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BOZEMANMT COMMUNITY PLAN
PHASE 4: GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
May 15, 2019, Preliminary Draft for Discussion, V6
A. THE SHAPE OF THE CITY | The urban character of our well-planned City is defined by
urban edges, varied skyline, pedestrian-friendly streetscapes, and integration with the
natural landscape that surrounds us.
Rationale – The City’s primary function is to provide a safe, healthy, and high quality
environment for its citizens. Residents have consistently stated a desire for excellent
streets meeting adopted levels of service, buildings, and neighborhoods as well as
stewardship of the natural environment in compliance with all permitting standards.
The City contributes to these goals by providing infrastructures, public services and
design standards to create a framework within which citizens pursue their individual
aspirations.
Goal: Ensure that all City actions support the continued development of the City
consistent with its adopted plans and standards.
Objective(s):
1. Enhance collaboration between City agencies to ensure quality design and
innovation across the public and private realm.
2. Seek opportunities to develop reasonable and relevant metrics for land use and
development within the City’s planning area to determine whether the intent of
this plan is being accomplished.
3. Prioritize human well-being and health over the near and long term in the
creation and implementation of City land development standards.
Commented [CS1]: Each goal needs a concise rationale
statement explaining why the goal is important to the
community
Needs an overall statement (chapter 1 maybe) that says we
like what we are doing from past plans and want to keep up
the good work with new goals to provide updated focus on
issues.
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B. A CITY OF NEIGHBORHOODS | Our City is made up of a series of diverse and
inclusive neighborhoods, defined by our commercial nodes, a variety of quality
housing, walkable centers, schools, and parks.
Goal: Support well-planned, walkable neighborhoods designed to retain and enhance
character
Rationale – Walkability builds social capital, and offers benefits to our health, the
environment, our finances, and our communities.
Objective(s):
1) Maintain block and lot design standards throughout City neighborhoods
2) Promote the development of accessory dwelling units as a means of
addressing goals surrounding affordability and density
3) Replace and maintain missing or damaged sidewalk elements
4) Ensure plentiful multimodal connections between adjacent developments so
that identity is not based on individual subdivisions
5) Increase connectivity between parks and neighborhoods through continued
trail and sidewalk development with prioritization of closing gaps in the trail
and sidewalk network
6) Continue promoting housing diversity to include “missing middle” housing
including two and three-household structures
Goal: Pursue simultaneous emergence of commerce support nodes and residential
development through diverse mechanisms in appropriate locations
Rationale – Commercial areas are essential elements in walkable neighborhoods.
The timing for when services become available influences how people understand
their neighborhood, assists in building positive travel habits, and shortens travel
distances and time. Services near to homes improves access to all the citizens of
the community, provides places for informal social interactions, and provides
identifying landmarks.
Objective(s):
1) Ensure necessary zoning is included on the zoning map to locate commerce
support nodes early in the development process
2) Investigate options to encourage development of commerce concurrent with
or soon after residential development
3) Evaluate design standards for easily adaptable buildings so that buildings can
serve an initial residential purpose and be readily converted to commercial
uses when adequate market support for commercial services exists
Goal: Encourage identifiable neighborhoods
Rationale – To be determined.
Commented [CS2]: Definition:
A Walkable neighborhood has
•A center, whether it's a main street or a public space.
•People: Enough people for businesses to flourish and for
public transit to run frequently.
•Mixed income, mixed use: Affordable housing located near
businesses.
•Parks and public space: Functional and pleasant public
places to gather and play.
•Pedestrian design: Buildings are close to the street, parking
lots are relegated to the back.
•Schools and workplaces: Close enough that walking to and
from home to these destinations is realistic.
•Complete streets: Streets designed for bicyclists,
pedestrians, and transit.
Commented [CS3]: Definition needed
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Objective(s):
1) Encourage neighborhood focal point development with functions, activities
and facilities which can be sustained over time
2) Identify and zone appropriate locations for neighborhood-scale commercial
development
Goal: Promote an adequate supply of diverse quality housing units
Rationale – There are many different housing needs in our community. No one type
of housing will address all needs. Areas with mixed housing types allow people to
relocate if needed to meet changing needs with a minimum of disruption to their
lives and are less susceptible to changing housing preferences. Housing scarcity
limits citizen’s ability to meet their needs and pursue their aspirations.
Objective(s):
1) Encourage distribution of affordable housing units throughout the City with
priority given to locations near commercial, recreational, and transit
opportunities in conjunction with economic development concerns
2) Incentivize affordable housing development through coordination of
infrastructure and funding
3) Promote construction of accessory dwelling units
4) The future land use map shall include adequate residentially designated areas
for anticipated future and unmet need for housing
5) Limit the areas zoned for single type housing
6) Discourage private covenants that restrict housing diversity or are contrary to
City land development policies
Goal: Promote land preservation and affordable housing through increased
development intensity in key areas Distribute growth throughout the City including a
gradual increase in intensity within developed areas
Rationale – Development within the City at urban densities lessens development
pressure on rural areas. Urban development is more likely to support functional
transit systems, functional parks, and destinations within reach by walking. Little
of Bozeman is developed to the full potential allowed by existing zoning. This allows
for gradual changes supported by existing infrastructure to maximize overall
community value for its infrastructure investments. Growth of the City will be
comprised of both increased intensity in existing areas and annexation of land for
new development.
