HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-17-26 Public Comment - M. Bateson - Improvements to Zone Edge Transitions neededFrom:Mary Bateson
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Improvements to Zone Edge Transitions needed
Date:Monday, August 17, 2026 6:26:33 PM
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Dear City Commission,
Zone Edge Transitions (ZETs) should be required in more places. Developments should not be
allowed to cede a small strip of land in order to avoid transition requirements. Additionally, ifbuildings taller than 60 feet are allowed, a 60-foot right-of-way is not enough of a transition.
ZETs need to focus on mitigating the impacts of height. The shadow cast by tall buildings,
especially when they are to the south of lower intensity zones, need to be considered. ZETsaren't the tool to mitigate the impacts of industrial or manufacturing uses next to residential.
In the future, please consider other code improvements to improve the human experience from
the sidewalk and mitigate the impacts of noise, lighting, and construction on neighbors.
Finally, the 90-foot height allowance in B-3 impacts the surrounding neighborhood andweakens affordable housing incentives. Please change the maximum height allowance in B-3
back to 60 or 70 feet.
Thank you for your consideration,Mary Bateson, Bozeman Resident