City of Buhl, Idaho | Est. 1906
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Planning & Zoning Department

The Planning & Zoning Department helps guide Buhl's growth and development while supporting the community’s long-term goals. Projects are reviewed under the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Title 9 of the Buhl City Code to ensure they are safe, sustainable, and fit the character of the community.
Key Duties:
  • Enforce and maintain city zoning and land use regulations
  • Review land use applications and make recommendations to the Commission and City Council
  • Work with the public and developers to ensure projects meet city standards
  • Hold public hearings and resolve zoning complaints

City Fees

Application Deadlines

Land Use Chart

Comprehensive Plan

Meeting Agenda & Minutes

Planning & Zoning Applications/Forms

Zoning Code-Title 9

Zoning Application Procedure

Several situations may require a zoning permit. The steps can vary depending on the type of application, but the general process includes the following:
  1. Complete a pre-application meeting
  2. Submit a completed application
  3. Pay the required filing fees
  4. Attend a public meeting (if required)
Questions?   Email: [email protected]

Public Hearing & Notices

Stay updated on upcoming  meetings and public hearings:​
Public Hearing Notices

Maps

Buhl Zoning Map (2025)
Comprehensive Plan Map (2014)
Interactive Zoning Map

Contact Us

Address
201 Broadway Ave N
​Buhl, ID  83316
Phone: 208-308-9814
​Fax: 208-543-2884

We Would Love to Have You Visit Soon!

City Hall Address                                            Hours

   203 Broadway Ave N.                  Mon-Thurs:
   Buhl, ID 83316                                            7am - 6pm

Telephone

208-543-5650

​EMERGENCY ON CALL NUMBERS:
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​Water Department: (208) 308-4522
Wastewater Department: (208) 308-5934
​Streets/Parks Department: (208)308-2949
*Use these numbers for after hour emergencies.

Email

[email protected]