FAQ's

1. Can the property be subdivided?

The zoning is RR (rural residential) which requires a minimum lot size of 10 acres.  Theoretically, Currant Creek could be subdivided into two lots but there are many challenges.  An “administrative split” is not available so a subdivision plat would have to be filed. That process would entail engineering expenses, negotiation of the Ada County plat approval process, special Ada County Highway District impact fees (applicable to all new lots in Dry Creek Valley) and, potentially, a requirement for paving a portion of McFarland Creek Rd.  The configuration of the property would make it difficult to locate two home sites, each on 10 acres, with access to a legally acceptable location for their respective septic systems.

2. Is the property irrigated?

There are no irrigation water rights.  Idaho law allows a homeowner to irrigate ½ acre from a domestic well.

3. Are there other potential home sites where a site-built home could be located?

There is an elevated knoll due north of the house which would make a lovely home site.  The manufactured home was placed in its current location because we had intended to build a home on the knoll.  The site improvements (power, well, road, septic) were located so as to be conveniently accessible from the knoll.  A home in that location would have a more intimate view of the big rock formation to the north and more elevated views up and down Currant Creek valley.  The drawback would be the distance from the stream and the beautifully landscaped yard.

It would also be possible to build a home near the streambed either immediately east or west of the existing home.  In one of these locations, with careful planning, the new home could be partially integrated into the existing landscaping.