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17514, Staff Report for the Sundance Apt MSP & CUP
Date: City Commission hearing is on December 18, 2017
Project Description: A Master Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) allow the
construction of 188 apartments and three commercial buildings in nine phases with
parkland, open space, parking, and related site improvements. The CUP is to allow
residential use on the ground floor in a B-2 District.
Project Location: The property is addressed at 3605 Baxter Lane, legally described as Lot
R, Baxter Meadows Subdivision, Phase 2B (J-506) situated in the Southeast One-
Quarter (SE ¼) of Section 34, Township One South (T1S), Range Five East (R5E),
P.M.M., City of Bozeman, Gallatin County, Montana.
Also referred to as Lot 2, Phase A and a portion of Lot 3, Phase C, Sundance Minor
Subdivision (pending final plat approval).
Recommendation: Approve with conditions
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion one:
Having reviewed and considered the application materials, public comment, and all
the information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report
for application 17514 and move to approve the Sundance Apartments Master Site
Plan with conditions and subject to all applicable code provisions.
Motion two:
Having reviewed and considered the application materials, public comment, and all
the information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report
for application 17514 and move to approve the Sundance Apartments Conditional
Use Permit with conditions and subject to all applicable code provisions.
Motion three:
Having reviewed and considered the application materials, public comment, and all
the information presented, I hereby adopt the findings presented in the staff report
for application 17514 and move to approve the Sundance Apartments Master Park
plan and subject to all applicable code provisions.
Report Date: December 13, 2017
Staff Contact: Tom Rogers, Senior Planner
Griffin Neilsen, Engineer
Agenda Item Type: Action (Quasi-judicial)
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Unresolved Issues
No unresolved issues have been identified at this time.
Project Summary
The applicant is proposing to construct 188 residential apartments and three commercial
buildings in nine phases with parking, park area, open space, and associated improvements in
a commercially zoned area. This is the proposed second phase of the Sundance apartment
complex. Residential use on the ground floor within the B-2 District requires a Conditional
Use Permit. The intent of these Master Site Plan (MSP) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
applications are to receive approval for ground floor residential before installation of required
infrastructure.
The proposed development is located on Lot R, Baxter Meadows Phase 2B Major
Subdivision. Lot R includes a build restriction that states that required on site and off site
infrastructure was not installed and the parcel must undergo subdivision review and approval.
Although the parcel has preliminary plat approval, no infrastructure has been installed and
therefore the parcel has not received final plat approval. The subdivision proposed
commercial parcels as is consistent with the Land Use Designation and Zoning. Residential
uses were not proposed, contemplated, or reviewed during the analysis, recommendation or
findings for the preliminary plat. As described in Section 6 below, design consideration of
commercial subdivisions is different than for residential subdivision creating a number of
code corrections and conditions of approval.
The Commission considered a previous version of the proposed development on October 3,
2016, application 15-439. Commission meeting can be reviewed HERE. Staff was not
supportive of the original design and recommended that the Commission not approve that
application. Subsequently the applicant has generally revised the site plan provided a phasing
plan that meet City standards, with Conditions and code corrections. At the Applicant’s
request, the Commission granted a continuance of the public hearing to an uncertain date.
The overall development will include 44 one-bedroom, 112 two-bedroom, and 32 three-
bedroom, and three commercial buildings with approximately 29,397 square feet of floor
area in nine (9) phases.
Sundance Apartments Phase 1 was reviewed and approved by the City Commission on
October 15, 2012: File Z12-220 to develop an apartment complex of 195 dwellings in seven
residential buildings and with six accessory buildings for parking and one for administration.
The apartments are a mix of 48 one bedroom, 123 two bedroom, and 24 three bedroom units.
Phase one required a CUP to place residential uses on the first floor.
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Parkland for the parcel now being considered was not addressed with the Baxter Meadows
subdivision or the Sundance Minor subdivision. Therefore, should the CUP be approved,
parkland will be required as a condition of approval for the site plan. Parkland is being
proposed on a separate parcel southwest of the proposed development.
The concurrent MSP application is required in order to evaluate whether or not the site for
the proposed use is adequate in size and topography to accommodate such use, and all yards,
spaces, walls and fences, parking, loading and landscaping are or are not adequate to
properly relate such use with the land and uses in the vicinity, whether the proposed use will
have material adverse effect upon the abutting property, and to determine that any additional
conditions of approval are required to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.
As a conditional use the City reserves the right to revoke a CUP.
Alternatives
1. Approve the application with the recommended conditions and code corrections;
2. Approve the application with modifications to the recommended conditions;
3. Deny the application based on the Commission’s findings of non-compliance with the
applicable MSP and/or CUP criteria contained within the staff report;
4. Continue the public hearing on the application, with specific direction to Staff or the
applicant to supply additional information or to address specific items.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...................................................................................................... 2
Unresolved Issues ............................................................................................................... 2
Project Summary ................................................................................................................. 2
Alternatives ......................................................................................................................... 3
SECTION 1 - MAP SERIES .................................................................................................... 5
SECTION 2 - REQUESTED DEVIATIONS/VARIANCES ................................................. 18
SECTION 3 - RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL .................................... 18
SECTION 4 - CODE REQUIREMENTS REQUIRING PLAN CORRECTIONS ............... 22
SECTION 5 - RECOMMENDATION AND FUTURE ACTIONS ...................................... 23
SECTION 6 - STAFF ANALYSIS AND FINDINGS ........................................................... 23
Conditional Use Permit Review Criteria, Section 38.19.100, BMC. ............................... 23
Plan Review Criteria, Section 38.19.100, BMC. .............................................................. 27
APPENDIX A - PROJECT SITE ZONING AND GROWTH POLICY ............................... 37
APPENDIX B - NOTICING AND PUBLIC COMMENT .................................................... 38
APPENDIX C - OWNER INFORMATION AND REVIEWING STAFF ............................ 38
FISCAL EFFECTS ................................................................................................................. 39
ATTACHMENTS ................................................................................................................... 39
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SECTION 1 - MAP SERIES
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Master Site Plan
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Phasing Plan
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Detailed Phasing Plan
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Perspectives
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General Location Map
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Deficient Intersection Illustration
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Preliminary Plat of Sundance Minor Subdivision
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SECTION 2 - REQUESTED DEVIATIONS/VARIANCES
No deviations or variances are requested with this application.
SECTION 3 - RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Please note that these conditions are in addition to any required code provisions identified in
this report.
Recommended Conditions of Approval:
1. The applicant is advised that unmet code provisions, or code provisions that are not specifically listed as conditions of approval, does not, in any way, create a waiver or
other relaxation of the lawful requirements of the Bozeman Municipal Code or state law.
2. The applicant shall submit a written narrative outlining how each of the conditions of approval and code provisions has been satisfied with the final plan application.
3. This approval is for MPS and a Conditional Use Permit for residential use on the ground floor in commercial district and does not constitute entitlement to construct any buildings
on site. Further Site plan review and approval is required with each subsequent phase to
insure adequate water, sewer, parking, residential open pace, park improvements, and other necessary infrastructure is provided and meets minimum City standards.
4. Prior to the issuance of any building permit on the subject property the final plat for Lot 2 of Phase A and Lot 3 of Phase C, Sundance Minor Subdivision must be approved and
filed with the Gallatin County Clerk and Recorders office with all infrastructure
improvements completed including but not limited to all roads, sidewalks, internal pedestrian pathways (with easements), landscaping, irrigation, and water and sewer service installed and extended as required by the City Engineering Department or financially guaranteed as allowed by section 38.39.010, BMC.
5. Prior to site plan approval of any phase of the development a public access and utility
easement dedicated to the public must be recorded with City for both pedestrian rights-of-ways shown on the Master Site Plan pursuant to section 38.23.040.
6. Prior to the first site plan submittal of any phase, a public access and maintenance easement for entire park area is required to be fully executed and landscaped per
minimum landscape standards pursuant to section 38.26.050.
7. Prior to first phase site plan submittal of any phase, a park maintenance plan must be reviewed and approved by the Bozeman Parks Department. The plan must include an agreement between the property owner and the City that delineates minimum maintenance standards with clearly defined responsible parties and provisions for
perpetual maintenance.
8. With each subsequent phase site plan application, except for phase 1, incremental park improvements, commensurate with number of residential units constructed to insure all proposed parks improvements are constructed prior to the development of the final residential phase are required.
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9. All Irrigation wells located within the exterior boundaries of the development shall
include Montana DNRC certificates which shall be provided to the City with the final plan submittal. All wells shall include a meter or other device to determine consumption.
10. If the City Commission allows cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication the final plat shall include the Cash-in-lieu certificate to read substantially as follows:
CERTIFICATE ACCEPTING CASH DONATION IN-LIEU OF LAND
DEDICATION
In as much as dedication of park land within the platted area of Valley Meadows Major Subdivision would be undesirable for park and playground purposes, it is hereby ordered by the city commission of the City of Bozeman, that land
dedication for park purposes be waived and that cash-in-lieu, in the amount of
____________ dollars value in money or improvements, be accepted in accordance with the provisions of the Montana, Subdivision and Platting Act (MCA 76-3-101 through 76-3-625) and the Bozeman Municipal Code.
DATED this ____________ day of ____________, ____________.
(Signature) _______________________________
11. Park improvements in-lieu-of parkland dedication shall be determined based on the fair market value of improvements and labor costs as shown on the park master plan in excess of minimum standards under Section 38.27.080, BMC. Improvements in-lieu do not include required parking improvements as required by Section 38.27.060.A.2(c), BMC.
The final plat submittal shall include independent cost estimates for installed requirement
and associated labor cost. Any modifications from the approved park plan and cash-in-lieu summary may require Commission review and approval.
12. The final plan must contain the following notation in the governance documents: “Ownership of all common open space areas and trails, and responsibility of maintenance
thereof and for city assessments levied on the common open space lands must be that of
the property owners’ association. Maintenance responsibility must include, in addition to the common open space and trails, all vegetative ground cover, boulevard trees and irrigation systems in the public right-of-way boulevard strips along all external perimeter development streets and as adjacent to public parks or other common open space areas.
All areas within the subdivision that are designated herein as common open space
including trails are for the use and enjoyment by residents of the development and the general public. The property owners’ association must be responsible for levying annual assessments to provide for the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all common open space areas and trails. At the same time of recording the final CUP plan for the
development, the applicant must transfer ownership of all common open space to the
property owners’ association created by the development to maintain all common open space areas within the Sundance Apartment Phase development.
13. Per section 39.19.120 with final plan submittal, written verification that complete and accurate utility easements for proposed private and public utilities have been recorded for
all phases of the development.
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14. Prior to final plan approval, complete residential and commercial design guidelines to
insure a uniform development pattern are required as part of the conditional use permit filed with the Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder.
15. Prior to final plan approval, a description of proposed watering methods including any use of high efficiency irrigation technologies and best practice, source of irrigation water
and estimated amount of water consumption broken down by vegetation type (e.g. turf,
shrubs, trees) and total estimated water consumption.
16. Waiver of Right-to-Protest Creation of Special Improvement Districts (SID) for the maintenance of any parks within the annexed area and/or of a City-wide Park Maintenance District, if not already filed with the Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder.
