractor Scott Hedrick Construction

• PDS Permits BLD11-00179, DRH10-00302

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Planning Division Planning & Zoning

Planning Team Updates

Neighborhood News• Warm Springs Mesa

Warm Springs Mesa completed their first neigh-borhood plan and will request adoption by Boise City. The document details the neighborhood’s goals for land use, environmental stewardship, transportation, and other topics.

• Neighborhood Meeting ResourcesLooking for programs for your neighborhood meeting? Contact Kathleen Lacey, Boise’s Neigh-borhood Coordinator. She can provide informa-tion or speakers on Neighborhood Reinvestment Grants, neighborhood planning, recreation, solid waste and transportation. Call her at 384-3830.

• Lusk Street Area Master PlanThe Lusk Street Area Master Plan project is under-way. This area is located between Ann Morrison Park and Boise State University on the west side of Capitol Boulevard. A steering committee repre-senting area businesses and property owners has developed draft goals and street designs for this redeveloping area. pds.cityofboise.org/Lusk.

Say GoodbyePatricia NilssonComprehensive Planning manager Patricia Nilsson has accepted a job with Canyon County as the director of their Development Services Department.

Zoning Ordinance UpdateZoning Ordinance UpdateThe Planning Team is proud to announce the approval of an entirely new format for the Zoning Ordinance. While the content and regulations have not changed, the ordinance has been re-organized to be more user friendly. This reorganization was the first step of a comprehensive update to a number of development regulations and standards.

Zoning Standards Update ProjectThis year we’ll begin updating the standards related to planned residential developments, multi-family projects, and zoning along major corridors and activ-ity centers. We are looking for individuals willing to participate in the project, which will guide innovative development in our City for years to come. Contact Hal Simmons at 384-3830 for more information.

Citywide Design GuidelinesThe Boise City Council has adopted the new Citywide Design Guide-lines by resolution and ordinance. They are effective May 1, 2013.

While the zoning code covers al-lowed land uses and development intensity, the design guidelines address the building location and

orientation, internal circulation, site design elements, building design and landscaping of development.

We’d like to thank the subcommittee members who helped draft this landmark document:

• Doug Cooper – McKibben + Cooper, Architects

• Ty Morrison – Planning & Zoning Commission

• Tom Zabala – ZGA Architects

• Andy Erstad – Erstad Architects

• Peter Oliver – Thornton Oliver Keller

• Hillary Soltman - First American Title & Escrow

• Jim Glancey – Glancey Rockwell Architects

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Planning Division

Transportation ProjectsPedestrian and Bicycle Planning• ACHD is preparing pedestrian and bicycle plans

for Southeast Boise and the West Bench. They held public meetings in March to solicit informa-tion on resident’s safety concerns and desired facilities. The plans will be completed in the fall.

• Information: www.achdidaho.org/Projects/ PublicProject.aspx?ProjectID=235

Whitewater Park Boulevard• The Ada County Highway District began construc-

tion of a new arterial roadway between State Street and Fairview Avenue. Formerly known as the 30th Street Extension, the road was renamed “Whitewater Park Boulevard” as it will serve as the primary access to Esther Simplot Park. The new roadway is scheduled to open in October.

• Information: www.achdidaho.org/Projects/ PublicProject.aspx?ProjectID=87

Broadway Bridge• The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will

replace the Broadway Bridge in 2015. ITD recently met with businesses, neighborhoods, residents, and other stakeholders to describe the elements of the new bridge’s design and solicit desired fea-tures. Workshops will be held again in the coming months as more detailed designs are prepared.

• The project includes the removal and construc-tion of a new bridge, widening and repaving Broadway Avenue between University Drive and Myrtle Street, repaving Broadway Avenue be-tween Myrtle Street and Front Street, improving the Greenbelt pathway near the bridge, and im-proving traffic flow and pedestrian/bicycle safety on Broadway. The total project cost is $16 million.

• Information: itd.idaho.gov/projects/d3/ BroadwayBridgeReplacement/default.asp

Transportation ProjectsTransportation Planning Information

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Building Division No Permit Required

Projects Exempt from Building Permits

Spring Cleanup and Home Improvement ProjectsDoes your project require a permit?Spring is here! Longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures usually mean it’s time to start working on home and yard maintenance after the long winter.

