HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-18-17 Public Comment - W. Bucossi - UDC Update Subchapter 4BFrom:William Bucossi
To:Martin Matsen; Agenda
Subject:Comment Regarding Ordinance 1981 on Monday September 18th 2017 City Commission Agenda
Date:Sunday, September 17, 2017 8:10:16 PM
To the Bozeman Community Development Directory and City Commission:
I am writing to voice my disapproval of Ordinance 1981, a Provisional
Adoption which affirms and readopts Resolution 4598 adding subchapter 4B
into the Design Guidelines for the NCOD. Insufficient consideration was
given to the impact and disproportionate burden that will be inflicted on
residential property adjacent to the B3 boundary by the regulations
contained in subchapter 4B.
As a property owner adjacent to the B3 Halo I was not directly notified of
Resolution 4598 and therefore missed the opportunity to voice my opinion
and participate in a constructive discussion about regulations that will
directly impact the enjoyment of my property and its perceived value.
Every time I recreate on the west side of the Bridger’s and look out over the
Gallatin Valley I am reminded of how fast Bozeman is growing. I understand
the desire confine development and preserve open space. However, zoning
regulation changes of this magnitude must be thoroughly vetted in a process
open to the whole community not just those with a financial interest. This
will ensure the burden of growth is shared equitably and ultimately will
result in the best Guidelines moving forward.
I am not looking for a return to the prior Design Guidelines, only an
opportunity to be included in a collaborative process to design a less abrupt
and offensive transition at the R2/B3 interface. Resulting regulations must
be sufficiently nuanced to address the wide range of spatial and geographical
variation along the boundary. Thank you for your time and service to the
community.
Sincerely,
Will Bucossi
Property owner of 223 E Olive Street