HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-29-21 Public Comment - C. Murphy - Canyon GateFrom:Christopher Murphy
To:Ross Knapper
Cc:Agenda
Subject:Canyon Gate Development Project No: 21337
Date:Wednesday, September 29, 2021 10:15:00 PM
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Dear Mr. Knapper,
I am writing to you as a concerned Bozeman resident to express my opposition to theproposed zoning of the Canyon Gate development (Project No 21337). While it is understood
that the land located on the corner of Story Mill Road and Bridger Drive would eventually bedeveloped, the current 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 theCity 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 is
compatible with existing adjacent developments. This would maintain the character of thesurrounding areas and the intent in which people have created their homes and chosen to live
in the area specifically for. The reasons for my opposition are numerous and include, but arenot limited to, the wildland-urban interface, habitat corridor, and traffic & safety concerns of
the residents.
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.
The proposed roadways and traffic flows are in direct conflict with the safety of so many
young children and active residents in the neighborhood. The proposed plan appears to ignorethe original roadway plan of the 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 in motor traffic
and train delays in just the last few years. This proposal begs the question of properinfrastructure for the health and safety of its residents and community members.
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.
Best, Chris Murphy
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