HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-25-21 Public Comment - B. Grover - Canyon GateFrom:Ben Grover
To:Ross Knapper
Cc:Agenda
Subject:Canyon Gate Development Project No: 21337
Date:Saturday, September 25, 2021 3:19:27 PM
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Dear Mr. Knapper,
I am writing to you as a concerned Bozeman resident 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 StoryMill Road and Bridger Drive would eventually be developed, the current proposal is not in the best interests of anyof the nearby residents and surrounding communities nor does it align with the current character of the area.We hope the City will maintain the original intent and natural beauty of the established community, zoning to alignwith the current development patterns for the area which would be R-1, R-2, and R-3. Small scale mixed use shouldbe limited to B-2 (not B-2M) along Story Mill so it is compatible with existing adjacent developments. This wouldmaintain the character of the surrounding areas and the intent in which people have created their homes and chosento live in 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 of the residents. Wildland-urbaninterface & habitat corridor. Using the recent wildfire in the Bridger Mountains just up the canyon from theproposed development, the wildland-urban interface should be considered. Today, the communities of Legends I &II, Creekwood, Headlands, and others have abundant wildlife that use the quiet and safe communities as a corridorto nearby wildlands and open spaces. High density development will put the wildland-urban interface at risk, furtherpushing habitat out of their homes and the surrounding areas.
Traffic & safety. The proposed roadways and traffic flows are in direct conflict with the safety of so many youngchildren and active residents in the neighborhood. The proposed plan appears to ignore the original roadway plan ofthe subdivision, re-routing roads directly to Story Mill, which will 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 inmotor traffic and train delays in just the last few years. This proposal begs the question of proper infrastructure forthe health and safety of its residents and community members. <BR><BR>In conclusion, I hope that you willconsider my concerns and know that mine are representative of an overwhelming majority of the immediatesubdivision as well as the surrounding communities. I ask that we limit the zoning to R-1, R-2, R-3, and maintainthe landscapes and zoning that have been established.