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PROJECT OVERVIEW
PROJECT OVERVIEW & GOALS
EXISTING CONDITIONS & HISTORY
SITE ZONING & LAND USES
GENERAL BUILDING INFORMATION
PUD POINTS PROVIDED
APPROVED RELAXATIONS
ALIGNMENT OF GOALS WITH DISTRICT PLANS AND
VISION NE GOALS
PUD COMMUNITY DESIGN OBJECTIVES
PROPOSED OWNERSHIP
ESTIMATED NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES FOR
BUSINESSES, RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPACT
MITIGATION & DESIGN METHODS TO REDUCE
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
RATIONALE FOR CHOICES MADE BY THE APPLICANT
GENERAL SITE DATA
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3.02
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3.05
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PROJECT OVERVIEW
PROJECT VISION
Cottonwood + Ida will create a vibrant and diverse community on a 2-acre underutilized mixed use site,
providing a diverse range of housing types to meet the needs of Bozeman.
The 92 dwelling units are designed to be attainable by middle-income residents. In order to respond to the variety
of building uses and sizes in the surrounding neighborhood, the development is organized into four residential
buildings providing a broad set of housing types: affordable and market-rate apartments, townhouses, live-
work units, and urban lofts.
While 10% of the rental units (7 of the 68 rental units) will be set aside for those earning less than 60% AMI to
help achieve the goals established in the city’s affordable housing ordinance, one of the guiding principles of
the development is a focus on creating units that are affordable-by-design; with modest unit sizes, reduced
parking demand, shared open space, and attractive common amenities; all in a walkable and bike-friendly
neighborhood.
The 30,182 GSF office building will attract mid-size commercial tenants looking for new or expanded space near
the downtown district.
The project supports the community’s desire for a local arts culture, and acknowledges the neighborhood’s
industrial past by including 3,600 SF of artisan manufacturing workshops. Located primarily along the ground
floor on Cottonwood Street, the workshops will activate the project’s open spaces, and encourage pedestrian
activity along the street edge.
A Public Mill Yard will occupy the center of the site, framed by the distinctive facade of the adjacent Misco Mill,
and lined with commercial and residential uses to provide day and evening, weekday and weekend activation.
We will be renovating the existing grain building (building 5) to provide for a small scale restaurant / cafe that
will activate the Mill Yard throughout the day.
The project will obtain site-wide certification under the LEED Neighborhood Development program.
GOALS OF THE PROJECT
1. PROVIDE FOR DIVERSE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING
2. THOUGHTFULLY INTEGRATE INTO THE EXISTING COMMUNITY OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD
3. PROMOTE BY EXAMPLE SUPERIOR URBAN DESIGN STRATEGIES
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EXISTING CONDITIONS & HISTORY
The property does not have a registered historic value; however, the project is attempting to preserve the existing
structure on the Southwest corner of the site that is believed to have predated 1937 based on aerial images from
that era. A search through Polk Directories dating back to 1935 did not turn up any commercial listing at this
site. It is believed that the Misco Mill on the adjacent property was constructed at the height of the depression
in 1934 and the grain bin storage shortly after that. Modified Historic Property record is provided in Appendix M.
Below are the old ariel photographs along with current pictures of the property.
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Figure 2
1937 Aerial Photograph605 East Cottonwood StreetBozeman, Montana
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EXISTING CONDITIONS & HISTORY
CONTINUED
A - NORTHEAST CORNER OF PROPERTY (ASPEN AND IDA)
B - NORTHWEST CORNER OF PROPERTY (ASPEN AND WALLACE)
C - SOUTHWEST CORNER OF PROPERTY (COTTONWOOD AND WALLACE)
D - SOUTHEAST CORNER OF PROPERTY (COTTONWOOD AND IDA)
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EXISTING CONDITIONS & HISTORY
CONTINUED
EXISTING BUILDING TO BE REHABILITATED - INTO PLAZA PAVILLION (BUILDING 5)
SOUTH EAST
NORTH WEST
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EXISTING CONDITIONS & HISTORY
CONTINUED
EXISTING BUILDING TO BE REHABILITATED - INTO PLAZA PAVILLION (BUILDING 5)
PRESERVE - ELEVATOR INTERIOR - ELEVATOR
PRESERVE - CRIB CONSTRUCTION INTERIOR
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NORTH
SITE ZONING & LAND USES
RS (RESIDENTIAL SUBURBAN)
RO (RESIDENTIAL OFFICE)
RMH (RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOME)
R5 (RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE HIGH DENSITY)
R4 (RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY)
R3 (RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM DENSITY)
R2 (RESIDENTIAL SINGLEHOUSEHOLD, MEDIUM DENSITY)
B3 (CENTRAL BUSINESS)
B2 (COMMUNITY BUSINESS)
M2 (MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL)
M1 (LIGHT MANUFACTURING)
HMU (HISTORIC MIXED USE)
PLI (PUBLIC LANDS/INSTITUTIONS)
MIXED USE
RESTAURANT/BAR
COMMERCIAL RETAIL SALES, SERVICES, BANKS
HOTEL/MOTEL
COMMERCIAL AUTO
ADMINISTRATIVE/PROFESSIONAL
LIGHT MANUFACTURING
PARK OR OPEN SPACE
CHURCH
PUBLIC FACILITY
SCHOOL/EDUCATIONAL FACILITY
SINGLEHOUSEHOLD RESIDENTIAL
MULTIHOUSEHOLD RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME/MOBILE PARK
UNDEVELOPED
VACANT
ZONING (1/2 MILE)
LAND USES (1/2 MILE)
B-2
M-2
R-S
M-1
M-1
R-MH
R-2
HMU
M-1
R-0
R-4
B-3 B-2
PLI
R-4
R-3R-3
R-2
R-5
PLIB-2M
PLI
R-5
R-4
R-4
R-1
R-5
R-3
PLI
PLI
M-2 M-1
M-1
R-S
M-1
R-S
PLI
R-3R-3
R-3
R-3
R-3
R-2
R-2
B-1
R-3
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GENERAL BUILDING INFORMATION
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BUILDINGS AND OTHER ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS
The development consists of 6 distinct buildings, providing 92 residential units,
29,700 SF of office space, 5,400 SF of artisan manufacturing workshop spaces, a 96
space below-grade parking garage, and community space:
1 APARTMENT BUILDING
Three and four stories over basement parking garage
23 Studio apartments
23 1-Bedroom flats
46 Units total
2 APARTMENT BUILDING
Three stories over basement parking garage
18 Studios With Common Spaces
18 Units Total
3 TOWNHOUSE-STYLE APARTMENTS
Three stories over grade
6 1-Bedroom Flats
6 2-Bedroom Townhouse-Style Apartments
12 Units Total
4 LOFT APARTMENT BUILDING
Three stories over grade
4 1-Bedroom Live-Work Apartments
12 2-Bedroom Loft-Style Apartments
16 Units Total
Artisan manufacturing (4A)
Approximately 3,573 net SF of ground floor workshop space to provide an active, pedestrian-
oriented street edge along Cottonwood Ave.
5 EXISTING REHABILITATED BUILDING
Renovated open air pavillion to provide an opportunity for a cafe on the plaza, as well as
accessory program for the adjacent open spaces (bike parking, storage, etc.).
6 OFFICE BUILDING
Approximately 30,182 GSF (27,580 net SF) of open-plan office space
7 BELOW-GRADE PARKING GARAGE
Approximately 96 spaces
8 LEASED OFF SITE PARKING LOT
UNIT MIX SUMMARY STUDIO 1BDRM 2BDRM TOTAL
UNIT COUNT 41 33 18 92
PERCENTAGE 42% 34% 24%
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING 21 POINTS
Three points for each percent of dwellings to be constructed in
the residential development which are provided by long term
contractual obligation to an affordable housing agency, for a
period not less than 20 years, with a written plan assuring on-
going affordability pricing and eligibility monitoring, and annual
re-certification.
