Accessory Structures in Bannock County, ID (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Bannock County, Idaho.
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ADU Rental Restrictions
In unincorporated Bannock County, an accessory cottage dwelling built under the county's ADU provision can never be rented out or occupied for gain. Section 17.52.077 limits the unit to the residential rural, residential suburban and recreation zoning districts, caps its use to non-income purposes, and ties it permanently to the principal dwelling by recorded deed restriction.
Bannock County Bars Renting Accessory Cottages
Heavy RestrictionsBannock County Code § 17.52.077
The intent of this section of the title is to enable the placement of one accessory housing unit, either attached or separate from an existing principal dwelling, on parcels that are not eligible for additional new dwelling permits, provided that such accessory housing is not rented or occupied for gain. Accessory cottage dwellings shall be limited to the residential rural, residential suburban...
Shed & Carport Rules
In unincorporated Bannock County, Bannock County Code Section 17.52.040(D) caps total lot coverage, including the house and every accessory building such as a shed or garage, at thirty-five percent of the lot, requires a zoning permit before construction, and lets one storage building go up ahead of the primary residence in the AG, RR, RS, and REC districts.
Bannock County Accessory Building Size Limit
Some RestrictionsBannock County Code § 17.52.040(D)
D.Residential accessory uses and buildings shall be:1.Definition. A residential accessory building is an accessory building on a residential lot such as a shop, garage, or storage building.2.When Permitted. Residential accessory uses and buildings shall be permitted after or concurrent with the development of the primary use. One personal storage building may be permitted on a residential lot i...
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