HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-12-26 Public Comment - S. Jessop - Hanson Lane App 25775 Annexation and Zoning From: Susie Jessoo
To: Bozeman Public Comment
Cc: contact(s0arvestcreekmt.org
Subject: [EXTERNAL]Hanson Lane App 25775 Annexation and Zoning
Date: Sunday,April 12,2026 11:52:43 PM
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I am writing to formally express my opposition to the proposed R-B rezoning for the Hanson Lane annexation,
Application 25775.As a resident at 2701 Annie Street for over a decade,I am deeply concerned that allowing five-
story mixed-use buildings in an area dominated by single-family homes constitutes clear spot zoning.This level of
intensity is wholly inconsistent with the surrounding R-1 and R-2 neighborhoods.The current infrastructure,from
our local roads to our water and sewer systems,was never designed to support this type of high-density urban core
development.
My daily life revolves around these streets.I regularly walk and bike through this area,and my children use these
roads every day to reach school.Extending Annie Street as a through-way without significant traffic calming
measures creates a direct safety hazard for our students and pedestrians.The area also lacks the transit and services
necessary to justify R-B zoning,as the nearest shopping is over a mile away.Promoting such density here will only
lead to dangerous intersections and unmanageable congestion.
Furthermore,I am worried about the strain this puts on our already overcrowded schools and the potential for rising
property taxes to price out long-term neighbors.I formally request that the Community Development Board require
a comprehensive environmental and traffic impact study before any vote is taken.An R-A zoning designation is far
more appropriate as it satisfies the Urban Neighborhood goals while respecting the established character and safety
of Harvest Creek.
Susan Jessop