If you live on Nampa’s west side, you’ve likely driven past the open farmland sitting just south of Spring Hollow on Star Road. That land now has a plan.
A new residential community called Creek’s Bend is the latest Star Road Nampa development to clear a major milestone – and it looks very different from what the city originally had in mind.
What Is the Creek’s Bend Star Road Nampa Development?
Creek’s Bend is a proposed medium-density residential neighborhood planned for roughly 55 acres at 17403 Star Road in Nampa, Idaho. The project gets its name from Ten Mile Creek, which bends along the western edge of the property.
In April 2025, Trilogy Development brought the project before the Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission. They requested a change to the city’s comprehensive plan to allow medium-density residential development across the full site. As a result, the commission voted unanimously to recommend approval – and the project now moves to Nampa City Council for a final decision.
What Did the City Originally Plan for This Land?
Here’s where it gets interesting. The city’s original comprehensive plan designated this site for commercial and high-density residential use – think apartments and retail along Star Road.
However, Trilogy made a strong case against it. Because the site sits mid-block with limited road access, it simply doesn’t attract the kind of commercial tenants a developer needs to make retail work. The Planning and Zoning Commission agreed, and they removed the commercial requirement entirely.
What Will Creek’s Bend Look Like?
The full site plan isn’t finalized yet – that comes in a later phase. Even so, Trilogy shared their early vision, and it centers around the creek.
Planned features include:
- A 2.5-acre park along Ten Mile Creek with picnic shelters, hammocks, seating areas, and a small amphitheater
- Direct access to the Ten Mile Creek regional pathway system
- A future connection to Nampa’s planned Waterways District
- Internal neighborhood gathering spaces with games and barbecue areas
- Parking and wayfinding signage at the creek park for public use
Most importantly, the developer emphasized that the park won’t just serve future residents. They designed it as a community amenity open to the broader neighborhood. For more on the Ten Mile Creek pathway system, visit the City of Nampa Parks page.
What Did Nampa Residents Say?
Neighbors from the Low Angle Subdivision and Feather Creek Lane showed up with real concerns — and they made themselves heard.
The main issues they raised:
- Traffic – Star Road already runs at 45 mph with no signal at the development entrance, and more homes mean more cars
- Lot size compatibility – existing homes to the south sit on an acre or more, and residents don’t want small lots built right behind them
- School capacity – Ridgeview High School operates near 96% capacity, and speakers cited nearly 7,000 approved or under-construction homes feeding into the same school zone
Additionally, one commissioner specifically asked Trilogy to widen the lots along the southern boundary when the plat returns. That conversation isn’t over.
What Did the Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission Decide?
The Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the comprehensive plan amendment. Specifically, they changed the designation from commercial and high-density residential to medium-density residential across the entire site.
However, this is not a final approval. The recommendation now goes to Nampa City Council, where the project needs a second vote before anything moves forward.
The commission also struck a staff recommendation that would have required Trilogy to set aside 1.5 acres for neighborhood commercial. Their reasoning was straightforward – mid-block on Star Road isn’t a strong commercial location. Furthermore, once Highway 16 opens, through traffic on Star Road will likely drop significantly, making retail there even less viable.
What Comes Next for This Star Road Nampa Development?
Because the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, the project now heads to Nampa City Council for a final vote. If City Council approves it, Trilogy returns to Planning and Zoning with a full preliminary plat – the detailed map showing lot sizes, road layouts, the park footprint, and neighborhood connections.
That’s when residents get their clearest look at the project and another chance to weigh in publicly. If you live near Star Road, Feather Creek Lane, or the Low Angle area, now is the time to stay engaged. Track updates directly at cityofnampa.us under Planning and Zoning.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Creek’s Bend Star Road Nampa Development
Where exactly is Creek’s Bend located in Nampa?
Creek’s Bend sits at 17403 Star Road in Nampa, Idaho, on approximately 55 acres just south of the Spring Hollow subdivision on the city’s west side.
Who is developing Creek’s Bend on Star Road?
Trilogy Development is the applicant. The Roman Catholic Church currently owns the land. They originally considered it for a church and school but decided to sell.
What type of homes will Creek’s Bend include?
The project carries a medium-density residential designation. Because the preliminary plat hasn’t been submitted yet, specific lot sizes and home types aren’t confirmed.
Will Creek’s Bend include a public park?
Yes. Trilogy plans a 2.5-acre park along Ten Mile Creek in the southwest corner of the site. It will include trail access, picnic shelters, hammocks, and seating areas open to the entire community.
Will there be any commercial space at Creek’s Bend?
No. The Planning and Zoning Commission removed the commercial requirement. The full site will develop as medium-density residential.
How will this development affect Star Road traffic in Nampa?
Trilogy must complete a full traffic impact study when they submit the preliminary plat. They will also pay for any road improvements the study requires along their Star Road frontage.
Has Creek’s Bend been approved by Nampa City Council?
Not yet. The Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval in April 2025, but the project still needs a final vote from Nampa City Council before it moves forward.
When will builders break ground on Creek’s Bend?
No construction timeline exists yet. The project still needs City Council approval and must clear a preliminary plat hearing before construction can begin.
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