Objective(s):
1) Support higher density development along main corridors and high visibility
street corners to accommodate population growth and support businesses
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2) Encourage convergence of public transit routes and placement of affordable
housing developments to be accessible via public transit routes
3) Identify and zone appropriate locations for neighborhood-scale commercial
development
4) Evaluate revisions to maximum building height limits in multi-household,
commercial, industrial, and mixed use zoning districts to account for revised
building methods, building code changes, and effect of incremental changes
5) Evaluate and where appropriate, pursue coordinated improvements and
facilities to address mitigate development impacts for multiple developments
rather than requiring each site to be fully self-supporting ed
6) Review and update minimum development intensity requirements in
residential and non-residential zoning districts
7) Coordinate land use planning with infrastructure to the benefit to economic
development and other goals
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C. A CITY BOLSTERED BY DOWNTOWN AND COMPLEMENTARY DISTRICTS | Our City
is bolstered by our Downtown, Midtown, University and other commercial districts
and neighborhood centers that are characterized by higher densities and
intensification of use.
Goal: Ensure multimodal connectivity within and between districts
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Expand multimodal accessibility between districts and throughout the City as
a means of promoting personal and environmental health, as well as reducing
automobile dependency
2) Support implementation of the Bozeman Transportation Master Plan strategies
3) Encourage increased development intensity along key district corridors
4) Develop parking management plans for individual districts [alternate wording]
Evaluate parking requirements and methods of providing parking to meet the
need for vehicle parking as part of the overall transportation system for and
between districts
Goal: Promote districts through diverse housing, commerce, and employment
opportunities
Rationale – To be determined. Reduce development pressure on viable
agricultural areas and support reduced consumption of land
Objective(s):
1) Promote mixed-use developments with access to parks, open space, and
transit options
2) Support University efforts to attract commercial development near campus
Goal: Support urban development within the City
Rationale – Reduce development pressure on viable agricultural areas and support
reduced consumption of land.
Objective(s):
1) Coordinate infrastructure maintenance and upgrades to support infill
development, reduce costs, and minimize disruption to the public
2) Prioritize the acquisition and preservation of open space that supports
community values, and addresses gaps in functionality and needs, and does
not impede development of the community
3) Evaluate alternatives for more intensive development in proximity to high
visibility corners, services, and parks.
4) Where annexation is needed pursue annexations consistent with the future land
use map and adopted facility plans at urban intensity.
5) Develop look inward policies for infill development.
6) Pursue acquisition and development of a diverse portfolio of water sources and
resources
Commented [CS4]: Definition needed
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D. A CITY INFLUENCED BY OUR MOUNTAINS NATURAL ENVIRONMENT, PARKS, AND
OPEN SPACE | Our City is home to an outdoor-conscious population that celebrates
and protects our natural environment and immediate access to a well-managed open
space and parks system.
Goal: Prioritize the strategic acquisition of parks in Bozeman to provide a variety of
recreational opportunities throughout the City
Rationale – Parks, trails, and open space are critical components of Bozeman’s
character. Access to safe, well maintained parks, trials, and opens space, and
spaces and activities for, all people regardless of age or mobility, are necessary
components of the City.
Objective(s):
1) Collaborate with partner agencies and organizations to establish sustainable
funding sources for ongoing operations of City green space
2) Coordinate dedication of parks by adjacent development to create larger and
more functional parks.
3) Incorporate unique recreational and artistic elements into existing parks
4) Research and implement multi-use features within parks to promote increased
intensity of use and visitation
5) Prioritize quality locations and features in parks over quantity
6) Work with partner organizations to identify at-risk, environmentally sensitive
parcels that contribute to water quality, wildlife corridors, and wildlife habitat.
Goal: Consider impacts of changing climate impacts in City’s transportation plan,
utility, recreation, and operations plans.
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Update land development standards to implement the Integrated Water
Resources Plan.
2) Ensure complete streets and finding long term resources for year round bike
and multi-use paths maintenance to improve utilization and reduce annual per
capita vehicle miles traveled.
3) Support development of formal maintenance standards including sidewalk
clearing, sidewalk surfaces, bike lanes and procedures for consistent
implementation.
4) In coordination with the sustainability division, provide public education on
energy conservation and diversified power generation alternatives with the city
limits.
Commented [TR5]: Discussion suggested fiscal
consideration for parks. Seems to be included in this
objective
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5) Review and revise as needed stormwater standards to address changing
storm profiles
6) Review landscaping and open space standards for public and private open
spaces and adapt as needed.
7) Support water conservation, use of native plants in landscaping, and
development of water reuse systems
8) Review and as needed update development regulations to implement facility
and service plans
Goal: Regulate the natural environment with consideration of impacts on economic
viability to maintain and improve habitat, water quantity, and water quality.
