HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-16-21 Public Comment - N. Cornwell - Canyon GateFrom:Nancy Cornwell
To:Ross Knapper
Cc:Agenda
Subject:Canyon Gate Development Project No: 21337
Date:Thursday, September 16, 2021 10:19:22 AM
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Dear Mr. Knapper,I am writing to you as a concerned Bozeman resident and a resident of a nearby rural
neighborhood who depends on the access to Bozeman via Story Mill Road and appreciatescommunity value in the transition to the rural corridor that begins at the Story Mill/Bridger
Canyon Rd intersection. I wish to express my opposition to the proposed zoning of theCanyon Gate development (Project No 21337). While it is understood that the land located on
the corner of Story Mill Road and Bridger Canyon Rd. would eventually be developed, thecurrent proposal is not in the best interests of any of the nearby residents and surrounding
communities nor does it align with the current character of the area.
I urge the City to maintain the original intent and natural beauty of the established community,zoning to align with the current development patterns for the area which would be R-1, R-2,
and R-3. Small scale mixed use should be limited to B-2 (not B-2M) along Story Mill so it iscompatible with existing adjacent developments. This would maintain the character of the
surrounding areas and the intent in which people have created their homes and chosen to livein the area specifically for. The reasons for my opposition are numerous and include, but are
not limited to, the wildland-urban interface, habitat corridor, and traffic & safety concerns ofthe residents.
Wildland-urban interface & habitat corridor
Using the recent wildfire in the Bridger Mountains just up the canyon from the proposeddevelopment, the wildland-urban interface should be considered. Today, the communities of
Legends I & II, Creekwood, Headlands, and others have abundant wildlife that use the quietand safe communities as a corridor to nearby wildlands and open spaces. High density
development will put the wildland-urban interface at risk, further pushing habitat out of theirhomes and the surrounding areas.
Traffic & safety
The proposed roadways and traffic flows are in direct conflict with the safety of so manyyoung children and active residents in the neighborhood. The proposed plan appears to ignore
the original roadway plan of the subdivision, re-routing roads directly to Story Mill, whichwill result in tremendous traffic and safety impacts, especially if you consider the ever-
increasing traffic to and from Bridger Bowl. There has been a distinct increase in motor trafficand train delays in just the last few years. This proposal begs the question of proper
infrastructure for the health and safety of its residents and community members. This is anincreasingly concerning issue and will only be exacerbated by the proposed development plan.
In conclusion, I hope that you will consider my concerns and know that mine are
representative of an overwhelming majority of the immediate subdivision as well as thesurrounding communities. I ask that we limit the zoning to R-1, R-2, R-3, and maintain the
landscapes and zoning that have been established.
Sincerely,
NancyCCornwell@gmail.com