17. The intersection of Baxter and Davis Lane must be upgraded to meet the standards of
section 38.24.060.B.4 prior to any phase site plan approval or receive written verification of a waiver from the City Engineering Department for the LOS provided that all condition for 387.24.060.B.4.b are satisfied.
18. The applicant must construct Kimberwicke Street to a local street standard from the
intersection with Caspian Avenue to the intersection with Davis Lane prior to final plat
approval of the Sundance Minor Subdivision.
19. The applicant must construct Galloway Street to a local street standard from the intersection with Caspian Avenue to the intersection with Davis Lane prior to final plat approval of the Sundance Minor Subdivision.
20. Prior to occupancy of any habitable building the auxiliary left-hand turn lane from Davis
Lane onto Galloway Street as defined in the submitted traffic impact study must be constructed and accepted by the City.
21. Street lighting must be installed at all intersections (DSSP IV.J.2). This item must be completed prior to subsequent site plan approval. Please updated the phase plan to clearly
indicate the timing of this items.
22. Street lighting must be installed per minor arterial street spacing requirements along Davis Lane where adjacent to the property (DSSP IV.J.3). This item must be completed prior to subsequent site plan approval. Please updated the phase plan to clearly indicate the timing of this items.
23. New detention facilities must accommodate the requirement to capture the first 0.5-
inches of runoff (DSSP II.A.4). A design report including sizing calculations for the detention pond must be provided (DSSP II) prior to site plan approval of any phase.
24. The applicant must demonstrate an easement or ownership of the lot for the proposed detention pond north of Kimberwicke prior to site plan approval of any phase.
25. The applicant must provide easements for the proposed water and sanitary sewer mains
not located in public right-of-way per DSSP V.D.5. The easements must be executed and recorded prior to the construction of the mains.
26. A water main must be constructed in the Galloway Street right-of-way to the intersection with Davis Lane to allow future extension and looping of the water system. This item
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must be completed prior to subsequent site plan approval. Please updated the phase plan
to clearly indicate the timing of this items.
27. The applicant must construct a water main in the Kimberwicke Street right-of-way to the intersection with Davis Lane to allow future extension and looping of the water system. This item must be completed prior to subsequent site plan approval. Please updated the
phase plan to clearly indicate the timing of this items.
28. Every leg of water main intersections must have a valve (DSSP V.A.7.c). Two water main intersections that are internal to the project are indicated without valves. The applicant must provide the required valves.
29. The proposed project falls within the service area of the Baxter Meadows Lift Station.
The capacity of that lift station is fully dedicated. The proposed project may not exceed
the lift station capacity reserved for the subject property without an upgrade to the lift station and associated force main. The applicant must demonstrate the design capacity reserved for the parcel relative to the proposed peak-hour wastewater flow from the proposed project.
30. A portion of the proposed project falls within the Baxter & N. 19th Signal Payback
District. The Payback District may have been previously paid. If not already paid, the applicant must pay the portion of the payback associated with this property prior to the first phase plan approval.
31. The applicant must provide and file with the County Clerk and Recorder's office executed
Waivers of Right to Protest Creation of Special Improvement Districts (SID’s) for the
following:
a. Street improvements to Davis Lane including paving, curb/gutter, sidewalk, and storm drainage. b. Street improvements to Baxter Lane including paving, curb/gutter, sidewalk, and
storm drainage.
c. Intersection improvements to the intersection of Davis Lane and Baxter Lane. d. Left-turn lane improvements at the intersection of Davis Lane and Kimberwicke Street, if not constructed by the developer. e. Left-turn lane improvements at the intersection of Davis Lane and Galloway Street, if
not constructed by the developer.
The document filed shall specify that in the event an SID is not utilized for the completion of these improvements, the developer agrees to participate in an alternate financing method for the completion of said improvements on a fair share,
proportionate basis as determined by square footage of property, taxable valuation of
the property, traffic contribution from the development, or a combination thereof. The waivers must be filed prior to site plan approval of any phase.
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SECTION 4 - CODE REQUIREMENTS REQUIRING PLAN
CORRECTIONS
1. Section 38.10.060.A.5 BMC Building Height. In all districts, all commercial floor space
provided on the ground floor of a building shall have a minimum floor-to-ceiling height
of 12 feet, except where otherwise noted. Ground floor of the building is proposed at 9’
floor to floor and does not meet standards. If the Commission approves the Conditional Use Permit to allow ground floor residential use the building will be re-defined as residential. Therefore, this requirement will not apply.
2. Section 38.25.010.A.4 Stacking of Off-Street Parking. Stacking of off-street parking is allowed in certain circumstances, see 38.25.020.A.4. Required parking spaces shall be located so as to preclude stacking of off-street parking spaces, with the exception of single- household dwellings and individual townhouse and condominium units, and
duplexes with physically separated individual driveways [emphasis added]. Physical
separation is provided when at least one of these options are provided: individual garage doors for each interior parking space, a vegetated planter not less than four feet in width between the parking spaces in the driveway area, or a wall not less than four feet in height and length is provided between the parking area in the driveway and dividing the
garage entrance. No physical separation is show on the plans. Please revise if stacked
parking is employed to meet minimum parking requirements.
3. Section 38.23.040.D Right’s-of-Way for Pedestrians. Rights-of-way for pedestrian walks, not less than ten feet wide, shall be required where deemed necessary to provide circulation or access to parks, open space, schools, playgrounds, shopping centers,
transportation, and other community facilities. The pedestrian rights-of-way proposed to
meet the block standards of section 38.23.040 require a public access easement and
must not be encumbered by any structures. The dimensional standard are 30 feet for
the easement plus the required five (5) foot side yard setback for a total of 40 feet. The east/west pedestrian corridor shows the solid waste trash receptacles within the corridor. These must be relocated. The north/south pedestrian corridor shows the solid
waste trash receptacles within the corridor. These must be relocated.
4. Section 38.27.020.E Residential Open Space. Site plans containing five or more dwelling units shall provide on-site open space for the use of the residents. Phase 1 of the development must include required open space calculations and show how the standard will be met with each subsequent phase.
5. Section 38.27.020.C Park Area and Open Space Requirement. Development on land initially exempted from park dedication is required to provide park dedication if further development of the site does not continue to meet the criteria for exemption. A revised park narrative including product cut sheets, maintenance plan approved by the City Parks Department, planting specifications, irrigation details, and irrigation water
source plan must be accepted by the City prior to final CUP approval.
6. Section 38.23.180. Cash-in-Lieu of water right. The transfer of water rights or the payment of cash-in-lieu (CIL) of water rights shall be provided. CIL of water rights due prior to each site plan phase approval.
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7. Section 38.41.080.A.2.q(2) Site plan submittals requirements. A utilities plan
showing that each phase will be able to be fully functional if subsequent phases are not completed. The phasing plan provided does not identified when each of the required
infrastructure improvements are to be constructed. The phasing plan must be updated to clearly show when each improvement will be constructed prior to site plan approval of any phase.
Phase I must be altered to allow for continues continuity within the drive aisle to
support emergency vehicle access and internal vehicle movement. The plans must be
updated prior to site plan approval of any phase.
SECTION 5 - RECOMMENDATION AND FUTURE ACTIONS
The Development Review Committee (DRC) considered the master site plan and conditional
use permit applications on December 6, 2017. The DRC found that the application is
sufficient for continued review.
The City Commission will consider the proposal on December 18, 2017. The City
Commission public hearing will occur at 121 North Rouse Avenue, Bozeman MT, in the City
Commission room at 6 p.m.
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (RPAB) met on Thursday, March 3, 2016 to discuss
the park plan. The RPAB recommended approval of the park and improvements-in-lieu of
parkland dedication to the Commission with revisions.
SECTION 6 - STAFF ANALYSIS AND FINDINGS
Analysis and resulting recommendations are based on the entirety of the application
materials, municipal codes, standards, and plans, public comment, and all other materials
available during the review period. Collectively, in conjunction with testimony and evidence
provided during the public hearing, this information is the record of the review. The analysis
in this report is a summary of the completed review.
Pursuant to Section 38.19.010, BMC certain uses, while generally not suitable in a particular
zoning district, may, under certain circumstances, be acceptable. A conditional use permit
(CUP) must meet all criteria in 38.19.100 and 38.19.110.
Conditional Use Permit Review Criteria, Section 38.19.100, BMC.
E. In addition to the review criteria of section 38.19.100, the review authority shall, in
approving a conditional use permit, determine favorably as follows:
1. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and topography to
accommodate such use, and all yards, spaces, walls and fences, parking, loading and
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landscaping are adequate to properly relate such use with the land and uses in the
vicinity;
This criterion has been met. The conditional use permit is required for ground floor
residential use in the B-2 District pursuant to Table 38.10.020, BMC. The applicant prepared
a master site plan with phasing details and site specific design considerations to adequately
evaluate the site for the proposed use. In addition, the applicant generated a land use study
showing a portion of Bozeman’s commercial land use needs, the Baxter Meadows retail
study is attached to this report.
Approximately one-third of the area is dedicated to commercial use and the remaining two-
thirds is proposed as residential. Although the development proposed a Euclidian based land
use scheme the City’s development code does not require vertical integration of use. The site
design employs a clear separation between the residential and commercial use by integrating
a pedestrian corridor connecting Galloway and Kimberwicke Streets, drive isles, and parking.
A joint use parking agreement will be used to minimize surface parking and increase parking
utilization of available parking. The adjacent streets including Kimberwicke Street, Galloway
Street, and Caspian Lane will be used for residential parking. City code does not allow on-
street parking for commercial uses.
All yard setbacks and other dimensional standards are met with the proposed layout. Drive
isles and parking space meet minimum standards and are sufficient to meet service needs and
emergency access requirements.
The master site plan phase does not require full landscape plans be prepared. However, staff
analysis indicates minimum landscape standards can be met with each phase of the
development and staff suggested conditions of approval to insure adequate landscaping to is
provided. In addition, the proposed park plan incorporate more landscaping and internal
amenities than required.
The application provides for a variety of housing design and styles. The design employs
different architectural styles to minimize monoculture apartment development. Three
different bedroom configurations are proposed to provide different household configurations.
In addition, the units are configured in three different sized structure to further create a
diverse housing type development. Staff has included a condition of approval requiring a
comprehensive residential and commercial design guidelines to insure a uniform development
pattern.
The intent of the B-2 community business district is to provide for a broad range of mutually
supportive retail and service functions located in clustered areas bordered on one or more
sides by limited access arterial streets. The proposed development proposes residential and
commercial with a variety of housing styles. Residential uses are a permitted use within the
B-2 District on second and subsequent floors. The intent is provide proximate residential
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housing near commercial services. The City encourages mixed-use to foster mutually
supportive activities to maximize the utility of public infrastructure.
Fundamentally altering the use within the district, creating a residential district from a
commercial district creates noncompliance. The B-2 district assumes commercial buildings
with supporting or secondary uses as less intensive activities than in the B-3 zone district.
The increased yard requirements, lot coverage, heights, architectural style, circulation,
accommodation of delivery of goods and services layout, building entrances, and other
considerations support a combination of primary commercial and secondary ancillary uses.
All permitted uses on the ground floor within the B-2 district are commercial. Therefore, a
new building should be designed as a commercial building to accommodate commercial
activity and, if a CUP is approved, be converted to meet the needs of residential use. In this
case the building is designed only for residential use. As noted above, if the CUP were
revoked, the proposed buildings and site are not configured for commercial uses.
