HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-09-26 Public Comment - M. Langill - Hanson Lane App 25775 Annexation and Zoning From: Meahan
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Subject: [EXTERNAL]Hanson Lane App 25775 Annexation and Zoning
Date: Thursday,April 9,2026 6:58:05 PM
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Dear Community Development Board,
I am writing to express my strong concerns regarding the proposed Hanson Lane(Annie Street)annexation and the
request for R-B zoning.
My family purchased our home specifically to raise our children in a quiet,low-traffic neighborhood.The proposed
extension of Annie Street into a through street and the introduction of higher-density zoning directly undermine that
expectation and materially impact our quality of life.Increased traffic,congestion,noise,and safety concerns for
young children are not theoretical,they are immediate and unavoidable outcomes of this change.
Additionally,rezoning this parcel to R-B sets a precedent for similar zoning along Fowler between Durston and
Oak.This would fundamentally alter the character of the area,shifting it from a family-oriented residential
neighborhood to a dense,high-traffic corridor.The long-term impacts on livability,parking availability,and
neighborhood cohesion are deeply concerning.
From a broader planning perspective,it is also unclear why higher-density development is being prioritized in this
specific location.There are several other parcels within Bozeman that are better suited for high-rise or mixed-use
development without directly impacting established residential neighborhoods.Thoughtful city planning should
balance growth with the preservation of existing communities,especially those designed for families.
Furthermore,there are growing indications that apartment demand in Bozeman is softening,with increasing vacancy
rates being discussed publicly.Advancing high-density development in a location that disrupts existing
neighborhoods,while demand may not justify it,raises additional concerns about long-term planning alignment.
I respectfully urge the Board to:
• Reconsider the extension of Annie Street as a through street
• Deny or revise the proposed R-B zoning in favor of lower-density zoning such as R-A
• Consider alternative locations for higher-density development that do not directly impact established
residential neighborhoods
We are not opposed to thoughtful growth.However,this proposal,as currently structured,places an undue burden
on existing residents and families who made long-term decisions based on the current character of this
neighborhood.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Meghan Langill
3138 Annie St