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GRAN CIELO II ANNEXATION
ZONE MAP AMENDMENT
APPLICATION CHECKLIST NARRATIVE
Amendment Criteria
1. The proposed amendment must cure a deficiency in the growth policy or improve the
growth policy to better respond to the needs of the general community;
RESPONSE: The proposed zone map amendment to annex the subject properties
into the City of Bozeman with initial zoning designations of Residential Medium
Density (R-3) zoning and Residential High Density (R-4) zoning improves the
growth policy to better respond to the needs of the general community. Initial zone
map amendment of the subject properties to R-3 and R-4 will support high
residential density in a well-planned walkable neighborhood and will include a
diverse supply of quality housing units to serve the needs of the community’s
residents. Properties to the north, south, and east of the subject properties are R-3
and R-4 zoned residential developments.
2. The proposed amendment does not create inconsistencies within the growth policy, either
between the goals and the maps or between different goals and objectives;
RESPONSE: The proposed zone map amendment does not create inconsistencies
within the growth policy. The proposed zone map amendment promotes the goals of
the growth policy by incorporating a diverse supply of quality housing units into an
area that is intended for urban development as per the City's future land use map.
The subject parcels are currently in the county and have a zoning designation of
County - Agricultural Suburban (A-S). The subject properties are contiguous to the
City to the north, south, and east. One goal of the Community Plan is to
incorporate such parcels into the City though annexation. Initial zone map
amendment to R-3 and R-4 zoning will allow for development to occur at urban
intensity within a similarly developed area inclusive to R-3 and R-4 zoning.
3. The proposed amendment must be consistent with the overall intent of the growth policy;
RESPONSE: The subject properties lie within the Growth Policy Boundary as
illustrated on p. 7 of the Bozeman 2020 Community Plan. The development will
provide city water and sewer extensions as necessary and all public infrastructure
will be constructed to City of Bozeman standards. Public infrastructure already
exists within S. 27th Ave public right-of-way, within Kirk Dr. public right-of-way
and from the development of Gran Cielo Subdivision located to the north of the
subject parcels. The proposed annexation will provide connectivity to other
residential districts located to the north and to the south of the subject properties.
4. The proposed amendment must not affect the community as a whole or any significant
portion thereof by:
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a. Significantly altering land use patterns and principles in a manner contrary
to those established by this Plan,
RESPONSE: The proposed annexation will not significantly alter
land use patterns in a manner contrary to those established in the
Bozeman 2020 Community Plan. Based on the proposed R-3 and R-4
zoning of the parcels, the development will generally include
residential homes. Surrounding properties are primarily R-3 and R-4
zoned developments.
b. Requiring unmitigated improvements to streets, water, sewer, or public
facilities or services, thereby impacting development of other lands,
RESPONSE: The subject properties will require the development of
its main access via S. 27th Ave. Development of the subject properties
is not expected to adversely impact the development of other lands.
c. Adversely impacting existing uses because of inadequately mitigated
impacts on facilities or services,
RESPONSE: Any future development that occurs will be thoroughly
examined by the consulting engineer and by the City engineer to
ensure there is adequate capacity for any proposed improvements.
d. Negatively affecting the health and safety of the residents,
RESPONSE: The proposed zone map amendment is not expected to
have an adverse effect on the health and safety of the residents. The
proposed annexation is expected to encourage pedestrian and bicycle
transportation by providing the community’s residents with access to
reliable pedestrian connection systems within and adjacent to the
future development.
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Zone Map Amendment Criteria
a. Is the new zoning designed in accordance with the growth policy? How?
RESPONSE: Yes. The future land use map in the Bozeman Community Plan
2020 designates this parcel as Urban Neighborhood. Urban Neighborhood
category primarily includes urban density homes and correlates to a variety
of zoning districts including R-S, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-O, REMU,
RMH, B-1 and PLI.
The proposed R-3 and R-4 zoning designations are permitted within the
designated land use category of Urban Neighborhood. Urban Neighborhood
is designated for adjacent properties to the north, west, and south of the
proposed zone map amendment. Properties to the west and northwest the
subject properties are in the county and zoned Agriculture Suburban (A-S)
while developments to the northeast, east, and south of the subject properties
are currently within the city limits and are designated R-3 or R-4 zoning.
The initial zone map amendment from A-S to R-3 and R-4 establishes two
separate residential density areas in a well-planned walkable neighborhood;
the proposed zoning designations support development at urban intensity
within a similarly developed area and provide a diverse supply of quality
housing units to serve the needs of the community’s residents as given per
Goal N-1, Goal N-3, and Goal DCD-2 of the Bozeman 2020 Community Plan.
b. Will the new zoning secure safety from fire and other dangers? How?
RESPONSE: Yes, the proposed zoning, which is in compliance with the
City’s future land use map, will secure safety from fire and other dangers as
the subject properties will be within the city limits of Bozeman and will be
served by City Fire, Police and Public Works Departments, once annexed.
The City of Bozeman development standards require future development of
this property to comply with the Bozeman Municipal Code standards
ensuring adequate transportation networks, fire services, and public utility
mains be installed to provide a safe neighborhood for the residents.
c. Will the new zoning promote public health, public safety and welfare? How?
RESPONSE: Yes. Due to the size and character of the parcel, future
development of the parcel will require the property to be reviewed through
the City’s review processes which provide standards and regulations that
promote public health, safety and general welfare of the residents.