Pursuant to Section 38.19.110.I, BMC conditional use permits are approved based on an
analysis of current local circumstances and regulatory requirements. Over time these may
change and the use may no longer be appropriate to a location. Sundance Apartments Phase
1, located to the west of Phase 2, see Section 1 Map Series for general location map,
developed an apartment complex of 195 dwellings in seven residential buildings and with six
accessory buildings for parking and one for administration. This development included
residential use on the ground floor requiring a CUP without any commercial space. Phase 1
was reviewed and approved on October 15, 2012; File Z12-220. At the time, there were
limited multi-family residential options in the immediate area. The Sundance Phase 1 site had
also previously been platted, and a conditional use permit for residential previously been
issued for the site. The Sundance Phase 1 site had also been depicted for residential purposes
with the original Baxter Meadows PUD. However, the Sundance Phase II includes
commercial uses adjacent to Davis Lane.
Community Commercial nodes are intended to provide services for a minimum of a one mile
radius as discussed in Chapter 3 of the Bozeman Community Plan. Therefore, on-site
changes in use can have substantial impacts on off-site properties. Land uses in the vicinity
of the proposed development include a range of residential densities and undeveloped
commercial and residential lands. The Sundance Phase 1 development is adjacent to and
immediately west of the site under consideration. Low density un-annexed residential
development is to the east across Davis Lane, however that area is also planned for
commercial uses. The land to the north and south is currently vacant. The land to the north
is zoned R-4, high density residential and the land to the south is zoned B-2. The land on the
east side of Davis Lane currently falls under the County zoning jurisdiction.
To insure the suitability of the proposed use, numerous conditions are included to establish
all required infrastructure prior to final plat and initial site plans approval. These include
infrastructure improvements to provide adequate water and service, park area and public
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access, roads, block standards, landscaping, residential open space, parking, and other needs.
Also, the intersection of Davis Lane and Baxter Lane is not functioning at the required level
of service, therefore, a condition is included to insure the necessary upgrades are completed
prior to occupancy of any building. Similarly, it has not been demonstrated that adequate
sewer capacity is available for full build out of the development. Therefore a condition
addressing sewer capacity is included. See further discussion in site plan criteria 5 and 12. .
2. That the proposed use will have no material adverse effect upon the abutting
property. Persons objecting to the recommendations of review bodies carry the burden
of proof;
This criterion has been met. A mix of uses is proposed including residential and commercial.
Adjacent properties are high density residential and commercial. Considerable effort has
been made to integrate the site into the existing neighborhood and mutually support the
activities on-site. These include pedestrian pathways on both the north/south and east/west
axis to improve connectivity. A joint parking scheme will be used to meet parking demands
decreasing pervious surfaces as a result of the parking area. The proposed park exceed City
standards and will be an amenity for the residence and employees of the development and the
surrounding neighborhoods.
Approximately one-third of the area will be used for commercial and two-thirds for
residential. The B-2 district does not have a stated proportion for a particular use.
Commercial uses are developing on the area and perhaps at a slower rate than the City
anticipated.
The analysis under the site plan review criteria, below, is incorporated by reference into this
CUP criteria. No substantiated adverse impacts to abutting and nearby properties have been
identified in the analysis.
3. That any additional conditions stated in the approval are deemed necessary to
protect the public health, safety and general welfare. Such conditions may include, but
are not limited to:
a. Regulation of use;
b. Special yards, spaces and buffers;
c. Special fences, solid fences and walls;
d. Surfacing of parking areas;
e. Requiring street, service road or alley dedications and improvements or
appropriate bonds;
f. Regulation of points of vehicular ingress and egress;
g. Regulation of signs;
h. Requiring maintenance of the grounds;
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i. Regulation of noise, vibrations and odors;
j. Regulation of hours for certain activities;
k. Time period within which the proposed use shall be developed;
l. Duration of use;
m. Requiring the dedication of access rights; and
n. Other such conditions as will make possible the development of the city in an
orderly and efficient manner.
Prior to occupancy of any building in the development, three additional steps are required
that, in whole, will insure all necessary services to protect the public health, safety and
general welfare are provided. They include final subdivision approval for the Sundance
minor subdivision, final plan approval for the CUP which incorporates the MSP, and a
complete site plan application, review and approval is required. These steps include as
conditions of approval and are necessary to insure all basic services are constructed
according to City standards.
F. In addition to all other conditions, the following general requirements apply to
every conditional use permit granted:
1. That the right to a use and occupancy permit shall be contingent upon the
fulfillment of all general and special conditions imposed by the conditional use permit
procedure; and
2. That all of the conditions shall constitute restrictions running with the land use,
shall apply and be adhered to by the owner of the land, successors or assigns, shall be
binding upon the owner of the land, his successors or assigns, shall be consented to in
writing, and shall be recorded as such with the county clerk and recorder's office by the
property owner prior to the issuance of any building permits, final plan approval or
commencement of the conditional use.
If the Commission were to approve the CUP, the necessary recording of documents will be
addressed as part of the final plan process and will be required prior to approval of the final
site plan as noted under Section 3 above, if approved.
Plan Review Criteria, Section 38.19.100, BMC.
As provided in the executive summary, for an analysis of the CUP criteria, Staff must
evaluate the accompanying site plan. The purpose of this section is to provide analysis that is
incorporated into and supports the analysis of the CUP criteria and also to stand alone as a
review of the site plan.
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The City Commission and applicant are advised that the following review summarizes issues
applicable to identified criteria. If a specific item or requirement is not listed it does not, in
any way, create a waiver or other relaxation of the lawful requirements of the Bozeman
Municipal Code or State law.
In considering applications for plan approval under this title, the advisory boards and City
Commission shall consider the following:
1. Conformance to and consistency with the City’s adopted growth policy
Neutral. The proposed mixed-use complex generally comports with the Bozeman
Community Plan. The Bozeman Community Plan designates the subject property as
Community Commercial Mixed Use according to Figure 3-1 (Future Land Use Map). The
property’s location adjacent to two arterial streets and the size of the commercial node results
in a large commercial mixed use area. Of which, a substantial amount is un-annexed land on
the northeast corner of Baxter and Davis Lanes.
The Community Plan states that development in these areas should be, “Placed in proximity to
significant streets and intersections, an equal emphasis on vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, and transit
circulation shall be provided. High density residential areas are expected in close proximity.
Including residential units on sites within this category, typically on upper floors, will facilitate
the provision of services and opportunities to persons without requiring the use of an
automobile.” The proposed residential development is distal to the primary intersection of Baxter
and Davis Lanes and adjacent to existing and proposed high density residential development. The
commercial is adjacent to Davis Lane providing a buffer between these uses. The plan shows 30
foot pedestrian right-of-ways which meet City block standards and provide alternative
transportation methods to reach comme4rcial areas from residential areas.
This commercial node consists of a total of approximately 87 acres. Sundance Phase 1
converted 6.748 acres into residential use. Sundance Phase 2 would remove approximately
5.94 plus 2.85 acres for required parkland totaling 15.538 acres or approximately 17 percent
of the total area. 71,5 acres would remain undeveloped in the Community Commercial
Mixed-Use designated area. For example a 75,000 square foot grocery store needs
approximately 8 acres to be developed. The Safeway on the corner of Main Street and 19th
Avenue is a 58,000 square foot store sitting on 7.47 acres excluding the commercial pods
(Bozeman Deaconess urgent care and outpatient services) on the northwest corner of the site.
Large scale commercial nodes are intended to service the larger community as well as
adjacent neighborhoods and are typically distributed on a one mile radius. This large scale
node designation has been in place since 2001 and established to provide services to the
entire NW quadrant of the community. Smaller Community Commercial areas are usually in
the 10 to 15 acre size range and are intended to provide primarily local service to an area of
approximately one-half mile radius.
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There are significant development activities including the Bozeman Sports Park, Billings
Clinic, a new high school, and infrastructure improvements in the general area that will
require additional residential and commercial activities. The proposed development proposes
both. Included with the previous application proposing only residential use on this site, the
applicant provided a land study, the Baxter Meadows Land Use Study, showing there is an
oversupply of commercially zoned property to meet current needs. The study is attached to
this report.
Bozeman’s Growth Policy has promoted a center-based commercial development beginning
in the 2001 plan update. This concept remains a sound one that is relevant to growth and
change in Bozeman. It simply requires a longer time horizon for some planning ideas, such
as more center-based commercial development, to be realized.
2. Conformance to this chapter, including the cessation of any current violations
Met. The site is currently vacant and no zoning violations are identified.
The MSP outlines the general development plan and establishes the infrastructure framework
for future development. As noted earlier in this report the subject property is with the
Sundance Minor subdivision preliminary plat approval area. Prior to any development onsite
subdivision infrastructure improvements are required to be installed and accepted by the
City. A condition insuring this step is complete is included.
The MSP also includes a phasing plan showing the development scheme for the site included
required park area which was not contemplated with the Sundance Minor subdivision. Staff
has included conditions to insure all park areas and residential open space requirements are
met and constructed according to City standards. In addition, the applicant propose additional
amenities in the park area for the neighborhood and community. This application includes a
master park plan and staff has included requirements for a long term maintenance plan to
insure the park remains in good condition.
Additional processes are required for the proposed plan. These include, if the CUP is
approved, a final plan review, final plat approval, and a full site plan application for each
subsequent phase of the development. These steps will address all code requirements
including but limited to:
a) The level of service (LOS) for the intersection of Davis Lane and Baxter Lane is
inadequate and prior to any building permit either a variance application must be
submitted and approved or the intersection upgraded. On July 25, 2016 the City
Commission discussed that if an intersection is listed on the three (3) year Capital
Improvement plan for upgrade the developer may not be required to make improvements
to a deficient intersection. The intersection of Davis and Baxter Lanes is listed on the
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three year CIP Plan. Please see Deficient Intersections illustration in Section 1 of this
report. The Director of Public Works may grant an exception under 38.34.010.E, BMC.
b) The applicant proposes construction in nine (9) phases. Pursuant to section 38.19.120 the
MSP show how functional infrastructure, circulation, emergency access, and other
systems will be maintained at all times.
c) The Sundance Minor Subdivision did not include a Planned Unit Development; therefore,
concurrent infrastructure construction is not permitted. All infrastructure including
streets, water, sewer, sidewalks, etcetera must be installed prior to issuance of a building
permit, Section 38.39.030, BMC for each phase of the development.
d) The proposed master park plan includes improvement-in-lieu of parkland dedication.
The City requires a certificate on the final plat detailing park dedication. The Sundance
subdivision was review and approved as a commercial subdivision and did not include
required park certificates, Section 38.06.040, BMC. Therefore, staff has included a
condition of approval insuring this requirement is met.
e) Parkland requires 100 percent of its perimeter on a public or private streets or roads,
Section 38.27.060, BMC. The location of this park is on a portion of Lot 3, Phase C
Sundance Minor Subdivision. As a requirement of this application 100 percent of the
park will be fronted by public access. All sides are fronting pubic streets. The east side of
the park will include a 60 foot public access and utility easement and will include a City
standard street.
f) Site development requires suitable water, sewer, transportation network, and other
infrastructure capacity. Primary accesses to the site (Kimberwicke Street, Galloway
Street, Equestrian Lane, and a new unnamed street) are not constructed. Subdivision
review ensures the transportation network, parcel size, parkland, stormwater controls, and
other city services are created and constructed to allow subsequent development to occur.