Per UDO 38.700.020
Affordable housing. Housing for persons earning less than 65
percent of the area’s annual median income for rental housing
and 100 percent of the area’s annual median income for
purchased housing. Further, affordable housing does not require
greater than 33 percent of the household gross annual median
income for housing. Annual median income is defined by the
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Points achieved = 21 (7 rental units [ 7.6%] will be provided at
rental rates at a maximum of 60% AMI
ADDITIONAL OPEN SPACE
9.37 POINTS
One and ¼ point for each percentage of the project area that is
provided as publicly accessible open space. Project land area =
90,000 sf Publicly accessible plaza area = 6750 sf / 7.5% of the
project total. See Sheet AS.102 Land Dedication Table. These are
the public plazas indicated as Aspen Yard and Mill Yard.
UNDERUTILIZED AND BROWNFIELD SITES
6.67 POINTS
The site is 2 acres and the south acre previously had a scale
hobby train located on the site. The north half of the site has
been occupied by an industrial warehouse. Accounting for the
underutilized south portion a minimum of one point will be
achieved.
Per (d)
Underutilized and brownfield sites. One point for each 50 percent
increase in the total square footage of commercial and/or
industrial floor area on underutilized sites; one point for each
50 percent increase in the total number of dwelling units on
underutilized sites; one point for each acre developed of the
environmentally contaminated land; up to a total of one-third of
the performance points required to be earned.
Existing industrial / commercial floor area = 10,488
SF
50% increase factor = 5,244 SF
Proposed commercial floor area = 35,521 SF
Amount of increased SF = 35,521 – 10,488 = 25,033 SF
Number of 50% increase factors / points =25,033 /
5,244 = 4.77
One point for each 50% increase in total = 4.77
Existing number of dwelling units = 0 ( using base
density calculations would be 16 units)
50% increase factor = 8
Proposed number of dwelling units = 92
Number of units increased over base density = 92-16=
76 net increase
Net increase divided by the 50% increase factor =
points = 76 / 8 = 9.5
Environmentally contaminated land (does not apply)
Points reached = 4.77 (commercial increase) + 9.5
(residential increase) = 14.27
Maximum allowable (1/3) total of 6.67
DESIGNED TO MEET LEEDND
15 POINTS
The project design is based on LEED ND criteria. We intend on
keeping the design to this standard and hope to achieve these
points. The project has been registered and certified under
current LEED version 4. The project is on track to achieve LEED
Neighborhood Development Plan certification and possibly LEED
Silver. See the LEED information provided in the appendix for the
certification requirements and a breakdown of the LEED points
expected to be achieved.
INCLUSION OF LOWIMPACT DEVELOPMENT PLAN
6 POINTS
The use of low impact development standards is a project goal
and we hope to achieve these points by treating on-site storm
water exceeding chapter 40 requirements, incorporating a
integrated snow storage management plan, select plant species
that meet drought tolerant standards, inclusion of weather based
irrigation systems and limit the amount and type of sod.
PUD POINTS PROVIDED
PUBLIC OPEN SPACE
ENHANCED STREETSCAPE
WAYFINDING FEATURES
RECYCLING STATION
BUILDING HEIGHTS
PROVIDED ARE
AVERAGE ROOF
HEIGHT ABOVE THE
PARKING GARAGE
PERFORMANCE POINTS SEC 38.430.090 E.2.7
A minimum of 20 points need to be achieved; we are expecting to achieve between 43 and 62 points.
ITEM NOTES POINT
ARCHIEVED
AFFORDABLE HOUSING 7.6% OF THE UNITS OFFERED AT 60% AMI 21
ADDITIONAL OPEN SPACE PROJECT PROVIDES ADDITIONAL PUBLIC OPEN
SPACE OF 6,750 SF OR 7.5% OF THE PROJECT TOTAL 9.37
ADAPTIVE REUSE OF BUILDING
NOT USED HOWEVER WE ARE PROPOSING
TO REUSE THE GRAIN DEPOT BUILDING AS A
COMMUNITY CENTER
0
UNDERUTILIZED BROWNFIELD
SITE
SOUTH 1 ACRE IS CURRENTLY UNDERUTILIZED
AND COULD BE CLASSIFIED AS A BROWNFIELD
SITE
6.67
DESIGNED TO MEET LEEDND FOLLOWING LEEDND CRITERIA FOR TOTAL
DEVELOPMENT 15
INCLUSION OF LOWIMPACT
DEVELOPMENT
GREEN PRACTICES FOR STORMWATER
MANAGEMENT, LIMITED USE OF SOD, DROUGHT
TOLERANT PLANTS, ETC.
6
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION
NOT USED HOWEVER ALL BUILDINGS WILL
INCORPORATE BEST PRACTICES FOR SUSTAINABLE
DESIGN
0
INTEGRATED WAYFINDING
MEASURES
NOT USED HOWEVER THE PROJECT WILL UTILIZE
USE INTEGRATED WAYFINDING MEASURES FOR
PARKING, PLAZAS, OFF SITE LOCATIONS, AND
RESIDENTIAL ACTIVITIES
0
ON SITE RECYCLING
TRANSFER STATION
NOT USED HOWEVER THE PROJECT WILL
INCLUDE RECYCLING FACILITIES FOR BOTH
COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL USES
0
STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS
NOT USED HOWEVER ENHANCED STREETSCAPES
WILL BE PROVIDED ALONG COTTONWOOD, ASPEN
AND IDA
0
TOTAL POINTS NEEDED REQUIRED POINTS TO MEET PUD CRITERIA 20
TOTAL POINTS PROVIDED POINTS THE PROJECT MEETS 58
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RELAXATIONS FROM APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE UDC CHAPTER 38
Based on the underlying zoning of NEHMU we are requesting relaxations relative to the PUD for
consideration. The goal of the project is to create a development that responds to the unique character
of the district and provides for the needs of the community at large. The NEHMU is a unique district
characterized by a broad spectrum of uses from residential to industrial. In many ways, this district
was the first mixed use neighborhood in Bozeman. Our proposal includes a mix of both residential and
commercial activity that responds well to the variety of uses. Over time the neighborhood has evolved to
include more service-oriented businesses and is now host to cafes and coffeeshops along with a strong
pattern of residential uses.
We are requesting a total of eight relaxations to achieve the project which are outlined below.
RELAXATION 1: APARTMENT BUILDINGS AS AN ALLOWABLE USE
• CODE PROVISION: 38.310.040 Authorized uses – Commercial, mixed-use and industrial
• TABLE 38.310.040.C: Permitted residential uses in commercial, mixed-use, and industrial zoning
districts
We are requesting that apartment buildings be included in the allowable uses for this project. In an effort
provide more affordable rental housing for the City of Bozeman we are looking to provide apartments as a
primary use type within the NEHMU.
Rationale: The need for market rate and affordable rentals in walkable neighborhoods is key to the future
success and livability of Bozeman. The current zoning type (NEHMU) was developed long ago as a bridge
between residential uses and industrial uses. Overtime the neighborhood has evolved to become more of
a residential enclave hosting many homes, cafes and artists while keeping the unique manufacturing vibe.
Our project hopes to build on these trends and provide more opportunities and variety for housing. The
additional housing will make the opportunity for residents to work and live in the same neighborhood. The
added housing will create the possibility to provide both affordable units as well as market rate options.
