This bill amends Chapter 65, Title 67 of the Idaho Code by adding a new section, 67-6540, which establishes restrictions on the siting of new or expanding homeless shelters in cities with populations over 100,000. Specifically, it prohibits the establishment, construction, or operation of homeless shelters within 300 feet of the property line of any residentially zoned property or properties with existing exclusive detached residential use. The bill defines "homeless shelter" and outlines that these provisions apply to new shelters seeking approval after the effective date, while existing shelters are allowed to remain but cannot expand in ways that violate the new restrictions.

Additionally, the bill allows local governmental entities to impose reasonable conditions on zoning applications for homeless shelters to mitigate impacts on nearby neighborhoods. It also includes a provision for landowners or organizations to apply for an exemption from the siting restrictions, which requires signed approval from two-thirds of property owners within 300 feet of the proposed site. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective immediately upon passage and approval, and includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is found invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable.