HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-05-23 Public Comment - J. Mangold - opposition to new R-A zoning as part of UDCFrom:Jane Mangold
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Subject:[EXTERNAL]opposition to new R-A zoning as part of UDC
Date:Tuesday, October 3, 2023 7:15:08 PM
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Greetings,
I am providing comment on the proposed revision to zoning codes that would combine R-1, R-
2, and R-3 into a newly designated Zone R-A. I am opposed to this proposal which can andlikely will affect the character of residential neighborhoods in the older districts of Bozeman.
As a resident of an older district (North Tracy Avenue), I have witnessed the increase in large,multi-story, and multi-dwelling living units. The vast majority of this development appears to
be high-end, luxury townhouses, condos, and apartments that are beyond the purchasingpower of residents who live and work here on a year-round basis. While I can appreciate the
merits of high density housing, the nature of development that is occurring is compromisingthe character and integrity of Bozeman while failing to provide housing that the average
Bozemanite can afford. This seems like a lose-lose situation for everyone but the developersand anyone else who is making money off such developments: we the residents of Bozeman
lose the beauty, character, and skyline views of our neighborhoods and we also loseopportunities for reasonably priced housing that working Bozemanites can afford.
Respectfully submitted,
Jane Mangold