In addition, future connection to the City’s municipal water distribution and
sanitary sewer collection system will reduce water contamination issues from
groundwater wells and will eliminate environmental risks associated with
septic systems. Analysis on the City’s capacity for additional water and sewer
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connections will be completed with infrastructure submittal. Municipal fire
and emergency response services will protect public health and safety and will
respond to the subject properties.
d. Will the new zoning facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water,
sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements? How?
Response: Yes, future development of this parcel will be subject to review by
the City of Bozeman for adequate provision of transportation, water,
sewerage, schools, parks, and other public requirements as specified in the
City’s development and engineering standards. If it is determined during the
City’s review process that additional improvements are required to
adequately serve the proposed development, those improvements would be
required to be constructed and/or pay impact fees, assessments, and taxes to
support transportation, water, sewer, school, parks, and other public
requirements.
The subject properties front S. 27th and Graf Street which will be the main
access to the development. Future development will include infrastructure to
allow for easier access to the site by residents, visitors, and any necessary
public services such as postal service or emergency response.
The subject properties fall within the Hyalite Elementary School, Sacajawea
Middle School, and Bozeman High School Boundaries. Comments from the
schools will be required to verify adequate capacity for future students.
There are existing parks located to the north and south of the subject
properties. Parkland required for the subject properties will be provided for
with a physical developed park space, with cash-in-lieu, or with a
combination of both.
Public infrastructure to serve the future development will be determined
during City review. It is anticipated that existing public infrastructure along
S. 27th alignment, along Kirk Dr. alignment and from Gran Cielo Subdivision
I alignments for connection of future main extensions to serve the subject
properties.
e. Will the new zoning provide reasonable provisions of adequate light and air?
How?
RESPONSE: Yes, the City’s development codes include requirements for
the development to provide adequate light and air with the use of parks and
open space areas, maximum building heights, lot coverage and setback
requirements. Due to the size and character of the parcel, the future
development of the parcel will be reviewed through the City’s review
processes ensuring the City’s development codes will be adhered to and the
development will provide adequate light and air.
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f. Will the new zoning have an effect on motorized and non-motorized
transportation systems? How?
RESPONSE: Yes, development of the subject properties with R-3 and R-4
zoning will likely have an effect on the City’s motorized and non-motorized
transportation system due to the increased allowed density. Any new
development will affect the City’s transportation system with increased
traffic. Development of the property will provide connectivity between
urban areas north, east, and south of the subject properties.
A Traffic Impact Study (TIS) may be necessary to gauge the potential impact
of future development. The city may require a TIS based on the increased
density to determine if additional mitigation would be required.
Applicant acknowledges that future development may require the property
owner to waive their right to protest the creation of future Special
Improvement Districts (SID) and participate in funding nearby future
infrastructure improvements that may be required to offset impacts created
by development.
With the development of the parcels within the proposed zone map
amendment, development of pedestrian connection systems will likely be
completed. Currently, a multi-use trail intersects the east boarder of the
proposed annexation which provides a reliable pedestrian connection to
nearby urban areas.
g. Does the new zoning promote compatible urban growth? How?
RESPONSE: Yes. The proposed annexation and initial zone map
amendment promotes compatible urban growth. The subject parcels are
currently in the county and they abut City limits on its north, south and east
boundaries. The R-3 and R-4 zoning configuration proposed is compatible
with the future land use designation of Urban Neighborhood. The City’s
future land use map shows properties to the north, east, and south of the
subject properties are designated as Urban Neighborhood.
h. Does the new zoning promote the character of the district and its peculiar
suitability for particular uses? How?
RESPONSE: Yes. As stated previously, the proposed annexation of the
subject properties with R-3 and R-4 zoning will allow for similar and
additional uses that can support increased residential density in a well-
planned walkable neighborhood.
The proposed zone map amendment is designated Urban Neighborhood in
the City’s future land use map. The proposed zoning configuration is in
compliance with the Urban Neighborhood land use designation. The
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proposed zoning fits within the City’s land use map and establishes
compatible a development pattern for the surrounding area.
i. Does the new zoning address the affected area’s peculiar suitability for particular
uses? How?
RESPONSE: Yes. The properties are located within an area designated
Urban Neighborhood as defined in the Bozeman 2020 Community Plan.
Urban Neighborhood category primarily includes urban density homes and
correlates with a variety of zoning districts including R-3 and R-4. The
proposed R-3 and R-4 zoning is suitable for the site given the adjacent Urban
Neighborhood Designation to the north, west, and south of the parcel. City
roadway, water and sewer mains to serve the future development are located
north, east, and south of the subject property.
j. Was the new zoning adopted with a view to conserving the value of buildings?
How?
RESPONSE: Currently, there are no existing buildings within the proposed
annexation.
k. Does the new zoning encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout the
jurisdictional area? How?
RESPONSE: Yes. The City’s Growth Policy designates the adjoining parcels
north, east, and south of the subject parcels Urban Neighborhood on the
City’s future land use map. Urban Neighborhood land use primarily includes
urban density homes and supports a variety of zoning districts including R-3
and R-4.
The proposed annexation and initial zone map amendment of the subject
parcels to R-3 and R-4 zoning will best incorporate the subject properties
into the surrounding area a well-planned walkable neighborhood by
promoting development at urban intensity and by providing a diverse supply
of quality housing units to serve the needs of the community’s residents. The
proposed zoning designation for the future development establishes a
compatible land use pattern in the developed area.
Based on the establishment of compatible land use pattern, and conformance
with the Bozeman 2020 Community Plan, initial zone amendment to R-3 and
R-4 does encourage the most appropriate use of the land.
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