HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-19-26 Public Comment - K. Hohmann - Hanson Lane App 25775 Annexation and Zoning From: Kathryn Hohmann
To: Bozeman Public Comment
Cc: contact(nbharvestcreekmt.org
Subject: [EXTERNAL]Hanson Lane App 25775 Annexation and Zoning
Date: Sunday,April 19,2026 12:16:40 PM
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I am writing to the Community Development Board and City Commission to voice my strong
opposition to the R-B rezoning proposal for the Hanson Lane annexation, Application 25775.
This is not the Montana way! Long-time Bozeman residents are being left behind in favor of
top dollar developers. As a homeowner who has lived in this area for over twenty years, I am
deeply concerned that the city is considering five-story buildings in a space surrounded by
quiet, single-family homes.
I have made a long-term commitment to this neighborhood, and for what? I high rise? I chose
Harvest Creek specifically for its low-density character,pride of ownership and peaceful
atmosphere. Seeing a high-rise proposal right next to our backyards is incredibly disturbing.
This is textbook spot zoning that ignores the R-1 and R-2 patterns of our neighborhood.
Beyond the loss of character, I am worried about the dangerous precedent this sets for the
entire Fowler corridor. The extension of Annie Street into a through street without traffic
calming is a recipe for accidents and NOISE, especially with Emily Dickinson Elementary so
close by.
We already face enough congestion, and adding this level of density will strain our water and
sewer infrastructure beyond what it was ever built to handle. I feel like the city is prioritizing
top-dollar developers over the residents who have invested their lives here. Please consider the
safety of our pedestrians, out long term commitment to this community and the integrity of our
community by sticking to R-A zoning,which actually fits our neighborhood.
Kathryn Hohmann