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Community Development HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS APPLICATION
NCOA APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Any exterior work to residences within the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCOD) is subject to review.This includes
alterations to existing structures, movement of structures or demolition of structures. No residential building, demolition,
conditional use, sign or moving permit may be issued within the NCOD district until a NCOA has been issued by the appropriate
review authority, and until final action on the proposal has been taken as described in Section 38.340 of the Bozeman Municipal
Code.
NCOA APPLICATION CHECKLIST
1. Complete and signed development review application form Al.
2. Hard copy formatting submittal, when required by the City: One set of 11"x17" that includes one copy of every item below
bound or folded into 8.5"x11" or 8.5"x14". Fold 11"x 17" or 12" x 18" plans in half,then fold the right half back on itself at a
45 degree angle in order to accommodate a two hole punch at the top. Plans must be accessible to be unfolded when bound
in a two hole file. Sets must be bound and two hole punched at the top of the page.Three ring binders with hole punch are
not accepted.
3. Digital version of all materials as a JPEG or PDF. No individual files will be accepted that are larger than 5 MB. Files that are
larger must be broken down into smaller files.
4. The digital copies must be separated into three categories: Documents, Plans and Appendices.
S. Naming protocol. Each individual document or plan sheet must have a proper name and date. For example a document
might be labeled "CONR application 05-01-2017" or"Site Plan 05-01-2017." Plan sheets are required to be listed individually.
For example a plan sheet might be labeled "A300 Floor Plan levels 1 and 2 05-01-2017" or"PM Photometric Plan 05-01-17"
6. If demolition is proposed, provide a complete submittal with checklist items in form DEM.
7. Date of construction of structure if known.
8. Property record form, both original and updated found through the following link: http://www.bozeman.net/government/
historic-preservation.
9. Project narrative providing a thorough description of what is being proposed including a list of all alterations/changes
proposed on the property.
10. Historical information such as pictures, plans, authenticated verbal records and similar research documentation that may be
relevant to the proposed changes to the property.
11. One current picture of each elevation of each structure planned to be altered that will clearly express the nature and extend
of the changes planned. Except where otherwise recommended, no more than eight pictures should be submitted. All
pictures should be printed on or attached to 8.5" x 11" paper with the property address, elevation direction, and relevant
information on the proposed changes.
12. Include a separate site plan displaying existing conditions such as lot boundaries, dimensions, setbacks, existing easements,
access points, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, buildings, natural features, and topography
13. Site plan depending on project complexity with north narrow, property dimensions, location of buildings, parking, driveways,
fencing, landscaping, setbacks, utilities, access, pedestrian facilities, and location of changes proposed.
14. Front, rear and side elevations of all buildings, structures, fences and walls with height dimensions and roof pitches if new
construction or changes to elevations are proposed. Show existing and proposed changes.
15. Building elevations shall include proposed exterior building materials, windows and doors including a color and building
material palette for all proposed features keyed to the building elevations.
16. One exhibit/illustration shall include all the internal and external elements of a structure to be removed or altered by a
project. All elements to be removed or altered shall be clearly identified and include elements to be removed and reinstalled.
17. For a new infill dwelling/structure, provide additional information to demonstrate how the new structure fits within the
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HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS APPLICATION
context of the existing neighborhood. This shall include a streetscape study of proposed structure within the context of the
block face, a discussion of how the style and materials relate to the existing environment, and how the project complies with
applicable NCOD guidelines.
18. For any non-conforming structure, an analysis of demolition to determine whether the threshold for loss of protected non-
conforming status per Section 38.280.040.13 BMC has been met or surpassed.
19. Cutsheets or brochure pages for proposed windows, doors, exterior lighting or other detailed alterations if building
elevations are not detailed enough to depict features accurately.
20. Floor plans showing floor layout including square footage and proposed use for each room and area within the building
clearly showing areas to be changed or added to. Suggested scale of%to 1 foot.
21. Parking plan and calculation for all uses, if proposed changes to the property require review of parking requirements
22. A schedule for the proposed changes to the property if to be phased or if applicable.
DEVIATIONS
If the proposal includes a request for a deviation,the following are required:
1. If the proposal is being processed independent of a site plan application then this application shall be accompanied by written
and graphic material sufficient to illustrate the conditions that the modified standards will produce.
2. Either through the site plan requirement above or separate exhibit clearly showing any proposed deviations related to site
requirements such as yards/setbacks, lot coverage, or other applicable standards.
3. Either through the building elevation requirement above or separate exhibit clearly show any proposed deviations related to
building construction such as height, second story additions, or other applicable standards.
4. A deviation narrative shall be added to the project narrative stating which section(s) of the BMC are proposed for deviation, to
what extent and include a response to the following:
a. Modifications must be more historically appropriate for the building and site in question and the adjacent properties, as
determined in Section 38.340.050 BMC than would be achieved under a literal enforcement of this chapter;
b. Modifications will have minimal adverse effect on abutting properties or the permitted uses thereof, and
c. Modifications must assure the protection of the public health, safety and general welfare.Approvals may be conditioned
to assure such protection, and such conditions may include a time period within which alterations will be completed;
landscaping and maintenance thereof; architectural,site plan and landscape design modifications, or any other conditions in
conformity with the intent and purpose set forth in this part 1.
NOTICING
When adding dwellings to a site, including accessory dwelling units (ADUs), or a deviation is proposed, a public notice period is
required. Provide a completed and signed property adjoiners certificate form N1 and materials.
REQUIRED FORMS
NCOA, DEM, N1
APPLICATION FEE
Base fee $132
If deviation, add: $241 per deviation
CONTACT US
Alfred M. Stiff Professional Building phone 406-582-2260
20 East Olive Street fax 406-582-2263
Bozeman, MT 59715 planning@bozeman.net
www.bozeman.net/planning
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