HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-20-23 Public Comment - B. Crosby - Support UDC RevisionFrom:City of Bozeman, MT
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Benjamin Crosby
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I support the Unified Development Code, including the new RA designation. I am a homeowner currently zoned R2.
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9/19/2023
Re: Unified Development Code
Dear Commission,
I support the Unified Development Code, including the new RA zoning designa�on. I watched
the presenta�on and community discussion (night of 9/18) and came away with the following
reflec�ons:
• Increasing housing density in the urban core will create more “missing middle” housing,
increase affordability and stock of housing overall, and decrease sprawl in and around
the valley. I recognize the fear that much of the new development will target the “luxury
market” but believe that over �me the effects will trickle down across all levels of the
housing market.
• From a water usage perspec�ve, we should acknowledge that growth is coming to
Bozeman no mater what. Denser housing (as opposed to single-family home “sprawl”
around the valley will be more water efficient – fewer lawns, etc
• We will need to couple this change with beter bike infrastructure and public
transporta�on. On balance, I’d rather see greater density of people living close to where
they work/go to school than increased traffic conges�on in and around town
My biggest concern is the tension between HOA covenants and this new code, and the
poten�al for much of this new zoning to be over-applied in the neighborhoods around Main
Street due to restric�ve covenants elsewhere.
As a homeowner, I recognize and support the need to evolve our zoning policies to promote
“gentle development” within the urban core of Bozeman. In the long run, it believe it will create
more inclusive and affordable housing opportuni�es for all, and a more vibrant community.
Ben Crosby
404 W Olive St (Currently zoned R2)