• The current zoning allows for apartments as an accessory use and is permitted on
the second floors of commercial uses. We feel that our approach will make a better
connection to the street by allowing residences to occur on the ground floor, as well as
the second and subsequent floors. Residential uses are permitted on the ground floor
in other portions of the code for this district and thus this would be consistent with that.
RELAXATION 2: SMALL SCALE RESTAURANTS INCREASE IN SIZE FROM 1500 TO 2200 SF
• CODE PROVISION: 38.310.040 Authorized uses – Commercial, mixed-use and industrial
• TABLE 38.310.040.C: Permitted residential uses in commercial, mixed-use, and industrial zoning
districts
We are requesting an increase in the area of small-scale restaurants allowed in the NEHUM from 1500 SF as
noted in Table 38.310.040 from 1500 SF to 2200 SF(3,000 SF if outdoor seating space is included).
Rationale: The current code provides for a maximum of 1500 SF for restaurant service area in the NEHMU.
APPROVED RELAXATIONS
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We are redeveloping an existing historic grain building into a possible restaurant space and would like
to utilize the entire building for a future restaurant. The building area is 2,175 SF and we have planned
to have interior service area of 1200 SF and outdoor service area of up to 900 SF. While the space in the
interior meets the current code limits, we would like to provide outdoor seating for patrons to enjoy the
generous public plaza (Mill Yard) being created. It is understood that the outdoor seating would mostly
be activated seasonally and concurrently with a greater amount of pedestrian / bike traffic. An objective
of the Growth Policy is to provide for and support infill development that respects context of the existing
development surrounding it. By preserving and reusing this historic building and completing the plaza
space with a restaurant use it will attain many of the goals of the Growth Policy, and will produce a better
outcome than the current code would have otherwise provided.
RELAXATION 3: REDUCTION IN THE REQUIRED FRONT YARD SETBACK
• CODE PROVISION: 38.320.050 Form and Intensity standards - Non-residential and other mixed
use districts
• TABLE 38.320.050: zone type NEHMU - Front Setback
The current zoning front setback requirement is listed as 20’ and the project seeks to allow for a 8’ setback
around the entire site. This front setback is larger than the 8’ in many cases as the project has created public
through ways into the site to access an internal public plaza space.
Rationale: The intent of the project is first and foremost to create a vibrant street edge that responds to
the conditions in the neighborhood. The neighborhood is marked by several historic homes and argi-
industrial structures that were built long before setbacks were dictated in the zoning code. Because of
this there is a tremendous variation of setbacks from the street edge in the neighborhood. Our mixed-use
project is looking to develop at a pattern more consistent with urban standards to be more efficient with
land use as well as create a stronger pedestrian experience.
We are seeking the front yard setbacks be 10rather than the required 20’. The 20’ setbacks certainly set a
more suburban standard and would not convey the same sense of pedestrian experience. Additionally, the
properties along both Aspen (3’) and Cottonwood (10’) currently have setbacks around this 10’ dimension
or less and we feel that the street edge pattern would be better served to match these relationships.
RELAXATION 4: REDUCTION IN THE REQUIRED SIDE SETBACK TO ALLOW FOR ZERO LOT LINE
CONDITION
• CODE PROVISION: 38.320.050 Form and Intensity standards - Non-residential and other mixed-
use districts
• TABLE 38.320.050: zone type NEHMU - Side Setback
The current zoning side setback requirement is listed as 3’ and we are requesting that zero lot line conditions
are allowed per other zones identified in the BMC 38.320.050.C Table of Form and Intensity Standards. Adding
allowance for zero lot lines to the NEHMU minimum setbacks required for the NEHMU for this PUD.
Rationale: The setback reduction provides for the creation of separate lots on this unique mixed-use
project. This separation only occurs between lots A and B for Building 3. It will appear to all passersby that
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there is in fact a 20’ separation between Building 2 on Lot A and Building 3 on Lot B. This is because the
only portions of the buildings that exhibit the zero lot line condition are below grade at the parking garage
level. All the appropriate easements and accesses will be reflected in the final lot boundary alignment.
RELAXATION 5: INCREASE IN BUILDING HEIGHT
• CODE PROVISION: 38.320.050 Form and Intensity standards - Non-residential and other mixed-
use districts
• TABLE 38.320.050: zone type NEHMU - Maximum building height
The current building height in the district is 45’ (exclusive of elevator penthouses and parapets). While there are
several historic buildings in the district that exceed this height limitation, it is our intent to achieve a building
height only marginally higher than the 45’ and are requesting a maximum building height as described by code
of 54’.
Rationale: The project proposes a cluster of 3-story buildings on the perimeter of the 2-acre site and
create landscaped podium level with parking hidden underneath. The effective building height from the
podium level is near to or at 45’ for all buildings. These additional heights are needed to accommodate
the parking level below the podium. The primary reason for this was to keep the parking structure out of
the seasonal high-water table which is at 8’ below grade. The site naturally drops 4’ from the South to the
North which provides a way to diminish the effects the below grade parking has. Building heights range
throughout the project from 25’ to 54’ measured from the sidewalk level, with most of the street faces
having approximately a 47’ height.
RELAXATION 6: SEEKING AN INCREASE IN LOT COVERAGE FROM 40% TO 45%
• CODE PROVISION: 38.320.050 Form and Intensity standards - Non-residential and other mixed-
use districts
• TABLE 38.320.050: zone type NEHMU - Lot Coverage
The current zoning Maximum lot coverage (38.320.020.A) is 40% for primarily residential uses and 100% for
primarily nonresidential uses. The project would be classified as primarily residential given that the bulk of the
use square footage is programmed as residential. Specifically, 72% is residential and 26% is commercial use.
The project is a requesting an increase in lot coverage from 40% to 45%.
Rationale: The project has been thoughtfully designed to provide for a mix of uses on the site. Given that
portions of the site are in fact commercial we feel that this additional lot coverage is minimal and any loss
to the perceived open area that might have come with 5% less in lot coverage is more than made up for in
the positive attributes of the design. The current site design is 41.4% lot coverage, however there may be
some adjustments needed through the final design, thus the request of 45%. Additionally, a considerable
amount of our site area is being dedicated for public access for the community to enjoy.
RELAXATION 7: SEEKING A DECREASE IN BLOCK FRONTAGE TRANSPARENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR
PORTIONS OF THE PROJECT
• CODE PROVISION: 38.510.030.C Landscape Block frontage standards
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The blockfrontage standards state that a “Landscaped” frontage adjacent for residential have a minimum
transparency (percentage of glass) of 15%. We are requesting a relaxation to this for Building 2 (along the East
face, Ida frontage) and Building 3 (on the North, facing the private residential plaza and on the South, facing
the Cottonwood frontage). In all of these cases we are able to meet a 8% transparency requirement. We are
requesting that the façade transparency requirement be 8% for these locations
Rationale: The project has been thoughtfully designed to provide for privacy, views and quality pedestrian
experience along the street and sidewalk edge. These buildings all contain residential uses and have
allocated windows for views and privacy. Given the space planning requirements for the individual
residential units, windows have been placed to correspond with floors plans and to maintain energy
efficiencies. The well thoughtout landscape plan and site circulation has provided a quality pedestrian
experience for the guest to the site, along with the residents. These reductions in transparency will
produce a superior quality design for this project than would otherwise be found in the strict enforcement
of the code.
RELAXATIONS OR DEPARTURES FROM OTHER PORTIONS OF THE CODE
RELAXATION 8: SEEKING A DECREASE IN BLOCK FRONTAGE TRANSPARENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR
PORTIONS OF THE PROJECT
• CODE PROVISION: 38.510.030.B Storefront Block frontage standards
The block frontage standards state in table 38.510.030.B that at least 60% of the ground floor area between
30” and 10’ above the sidewalk on primary facades be transparent/glazed. We are requesting a reduction to
this such that a minimum of 30% is allowed. The project contains a couple of instances of this Building 4 along
Cottonwood Street.