Condition number 4 requires final plat approval prior to issuance of any building permit.
g) Pursuant to Section 38.10.060.A.4, BMC, floor-to-ceiling height states that in all
commercial districts all commercial floor space provided on the ground floor of a
building shall have a minimum floor-to-ceiling height of 12 feet. If the Commission
approves the CUP to allow residential use on the ground floor the buildings will
classified as residential and therefore, the 12 foot flor to ceiling height standard will not
apply.
3. Conformance with all other applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations
Met. This criterion applies to items not included in Chapter 38, Unified Development Code.
Beyond what is identified in this report no conflicts have been identified. Additional steps
are required to comply with Chapter 38 procedures such as application for final plat, final site
plan, and building permit which will be addressed as appropriate in the future. The
construction plans will be further evaluated against the requirements of the International
Building Code at the time application is made for a building permit.
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4. Relationship of site plan elements to conditions both on and off the property
Met. The proposed development will be required to construct Kimberwicke Street on the
north, Galloway Street on the south and extend Caspian Avenue to also to be constructed
extension of Equestrian Lane. Pedestrian pathways will further connectivity for residents and
customers of the commercial area. The proposed project provide visual and functional links
to adjacent properties with streets and pedestrian pathways.
Due to critical lands north of Kimberwicke no street connections are proposed with the Four
Points subdivision to functionally extend through the subject property. The existing
development to the west does not have internal access to connect with. Two access points are
prosed on the southern edge which will allow future alignment when the property to the
south of Galloway Street develops. Mid-block crossing are provided to meet Section
38.23.040, BMC.
Plan review criterion 38.19.100.A.4(a) states, “Compatibility with, and sensitivity to, the
immediate environment of the site and the adjacent neighborhoods and other approved
development relative to architectural design, building mass and height, neighborhood
identity, landscaping, historical character, orientation of buildings on the site and visual
integration.” The buildings are architecturally interesting for residential buildings and use
proportioned articulation to break up their size and provide a variety of types as noted earlier
in this report. The overall design is unique to this project.
5. The impact of the proposal on the existing and anticipated traffic and parking
conditions
Met. The development will be served by extensions of Kimberwicke and Galloway Streets,
Equestrian Lane and Caspian Avenue on the east side of the proposed park. The unique
cross section of Caspian Avenue was constructed during Phase 1 of the Sundance
Apartments. Section 38.24.010.A.2, BMC states, “The developer shall arrange the streets
to provide for the continuation of streets between adjacent developed properties when
such continuation is necessary for the convenient movement of traffic, effective
provision of emergency services and efficient provision of utilities.” Sundance Minor
Subdivision proposed a different street layout and block layout than what is required to
accommodate this proposal. In addition, the traffic generation created by this development
will add additional traffic to the intersection of Baxter and Davis Lanes.
Bozeman Municipal Code (BMC) Section 38.24.060.B.4 states, “All arterial and
collector streets and intersections with arterial and collector streets shall operate at a
minimum level of service "C" unless specifically exempted by this subsection. Level of
service (LOS) values shall be determined by using the methods defined by the most
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recent edition of the Highway Capacity Manual. A development shall be approved only
if the LOS requirements are met in the design year, which shall be a minimum of 15
years following the development application review or construction of mitigation
measures if mitigation measures are required to maintain LOS. Intersections shall have a
minimum acceptable LOS of "C" for the intersection as a whole.”
The City’s most current data from the City of Bozeman Transportation Master Plan, Existing
and Projected Conditions Technical Memorandum (May 23, 2016) indicates that the
intersection of Davis Lane and Baxter Lane operates with a LOS “F” and LOS “D” for the
AM Peak Hour and PM Peak Hour conditions, respectively. The application proposes 188
residential apartments and approximately 29,397 square feet of commercial space.
The proposed project may not receive building permit approval until the intersection of
Baxter Lane and Davis Lane is upgraded. The intersection is proposed to be upgraded in the
City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) in FY19. The project is presently delayed due to
difficulty obtaining required right of way for the intersection. City Engineering Department
may grant a waiver for the LOS provided that all condition for 387.24.060.B.4.b are satisfied.
Subsequent site plan approval will not be given until the intersection is upgraded or a waiver
can be granted. See Condition No. 31.
Pursuant to section 38.24.010.A.2, BMC the developer shall arrange the streets to provide
for the continuation of streets between adjacent developed properties when such
continuation is necessary for the convenient movement of traffic, effective provision of
emergency services and efficient provision of utilities. Therefore, the applicant must
construct Kimberwicke Street to a local street standard from the intersection with Caspian
Avenue to the intersection with Davis Lane prior to final plat approval of the Sundance
Minor Subdivision. In addition, the applicant must construct an auxiliary left-hand turn lane
from Davis Lane onto Kimberwicke Street, since the same traffic condition applies to that
intersection as applies to the intersection of Galloway and Davis.
As required by section BMC 38.23.150.C states: Street lighting consists of street lighting
and pathway intersection lighting, and shall comply with the City of Bozeman Design
Standards and Specifications Policy (DSSP). See Conditions 21 and 22.
6. Pedestrian and vehicular ingress and egress
Met. Block length and pedestrian right of way standards are met. Vehicular drive access is
provided from Caspian Avenue on the west, Kimberwicke Street on the north and Galloway
Avenue on the south. No access is allowed from Davis Avenue due to its Arterial street
designation. The drive access meets City standards for two-way drive aisles.
Pedestrian connections are provided both within and connect to the surrounding area as
shown on the master site plan. As required by City Code bicycle parking will be provided
and bike route markings will be placed throughout the site adjacent to each building. Greater
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interior circulation is provided than incorporated with the Sundance phase 1 further
integrating the site with the adjacent properties.
7. Landscaping, including the enhancement of buildings, the appearance of
vehicular use, open space, and pedestrian areas, and the preservation or replacement of
natural vegetation
Met. Full landscape plans are not required with master site plan applications. The pedestrian
pathways, external streets, open space, and other areas will require landscape plan and
approval with subsequent development. There is sufficient area in each area to meet
minimum landscape requirements.
8. Open space
Neutral. Full open space requirements are not required with master site plan application.
However, to insure conformance with required open space code correction No. 4 details open
space requirements for subsequent development plans.
In summary, pursuant to Section 38.27.020.E, BMC site plans containing five or more
dwelling units shall provide on-site open space for the use of the residents. The area to be
provided is calculated only for those dwellings which do not have ground floor access to a
landscaped rear yard. Open space shall be provided at a rate of 150 square feet per dwelling
unit for dwellings with two or more bedrooms, and 100 square feet per dwelling unit for
studio and one bedroom dwellings.
Parkland dedication is required for this development pursuant to Section 38.27.020A.2.e(3),
BMC. Parkland dedication is based on NET residential dentistry as defined by this chapter.
Approximately 2.52 acres of parkland is needed to meet parkland dedication requirement,
final calculations are required with the first phase site plan application. The applicant is
proposing providing a 2.85 acre park and improvements-in-lieu of parkland dedication.
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (RPAB) met on Thursday, March 3, 2016 to discuss
the site plan application. The RPAB recommended approval of the park and improvements-
in-lieu of parkland dedication to the Commission with revisions. Revisions include:
1. Provide evidence of sufficient non-potable water for irrigation of the park as well as a
water use demand analysis (“water budget”) for the landscaping as shown. If potable
water is proposed to meet irrigation needs in the park, Director approval and a
commitment that the Association is responsible for payment of water usage in perpetuity
shall be required.
2. Provide a separate electric meter for the picnic shelter whereby the electric service is
paid for by the Association until such time that it is re-assigned to the City under a park
maintenance district.
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3. Provide a City standard park sign for the park, in lieu of some of the ornamental trees if
necessary.
9. Building location and height
Met. The proposed building heights are within permitted standards of Section 38.10.060,
BMC building height. Permitted height in the B-2 District are limited to 44 feet with roof
pitches of 3:12 or greater. To add in architectural detail there are variable roof pitches.
Building height vary by type from 34 to 38 feet.
10. Setbacks
Met. Section 38.10.050, BMC, states required yards. All proposed structures and parking
areas are within the required front, side and rear yard setbacks. Additional setback distance is
required from Davis Avenue as it is a designated Arterial in the Greater Bozeman Area
Transportation Plan, 2017 Update.
11. Lighting
Met. The proposed walkway, parking area lights, and building mounted lights conform to the
City’s dark sky requirements. The private lighting is subject to the proposed design
guidelines which direct use of LED lighting.
Typically street lighting has been addressed through subdivision review. In this case final
plat approval for the Sundance Minor Subdivision has not been submitted or granted by the
City Commission. Section 38.23.150.C, BMC states, “Street lighting consists of street
lighting and pathway intersection lighting, and shall comply with the City of Bozeman
Design Standards and Specifications Policy (DSSP).” See Conditions No. 21 and 22.
12. Provisions for utilities, including efficient public services and facilities
Met. Adequate provision of sewer capacity and storm water facilities has not been
demonstrated. Water and sewer lines will be placed within the ROW of Kimberwicke and
Galloway Streets. Necessary water and sewer service lines will generally be located with the
drive access for the site.
Section 38.23.070.A.3, BMC states: “When a proposed development adjoins
undeveloped land, and municipal infrastructure mains would reasonably pass through the
new development to the undeveloped land, municipal infrastructure mains shall be
arranged to allow the suitable development of the adjoining undeveloped land.
Municipal infrastructure mains within the proposed development shall be constructed to
the boundary lines of the tract to be developed, unless prevented by topography or other
physical conditions. An exception to this standard may be granted upon written request
of the applicant, if the applicant demonstrates during the development review process
that more efficient design can be accomplished without jeopardizing the public's health,
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safety and welfare, the intent of this chapter, or the intent of the city's growth policy”.
See Conditions No. 26 and 27.
Section 38.23.070.A.1, BMC states: “The developer shall install complete municipal
water and sanitary sewer system facilities, or a system allowed by 38.21.030.D, and may
be required by the city to install municipal storm sewer system facilities. These systems
shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of the state department of
environmental quality and the city, and shall conform to any applicable facilities plan.
The City's requirements are contained in the Design Standards and Specifications Policy
and the City of Bozeman Modifications to Montana Public Works Standard
Specifications, and by this reference these standards are incorporated into and made a
part of these regulations. The developer shall submit plans and specifications for the
proposed facilities to the city and to the state department of environmental quality and
shall obtain their approvals prior to commencing construction of any municipal water,
sanitary sewer or storm sewer system facilities.” See Conditions No. 28 and 29.
The proposed project falls within the service area of the Baxter Meadows Lift Station. The
capacity of that lift station is fully dedicated including this parcel. Whether adequate capacity
exists in the lift station for this project has not been established. The proposed project may
not exceed the lift station capacity reserved for the subject property without an upgrade to the
lift station and associated force main. The applicant must demonstrate the design capacity
reserved for the parcel does not exceed the proposed peak-hour wastewater flow from the
proposed project.
