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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-22-26 Public Comment - P. Thomas - Appeal #25769 of Application #25238From:Thomas" Apparel To:Bozeman Public Comment Subject:[EXTERNAL]Appeal #25769 of Application #25238 Date:Sunday, February 22, 2026 1:33:14 PM Attachments:Appeal #25769 of Application #25238 (2).pdf CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Bozeman Director of Community Development, I hope this message finds you well. My name is Paul Thomas. I am a home owner in the Ellis View Loop Subdivision. I am writing this letter in regard to the City of Bozeman’s approval of the latest development plan (application 25238) for Lot 2 of Sundance Springs Neighborhood Services. The second application continues to violate the Sundance Springs PUD, its Master Plan, and City development codes and regulations. An appeal was made to overturn this approval. Here are some potential outcomes if we don’t overturn this approval: Our streets will become overflow parking lots Proposed parking on Lot 2 violates setback regulations Trails owned by Sundance Springs are proposed to be used without homeowners' approval We will have a citywide destination with commercial activities, not neighborhood services The land use regulations of adjacent residential neighborhoods will be ignored Block Frontage Standards requirements will be violated again, despite the Commission disapproving them in their 2024 Findings of Fact and Order of the appeal of the first application. Why are they approved now? This new commercial development will be very impactful on our neighborhood. I feel if developed, this plan will not be suitable for the neighborhood and target audience. This plan includes a parking lot (neighboring our commons lawn/trail), exterior lighting, dumpsters, light/smell/noise pollution, increased traffic, and extensive construction. Thus, it will incur extensive costs for our small HOA such as possibly a privacy fence, trees, additional landscaping etc. Will this development affect the re- sale value of our homes? We are very blessed to live and own a home in a safe, private, and out of town feel neighborhood - with farm land, wildlife and beautiful views. Thank you for your consideration and efforts on this matter. Paul Thomas 3736 Ellis View Loop Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 565-8089 thomasapparel@gmail.com Appeal #25769 of Application #25238 Dear Bozeman Director of Community Development, I hope this message finds you well. My name is Paul Thomas. I am a home owner in the Ellis View Loop Subdivision. I am writing this letter in regard to the City of Bozeman’s approval of the latest development plan (application 25238) for Lot 2 of Sundance Springs Neighborhood Services. The second application continues to violate the Sundance Springs PUD, its Master Plan, and City development codes and regulations. An appeal was made to overturn this approval. Here are some potential outcomes if we don’t overturn this approval: ● Our streets will become overflow parking lots ● Proposed parking on Lot 2 violates setback regulations ● Trails owned by Sundance Springs are proposed to be used without homeowners' approval ● We will have a citywide destination with commercial activities, not neighborhood services ● The land use regulations of adjacent residential neighborhoods will be ignored ● Block Frontage Standards requirements will be violated again, despite the Commission disapproving them in their 2024 ● Findings of Fact and Order of the appeal of the first application. Why are they approved now? This new commercial development will be very impactful on our neighborhood. I feel if developed, this plan will not be suitable for the neighborhood and target audience. This plan includes a parking lot (neighboring our commons lawn/trail), exterior lighting, dumpsters, light/smell/noise pollution, increased traffic, and extensive construction. Thus, it will incur extensive costs for our small HOA such as possibly a privacy fence, trees, additional landscaping etc. Will this development affect the re-sale value of our homes? We are very blessed to live and own a home in a safe, private, and out of town feel neighborhood - with farm land, wildlife and beautiful views. Thank you for your consideration and efforts on this matter. Paul Thomas 3736 Ellis View Loop Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 565-8089 thomasapparel@gmail.com