Rationale: The project is designated as a mixed block front standard and as such we have addressed
portions of the project as landscaped frontages and portions that more closely resemble storefront. In
all cases, the very best design effort has been applied to ensure that the intent of the code is being met.
In the case of Storefront standards the various buildings that this applies to are Building 4, and Building
5. Building 4 is intended to be for small “makers studio spaces” while other use may be appropriate this
is the intent and to enhance these artist studios feel we have provided generous 8’ wide glass garage
doors along with full glass entry doors for each of the studios. We feel that this approach will enhance
the character of the district by encouraging artist appropriate spaces which are not necessarily spaces
that have full glass across the front because much of the work in the process might not want to be on
display. Building 4 provides 48% of the required transparency. The other instance where this occurs in
on Building 5 which is quasi-historic grain building that has existing crib constructed walls on the North,
West, and South. The North face in the one that faces the street and given the desire to preserve as much
of these existing wood walls we needed to limit the amount of glass on this façade. The intended use for
this building is that of a small café while having a larger percentage of glass along Cottonwood might be
beneficial in this case the building also enjoys three other elevations that face public space that afford
the needed transparency for the building’s occupants. Additionally, the pedestrian experience will not be
sacrificed with the reduction in glass due in part the well-designed retrofit of this old building as well
as the abundance of pedestrian plaza space that surround this building and project. This relaxation will
produce a superior design and experiential outcome than would have otherwise been afforded with the
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strict interpretation of the code as can be seen from the well thought out and unique designs of all of the
buildings.
RELAXATION 9: PARKING CALCULATION FOR RESIDENTIAL USES SPECIFICALLY FOR EFFICIENCY
AND ONE-BEDROOM UNITS
Division 38.540 Parking
38.540.050 Number of parking spaces required
A. 1. Residential uses
• CODE PROVISION: Table 38.540.050-1
EFFICIENCY DWELLING UNITS
The current code utilizes a calculation for efficiency units at a rate of 1.25 parking spaces per efficiency unit. We
are requesting a relaxation to this that is similar to other zoning districts in our community of 1 parking space
per efficiency unit.
ONE BEDROOM UNITS
The code calculates the number of parking spaces for a one-bedroom unit at 1.5 parking spaces for each one-
bedroom unit. We are requesting that a rate of 1.25 parking spaces for each one-bedroom unit which is also
applied to other zoning districts in our community.
Rationale: The mix and types of housing provide an opportunity to more critically study the parking
allowances for this project. The project is mostly composed of 1 bedroom and efficiency units that range
in size from as low as 315 SF up to 600 SF 1 bedroom units. These smaller units provide efficiency as well
as a greater likely hood of a single occupant in most cases. The parking standards used elsewhere in the
country and even within the City of Bozeman Standards allow for efficiency units to be counted at a factor
of 1 and for one-bedroom units factored at 1.25.
The location of this property within walking distance to many basic services, transit availability, car
share and well-developed bike facilities will promote the use of alternate means of transportation other
than a car. Additionally, creating other opportunities for commercial activities on site will allow for some
residents to walk to work and not find the need for a car.
The project is taking a progressive approach to design and planning that considers modern trends in
housing and in car ownership. A recent study from Stanford University economist Tony Seba found that
private car ownership will drop 80% by 2030. While this is a bit of a stretch for rural Montana, statistics
are showing a general decline in car ownership and an increase in multimodal transportation options.
RELAXATION 10: PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR NONRESIDENTIAL USES ADJUSTMENTS TO
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• CODE PROVISION: 38.540.050 Number of parking spaces required, A. 2. Non-residential uses
• CODE PROVISION: Table 38.540.050-3
The current code provides for adjustments to minimum standards for parking in commercial zone types and
provides a general percentage reduction based on the type of uses and whether or not it is in a mixed-use
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neighborhood. These reductions range from 10% to 50%. We are requesting a reduction to our nonresidential
parking demand of 40%. This reduction is taken after the bike parking reduction on Building 6 and no further
reductions will be added.
Rationale: The current zoning district was the first mixed use designation for the City and one of the
smallest. While it holds this distinction, it is also one of the most overlooked districts as changes and
modifications have occurred elsewhere in the code to support mixed use neighborhoods. This district
matches what a small-scale community commercial mixed-use district looks and performs like, hosting
a variety of services, employment opportunities and housing. We are looking to apply the same standards
that are found elsewhere in the code and a similar reduction found in the ITE standards for mixed use
projects. These standards provide for a contemplated reduction in parking for nonresidential use in a
mixed use neighborhood since many of the patrons and employees would likely live within walking distance
and would not require as many parking spaces to accommodate them. Additionally, access to other forms
of transportation including, car share, transit, and well-developed bike facilities will further promote the
non- reliance on the automobile. Another practical application of this that is applied in the ITE is based
on the actual hours of use based on each use type in a mixed use project. For instance ITE calculations
show that the average weekday parking demand at its highest at 4:00 pm when both residential and
nonresidential uses overlap 44% and 90% respectively. This would still only require a total of 124 spaces
for the project, where we have collectively provided 200 spaces. This is a logical use of parking reductions
that will provide greater opportunity for a successful mixed-use neighborhood.
RELAXATION 11: PROVIDE FOR BACK OUT ANGLED PARKING ALONG THE COTTONWOOD STREET
FRONTAGE
• CODE PROVISION: UDC 38.400.050.A.1
The current code states that all streets shall meet the City of Bozeman current design standards and
specifications policy and that the City of Bozeman Modifications ot the Montana Public Works Standards
Specifications shall apply. These standards do not provide for back out angled parking along a local street. We
are requesting that back out angled parking be allowed given that this will match the full existing full street
section along Cottonwood. The owner’s association for the project will be responsible for snow removal for this
portion of the street.
Rationale: The existing street section along Cottonwood has back out angled parking along the South
curb line. We are proposing to continue this condition along the North curb line in front of our project. The
cohesiveness of the street section will be better served by having matching conditions along both sides of
the street. Additionally, Cottonwood is not a through street in the sense that this portion of Cottonwood
only runs for three blocks in the NEHMU. The street will function more as a parking street than a through
street in this instance and will produce a superior design outcome than would otherwise be had with the
strict enforcement of the code. All other conditions of street drainage and design specifications will be
met with the final engineering design. As mentioned above the owner’s association will be responsible for
the maintenance of the proposed parking area this will include the snow removal and maintenance of the
parking surface area. This is noted in draft condominium documents.
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HONOR / ENHANCE UNIQUE CHARACTER OF THE DISTRICT AND FOSTER A SENSE OF PLACE
THROUGH MASSING SCALE, AND PLACEMENT OF BUILDINGS ON THE SITE THE PROJECT HONORS THE SCALE OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD. ADDITIONALLY, PROGRAM ELEMENTS SUCH AS ARTISTS, MAKERS ETC. HELP FOSTER A SENSE OF PLACE.
SUPPORT INFILL DEVELOPMENT THAT PROVIDES ADDITIONAL DENSITY AND RESPECTS CONTEXT
THE LOCATION OF THE SITE AND SURROUNDING EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE CREATED A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR INFILL IN ITS TRUEST SENSE. THE MASSING AND SCALE OF THE BUILDINGS GO FURTHER TO RESPECT THE UNIQUE CONTEXT OF THE SITE BY MAINTAINING 3 STORIES WHILE STILL ADDING THE NEEDED DENSITY TO ACHIEVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING GOALS AND REDUCE THE IMPACTS OF SPRAWL ON OUR COMMUNITY.
