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# 09_06_2026_mray@ci.moscow.id.us_RE_ Changes in Duplex code(1).pdf
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Sent: 
6/9/2026 3:12:45 PM
From: 
Michael Ray <mray@ci.moscow.id.us
To: 
"Nichoel Baird Spencer" 
Cc: 
Bcc: 
Importance: Normal
Subject:
RE: Changes in Duplex code
That portion of a dwelling unit devoted to the preparation or cooking of food for the purpose of consumption by 
residents of the dwelling unit. For the purposes of this Code a kitchen is a food preparation area containing cabinetry 
and/or countertops, a sink, and one or more of the following: a refrigerator, cooking device, dishwasher, a natural gas 
stub or supply, or a 220-volt electrical outlet/wiring.
 
Mike Ray, AICP
Planning Manager
City of Moscow
504 S. Washington Street
Moscow, ID 83843
mray@ci.moscow.id.us
(208) 883-7008
 
 
From: Nichoel Baird Spencer <nspencer@ci.moscow.id.us> 
Sent: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 12:38 PM
To: Michael Ray <mray@ci.moscow.id.us>
Subject: Re: Changes in Duplex code 
 
Feels clunky:  thoughts? 
 
That portion of a dwelling unit devoted to the preparation or cooking of food for the purpose of 
consumption by residents of the dwelling unit. For the purposes of this Code a kitchen is a food 
preparation area containing a combination of the following: cabinetry, countertops, a sink, food 
cooking/storage facilities (i.e., stove, oven, hot plate, and/or microwave oven, or refrigerator), a natural 
gas stub or supply and/or a 220-volt electrical outlet/wiring.
 
Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 9, 2026, at 11:15 AM, Michael Ray <mray@ci.moscow.id.us> wrote:
 
Thoughts?
 
 
Mike Ray, AICP
Planning Manager
City of Moscow
504 S. Washington Street
Moscow, ID 83843

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mray@ci.moscow.id.us
(208) 883-7008
 
 
Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only based on the limited information 
provided and is not provided in lieu of the formal application, review, and permitting process as required per 
Moscow City Code. The City retains the right to review all applications for compliance with City, Idaho Code, and 
other standards at the time of submittal of a formal application and prior to the issuance of permits for the site.   The 
information provided is intended to help individuals understand the City process, requirements, and potential 
impacts of a site-specific use.  The City’s informal review does not constitute a substitute for consulting a qualified 
attorney, engineer, or planning professional for your specific situation and does not take the place of the formal 
application, review and permitting process. 
 
From: Nichoel Baird Spencer <nspencer@ci.moscow.id.us> 
Sent: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 3:37 PM
To: Michael Ray <mray@ci.moscow.id.us>
Cc: Lucy Falcy <lfalcy@ci.moscow.id.us>
Subject: Changes in Duplex code 
 
Here is where we start….Lets talk when Mike is back: 
 
Kitchen. 
That portion of a dwelling devoted to the preparation or coking of food for the purpose of 
consumption by residents of the dwelling unit.  Any room or area with a combination cooking (i.e. 
Stove, oven, hot plate, burner, and/or microwave oven), food storage or assembly (i.e. counters, 
cabinets, storage, and/or refrigeration), sinks or plumbing stubs, above counter outlets, natural 
gas stubs, and/or 220-volt electrical wiring is a kitchen for the purpose of this code.  
 
Nichoel Baird Spencer, MCRP, AICP
Community Development Director/Deputy City Administrator
Email: nspencer@ci.moscow.id.us
Phone: 208-883-7027
Website: www.ci.moscow.id.us 
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Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only based on the limited information 
provided and is not provided in lieu of the formal application, review, and permitting process as required per 
Moscow City Code. The City retains the right to review all applications for compliance with City, Idaho Code, and 
other standards at the time of submittal of a formal application and prior to the issuance of permits for the site.   The 
information provided is intended to help individuals understand the City process, requirements, and potential 
impacts of a site-specific use.  The City’s informal review does not constitute a substitute for consulting a qualified 
attorney, engineer, or planning professional for your specific situation and does not take the place of the formal 
application, review and permitting process.