HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-17-26 Public Comment - L. Rao - MCA 76-2-306From:Lotta Rao
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]MCA 76-2-306
Date:Tuesday, March 17, 2026 11:33:39 AM
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I am writing to ask the Commision to adopt an Interim Zoning Ordinance
(MCA 76-2-306), under which the Commission can implement a
moratorium on large developments (e.g., > 30,000 sq ft) until the NCOD
guidelines are updated, and (b) to return the allowable maximum building
height in B-3 to 60–70 feet, which is more neighborhood friendly than 90
feet.
The development that has been permitted in Bozeman the past many years
is ruining our natural environment, our historic downtown, and, crucially,
our sense of place. In the long term, this type of development will also
destroy tourism in the valley as it starts to look and feel like any other place
on earth. Tourists look for places that exude character; that remain
peaceful and have retained their culture and sense of place; and that offer a
different experience than the norm. The more Bozeman gets developed,
the more the draw and allure of Bozeman will be destroyed as well.
Moreover, our community certainly doesn't need sprawl, water issues or
more "luxury" housing. That's not what Bozeman is.
There are many cities that can provide inspiration for what city
commissions can and should do to protect their residents and the way of
life. Instead of taking more money from developers, who don't care about
Bozeman, I would love to see a vision for our town that preserves in
perpetuity what makes this place so very special. Time spent on creating a
long term vision for the city that helps guide current and future
development would be something none of us would forget and all of us
would be grateful for. We expect and need leaders that have and operate
from a place of vision.
Best
Lotta Rao