PROMOTE ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND BUILDING & PLANNING TECHNIQUES
THE PROJECT MEETS LEED ND STANDARDS AND INCORPORATES SEVERAL SUSTAINABLE DESIGN TECHNIQUES. THE USE OF UNDERGROUND PARKING, CLOSE PROXIMITY TO SERVICES, ADDITIONAL BIKE AND MULTI MODAL TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS AND GREENROOFS ALL ADD TO THE BEST PRACTICES OF ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND DESIGN AND PLANNING.
PROVIDE SAFE, HEALTHY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE
THROUGH THE CREATION OF ADDITIONAL PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE AND PEDESTRIAN PLAZAS AND WALKS A HEALTHIER NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN HAS BEEN DEVELOPED THROUGH THIS PROJECT. ADDITIONALLY THE NATURE OF THIS INFI LL DEVELOPMENT WILL DECREASE THE NEED FOR AUTOMOBILES AND WILL CONTRIBUTE TO A MORE WALKABLE COMMUNITY.
SUPPORT ARTISTS AND PROVIDE OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC ART PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTIST RESIDENCES AND STUDIO SPACES AND INCORPORATING PUBLIC ART IN THE PLAZA SPACES WILL HELP TO SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS AND OVERALL IMPACT OF ART IN OUR COMMUNITY.
RECOGNIZE IMPORTANCE OF BRIDGER VIEW SHED AND NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACTS
BY KEEPING THE BUILDINGS ON THE PERIMETER TO A MAXIMUM OF 3 STORIES AND BREAKING UP THE BUILDINGS INTO SEVERAL SMALLER BUILDINGS RATHER THAN ONE LARGE ONE TO MAINTAIN VIEW ANGLES THROUGH THE SITE.
PROMOTE SECURE PUBLIC OPENSPACES, POCKET PARKS, URBAN ROOMS, PLAZAS AND PUBLIC GATHERING SPACES
THE PROJECT HAS OVER 20,000 SF OF PUBLIC PLAZA SPACES AND NEARLY A 1/4 MILE OF PEDESTRIAN WALKS THAT WILL BE IMPROVED WITH THIS PROJECT.
ADDITIONALLY THE THROUGH CONNECTIONS ON SITE WILL INCREASE THE WALKABLITY OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD.
ENCOURAGE THE INCLUSION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING
THE PROJECT PROVIDES 7.6% OF THE UNITS AT AFFORDABLE RATES AND THE BALANCE OF UNITS ARE INTENDED TO BE ATTAINABLE AT 65% AMI. THE GOAL OF BOTH AFFORDABLE AND ATTAINABLE HOUSING IS AT THE CENTER OF THIS PROJECT AND WILL GO A LONG WAY TOWARDS PROVIDING THE NEEDED HOUSING STOCK FOR BOZEMAN.
CREATE A BROAD RANGE OF HOUSING TYPES THE PROJECT INCLUDES A RANGE OF HOUSING TYPES AND SIZES, FROM 2 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE FL ATS, AS WELL AS 2 BEDROOM, 1 BEDROOM, STUDIO AND EFFICIENCY APARTMENT UNITS. THIS RANGE WILL MEET THE NEEDS OF A VERY BROAD DEMOGRAPHIC AND KEEP THE NEIGHBORHOOD VIBRANT.
NEIGHBORHOOD DESIGN AND HUMAN SCALE
THE PROJECT FINDS THE RIGHT BALANCE OF THE NEED FOR DEVELOPMENT TO PROVIDE HOUSING, OFFICES, AND ARTIST SPACES WHILE KEEP THE SCALE OF THE OVERALL DEVELOPMENT COMPATIBLE WITH THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND PROVIDES A HUMAN SCALE. THIS IS DONE BY KEEPING BUILDING HEIGHTS TO THREE STORIES, PLACING PARKING UNDERGROUND, AND BREAKING THE BUILDINGS INTO SMALL CLUSTERS THAT WILL PROVIDE THE HUMAN SCALE.
STRATEGICALLY INVEST IN URBAN RENEWAL
THE SITE IS LOCATED AT THE CENTER OF THE NORTHEAST URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT AND THROUGH THIS DEVELOPMENT SEVERAL OF THE CONDITIONS OF BLIGHT AND THE MUCH NEEDED INFRASTRUCTURE WILL BE COMPLETED. THIS WILL PROMOTE THE LONG TERM GOALS OF THE DISTRICT AND CONTRIBUTE SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE OVERALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEEDS OF THE CITY.
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PUDP Checklist 14 E. Explanation for each of the Community Design Objectives and criteria in Section
38.430.090.E
SECTION 38.430.090.E DESIGN OBJECTIVES AND PUD CRITERIA
A. ALL DEVELOPMENT
1. Does the development comply with all city design standards, requirements and
specifications for the following services: water supply, trails / walks / bike ways, sanitary
supply, irrigations companies, fire protections, electricity, flood hazard areas, natural
gas, telephone, storm drainage, cable television, and streets?
Yes - all services and systems conform to the latest building codes adopted by the City of
Bozeman Building Department. Standard services including water, sanitary supply, fire
protection meet the current standards and codes issued by the City of Bozeman. Trails,
walkways and bikeways have been provided both onsite as well as logical connections to the
surrounding neighborhood networks.
2. Does the project preserve or replace existing natural vegetation?
N/A - there are not significant existing natural vegetation features to be preserved. The
current site conditions have about 45% of the site covered with building or paved surface and
the unpaved areas have unmaintained weeds and bushes. The project will have less solid
surface lot coverage and will have extensive landscaping. These are 6 trees that will need to
be removed to accommodate the podium construction. Over 30 new trees will be planted on
site with this project.
3. Are the elements of the site plan (e.g. Buildings, circulation, open space and landscaping,
etc.) designed and arranged to produce an efficient, functionally organized and cohesive
planned unit development?
Yes - the layout of the buildings and placement of the plaza provide for open and direct
connections across the site, and efficient circulation for both the residents and the public.
4. Does the arrangement of elements of the site plan (e.g. Building construction, orientation,
and placement; transportation networks; selection and placement of landscape materials;
and/ or use of renewable energy sources; etc.) Contribute to the overall reduction of
energy use by the project?
Yes - this infill project contributes to the overall reduction of energy, as does the walkability
of the site plan and street edges. These have further been reinforced through the LEED
Neighborhood Design Status we will achieve through this development.
5. Are the elements of the site plan (e.g. Buildings, circulation, open space and landscaping,
etc.) designed and arranged to maximize privacy of the residents of the project?
Yes - special consideration has been given to the various types of dwelling units to provide
both privacy and accessibility. Ground level units will incorporate private outdoor spaces that
will function as a privacy screen from other at grade activities. The second and third floor
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units afford privacy due to their placement above grade. Each building is designed to maximize
privacy while encouraging interaction with the other residents and community members
through plaza spaces and shared roof decks.
6. Parkland - Does the design and arrangement of buildings and open space areas contribute
to the overall aesthetic quality of the site configuration and has the area of parkland or open
space been provided for each proposed dwelling as required by Section 38.420.020?
Yes - we have provided all the open space and parkland required by the code. The primary
organizing factor and key design goal was to create common public spaces that invite activity
for residents, office users and neighborhood denizens to enjoy. We have accomplished this
through the thoughtful arrangements of buildings - creating open spaces that vary in scale
and character across the site. These include public plazas, private residential plazas, private
personal outdoor spaces and balconies, and shared roof decks.
7. Performance - All PUDs must earn at least 20 performance points.
Yes - we have achieved 58 points for the project. For specifics, see Section 3.04, page 44-45 of
this document.
