HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-05-25 Public Comment - D. Knowles - Building Code EnforcementFrom:David
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Building Code Enforcement
Date:Tuesday, August 5, 2025 10:58:18 AM
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Good day -
I'm writing regarding the proposed development of a hotel in the public parking lot behind
Last Best Comedy on Rouse. The lot is shared now with everyone, and works well. Why can’tthe public have reasonable parking? LBC depends on local traffic, Bozeman people and
tourists who want to see high quality entertainment. Removing near parking impacts ourunique and growing Bozeman-based business.
I write to urge consistent enforcement of two well-established policies in the Bozeman
MunicipalCode that govern how downtown development occurs: (1) the requirement that
new projects develop parking to meet new demand, and (2) the 35-foot setbackfrom Bozeman Creek. Both policies were in effect when the applicant acquired the
subject property and both continue to protect the long-term health, balance, andsustainability of Bozeman’s urban core. As a member of the Last Best Comedy community I
am concerned that a lack of adherence to these policies will negatively affect this localbusiness.
Thank you for your consideration.
David Knowles
626.241.2143