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Planning commission advances land use plan update under SB 382; narrows focus on preferred housing strategies
Summary
City staff updated the Planning Commission on the Kalispell land use plan rewrite to comply with Montana Senate Bill 382 and sought direction on required housing strategies; commissioners expressed broad support for ADUs and higher‑density near transit while flagging concerns about lot‑size reductions and potential unintended consequences.
City planners told the Kalispell City Planning Commission on June 10 that the city is updating its land use plan to comply with Montana Senate Bill 382 (SB 382) and the Montana Land Use Planning Act. Staff described progress on public outreach and the housing element and asked the commission for guidance on the required housing strategies the city must select under state law.
Planner staff said the update replaces the City’s Growth Policy Plan 2035 and that public engagement has included workshops, drop‑ins and online tools through EngageKalispell.com. Staff reported the housing element is in draft form and that community input prioritized walkable neighborhoods, affordable housing, preserved open space, traffic management and downtown…
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