8. Is the development being properly integrated into the development and circulation patters
of adjacent and nearby neighborhoods so that this development will not become an isolated
“pad” to adjoining development?
Yes - the project will create new connections to the neighborhood through the construction of
upgraded street networks and sidewalks. The public plaza spaces will afford access and views
through the site further connecting the project to the neighborhood.
SECTION 38.430.090.E DESIGN OBJECTIVES AND PUD CRITERIA
A. MIXED USE
Planned unit developments in mixed-use areas (REMU, UMU, and NEHMU Zoning Districts) may include
commercial, light industrial, residential and mixes of various primary and accessory uses. The types or
combination of the uses are determined based upon its merits, benefits, potential impact upon adjacent
land uses and intensity of development.
1. Is the project substantially consistent with the intent and purpose statements for the
underlying zoning district?
Yes - The underlying zoning is NEHMU, the “intent of this area is to allow private and case-by-
case determination of the most appropriate use of land in a broad range of both non-residential
and residential uses.” Additionally, “The unique qualities and nature of the area are not found
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elsewhere in the city and should be preserved as a place offering additional opportunities for
creative integration of land uses.” This project is very consistent with this intent. We include
a range of housing types, and a range - and type - of commercial activity consistent with the
zoning.
2. Is the project located adjacent or within proximity to an arterial or collector street that
provides access to the site?
Yes - The property is located 300 feet from Peach Street (Collector) and 300 feet from Tamarack
Street (Collector) and 900+/- feet from Rouse Ave which is designated as a Principal Arterial in
the City street network.
3. Is the project on at least two acres of land?
Yes - 2.01 acres
4. Do the uses relate to each other in terms of location within the PUD, pedestrian and
vehicular circulation, architectural design, utilization of common open space and facilities,
streetscapes etc.?
Yes
5. Does the overall project exceed the FAR “floor area ratios” envisioned for the underlying
zoning district?
N/A - none specified for the NEHMU district. The F.A.R. for this project is 1.8
6. Is it compatible with and does it reflect the unique character of the surrounding area?
Yes - The character of the surrounding area has a mix of residential and commercial activity.
There are two- and four-story mixed-use residential projects, a 70 feet repurposed grain
elevator, metal warehouse buildings, historic brick buildings and single-family homes. We
strove to develop a mass and scale that is consistent with this while being able to provide
opportunities for more affordable units. The use of materials and unique architecture further
reinforces the character of the district.
7. Is there direct vehicular and pedestrian access between on-site parking areas and adjacent
existing or future offsite parking areas that contain more than 10 spaces?
Yes - the project will lease parking spaces on an adjacent site which will have more than
10 spaces (72 spaces). Additionally, given that this project is surrounded on three sides by
public streets creates direct connections both vehicular and pedestrian with the surrounding
neighborhood.
8. Does the project encourage infill, or does the project otherwise demonstrate compliance
with the land use guidelines of the Bozeman Growth Policy?
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Yes - The project is exemplary of infill, it is taking an underutilized warehouse / brownfield site
and redeveloping it to include a mix of both residential uses and commercial activity that will
efficiently use the surrounding infrastructure.
9. Does the project provide for outdoor recreational areas (such as urban plazas, courtyards,
landscaped areas, open spaces, or urban trails) for the use and enjoyment of those living in,
working in or visiting the development?
Yes - The project has provisions for urban plazas, courtyards, landscaped areas, access to off
site open spaces and trails. See Landscape.
10. Does the project provide for private outdoor areas (e.g. private setbacks, patios and/or
balconies etc.) for use by the residents and employees of the project which are sufficient
in size and have adequate light, sun, ventilation, privacy and convenient access to the
household or commercial units they are intended to serve?
Yes - per the UDC the project has provided private outdoor spaces, patios and balconies per
code for use by both commercial units and residential units.
11. Does the project provide outdoor areas for use by persons living and working in the
development for active or passive recreational activities?
Yes - The uses contemplated in this project would be more passive recreation in nature,
however the project is located along a trail system that connects to the Story Mill Park which
offers many active recreational opportunities.
12. Is the overall project designed to enhance the natural environment, conserve energy and
provide efficient public services and faculties?
Yes - The very nature of infill development and specifically this project achieving LEED ND
Standards provides further evidence of the project’s commitment to conserving energy and
preserving the natural environment.
13. If the project is proposing a residential density bonus as described below, does it include a
variety of housing types and urban styles design to address the community-wide issues of
affordability and diversity of housing stock?
N/A - No density bonuses are proposed - however we meet housing diversity and affordability
metrics.
14. Residential Density bonus.
N/A - The project is not proposing any residential density bonuses.
OWNERSHIP
MASTER OWNERSASSOCIATION
OWNS / MAINTAINS:Parking LotsGeneral Common Areas Outside of Bldgs (Landscaping)Building #5 (Public Use)Land Under Buildings
BUILDING 1RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)BUILDING 2RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
BUILDING 5COMMERCIAL CONDO(PUBLIC USE) See MasterOwners Assoc.
BUILDING 3RESIDENTIAL CONDO (SALE)
BUILDING 4RESIDENTIAL (SALE) / COMMERCIAL CONDO
BUILDING 6COMMERCIAL CONDO (RENTAL)
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
OWNS / MAINTAINS:
LIMITED COMMON AREAS OUTSIDE OF BLDG 4: Outside of Bldg (Studs Out)Exterior Windows
COMMON AREAS INSIDE CONDO
UNIT OWNERS
OWN / MAINTAINS:Interior Unit (Studs In)
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
OWNS / MAINTAINS:
LIMITED COMMON AREAS OUTSIDE OF BLDG 3: Outside of Bldg (Studs Out)Exterior Windows
COMMON AREAS INSIDE CONDO
UNIT OWNERS
OWN / MAINTAINS:Interior Unit (Studs In)
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
OWNS / MAINTAINS:
LIMITED COMMON AREAS OUTSIDE OF BLDG 2: Outside of Bldg (Studs Out)Exterior Windows
COMMON AREAS INSIDE CONDO
UNIT OWNERS
OWN / MAINTAINS:Interior Unit (Studs In)
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
OWNS / MAINTAINS:
LIMITED COMMON AREAS OUTSIDE OF BLDG 1: Outside of Bldg (Studs Out)Exterior Windows
COMMON AREAS INSIDE CONDO
UNIT OWNERS
OWN / MAINTAINS:Interior Unit (Studs In)
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
OWNS / MAINTAINS:
LIMITED COMMON AREAS OUTSIDE OF BLDG 6: Parking Lot @ BreweryLease of Parking Lot @ BreweryOutside of Bldg (Studs Out)Exterior Windows
COMMON AREAS FOR CONDO: ElevatorAssigned Parking In Lot (If Any)EntrywayLocker Room / Showers
UNIT OWNERS
OWN / MAINTAINS:Interior Unit (Studs In)
DIRECTOR
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The project will be organized under a condominium regime, see Appendix L for Draft Condominium
Documents where each building will pay a proportionate share to the condo master to cover common
areas (including public common areas), limited common area, and general maintenance. Each building
will also have its own condominium owner’s association that can manage more building-specific issues
such as elevators, stair towers, mail rooms and other common and limited common elements.
PROPOSED OWNERSHIP
3 DIRECTORS PER CONDO ASSOCIATION (Elected By Unit Owners)ONE DIRECTOR PER BUILDING WILL ALSO BE A DIRECTOR OF MASTER OWNERS ASSOCIATION
EACH OWNER WILL A MEMBER OF THECONDO OWNERS ASSOCIATION & MASTERS OWNERS ASSOCIATION
GOVERNANCE
MASTER OWNERSASSOCIATION Members are all owners within PUD
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 1RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 2RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
BUILDING 5COMMERCIAL CONDO(PUBLIC USE)MANAGED BY MASTEROWNERS ASSOC.
