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Community Development Board recommends RB zoning for Hansen Lane annexation despite neighborhood safety concerns
Summary
Bozeman’s Community Development Board voted 7-0 on April 20 to recommend approval of the Hansen Lane annexation and initial RB zoning for roughly 9.98 acres; staff found required criteria met, but neighbors urged RA zoning citing safety, height and compatibility concerns. The matter goes to the City Commission May 5.
The Bozeman Community Development Board voted 7-0 on April 20 to recommend approval of the Hansen Lane annexation (application 25775) and initial RB zoning for a 9.979-acre parcel north of Durston Road and east of Hansen Street.
City planner Colin presented staff’s analysis and told the board the application meets mandatory criteria A–D and that positive outcomes outweigh negatives for the remaining factors. Colin said the city has received 63 public comments on the proposal and that the item will be heard by the City Commission on May 5.
Applicant representatives argued RB zoning aligns with the community plan and the existing zoning pattern around the site. Chris Naumann, senior planner for Sanbel, said RB’s minimum net density of 8 dwelling units…
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