Pursuant to section 38.23.060.C.1 states: A public utility easement shall be granted for
all public utility mains not located within public street right-of-way. Therefore, the
applicant must provide easements for the proposed water and sanitary sewer mains not
located in public right-of-way per DSSP V.D.5. The easements must be executed and
recorded prior to the construction of the mains, see Condition No. 25.
13. Site surface drainage
Met. Bozeman Municipal Code (BMC) Section 38.23.030.A states: The developer shall
install complete drainage facilities in accordance with the requirements of the state
department of environmental quality and the city, and shall conform to any applicable
facilities plan and the terms of any approved site specific stormwater control plan. The
city's requirements are contained in the design standards and specifications policy and
the city modifications to state public works standard specifications, and by this reference
these standards are incorporated into and made a part of these regulations. Therefore,
with subsequent development, new detention facilities must accommodate the requirement
to capture the first 0.5-inches of runoff (DSSP II.A.4). A design report including sizing
calculations for the detention pond must be provided (DSSP II), see Condition No. 23.
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Surface drainage will be captured and piped to a comment drainage basin on the north side of
Kimberwicke Street as shown on the Grading and Drainage plan. Pursuant to Section
38.23.060.C.1, BMC, a public utility easement shall be granted for all public utility mains
not located within public street right-of-way. Easement are typically not included with
master site plan applications. Therefore, the applicant must demonstrate an easement or
ownership of the lot for the proposed detention pond north of Kimberwicke prior to the first
phase approval, see Condition No. 24.
The development consists of one lot. Therefore, the requirement of DSSP II.C.3 requires
basins serving multiple lots to be located in common open space owned by the Homeowner’s
or Property Owners Association do not apply.
14. Loading and unloading areas
No loading areas are required or proposed.
15. Grading
Met. The site generally slopes south to northeast. No substantial grading is proposed except
for that required for the installation of the parking areas, stormwater system, and building
construction. All applicable grading details were submitted with this application and have
been reviewed by the City Engineering Department.
16. Signage
Met. No signage is proposed with this plan. All new signage must be in compliance with the
Bozeman Municipal Development Code and will require a sign permit prior to construction.
17. Screening
Met. Master site plan applications do not require full construction details to be submitted.
With each subsequent site plan application all necessary screening must be met. Mechanical,
parking lot, and solid waste receptacles are required to be screened, for example. Additional
parking lot screening is required and must be shown on the landscape plan prior to final plan
approval pursuant to Section 38.26.050.C.2, BMC.
18. Overlay district provisions
Not applicable.
19. Other related matters, including relevant comment from affected parties
No public comment has been received at this time.
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20. If the development includes multiple lots that are interdependent for circulation
or other means of addressing requirement of this title, whether the lots are either:
Configured so that the sale of individual lots will not alter the approved
configuration or use of the property or cause the development to become
nonconforming
or
The subject of reciprocal and perpetual easements or other agreements to which the
City is a party so that the sale of individual lots will not cause one or more elements of
the development to become nonconforming.
Met. All residential and commercial development is proposed on one parcel. The proposed
development is currently located on one lot, Lot R, Baxter Meadows Phase 2B Major
Subdivision. Also referred to as Lot 2, Phase A and a portion of Lot 3, Phase C, Sundance
Minor Subdivision; pending final plat approval. Lot R currently has a restriction requiring
further subdivision prior to issuance of any building permits. This mixed-use development
will be located on Lot 2 Phase A.
21. Compliance with article 43 of chapter 38 of the Bozeman Municipal Code.
Not applicable to apartment developments at this time.
22. Phasing of development
Met. The project is proposed for construction in multiple phases. This application serves as
the appropriate mechanism to meet this criterion, with code corrections as detailed in Section
4 above.
APPENDIX A - PROJECT SITE ZONING AND GROWTH POLICY
Current Zoning Classification:
The subject property is zoned “B-2” (Community Business District). The intent of the B-2 community business district is to provide for a broad range of mutually supportive retail and service functions located in clustered areas bordered on one or more sides by limited access
arterial streets.
Adopted Growth Policy Designation:
The Future Land Use Map of the Bozeman Community Plan designates the subject property to develop as “Community Commercial Mixed Use”. Activities within this land use category are the basic employment and services necessary for a vibrant community. Establishments
located within these categories draw from the community as a whole for their employee and
customer base and are sized accordingly. A broad range of functions including retail, education, professional and personal services, offices, residences, and general service activities typify this designation.
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In the “center-based” land use pattern, Community Commercial Mixed Use areas are
integrated with significant transportation corridors, including transit and non-automotive routes, to facilitate efficient travel opportunities. The density of development is expected to be higher than currently seen in most commercial areas in Bozeman and should include multi-story buildings. A Floor Area Ratio in excess of 0.5 is desired. It is desirable to allow
residences on upper floors, in appropriate circumstances. Urban streetscapes, plazas, outdoor
seating, public art, and hardscaped open space and park amenities are anticipated, appropriately designed for an urban character. Placed in proximity to significant streets and intersections, an equal emphasis on vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, and transit circulation shall be provided. High density residential areas are expected in close proximity. Including
residential units on sites within this category, typically on upper floors, will facilitate the
provision of services and opportunities to persons without requiring the use of an automobile.
The Community Commercial Mixed Use category is distributed at two different scales to serve different purposes. Large Community Commercial Mixed Use areas are significant in size and are activity centers for an area of several square miles surrounding them. These are
intended to service the larger community as well as adjacent neighborhoods and are typically
distributed on a one mile radius. Smaller Community Commercial areas are usually in the 10 to 15 acre size range and are intended to provide primarily local service to an area of approximately one-half mile radius. These commercial centers support and help give identity to individual neighborhoods by providing a visible and distinctive focal point.
They should typically be located on one or two quadrants of intersections of arterials and/or
collectors. Although a broad range of uses may be appropriate in both types of locations the
size and scale is to be smaller within the local service placements.
Mixed use areas should be developed in an integrated, pedestrian friendly manner and should not be overly dominated by any single land use. Higher intensity employment and residential
uses are encouraged in the core of the area or adjacent to significant streets and intersections.
As needed, building height transitions should be provided to be compatible with adjacent development.
APPENDIX B - NOTICING AND PUBLIC COMMENT
Noticing was provided pursuant to Section 38.40, BMC. Notice for that hearing was
provided at least 15 and not more than 45 days prior to the City Commission public hearing.
Notice was published in the Bozeman Dailey Chronicle on December 3, 2017 and December 10,
2017. Notice was mailed via first class mail on November 31, 2017 and notice was posted on
site on December 1, 2017.
No public comment has been received as of the production of this report.
APPENDIX C - OWNER INFORMATION AND REVIEWING STAFF
Owners: Baxter Meadows Land Partners, LLC, 1356 Chancey Lane, Midway, UT 84049
Applicant: Baxter Meadows Land Partners, LLC, 1356 Chancey Lane, Midway, UT 84049
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Representative: Baxter Meadows Land Partners, LLC, 1356 Chancey Lane, Midway, UT 84049
Report By: Tom Rogers, AICP, Senior Planner
FISCAL EFFECTS
Fiscal effects are undetermined at this time.
ATTACHMENTS
The full application and file of record can be viewed at the Community Development
Department at 20 E. Olive Street, Bozeman, MT 59715.
Application materials attached:
1. Application
2. Project narrative
3. Master site plan
4. Sundance architectural plans
5. Master Park plan
6. Baxter Meadows retail study
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CUP
Conditional Use Permit Required Materials CUP Page 1 of 2 Revision Date 1-05-16
Required Forms: A1, N1, SP and SP1 (if new
construction)
Recommended Forms: Required Forms:
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUIRED MATERIALS
APPLICATION SETS
3 total sets are required that include 1 copy of every item below bound or folded into 8½ x 11 or 8½ x 14 sets
Complete and signed development review application form A1
Plan sets that include all conditional use permit checklist items below unless otherwise provided in another
application type
Only If new building construction, plan sets that include all required items listed on the site plan checklist
forms SP and SP1
Standard application sets required
plan sizes:
2 sets that include full size 24 x
36 inch plans 1set that include 11 x 17 inch plans
2-digital versions of all materials (JPEG or PDF) on separate CD-ROMs or USB drives. Individual files must be
provided at 5MB or less in size. Files shall be named according to naming protocol.
Notes:
All plans must be drawn to scale on paper not smaller than 8½ x 11 inches or larger than 24 x 36 inches.
The name of the project must be shown on the cover sheet of the plans. If 3-ring binders will be used, they
must include a table of contents and tabbed dividers between sections. Plans that are rolled or not bound
into sets will not be accepted.
NOTICING MATERIALS
Completed and signed property adjoiners certificate form N1and materials
APPLICATION FEE
Base fee $1,508
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CHECKLIST
1. Project Narrative providing a thorough description of what uses are being proposed and how they will function
on the site and including detailed responses to the following:
a. Response to the requirement that requires that the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and
topography to accommodate such use, and all yards, spaces walls and fences, parking loading and landscaping are adequate to property relate such use with the land and uses in the vicinity;
b. Response to the requirement that the proposed use will have not materials adverse effect upon the abutting property. Persons objecting to the recommendations of review bodies carry the burden of proof; and
c. Response to the requirement of any special conditions of approval necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare
2. Location/vicinity map, including area within one-half mile of the site
3. Site plan with north arrow showing property dimensions, location of buildings, parking, driveways, off street
loading, landscaping, location of utilities, access, pedestrian facilities, and use location. Suggested scale of 1
inch to 20 feet, but not less than 1 inch to 100 feet.
4. Floor plans showing floor layout including square footage and proposed use for each room and area within the
building. Suggested scale of ¼ to one foot.
5. For alcohol production sales and serving and gaming uses the floor plan shall show complete floor layout of
restaurant with production/manufacturing/kitchen uses, gaming area and restaurant serving areas (seating) by
location and square footage
6. Parking calculations for all uses, including detailed calculations of deductions, if proposed
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Conditional Use Permit Required Materials CUP Page 2 of 2 Revision Date 1-05-16
Required Forms: A1, N1, SP and SP1 (if new
construction)
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PO Box 1230
Bozeman, MT 59771
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Project Narrative
Sundance Apartments Phase II
Application 15-439
Application15-439 was reviewed by the City Commission at the October 3, 2017
commission meeting. At this meeting the City Commission requested we modify our
plan and resubmit. As per this request, we have modified the site plan and building
elevations.
Some of the major modifications to the site plan are 1) a more defined east-west and
north-south pedestrian corridor, 2) relocating apartment buildings to the interior
and placing commercial office along Davis Lane, and 3) modifying building
elevations to meet the commission’s and planning department’s preference for
increased architectural diversity in the project.
Sundance Apartments II is designed as a second phase to the existing apartment
complex known as Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows. Sundance Phase I has
been very well received in the market. While the second phase will vary from the
first phase in architectural style and amenities, the quality will remain high.
This site for Phase II located just to the east of the first phase of apartments on the
9.132 acre parcel. The Phase II parcel is currently zoned B2, the same zoning as the
site on which we built Phase I. The B2 zone allows for apartments on the second
and third floors. For Phase I, we submitted and received approval of conditional use
that allows apartments on the ground level. We are seeking the same conditional
use for this site.
The applicant, Baxter Meadows Land Partners, is owned by real estate developers
specializing in commercial and high-density residential development across the
western United States. This site is part of a 40-acre piece of property located near
the southeast corner of the Baxter Meadows community. All this property is zoned
B-2.