DIRECTOR #1
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR #2
#1DIRECTOR #3
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 3RESIDENTIAL CONDO (SALE)
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
BUILDING 4RESIDENTIAL (SALE) / COMMERCIAL CONDO
DIRECTOR
#1
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR #2
#1DIRECTOR #3
BUILDING 6COMMERCIAL CONDO (RENTAL)
3 DIRECTORS PER CONDO ASSOCIATION (Elected By Unit Owners)ONE DIRECTOR PER BUILDING WILL ALSO BE A DIRECTOR OF MASTER OWNERS ASSOCIATION
EACH OWNER WILL A MEMBER OF THECONDO OWNERS ASSOCIATION & MASTERS OWNERS ASSOCIATION
GOVERNANCE
MASTER OWNERSASSOCIATION Members are all owners within PUD
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 1RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 2RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
BUILDING 5COMMERCIAL CONDO(PUBLIC USE)MANAGED BY MASTEROWNERS ASSOC.
DIRECTOR #1
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 3RESIDENTIAL CONDO (SALE)
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
BUILDING 4RESIDENTIAL (SALE) / COMMERCIAL CONDO
DIRECTOR
#1
DIRECTOR #1
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR #2 DIRECTOR #3
BUILDING 6COMMERCIAL CONDO (RENTAL)
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FINANCE
MASTER OWNERSASSOCIATION Members are all owners within PUD
BUILDING 5COMMERCIAL CONDO(PUBLIC USE)MANAGED BY MASTEROWNERS ASSOC.
ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
UNIT OWNERS PAY FEE TO OWNERS ASSOC.* (% Based On Unit Sq. Ft. / Building Sq.)*This fee includes fee for Master Owners Assoc.OWNERS ASSOC. PAY FEE TO MASTER ASSOC. (% Based On Bldg Sq Ft. / All Building Sq.)
UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 6COMMERCIAL CONDO (RENTAL)
BUILDING 4RESIDENTIAL (SALE) / COMMERCIAL CONDO
BUILDING 3RESIDENTIAL CONDO (SALE)BUILDING 2RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)BUILDING 1RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
FINANCE
MASTER OWNERSASSOCIATION Members are all owners within PUD
BUILDING 5COMMERCIAL CONDO(PUBLIC USE)MANAGED BY MASTEROWNERS ASSOC.
ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
UNIT OWNERS PAY FEE TO OWNERS ASSOC.* (% Based On Unit Sq. Ft. / Building Sq.)*This fee includes fee for Master Owners Assoc.
OWNERS ASSOC. PAY FEE TO MASTER ASSOC. (% Based On Bldg Sq Ft. / All Building Sq.)
UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS UNIT OWNERS
BUILDING 6COMMERCIAL CONDO (RENTAL)
BUILDING 4RESIDENTIAL (SALE) / COMMERCIAL CONDO
BUILDING 3RESIDENTIAL CONDO (SALE)BUILDING 2RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)BUILDING 1RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
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ASSOCIATION DUTIES BEYOND MAINTENANCE
MASTER OWNERSASSOCIATION
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Architectural ReviewCommon Parking Maintenance & RulesCommon Area Rules including but not limited to: Pavilion Use, Snow Removal on Common Walkways, Signage on General Common, Storm Water Maintenance, Collection from Each Association, Maintenance of Sprinklers & Landscaping.Dispute Resolution Between Building Associations
BUILDING 1RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)BUILDING 2RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
BUILDING 5COMMERCIAL CONDO(PUBLIC USE) See MasterOwners Assoc.
BUILDING 3RESIDENTIAL CONDO (SALE)
BUILDING 4RESIDENTIAL (SALE) / COMMERCIAL CONDO
BUILDING 6COMMERCIAL CONDO (RENTAL)
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interior Signage
Collection From Members
Member Dispute Resolution
Parking Lease
Exterior of Building 6:
Landscaping (within X Feet)
Clean-up (within X Feet)
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interior Signage
Collection From Members
Member Dispute Resolution
Exterior of Building 4:
Landscaping (within X Feet)
Clean-up (within X Feet)
DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interior Signage
Collection From Members
Member Dispute Resolution
Exterior of Building 3:
Landscaping (within X Feet)
Clean-up (within X Feet)
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interior Signage
Collection From Members
Member Dispute Resolution
Exterior of Building 2:
Landscaping (within X Feet)
Clean-up (within X Feet)
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interior Signage
Collection From Members
Member Dispute Resolution
Exterior of Building 1:
Landscaping (within X Feet)
Clean-up (within X Feet)
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Interiors of UnitPatio Snow Removal Contribute Funds to Association
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Interiors of UnitPatio Snow Removal Contribute Funds to Association
MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
MASTER OWNERSASSOCIATION
MAINTAINS:Common Areas, Including But Not Limited To: PavilionLandscaping Around BuildingsParking Garage / Areas (excl Bldg 6 parking)Storm Water MaintenanceCommon Area TrashSnow Removal From Entryway & Sidewalks
BUILDING 1RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)BUILDING 2RESIDENTIAL CONDO (APTS)
BUILDING 5COMMERCIAL CONDO(PUBLIC USE) See MasterOwners Assoc.
BUILDING 3RESIDENTIAL CONDO (SALE)
BUILDING 4RESIDENTIAL (SALE) / COMMERCIAL CONDO
BUILDING 6COMMERCIAL CONDO (RENTAL)
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
MAINTAINS BUILDING 6: Interior & Exterior Common AreasIncl But Not Limited To: ElevatorEntrywayHallwaysLocker Room / ShowersParking Lease AreaMechanical Room
DIRECTOR
UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
MAINTAIN BUILDING 4: Interior & Exterior Common AreasIncl But Not Limited To:
ElevatorInterior CorridorEntry Lobbies (2)Trash Room (share with Bldg 3)Mechanical RoomElevator To Parking (share withBldg 1, 2, 3, 4)
UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
MAINTAIN BUILDING 3: Interior & Exterior Common AreasIncl But Not Limited To: Trash Room (share with Bldg 4)Mechanical RoomElevator To Parking (share withBldg 1, 2, 3, 4)
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Interiors of Unit Patio Snow Removal Contribute Funds to Association
UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
MAINTAIN BUILDING 2: Interior & Exterior Common AreasIncl But Not Limited To: Common Walkway to Bldg 1Elevator To Parking (share withBldg 1, 2, 3, 4)Trash Room (share with Bldg 1)Mailroom (share with Bldg 1)EntrywayMechanical RoomRoof Top Area (share with Bldg 1)Kitchen & Laundry Areas (limited common expense per Pod)
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Interiors of Unit Patio Snow Removal Contribute Funds to Association
UNIT OWNERS
DIRECTOR
CONDO ASSOCIATION OF UNIT OWNERS
MAINTAIN BUILDING 1: Interior & Exterior Common AreasIncl But Not Limited To: Elevator To Parking (share withBldg 1, 2, 3, 4)Trash Room (share with Bldg 2)Mailroom (share with Bldg 2)Entryway (share with Bldg 2, 3, 4)Mechanical RoomStairsBike Tuning Area (share with 2)
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Interiors of Unit Patio Snow Removal Contribute Funds to Association
UNIT OWNERS
SHARED DECK
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RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPACT MITIGATION
The Northeast Historic Mixed-Use (NEHMU) is unique within the City - constantly evolving to accommodate
a rich variety of uses. The Cottonwood and Ida Mixed-Use project contains the residential and commercial
uses currently allowed, and promotes diverse land-uses that remain sensitive to the neighborhood
context. While apartment buildings are not specifically permitted in the district, residential units are
allowed on the second and subsequent floors above commercial spaces. The zoning code further states
that the “standards for buffering between different land uses are deliberately not as high as standards
elsewhere in the community as it is assumed that persons choosing to locate in this area are aware of
the variety of possible adjacent land uses and have accepted such possibilities as both acceptable and
desirable.” The project responds to existing conditions by placing denser commercial activity closer to the
commercial office and shop spaces on surrounding blocks. Additionally, lower-scale residential units on
the site (Building 3 Townhouse-style units) are located across the street from other single-family scaled
residences. Other steps have been taken to reduce the overall mass and scale of this project by placing
parking underground and, in place of surface parking, providing public open spaces to foster connections
to the community.