Minor home maintenance projects like painting, roof and fence repair do not require building permits. Major improvements are subject to adopted building code provisions and require the applicable building permits and inspections. Examples of projects need-ing permits include additions, interior remodels or constructing new large outbuildings.

Some projects don’t need building permits but may require zoning approval, such as new fencing or decks and patios greater than 12 inches above grade. Exterior improvements on homes within Historic Districts also need approval.

Exempt ProjectsBoise’s Building Code exempts many activities from permit and inspection requirements. For informa-tion about specific permit requirements, contact the Building Division at 384-3802.

These projects do not require a building permit, per Boise City Code Section 4-02-53:

• One-story detached accessory structures, provided the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet.

• Fences not over 6 feet high.

• Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet high, measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge.

• Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.

• Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not over any basement or story below.

• Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.

• Pre-fabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep.

• Swings and other playground equipment accessory to a one- or two-family dwelling.

• Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.

• Work with a total value of five hundred dollars ($500.00) or less.

• Solar photovoltaic panels installed per the manufacture’s specifications.

• Decks that are not more than 12 inches above grade at any point and do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.4.

Cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work do not require a building permit.

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Building Division Successful ESC Plans

Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) Plan Requirements

Required Elements of an ESC PlanWe’re seeing more ESC plans submitted without all of the required elements. It is extremely important that your plan provide the following information:

1. Conduct a Site Assessment: This is the most important part of developing an ESC plan!

2. Tailor the Plan to the Site: While templates are a useful tool when writing a plan, remember they must be tailored for each site.

3. Use Adequate Stabilization Measures. Stabiliza-tion measures are always required on all inactive portions of your site, whether or not the inactivity is temporary or permanent.

4. Not All BMPs are Created Equal: Site conditions such as slope, season, soil type and the area’s de-sired use should be considered when selecting a BMP. For example, hydraulically applied mulch and seed isn’t an effective BMP for areas designed to hold or convey water unless you wait for the vegetation to grow in. Another example, the posts for silt fence are typically installed a maxi-mum of 10 feet apart; in steeper areas or areas with higher runoff, the posts need to be closer.

5. Include BMP Details: Installation details for all proposed BMPs such as a silt fence, straw wattles, construction entrance, washout pit or sediment basins must be included on the plan.

6. Responsible Person Knows the Plan: Since the Responsible Person implements the plan and makes sure it’s effective, they need to read the plan after it is approved. The approved stamped copy should also be available in the field.

7. Realistic Design. The plan should be a tool that makes compliance easy for the contractor! It is imperative the contractor/owner relay their pre-ferred construction methodologies and anticipat-ed variables to the plan designer. A plan that isn’t

ESC Writing Training Opportunities• City of Boise Plan Designer

April 24 | 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.CWI Workforce Development Registration: Call (208) 562-3000

• Designing and Reviewing Effective Sediment and Erosion Control Plans (Advanced Level)April 24 - May 31 Six part online lecture with interactive Q & A.Forester UniversityRegistration: ForesterUniversity.net

• SWPPP & ESCP for Local Entities/Project Owners (Free!)May 2 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Idaho Technology Transfer CenterRegistration: www.idahot2.org

If you do not have an account, click the “Request Login” link below the “Login” button on the left. View available classes on the training calendar or go to “Your Info” on the left navigation bar. 

• SWPPP & ESCP for Transportation Project DesignersMay 2 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.Idaho Technology Transfer CenterRegistration: www.idahot2.orgSee directions above.Continued on page 11

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Building Division Building Division Updates

2012 Code Adoption

designed for the anticipated conditions may re-sult in delays to the schedule, re-design, or even a stop work order.

8. No Discrepancies: The total disturbance area listed on both the application and the plan must match up.

9. NPDES Regulation: On projects that disturb one or more acres, and small lots located in a common development plan when the total disturbance for the development is greater than an acre (i.e. each builder in a subdivision), the plans must indicate if the project is subject to NPDES regulation and notify the contractor if an NOI is required.