Several months ago, we retained a commercial real estate analyst to do a thorough
market analysis to determine current and future demand for various types of
commercial uses at or near the corner of Baxter Lane and Davis Lane. We will
include a copy of that study with this application. The data and conclusion of the
study are very clear:
• With the remainder of our B-2 land, plus the 12.5-acre commercial parcel on the
corner of Baxter and Davis (owned by others), plus whatever commercial
property may eventually be developed across Davis Lane to the east, there is
considerably more than enough commercial property to meet the needs of the
area for any foreseeable future.
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• The analyst found that for the foreseeable future, there will be demand for
75,000 sq/ft of retail at this intersection. On only the 12.5-acre commercial
parcel on the corner, which is the best location for retail, a typical grocery store
layout including surrounding retail would accommodate 90,000 to 105,000 sq/ft
of retail uses (depending on layout).
• We will need many more residents in the area before any significant commercial
development will be feasible.
We look forward to working with the city to create an attractive plan and vision for
the remaining commercial pieces. We are, of course, anxious to meet the demand for
commercial development as the area continues to add residents. For the present,
however, there is strong and immediate demand for affordable, for-rent housing in
the area.
The B-2 zone does not have a maximum dwelling unit requirement. This project has
been designed to provide the required parking, open space and amenities required
for the proposed 188 dwelling units and office buildings per the zoning
requirements.
The project will be for-rent apartments which will help to contribute to affordable
housing in this area, however there will be no income restrictions.
This project will not have any materially adverse effect upon the abutting property
as it will be the same use as the apartments on the adjacent property and will help
to promote the commercial development of the surrounding B-2 zone by bringing in
greater demand for future commercial goods and services in the area.
The project will not impose any special conditions to the public health, safety and
general welfare of the area as it is a compatible use that is already established in the
area with the first phase of apartments.
The subject property is generally flat and vacant. The proposed project would
consist of 23.65 units to the acre. As is evidenced by the site plan, this proposed use
fits well on this site while still meeting city required set backs, parking, etc. The
required park dedication would be located across the street to the southwest of the
subject property. This park dedication would be included with this project.
The property to the west of the proposed property is the first phase of apartments
and the ownership is in support of this proposed use. The property to the north is
zoned R-4 which would permit apartments. The property to the south is zoned B2
and is need of more housing to support commercial development. The owners of
the B2 land have reviewed the proposal and support it. The applicant has met with
the Baxter Meadows HOA and they are also in favor of the proposed use.
Sundance Apartments phase II will consist of 188 apartments units, an elegant
community center, and amenities. The apartment buildings will be 3 story
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structures and the community center will be located on the main floor of one of
these structures. The total unit breakdown is estimated to be as follows:
UNIT TYPE # OF UNITS
1 Bedroom Units 44
2 Bedroom Units 112
3 Bedroom Units 32
The proposed amenities include the following, but are subject to change based on a
final amenity demand survey: exercise facility, activity room, pet wash, high speed
internet, pavilion, park space, picnic tables, garages, etc.
Please let us know if you have any further questions,
Steve Broadbent
Baxter Meadows Land Partners, LLC
801-787-1476
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Baxter Meadows
Bozeman City
Land Use Study
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Project Objectives
• This land use study was undertaken to determine what
would be the most appropriate land use development(s)
for the subject property (referred to as Baxter Meadows).
• This study compares and contrasts the Baxter Meadows
development property to what currently exists in
Bozeman and its surrounding communities in order to
assist in determining the appropriate size and mix.
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Project Key Findings
• Consumer retail consumption by the local population is
inadequate to support the current supply of retail square
footage in the market place. There is significant oversupply
in the market.
• Given the long term residential development(s) planned in
Baxter Meadows and the adjacent properties, the current
over capacity in retail development would be absorbed
(accommodated) through natural residential growth over
the next several years.
• Baxter Meadows is strategically well positioned in an
emerging marketplace. As such, the immediate corner of
Baxter and Davis Lanes should be exclusively developed for
retail usage.
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Bozeman City Population Summary City
2000 Total Population 29,510
2010 Total Population 37,280
2015 Total Population 38,358
2015-2020 Projected Annual Rate 1.85%
2015 Housing Units 21,571
Owner Occupied Housing Units 47.4%
Renter Occupied Housing Units 52.6%
Median Household Income
2015 $50,413
2020 $57,814
Median Age
2015 30.2
2020 32.2
2015 Employed Population 16+ by Occupation
Total 38,007
White Collar 66.0%
Blue Collar 14.8%
• Steady Population Growth.
• 1.85% projected annual growth rate
compared to National Average of 0.8%
• A dominant White Collar workforce.
• Younger population base.
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Bozeman City Consumer Spending
• A national benchmark is set at 100 for
each product line. If a spending
potential index (per category) falls below
100 the consumer is spending less than the national benchmark. Conversely, if
the spending potential index is over 100
the consumer is spending more than the
national benchmark for that particular
category
• Spending potential indexes indicate that
the local consumers in Bozeman City
spend below the national benchmark
across most categories.
• The table to the right illustrates, for
example, that Bozeman City consumers
less on apparel and services (60) than
the national benchmark of 100. Other
categories in this table demonstrate
similar consumer spending habits.
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Bozeman City
• Retail Surplus/Leakage Report
for Bozeman City indicates the
local market demand and
supply across a number of
industry groups. Demand is
the potential retail spend by
consumers in Bozeman City.
Supply refers to the existing
retail sales.
• “Green’ indicates an under-
supply of retail space in a
particular category, meaning
the consumers are leaving
Bozeman City to make
purchases in this category.
“Red” indicates there is an
existing over supply of a
particular category.
• Note that the majority of
Bozeman City is red.
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Bozeman City – Key Findings
• Steady population growth.
• Annual growth rate well above U.S. average.
• Steady growth in white collar employment.
• Spending potential indexes indicate that the local consumers in
Bozeman City spend below the national benchmark across most
categories.
• The Retail Surplus/Leakage Report indicates a surplus of retail
supply across most industry groups.
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Baxter Meadows
The subject property – Baxter Meadows is located in the north-west section of
Bozeman City. The property is located on the north-west corner of Davis and
Baxter Lanes.
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Baxter Meadows Area Population Summary Community
2000 Total Population 3,597
2015 Total Population 4,709
2020 Total Population 5,569
2015-2020 Projected Annual Rate 3.41%
2015 Housing Units 2,540
Owner Occupied Housing Units 60.6%
Renter Occupied Housing Units 24.5%
Vacant Housing Units 14.8%
Median Household Income
2013 $61,989
2020 $73,021
Median Age
2010 30.5
2020 33.1
2013 Employed Population 16+ by
Occupation
Total 1,938
White Collar 76.1%
Blue Collar 11.7%
• Steady Population Growth.
• 3.41% projected annual growth rate
compared to 1.85% for Bozeman City and
National Average of 0.8%
• A predominantly white-collar workforce.
• Owner Occupied Housing Units constitute
the majority of housing stock.
• Strong Median Household Income
forecasted through 2020.
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Baxter Meadows Area Retail Spending
• A national benchmark is set at 100 for
each product line. If a spending
potential index (per category) falls below
100 the consumer is spending less than the national benchmark. Conversely, if
the spending potential index is over 100
the consumer is spending more than the
national benchmark for that particular
category
• Spending potential indexes indicate that
the local consumers in the subject
property area (Baxter Meadows) spend
very close to the national benchmark
across most categories, unlike Bozeman
City.
• Highlighted in the table to the right,
illustrates, for example that consumers in
the Baxter Meadows area spend a
potential index of 93 on apparel and
services. compared with Bozeman City
which had an index of 60 for apparel and services.
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Baxter Meadows
• Retail Surplus/Leakage Report
for the Baxter Meadows area
indicates the local market
demand and supply across a
number of industry groups.
Demand is the potential retail
spend by consumers in the
Baxter Meadows area. Supply
refers to the existing retail
sales.
• “Green’ indicates an under-
supply of retail space in a
particular category, meaning
the consumers are leaving
Bozeman City to make
purchases in this category.
“Red” indicates there is an
existing over supply of a
particular category.
• Unlike Bozeman City, “green”
is relatively prevalent in Baxter
Meadows.
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Baxter Meadows
Area
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• The table (opposite)
highlights the key market
metrics. The Baxter
Meadows trade area
population is expected to
grow at a rate much higher
than both the State and
the Country. It is important
to note however, while the
table demonstrates a
strong rate of population
growth over the next 5
years (well above the State
and Country averages) the
local area maintains a
relatively small population
base.
1 mile radius trends 2015-2020 Annual Rate (%) 641
Site Absorption – Trade Area
Continued success for retail development is
determined by three factors (1) the current
supply of retail businesses (2) the demand
generated by the population for a
particular retail business and (3) the size of
the population.
Certain retail trade areas in the city will also
benefit from tourist business, locally
narrowing a Red retail gap. Neighborhood
market areas, such as Baxter Meadows, are
much less likely to benefit from this trade,
and planned development should be
based primarily on demand from within the
trade area.
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Site Absorption – Trade Area
• Within a 1 mile radius of
Baxter Meadows it
would take
approximately 10 years
to absorb the total retail
supply. It should be
noted; however, that
select (convenience
based retail) is under
supplied in the area and
should be targeted as
the choice tenants.
• Within a 3 mile radius it
will take 15 years and
within a 5 mile radius it
will take 12 years.
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Site Absorption – Case Study A
1 mile Trade Area
Demand for Building Supply materials in
the trade area is $1,671,292 and Supply is
$7,409,990 resulting in a retail gap of
($5,738,698). The number of households
required to support this level of retail
spend is 8,098. The actual number of
households at present is 2,037. Based on
current population growth rates it will take
until 2041 (26 years) to absorb the current
retail inventory stock for Building Supplies
(1 mile radius).
Demand
generated by
2037
households
Supply exists
for 8098
households
Retail Gap
excess
retail supply
$1,671,292 7,409,990 ($5,738,698)
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Site Absorption – Case Study B
3 mile Trade Area
Demand for Clothing Sales is $33,584,725
and supply is $81,802,652 resulting in a
retail gap of ($48,217,927). The number
of households required to support this
level of retail is 47,107. The actual number
of households to date is 25,706. Based
on current population growth it will take
until 2031(16 years) to absorb the current
retail inventory stock for Clothing sales(5
mile radius.)
Assumptions:
• No increase in supply until 2020.
• Households grow at a rate of 3.41% annually between 2015-2020.
• Demand increases at annual inflation rates of 1.49% (2016), 2.37%(2017), 2.54%(2018), 2.33%(2019) and 2.31%(2020).
• The gap analysis does not include the impact of a tourist/visitor based sector on the local economy. It is extremely difficult to model and accurately
measure the local impact tourist based “dollars” have on a market. As such, the market is measured based on local residents only but it should be
noted that the retail market across Bozeman is positively impacted by the tourist component.
Demand
generated by
25,706
households
Supply exists
for 47,107
households
Retail Gap
excess retail
supply
$33,584,725 $81,802,652 ($48,217,927)
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Site Absorption – Case Example C
5 mile Trade Area
Demand for Grocery Stores sales is
$81,587,607 and supply is $88,043,364
resulting in a retail gap of ($6,455,757).
