HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-24-2020 Public Comment - A. Holloran - Etha HotelFrom: Andy Holloran
To: Agenda
Subject: Etha Design Concerns
Date: Thursday, January 23, 2020 5:09:26 PM
To Whom it May Concern:
My name is Andy Holloran and I am the developer and resident of 5 West, located directly north of
the Etha project. I am writing to request clarification on a number of design elements of the project
that appear to differ from the approved set of plans and DRB( if these design changes have been
noticed and approved, please provide documentation).
Windows: The existing windows are simulated divided light and appear different than those
approved
Second floor pool: The approved plans include a pool and amenity deck on the second level,
facing Mendenhall. Current building has multiple large air conditioning units in place of an
amenity.
Stucco: The approved plans indicate a smooth finish and the in place application is a rough
finish texture.
9th
floor: It is difficult to determine if the existing upper floor design matches the approved
plans, but from my unit, it appears different.
As the developer of 5 West, it was important to disclose to our Buyers, Tenants, Lender and
Partner’s the fact that the Etha Hotel would be developed. It was also important to convey to these
folks the approved plans for the Etha, so each would have a clear understanding of what could and
would be developed across the street. Given the major deviation of design from what was approved,
it is very concerning as a resident and more importantly as the developer/owner of the 5 West
project. 5 West includes 42 residential units and almost 40,000 sf of commercial space, many of
these Buyers and Tenants look directly at the Etha. It is criticaI I have documentation from the City
that approves these design alterations from the original design so I can defend myself, our Partners
and Lender to the backlash from the 5 West Buyers and Tenants. I cannot underestimate how
concerned I am.
Thank you for your attention on this important issue and I look forward to receiving documentation
approving the current design.
Andy Holloran
HomeBase Partners
20 North Tracy Avenue
Bozeman, Montana 59715
406.404.1788
HBPartners.com