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Eliminate the reliance on private maintenance of public infrastructure,
including public parks, and trail systems, and stormwater facilities.
2) Maintain and update as appropriate existing regulations to protect the
environment.
3) Pursue an inter-jurisdictional effort to establish baseline information on air
quality trends and enhance monitoring facilities
4) Increase the community's resiliency and preparedness to respond to climate
change
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E. A CITY THAT PRIORITIZES ACCESSIBILITY AND MOBILITY CHOICES| Our City
fosters the close proximity of housing, services, and jobs, and provides safe, efficient
mobility for pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and drivers.
Goal: Promote multimodal access to daily destinations throughout Bozeman
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Extend existing pathway connections throughout new developments
2) Establish east-west trail connections to complement the existing trail system
3) Prioritize connecting Districts with multimodal facilities
4) Map missing links in sidewalk and trails networks, schedule improvements
with intent to close at least 50% in five years
5) Integrate consideration of autonomous vehicles, rideshare, and other mobility
choices into land use regulations.
6) Connect trail systems within and external to the City to maximize utility.
Goal: Enhance pedestrian, bicyclist, and vehicular safety measures throughout the
City
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Implement traffic calming measures in areas of high pedestrian activity
2) Develop dedicated bike lanes or separated paths along all principal arterial
roads specified in the most current Transportation Master Plan
3) City to incorporate (adopt?) specific design guidance for multi-modal (check
wording with Shawn K). City will utilize applicable best practice design
guidance during design development of individual transportation projects
4) Utilize park and open space areas to provide and link low-stress pedestrian
and bicycle pathways
5) Review and update the complete streets policy. Policy to include performance
measures.
Goal:
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Integrate consideration of autonomous vehicles, rideshare, and other mobility
choices into land use regulations.
Commented [TR6]: Mode refers to the different ways
that people and goods move, such as by foot, bicycle, car,
truck, skis, or plane. Multimodal refers to anything that
includes more than one type of transportation.
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F. A CITY POWERED BY ITS CREATIVE, INNOVATIVE, AND ENTREPRENEURIAL
ECONOMY | Our City, and all residents benefit from an expanding economy that is
powered by educational development, strong regional partnerships, job creation,
talent retention, and support for local businesses.
Goal: Promote the continued development of Bozeman as an innovative and thriving
economic center
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Support the goals and objectives outlined in the Bozeman Economic
Development Strategy
o Invest in infrastructure projects identified in the capital improvement plan
(CIP) that will strengthen the business and higher education communities
o Ensure an adequate supply of appropriately zoned land for employment
areas
o Update zone map to correct deficiencies identified in the annual land use
inventory report
2) Continue facilitating live/work opportunities as a way to support small, local
businesses in all zoning districts
3) Support employee retention and attraction efforts by encouraging continued
development of attainable housing
4) Collaborate with economic development entities in local business support
efforts
5) Support expansion of current and emerging infrastructure technologies
including fiber optic service and other communication infrastructure.
Goal: Survey and revise land use planning and regulations to promote and support
economic diversification efforts
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Ensure the future land use map contains adequate areas of land needed for
anticipated diverse users
2) Review and revise the Business Park Mixed Use zoning district to have more
urban standards and consider possible alterations to the allowed uses
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G. A CITY ENGAGED IN REGIONAL COORDINATION | Our City, in partnership with
Gallatin County, Montana State University, and other regional authorities, addresses
the needs of a rapidly growing and changing population through strategic
infrastructure choices, land use planning, and thoughtful decision-making.
Goal: Strongly encourage cooperation, increased communication, and coordination
with Gallatin County and other regional public entities regarding land use and
associated matters
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Consider possible regional impacts when making policy decisions affecting
areas outside of the City
2) Coordinate planning activities to promote consistency throughout the region
for parks, transportation, bus service, and other community infrastructure
3) Research infrastructure and transportation improvements that benefit the
region
Goal: Continue and build on successful collaboration with Gallatin County,
neighboring municipalities, and other agencies to identify and mitigate potential
hazards and develop coordinated response plans
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Identify effective, affordable, and regionally-appropriate hazard mitigation
techniques through the [title is in development] plan and other tools
2) Discourage development in environmentally sensitive, or hazard prone areas
3) Review land use regulations and standards that affect the wildland urban
interface to provide adequate public safety measures, mitigate impacts on
public health, and encourage fiscal responsibility.
Goal: Collaborate with Gallatin County regarding annexation and development
patterns adjacent to the City to provide certainty for landowners and taxpayers
Rationale – To be determined.
Objective(s):
1) Establish standard practices for sharing development application information
and exchanging comments between the City and County.
2) Develop shared information on development processes.
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3) Prioritize annexations that enable the incremental expansion of the City and its
utilities
4) Establish interlocal agreements when appropriate to formalize working
relationships and procedures
5) Provide education and information on the value and benefits of annexation,
including of existing unannexed pockets surrounded by the City, to individual
landowners and the community at large
6) Encourage annexation of land adjacent to the City prior to development
Discourage development of land adjacent to the City until after it has been
annexed