Processes related to Entitlements and Construction

This process is utilized when there are no changes proposed to the structure.  

This process is also utilized for new businesses or when businesses change ownership or the name of the business.

Every property in Garden City has a zoning classification. You may be surprised to discover that your property is zoned only for certain uses, but almost every city, large and small, pass zoning laws in an attempt to protect property values. Zoning improves a property’s value since property owners have some assurance of what may or may not be built through development or redevelopment in the neighborhood. For example, zoning laws may prevent you from operating a certain type of business on your property; but on the other hand it can also prevent others from opening a landfill facility on the lot next to your home.

This section provides information related to the process for demolition permits, including linked forms and anticipated fees.

Per the International Building Code, the Project Owner must designate the licensed architect or engineer who is the project's Registered Design Professional in Responsible Charge.  Please refer to this section to see if there are any exceptions that apply to your project.

Information regarding the floodplain can be found at this link: https://gardencityidaho.org/floodplain

Floodplain applications are found here: Floodplain Applications

This section provides information related to moving manufactured homes into a park.
If you wish to remove a home, please refer to the Demolition Permit Process. 

**If you wish to move a home onto a property that is not a part of a park, the home will need to be declared real property and meet the single family dwelling standards. 

To conduct business, you may need to acquire a variety of business licenses and permits. Click here for Garden City specific requirements.

Click here to begin the process to request a Legal Nonconforming Use (Grandfather Rights) Analysis for your property. 
Non-Confirming Rights Determination Handout

Information related to building permits for any non-residential structure (commercial, governmental, non-profit, mixed use, multi-family (apartments), etc..) 
Any changes to occupancy, alterations to an existing structure, or new construction requires a building permit. 

A Sign Permit is required in order to erect, alter, or reconstruct any sign; or any otherwise nonexempt sign that does not comply with the requirements of an exempt sign.

A variance is an exception to a required land use regulation.