10. ESC Plan vs. SWPPP: An ESC Plan cannot be used as a SWPPP. If you have to submit an NOI to ob-tain federal NPDES coverage, a full blown SWPPP is required. The City-required ESC Plan is only part of the SWPPP. Since the City of Boise is not a quali-fied local program, your ESC Plan does not neces-sarily comply with EPA requirements.

11. References Current EPA Permit: The latest and greatest Construction General Permit was issued in 2012. If your site falls under EPA jurisdiction, it should to be up to date with the new permit.

12. Map Shows Required Elements: The plan map must show all of the following:

a. North arrow and scaleb. Property boundary and easementsc. Location of BMPsd. Key to symbolse. Discharge locations and drainage patternsf. Adjacent surface waters and wetlandsg. Areas of soil disturbanceh. Areas of existing vegetationi. Areas for new structures/improvementsj. BMP installation details

Continued from page 10

ESC Plan Elements

2012 Code AdoptionOn track for January 2014 Adoption

• The 2012 International Building Code and the 2012 International Existing Building Code are on track for local jurisdictions to be able to adopt by January 1, 2014. These codes have nearly completed the negotiated rule making process progressing through the State of Idaho Building Code Board and the assigned committee in the State Legislature. When the State Legislature ap-proves all pending rules and adjourns, the pro-cess will be complete. Local jurisdictions will than initiate their code adoption process.

• The ability for jurisdictions to adopt the 2012 International Residential Code and the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code has been delayed by one year. These codes are currently being debated through a Code Collaborative, a stakeholder subcommittee assigned by the State of Idaho Building Code Board, and will be proceeding through the negotiated rule making process this year and into early 2014.

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Building Division Building Division News

Building Team Updates

Say HelloAdele Schaffeld-GriffinAdele Schaffeld-Griffin joined our Building division team as a Plans Examiner II. Adele was most recently employed as a Plans Examiner II with the City of Caldwell and also worked

as a plans examiner for Douglas County in Roseburg, Oregon.

Adele has numerous International Code Council inspector and plans examiner certifications in the various codes and completed the Building Inspection Technology coursework at Chemeketa College in Oregon.

Say GoodbyeStephanie CobbleyFire Alarm plan reviewer Stephanie Cobbley has accepted a position with Power Engineers. She will continue to work for the City part time through mid-May.

We’re sorry to see her go, especially after she gave such a great presentation at our ePlanReview training session in March!

Gay RunyonGay Runyon, who was part of the Building Department for nearly 40 years, passed away in February.

When she started working for the City of Boise in 1969, City Hall was

at 6th and Bannock, Jay Amyx was Mayor and Boise’s population hovered around 70,000. Gay worked under six different mayors and saw Boise’s population nearly triple.

Gay counted her time with the City of Boise as one of her great accomplishments. She was a loyal employ-ee, and she is missed.

Boise’s Building Excellence AwardsThe Building Excellence Awards honor projects that increase the sustainability, accessibility and safety of Boise’s buildings.

Join us at the award ceremony at the BOMA Boise luncheon on May 15, 2013. Contact BOMA at 377-5775 or [email protected] for ticket information.

Electrical Code CollaborativeThe City of Boise has joined a newly formed Electrical Code Collaborative. The group includes builders, electrical contractors, electrical inspec-tors, listing agencies, as well as representatives from NFPA, NEMA, the State Board, the State of Idaho and Twin Falls.

The group’s goal is to reach a consensus on a proposal to the Electrical Code Board on amend-ments to the 2014 National Electric Code. Issues to be discussed include requirements forArc Fault breakers and receptacles, GFCI for dishwashers, and more receptacles in entry corridors for resi-dential.

The collaborative welcomes all comments. If you have concerns with the 2014 code adoption, please contact Doug Poedy, Electrical Inspection Supervisor at (208) 447-7209.

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Building Division Building Division Updates

Plumbing, Mechanical and Fire Plan Review Updates

Carbon Monoxide Alarms in Existing ResidencesThe 2009 Int’l Residential Code requires carbon mon-oxide alarms to be installed in new residential con-struction. There is confusion about whether they’re required when fuel-fire appliances are installed or replaced by mechanical or plumbing contractors.

