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New Short Term Rental ordinance
City of Lava Hot Springs ordinance 2026-005
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAVA HOT SPRINGS, IDAHO, SETTING FORTH CERTAIN HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO SHORT TERM RENTALS WITHIN CITY LIMITS, INCLUDING SMOKE ALARMS, FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, ESCAPE LADDERS, AND OCCUPANCY LIMITS; ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE, REPEALING PRIOR CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND CONTAINING ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS RELATED TO PASSAGE AND EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE ORDINANCE
Governor Brad Little – Capital for a Day in Lava Hot Springs
The City of Lava Hot Springs is excited to welcome Governor Brad Little and members of his administration for Capital for a Day on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the Lava Hot Springs Senior Center.
This is a wonderful opportunity for residents and community members to meet with Governor Little and state officials, ask questions, and discuss issues important to our community.
Town Hall Sessions:
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Lava Hot Springs Senior Center
The community is invited and encouraged to attend. Please join us in welcoming Governor Little and his team to Lava Hot Springs!
Taste of Lava: Local treats and refreshments will be available at approximately 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
We look forward to seeing you there!
WATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
The first phase of the project was completed in 2020. The second phase involves the drilling of a new well and additional improvements. Potential well sites are being explored and will involve the acquisition of land.
MAIN STREET OVER PORTNEUF RIVER BRIDGE.
The city has budgeted funds to install a pedestrian bridge on the south side of the existing traffic bridge over the Portneuf River on East Main Street. The bridge will look identical to the one on the North side but wider to encourage tubers to refrain from walking on the traffic bridge. The city is working on acquiring a small portion of property from an adjoining property owner for the bridge installation.
Business & Contractors list
Authorized and Approved list of Businesses and Contractors licensed to do business in Lava Hot Springs City Limits is located on the tool bar under the more tab then the resource tab.
Burn Ban in effect on June 1st
Public Notice from Bannock County
Please see the attached joint news release from Pocatello and Bannock County regarding the annual Burn Ban going into effect on June 1st this year.
Public Notice from the Lava's Fire Department
PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY-WIDE OPEN BURNING BAN
Effective June 1, 2026. Due to the current and expected weather and fuels conditions, Bannock County Commissioners have ordered a County-wide moratorium on all open burning in unincorporated areas of the County. Under authority of the Fire Chief, this ban is adopted and enforceable within the Lava Rural Fire District and The City of Lava Hot Springs. There will be no burn permits issued.
Burning is prohibited.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
SUNRISE VILLAGE - PRELIMINARY PLAT
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026
TIME 6:00 PM
LOCATION: Lava Hot Springs City Hall
115 W. Elm Street
CITY OF LAVA HOT SPRINGS
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
CAPITAL FOR A DAY WITH GOVERNOR BRAD LITTLE
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Notice is hereby given that members of the Lava Hot Springs City Council have been invited to attend Capital for a Day with Governor Brad Little. A quorum of the City Council may be present during portions of the day's activities.
SCHEDULE / AGENDA
10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Capital for a Day – Morning Town Hall
Lava Senior Center and Community Center
150 N. Center Street
Lava Hot Springs, Idaho
12:00 P.M. – Private Lunch
Council members may attend a private luncheon associated with the Capital for a Day event. A quorum of the City Council may be present.
1:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Capital for a Day – Afternoon Town Hall
Lava Senior Center and Community Center
150 N. Center Street
Lava Hot Springs, Idaho
NOTICE REGARDING CITY BUSINESS
This notice is being posted in the interest of transparency because a quorum of the Lava Hot Springs City Council may be present during these activities.
The City Council will not convene for the purpose of conducting City business. No City of Lava Hot Springs business will be deliberated or decided, and no action will be taken by the City Council during these activities.