HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-17-24 Public Comment - L. Schulz - 7th and Aspen public commentFrom:Lara Schulz
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Cc:Chris McQueary
Subject:[EXTERNAL]7th and Aspen public comment
Date:Tuesday, September 17, 2024 8:46:59 AM
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Public Comment for 7th and Aspen #24-191 and #24-192
September 16, 2024
Chris McQueary and I, Lara Schulz request that the City Commission reclaim review of the 7th
and Aspen Master Site Plan #24-191 and Site Plan #24-192
We think that because this plan is using deep incentives of the AHO (currently under revision),
along with asking for additional code departures, while waiving their right to do a concept
plan, it is reasonable for the City Commission to reclaim the review of this project.
We implore developers and city commissioners to enforce and strengthen the City’s existing
environmental protection codes and also address equity in regard to the affordable housing
component. We strongly believe that in order to provide equitable housing alongside
ecosystem services--housing and trees must co-exist, and that City staff and the City
Commission should be working hard to make that happen. By following the existing
environmental municipal codes and growth policy outlined by the Bozeman Tree Coalition (in
their submission for comment), Bozeman can have new housing that strengthens rather than
diminishes our urban forest.
Thank you for your consideration,
Lara Schulz and Chris McQueary
3306 S 29th Ave
Bozeman MT 59718