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Originally Posted by Evo5Boise
Not to sound unappreciative of our current proposals, because I like them, but what is it about this seemingly unattainable 300ft. barrier that appears so hard to crack in this city? Is the demand just not there? Is it the NIMBYs? Lack of commitment from developers? We have one building and it cheats with it's spire.
It would just be nice to see a project (or two ) that has some height to it.
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Probably all of the above.
Plus, tall buildings are expensive, so these heights are likely what they feel can best serve their needs. And perhaps they do consider the cost of constant appeals and issues with neighbors and P&Z.
Boise and most Western states have strong NIMBYism. Californians rule at this. Guess who’s moving here? Height is seen as “urban” and that will draw criticism from locals and new arrivals fearful of Boise becoming whatever West Coast city they hate that day. That coupled with vacancy levels Downtown likely staying higher than previous years for at least a couple years - I’m doubtful anything of great height well be proposed.