Two different code sections apply to this situation:

Carbon Monoxide AlarmsR315.1 Carbon Monoxide Alarms: For new construc-tion, an approved carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms in dwelling units within which fuel-fired appliances are installed and in dwelling units that have attached garages.

Existing DwellingsR315.2 Where required in existing dwellings: Where work requiring a permit occurs in existing dwellings that have attached garages or in existing dwellings within which fuel-fired appliances exist, carbon mon-oxide alarms shall be provided in accordance with Section R315.1.

Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors: Don’t forget that a carbon monoxide alarm is required when you install a fuel-fired appliance in an existing residence.

Per Section 315.1, alarms must be installed outside each separate sleeping area, in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. An alarm must be installed if there are three bedrooms in one area. If additional bed-rooms are located in other areas, those locations also

need an alarm. The code also requires that alarms are listed to UL 2034 and installed per manufacturers’ installation instructions.

These requirements pertain to appliances installed in either the residence or an attached garage.

Carbon Monoxide alarms must be in-stalled outside each separate sleeping area.

High Piled StorageIn all buildings, a Fire Department operational permit is required when any portion of the building has high-piled combustible over 500 square feet area. The Fire Department will verify that the current building design is sufficient to accommodate this new hazard in regards to fire protection, building ventilation, and building access for firefighting purposes.

What is High Piled Storage?High Piled Storage is defined as the storage of combustible materials in closely packed piles or combustible materials on pallets, in racks or on shelves where the top of storage is greater than 12 feet in height. Or, when certain high-hazard commodities, such as rubber tires, Group “A” plastics, flammable liquids, idle pallets and similar commodities, where the top of storage is greater than 6 feet in height.

What if there’s no Building permit?In existing buildings where the tenant has a current Certificate of Occupancy and there will be no building permit associated with the new storage arrangement (ie; piled storage without racks), building owners or tenants must contact the Boise Fire Dept. for approval and permitting of High Piled Storage. Contact Boise Fire Dept. at (208) 570-6500 or stop by City Hall West, located at 333 Mark Stall Place, for more infor-mation.

If a building permit is associated with the new storage, the High Piled Storage application is re-viewed concurrently with the associated build-ing permit by the PDS Fire Plan Review Division.

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HCD Division Section 3 Business Registry

Requirements for HUD-Assisted Projects

Registering Section 3 BusinessesThe Housing & Community Development Division (HCD) is looking for businesses to include on a pre-qualified registry for Section 3.

What is Section 3?Section 3 is a provision of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, which helps foster local economic development, neighborhood economic improvement, and individual self-sufficiency.

Recipients of certain U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) financial assistance must provide job training, employment, and contracting opportunities for low- or very low-income residents in connection with projects and activities within their neighborhoods.

We encourage individuals or firms wishing to bid on future projects financed with federal HUD funds and other City funding to respond. Companies or individ-uals suspended or debarred from working on govern-ment contracts/subcontracts cannot be considered for this registry.

Section 3 also provides opportunities for qualified, low-income business owners to receive preference in bidding on HUD-funded contracts.

A Section 3 business is:

• Owned by fifty-one percent (51%) or more Section 3 residents;

• Employs Section 3 residents as thirty percent (30%) of its full-time, permanent staff; or

• HUD YouthBuild programs in Boise which Section 3 covered assistance is expended.

More InformationA more detailed explanation of Section 3, including how to qualify and register, is available online at hcd.cityofboise.org or www.hud.gov.

• Housing & Community Development Phone: (208) 384-4158; TTY (800) 377-3529

Section 3 Income GuidelinesSection 3 residents are households earning at or below the following income guidelines:

Household Size Annual Gross Income•1Person •$33,600

•2Person •$38,400

•3Person •$43,200

•4Person •$48,000

•5Person •$51,850

•6Person •$55,700

•7Person •$59,550

•8Person •$63,400

Section 3 Fosters local economic development, neighborhood economic improvement and individual self-sufficiency.