Unlike the previous examples, the retail
gap disappears by 2017. By 2020 the
demand is $108,443,719 and supply is
$88,043,364 resulting in a retail gap of
$20,400,355. The positive gap signals to
retailer(s) they would have the potential
market to be successful in 5 years.
Demand
generated in
2020
Supply
available in
2020
Retail Gap
$108,443,719 $88,043,364 $20,400,355
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Baxter Meadows Trade Area Summary
• Population growth is projected to remain strong with steady new housing
starts in and around the Baxter Meadows market area
• Existing consumer retail consumption is generally inadequate to support the
current supply of retail square footage in the market place. An oversupply
exists, that creates a marginal environment for most retailers.
• Given the long term residential development(s) planned in Baxter Meadows
and the adjacent properties, the current over capacity in retail
development would be absorbed (accommodated) through natural
residential growth over the next several years.
• Baxter Meadows is strategically well positioned at in an emerging retail
marketplace. As such the immediate corner of Baxter and Davis Lanes
should be exclusively developed for retail usage. There is an obvious need
for development of a grocery retailer in the area.
• Given the current retail supply, convenience-based retail footprints should
be an immediate target market for prospective tenants.
• While the retail component suggests there is an over supply of retail, this
does not imply that no new retail would or could survive. There may be
selective, smaller-scale opportunities to fill “green” categories.
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Baxter Meadows – Site Development
Recommendation
• Based on the Gap/Spend analysis together with current retail capacity
population projections and business growth trends, the following represents
an allocation of property to a particular land use required to meet the needs
of the local trade area over the next 5 to 10 years.
• Residential: 92,500 sq. ft.
• Office: 45,000 sq. ft.
• Retail: 75,000 sq. ft.
• Suggested Retail:
Grocery store 40,000 sq. ft.
Barber/salon 3,000 sq. ft.
Gas station 5,000 sq. ft.
2-3 QSR 7,000 sq. ft.
Discount Store 5,000 sq. ft.
Bar/restaurant 5,000 sq. ft.
Bank Branch 5,000 sq. ft.
Other Retail Uses 5,000 sq. ft.
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Sundance Apartments
At Baxter Meadows
Phase II
Parks Master Plan
April 2016
Prepared for:
City of Bozeman
&
Baxter Meadows Land Partners, LLC
Prepared by:
With:
The Richardson Design Partnership, LLC
TD&H Engineering
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Sundance Apartments
At Baxter Meadows Phase II April 2016
Parks Master Plan
1
Parks Master Plan
April 2016
SECTION 1
PROJECT LOCATION AND HISTORY 2
PROJECT SCOPE 2
PARKLAND REQUIREMENTS 2
DEDICATED PARKLAND 2
PARKLAND AMENITIES 3
COMMUNITY CENTER 3
PROJECT PHASING 3
VEGETATION 4
IRRIGATION 5
SOILS 5
TRAILS 6
MAINTENANCE 6
SECTION 2
LANDSCAPE DRAWING SHEETS
SECTION 3
SOILS INFORMATION
SECTION 4
BENCHES CONCEPT, PICNIC SHELTERS CONCEPT
SECTION 5
COST ESTIMATES
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WAIVER OF PARKLAND DEDICATION AND ALTERNATE COMPLIANCE
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Project Location and History
Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows phase II is located north of the Gallatin County
Regional Park in Bozeman. The property is bounded by Caballo Avenue, Galloway Street,
Equestrian Lane, and Caspian Avenue. The land that makes up the Sundance Apartments at
Baxter Meadows Park phase II has been used primarily for agriculture and livestock production
for many years. The site is predominately grass land and agricultural land.
Project Scope
The Sundance Apartments and Baxter Meadows Master phase II Park Plan is comprised of one
dedicated park space providing passive and active recreation opportunities for all surrounding
residents. Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows phase II has extensive open space and
recreational amenities within the development itself, providing residents with ample
recreational opportunities. The primary purpose of this document is to describe the initial level
of development and maintenance of the park space.
Guiding Ideas:
Provide connections between residential neighborhoods and park area.
Provide variety in recreation experiences and opportunities
Provide areas for passive and active recreation
Promote sense of community within the development and with surrounding
neighborhoods
Minimize hard or impervious surface
Address current parkland needs while also minimizing impacts to surrounding
environment.
Parkland Requirements
Parkland Required 9.132 Acres X 12 Units/Acre X .03 Acres 3.28 Total Acres Parkland
Parkland Provided 2.85 Acres Parkland
Remaining Parkland .45 Acres (To be
Improvements in‐lieu)
Land Value .45 Acres = 19,602 sq/ft
19,602 sq/ft X $0.80 per sq/ft
$15,681.60
Estimated Required
Cost
Street Trees, All Grasses, Irrigation,
Sidewalks, Finish Grading, Earthwork
$303,385
Estimated Cost In
Excess of Baseline
Improvements
Perennials, Trees, Mulch, Forbs Plugs,
Paths, Plaza, Power Supply, Benches,
Picnic Shelters with Tables, Bike Racks,
Trash Receptacles
$142,002
Total Estimated Cost $445,387
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Dedicated Parkland
The dedication is comprised of 2.85 acres of developed parkland, with 1.14 acres of park space
removed from original park plat per a City of Bozeman request in order to develop Caspian
Avenue to the east of the park site. The Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows Phase II will
seek to satisfy all of its Park Land Dedications through a combination of dedicated parkland
containing many site amenities above and beyond the City of Bozeman standard requirements,
along with providing residents of the development with recreational amenities sufficient for all
needs of residents of the development itself.
The dedicated park space contains manicured lawns, native grass berming, pavilions, a natural
amphitheater, picnic areas, benches, public gathering space to be used for farmer markets or
other public events deemed appropriate, and power supply for venders and food trucks.
The development contains extensive open lawn space, covered picnic areas, court yards, and a
recreation center with swimming pool and gym facilities.
The following section outlines the installation and maintenance of the dedicated park area and
park amenities for Final Plat filings. The plan puts emphasis on open, maintained areas for
passive and active recreation while providing a space for community gatherings and events to
promote the neighborhood feel for the surrounding residents.
Parkland Amenities
The development of parkland amenities will be completed during the initial phase of
construction by the developer as necessary to meet the Parks Master Plan goals. The current
list of planned amenities include:
1. Community pavilion with small concert stage, picnic tables, grills, and community
gathering space.
2. 6' wide Class II trails throughout the dedicated park space.
3. Benches at intermittent intervals along paths within park.
4. Natural grass berming with ample shade for passive recreation throughout parkland.
5. Manicured sod lawn for active recreation provided within park space.
6. Power connections along Caballo and Galloway streets to serve venders and food trucks.
Community Center
The park parcel will be designated as a Community Center for the development and
surrounding neighborhoods. The park will feature two park pavilions (one intended as possible
concert stage area), picnic tables, grills, natural amphitheater, and community gathering area.
In addition, extensive mowed lawns will provide multiple recreation opportunities along with
native grass berming with an extensive tree allee providing shading for passive recreation
opportunities. There is on‐street parking available along the west and north boundaries of the
park parcel. Additionally, 12 sidewalks lead to this park.
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Project Phasing
Implementation of the Park Space will be conducted at one time. There is no planned phasing
of development.
Financing: any unfinished park improvements will be bonded before Certificate of Occupancy is
granted for the last apartment building in project is granted.
Construction: Any and all site work (including trails) must be preceded by a preconstruction
meeting with the City of Bozeman. All plans, improvements, structures and plantings must be
approved by the City prior to installation. Building Permits are required for any structural
improvements. Any deviation from the Park Master Plan must be submitted to the City and
approved before construction.
Vegetation
All vegetation shall be quality nursery stock and construction documents will dictate further
specifications and species selection. A variety of species shall be selected to ensure that a pest
or disease event does not decimate the entire project. Trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants will
be chosen for their size, hardiness and aesthetic nature. Plants used will be regionally native
and/or adapted to the extent possible.
Trees
All trees are subject to approval by the City of Bozeman. Tree selection should be based on the
recommended species list provided by the City of Bozeman. Tree size and selection shall be
varied in order to create visual interest and a varied genetic palette.
Recommended Tree List
Colorado Blue Spruce
Freeman Maple
Thornless Common Honeylocust
Spring Snow Crabapple
Patmore Green Ash
Redmond Linden
Grasses
Herbaceous seed mixes will be dictated by the construction documents. In general, turf areas
will receive a Kentucky bluegrass mix. All areas disturbed by construction will be properly
prepared and seeded with a narrow spacing drill seeder. Before seeding, the soil shall be
loosened to a minimum depth of six inches in order to improve initial root development. The
soil will not be compacted in any manner. Sufficient compaction is readily achieved through the
grading process and normal rainfall. Fertilizer should be applied prior to planting to insure
healthy plant development.
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Recommended Turf Grass Mix (Dedicated Parkland and Boulevards)
Pennfine Perennial Rye 30%
Glade Kentucky Bluegrass 30%
Baron Kentucky Bluegrass 30%
Pennlawn Creeping Red Fescue 10%
Recommended Native Grass Mix (Native Grass Berming / Openspace)
Common Name Scientific Name Pounds/Acre*
Slender wheatgrass Agropyron trachycaulum 4.0
“Sodar” streambank wheatgrass Agropyron riparium 5.0
Canada wildrye Elymus Canadensis 4.0
Covar sheep fescue Festuca ovina 1.0
Western wheatgrass Agropryon smithii 4.0
*Based on a drill-seeding rate of approximately 18.0 pounds PLS (pure live seed) per acre.
The rates will be doubled for hand broadcast seeding, which is 36.0 pounds PLS per acre.
Irrigation
All irrigation systems will be designed to meet City of Bozeman requirements.
Irrigation systems will be compatible with Maxicom systems. All water lines shall be schedule
40 PVC. Pipe shall be installed at a minimum depth of twelve (12) inches, main lines at eighteen
inch minimum depth. If this depth is unachievable, the Parks Division must be consulted. No
stacking of irrigation lines shall be permitted. Four (4) inches of sand shall be placed beneath
pipe, and four (4) inches of sand above the pipe, to
prevent compaction and settling. Sprinkler heads will be installed on manufactured swing joints
(schedule 80 w/ o‐rings). Heads to be installed must be approved by the Parks Division and shall
be gear driven, with interchangeable nozzle sizes, unless noted otherwise, and shall be capable
of producing the specified gpm and coverage area and shall be set to manufacturers’
specifications. Electrical locate tape shall be installed along all lines. Upon completion of
installation, all warranty and maintenance information, as well as well logs and pump
warranties and information, if applicable, and an “as‐ built” map shall be supplied to the City of
Bozeman Parks Division and HOA.
Soils
All soils to be used on public park land shall be inspected by and meet the approval of City of
Bozeman Parks Division Staff prior to installation and shall meet the minimum depth
requirement of 8 inches. All rock in excess of 1 inch in diameter shall be removed. Soil tests (a
sieve analysis and soil analysis) shall be performed prior to planting to determine the
classification and texture of the soils, along with any nutrient deficiencies. The classification and
texture will determine what amendments, if any, are needed, while the soil analysis will help
correct any nutrient problems with a pre‐plant fertilization.