ESTIMATED NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES FOR BUSINESSES
The project contains three primary types of commercial spaces. The first is a more traditional office
format in Building 6, located at the Northwest corner of the site, where there are three levels of open-plan
office. These spaces could be divided to host smaller tenants, however the intent is to lease the majority of
the building to one or two primary tenants. The second type of commercial space is one we are classifying
as “maker spaces” in Building 4. These would be smaller spaces where creatives could maintain a studio
to showcase their work, or where a digital start-up could find an affordable foothold. Third, there is an
opportunity for a small scale cafe located in building 5 on the Plaza. This would likely be a place that
provides small dining opportunities for the office and makers as well as residents throughout the day.
Below is a matrix of spaces and uses, along with estimates of the number of employees.
EMPLOYEES
COMMERCIAL OFFICE EMPLOYEES 81
ARTISAN MANUFACTURING EMPLOYEES 6
GENERAL PROPERTY MANAGER 1
SMALL SCALE CAFE 6
TOTAL 94
DESIGN METHODS TO REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION
The site planning will be certified by the US Green Building Council as a Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design Neighborhood Development (LEED ND). The project is being planned, designed,
engineered and constructed to yield a development that makes much more efficient use of land and
resources than land-use patterns typical for the region - thus reducing overall energy consumption.
In addition to the overall site planning, strategies will be employed in the individual buildings to reduce
energy consumption and promote long-term sustainable practices across the project - including low-
flow plumbing fixtures, high-performance windows, energy efficient appliances, low-voltage lighting, and
onsite recycling facilities.
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RATIONALE FOR CHOICES MADE BY THE APPLICANT
From the early planning stages of the project we insisted that it contribute a solution for the shortage
of affordable housing in Bozeman. Traditionally, more affordable housing has been pushed to the newer
parts of town, with the older neighborhood becoming more and more gentrified.
We see an opportunity to keep affordable housing options in the NEHMU District, taking advantage of
the existing infrastructure and established neighborhoods surrounding the site. We also believe that
the project needs to accommodate more than one demographic, and have included a broad range of unit
types to promote a mix of age and income levels on the site.
The project has also very intentionally approached the need to provide commercial uses in this mixed-
use neighborhood so that there are opportunities for individuals to live close to where they may work.
The hope is that both residents of the site and the surrounding neighborhood will be able to bike or walk
to work. We have planned the site and the structures as a distinct micro-urban context, with individual
residents living and working on-site, with inviting places for them to gather and enjoy the interactions
of daily life. We have provided extensive public open spaces and landscaped courtyards to serve this
purpose, and have intentionally created an open and accessible site. The unique aesthetic qualities of
this district also compelled the project to respond in a unique manner, exploring architectural styles that
respond to both the industrial and residential context.
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The Northeastern Neighborhood is host to a diverse, active set of residents, heavily
invested in preserving their community’s unique identity, and intent on engaging
with projects as they develop in the area.
In April 2017, the neighborhood hosted a Regional and Urban Design Assistance
Team (R/UDAT) workshop to gather community input on future development in the
Northeastern Neighborhood. The team’s report provided a great deal of guidance
as we established the project goals, developed a site strategy, and formulated the
relationships to the streets and surrounding properties.
FROM THE R/UDAT REPORT
CHARACTER: “The community told the team that the neighborhood is
‘funky.’ The neighborhood’s character is authentic and unique in the
context of Bozeman. It is a real place. The community also put intense
value on the eclectic identity of the area and its mix of uses – a quality that
is embraced and celebrated. The Northeast Neighborhood is also made
up of creative and artistic people who value its diversity and freedom of
self-expression. The neighborhood was widely described as livable, both
for its adjacency to downtown and the quality of life it provides to the
people who work and live here.”
STREETS: “One of the most widely shared ideas on future improvements
concerned the need to better connect existing assets throughout the
neighborhood and make its streets more friendly to pedestrians and
bicyclists.”
DIVERSITY & AFFORDABILITY: “Two manifold interests emerged as
important. The first is the preservation and strengthening of the unique
sense of place in the neighborhood and its contributing components.
The second characteristic is the accessible and affordable housing
proposition that has traditionally prevailed in the neighborhood, and the
value that affordability has in producing a diverse neighborhood that can
support creative professionals and working families.”
HISTORIC TRAIN DEPOT
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• CAFES
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10 MINUTE WALK (1/2 MILE)
• ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
• BOZEMAN CITY HALL
• DOWNTOWN RETAIL DISTRICT
• PUBLIC LIBRARY
• LINDLEY PARK
• BEALL PARK
• STORY MILL PARK
• PUBLIC POOL (3/4 MILE)
GENERAL SITE DATA
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SOUTHEAST TO MT BLACKMORE
SOUTHWEST TO GALLATIN PEAK NORTHWEST TO MT BALDY
TOWNHOUSE-STYLE UNITS
RELATE TO ADJACENT
RESIDENTIAL SCALE
OFFICE & APARTMENT BUILDINGS RELATE TO ADJACENT COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL SCALE
SITE CONDITIONS
The blocks to the East and West of the site are predominantly single-family residential,
while the blocks to the North and South consist of larger-scale industrial buildings,
as well as small multi-family development. Immediately to the West of the site is the
historic Misco Mill (now housing a high-end furniture maker) and small collection of
industrial buildings - currently being used as a pottery studio.
The East Aspen St. Right of way - to the North of the site - is currently closed to
traffic, and provides an open green space with benches and a walking trail. There are
no sidewalks around the street edges of the site, but there are potential pedestrian
connections across Cottonwood Street to the nearby cafe and bakery. Downtown
is 3/4 of a mile South as well, providing relatively direct pedestrian and biking
connections. Outdoor recreation areas to the North and Northeast of Bozeman are
also readily accessible.
The lower levels of the project will offer views to the Northeast and Southeast. Upper
floors gain views across Bozeman to the Southwest, and up the Gallatin River Valley
to the Northwest.
The site design responds to the variety of scales and land-use on adjacent properties
by placing smaller-scale townhouse-style units across from the single-family
neighbors to the East, while the larger masses of the office building and apartment
building sit closer to the large industrial and warehouse buildings to the North.
Buildings along Cottonwood conform to the scale and character of the recent multi-
family developments to the South of the site.
Pedestrian connections and through-block passages occur on the South and
Northeastern portions of the site, while the vehicle traffic is directed Northwest to
Wallace Avenue.
FROM THE R/UDAT REPORT
“The Core is the central portion of the R/UDAT project area and is an eclectic
mix of light industrial buildings intermingled with small cottages, walking
paths and historic sites. The look and feel of the core is central to how the
resident’s see themselves. Developing a strategy for defining and protecting
the Core is essential to maintaining the residents cultural connection to the
city’s history as well as their neighborhood identity as a ‘funky,’ creative, and
diverse place to live, work and play.”
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PRESERVE EXISTING BUILDING