* Guidelines for soils ‐ The soil will be deemed acceptable if: it is less than 35% clay and less
than 70% sand, and 70% silt. Ph must not exceed 8.4. The soil will be screened at 1” minus for
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rocks and debris; topsoil depth will be at least 8 inches. The sub base, after grading, will be
scarified to a depth of twelve inches to insure drainage throughout the profile.
Amendments may vary depending on existing soils, but will generally consist of 60% coarse
sand (generally concrete sand), 20% organics (C: N ratio below 30) and 20% approved native
soil. Soils will be mixed, prior to installation, with a screener / mixer machine, or applied in
layers on site and mixed thoroughly with a deep rototiller. Depth of amended soil will be a
minimum of ten (10) inches. There will be no compaction following the grading process.
Fertilizer, and the rate at which it will be applied, should be dictated by the soil test report.
Trails
Class II Trails shall be a minimum of 72 inches in width. Trail bed must be excavated a minimum
of 6 inches deep, prior to installation of tread mix. All existing organic material shall be
completely removed from the proposed trail location and subgrade sterilized. Tread mix shall
be installed in two parts. The first 3 inch lift shall be of ¾” Road mix, compacted, and then the
top 3 inches of 3/8th inch minus gravel (natural fines). Natural fines used for these trails shall
consist of 80% sand, 10% silt and 10% clay. If the material falls outside of these parameters, the
City Of Bozeman Parks Divisions must be consulted for approval or modification. If the natural
fines tread mix does not contain enough clay or silt binder, additional binder must be mixed in.
Alternative soil stabilizer products are acceptable, but must be approved by the City of
Bozeman Parks Division. Trail bed must be filled up to original surface along both edges with a
cross slope of 2% cross slope to provide for water drainage and meet ADA requirements. Tread
mix must be rolled flat and compacted after installation, maintaining a 2% cross slope. (If
moisture content is not adequate for compaction, water should be added prior to rolling and
compacting). Where terrain allows, slope of trail should not exceed 20:1 with a cross slope no
greater than 50:1 (2%) to provide for ADA accessibility. All damage to surrounding features
and/or vegetation shall be reclaimed immediately. Encroaching weeds, due to trail
construction, shall be treated and controlled for a minimum of 2 years after trail section is
completed. Minimum overhead clearance shall be 96" for pedestrian and bike traffic, and 120"
for equestrian traffic.
Maintenance
Responsible Party
The Association shall be responsible for liability insurance, local taxes and maintenance of
recreation and other facilities in the common space areas and park land.
The Association shall enter into an annual contract with a certified landscape nursery person for
upkeep and maintenance. The Association will be responsible for park maintenance until such
time a City wide Park Maintenance District is created. The Association shall also be responsible
for the maintenance of all common properties, paths and trails, facilities, centers, and adjacent
sidewalks and/or landscaping in street boulevards.
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Maintenance will include the following as well as care and replacement of playground
equipment (CPSI approved) and/or site furnishings, replacement of doggie pick‐up bags and
emptying of refuse containers. Any and all work and/or park fixtures must meet standards set
by the City Parks Division.
Trees and Shrubs
A contractor will be hired to perform park maintenance. Maintenance duties to be performed
will consist of spring and fall clean up, routine mowing, lawn patching, care and replacement of
dead trees and/or shrubs. All tree trimming and pruning must be performed by a certified
arborist as outlined in City Ordinance 12.30.040 in coordination with Forestry Division. All trees
on public property are subject to City of Bozeman permits and ordinances.
Trails
Natural fines trails will not be plowed. These trails will be inspected regularly and receive
routine patching and surface maintenance to prevent erosion or unsafe conditions. Weeds on
the trails well be controlled following City of Bozeman standards, set by the City Parks Division,
and using industry standards or as part of the weed control plan described in this document.
Turf Care
Native grass areas should be mowed 3‐4 times per year dependent on rainfall levels The first
mowing should occur at the end of May, and the second time should take place around mid‐
July, with the final mowing in Mid‐October.
Kentucky bluegrass areas should be maintained between 2"‐4 1/2" and should receive
approximately 12" water between June 1st and late September. This translates to about 1"
water per week for lawn areas. Mowing will not be done during extremely wet periods or when
sub‐grade is saturated or with standing water. Established lawns can receive a deep, but less
frequent watering in order to conserve and not over water.
Noxious Weed Control
A weed control program will be developed that conforms to the requirements of the City of
Bozeman, Gallatin County Wed Control Board Supervisor and NRCS. This program will consist
of an annual visit in June to spot spray where necessary, including trails and sidewalks. Weeds
will be sprayed by a licensed contractor, according to industry and local standards, on a regular
basis, using appropriate applications and products. The utmost care will be taken to protect
water sources, park users and adjacent property owners. The City of Bozeman shall be notified
of any and all applications of pesticides and/or herbicide on public lands. Signs shall be posted
prior to application in appropriate and noticeable locations identifying the product applied and
the date applied. Signs will remain in place for a minimum of two days after treatment.
Records shall be maintained in accordance with State of Montana Pesticide Act, Administrative
Rule 4.10.207 and copies submitted to the City of Bozeman Parks Division.
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Fertilization
Fertilization should be minimized to prevent unnecessarily high amounts of nutrients running
off into streams and wetlands on and off the site. No fertilizer should be applied within 50ft of
streams or wetlands to further minimize the potential for contamination through run‐off. Trees
and shrubs inside the 50ft buffer should be monitored and if fertilization is necessary, capsule
fertilizer should be used.
Lawns should be fertilized once in spring with a 24‐4‐24 blend after the last frost and with a 21‐
3‐21 in made to late summer. It is recommended that slow release fertilizer be used to prevent
excessive shoot growth and to provide turf nutrition over and extended period of time. Lawns
should be fertilized according to manufacturer standards. Annual soil test should be performed
to check nutrient levels and determine whether changes are necessary.
Outside the 50ft buffer, shade trees should be fertilized in April with a 16‐10‐9 blend plus iron
and zinc. Other trees should be fertilized with food spikes but no fertilization of woody
vegetation should occur past mid‐July. Trees under one year old should not be fertilized.
Evergreens should be pruned as necessary in June and shade tree pruning should be done in
April, except for birches. Birches should be pruned in mid‐July. All trees should be continually
monitored for pests and diseases throughout the growing season. Woody vegetation should be
deep watered right before the ground freezes.
Snow and Leaf Removal
Snow removal will be provided within the park by a snow removal service retained by the
Neighborhood Association. Sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours after the end of a
snowfall event per Bozeman Ordinance 1529. The Home Owner’s Association will be
responsible for clearing snow on sidewalks and on walks adjacent to Parks and Open Spaces; no
snow removal will be performed on the natural fines trails. Leaf removal will be provided most
likely by a landscape contractor or handyman service, as retained by the Neighborhood
Association.
Irrigation System
The irrigation system should be charged in April, after the ground thaws and plants start
growing. The manual drain valves should be turned to the closed position and well pump
power switch turned on. The controller should be programmed for the anticipated water
requirements for the current month. All heads should be checked for breakage and proper
coverage and check on a monthly basis for necessary adjustments. Drip emitters should be
periodically checked and the inter system should be regularly monitored for line breaks, head
breakage and vandalism.
Head replacement should be done with the same brand to ensure efficient coverage for the
shall working pressure and dispersal at an equal precipitation rate. The height of heads should
be checked to avoid damage from mowers or maintenance equipment.
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Winterization should take place during the last week of October. Power to the well pump
should be shut off and all manual drain valves opened. To flush out the lines, a high power air
pump shall be connected to the quick coupler valves and air should be run through the system.
Each valve zone should be opened and closed until all water is completely flushed out, then the
controller should be turned off and water lift off until spring. Any necessary watering during
the winter months should be done with a tank to prevent damage to the irrigation system.
Animal Control
Pets should be leashed at all times while in the parks and open space and residents must clean
up after their pets. If rodents become a problem with regards to damaging plant material or
posing a health risk to residents or pots, rodent control should be utilized. However, no poison
is permitted on within parkland or open space areas.
Refuse
Refuse within the parks and open space will be collected weekly by a service retained by the
Neighborhood Association or the party responsible for maintenance.
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Section 2
PARK PLAN DRAWINGS
Please refer to Sundance Apartments At Baxter Meadows Phase II Park submittal package for
full size park plan drawings
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Section 3
SOILS INFORMATION
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Section 4
PARK AMENITIES
Bench Concept
Picnic Pavilion Concept
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Bike Rack Concept
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Park Grill Concept
Park Picnic Table Concept
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Park Trash Receptacle Concept
Park Dog Waste Station Concept
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Section 5
COST ESTIMATE (Required Parkland)
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Section 5
COST ESTIMATE (Enhanced Parkland)
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Section 6
Waiver of Park dedication and Alternate Compliance
Section 38.27.100 Waiver of Park dedication
Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows Phase II is a little over 9 acre development on the northwest
edge of the City of Bozeman. The development is bounded by Kimberwicke Street, Davis Lane, Galloway
Street, and Caspian Avenue and features public open spaces, a recreation center with swimming pool and
gym, a picnic pavilion and court yards. Within the development there is 1.12 acres of dedicated open space
in addition to the 10,000 sqft recreation center and 1,100 sqft of picnic pavilion space found on site.
The dedicated parkland is located to the south of the development and is bounded by Caballo Avenue,
Galloway Street, Equestrian Lane, and Caspian Avenue and features expansive open lawn space, picnic
areas, two pavilions, public gathering space for farmers markets or events deemed appropriate, natural
amphitheater, native grass berming, a tree allee for shading, and power supply for venders and food trucks.
We are requesting to use Section 38.27.100 sub-section A2 in the Bozeman UDO to satisfy our
requirements for recreation and park dedication. The Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows Phase II
will seek to satisfy all of its Parkland dedications through a combination of the Dedicated Parkland and the
recreational amenities provided within the development which are sufficient to meet the needs of those
who will ultimately reside in the development. The combination of these spaces will result in the
Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows Phase II dedicating 2.85 acres of dedicated parkland, while
providing residence with an additional 1.12 acres of open space and over 11,000 sqft of recreational
amenities within the development itself.
Review Criteria:
1. We believe that the granting of this alternate compliance will not be detrimental to public health,
safety or general welfare. The extensive installation of amenities, open spaces, and recreational
opportunities chartered to residence of the Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows Phase II, will
enhance the quality of life for residents within the development, while still providing a sense of
community with the surrounding residents through the dedicated parkland and its community
driven amenities.
2. With the extensive amenities provided within the development, promoting a healthy lifestyle and a
strong community feel, the dedicated 2.85 acres of parkland will be more than sufficient to provide
parkland and community gathering space for the surrounding neighborhoods. By providing
adequate space and facilities for community gathering the dedicated parkland will promote strong
community ties both within the Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows Phase II development
and with the surrounding residents.
3. The implementation will not cause a substantial increase in public costs. The Park parcel will be
dedicated to the City of Bozeman as is normal practice in development. The Common Open
Space within the development will be owned and maintained by the HOA reducing the overall cost
incurred by the public.
4. The granting of the alternate compliance will not cause non-conformance with other provisions of
the development or zoning codes.
A layout of all proposed Parkland and Common Open Space has been provided in the Parks Master Plan
as part of the Sundance Apartments at Baxter Meadows Phase II Preliminary Plat Submittal.
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