Commissioners approve Collier zone change on Highway 93 North

The Flathead County Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution 837FQ on April 7 to change the zoning designation for property at 76 Fred's Way from SAG‑10 to SAG‑5 at the request of owners Teresa Ann and Robert R. Collier. Planning and Zoning Director Carl Schultz told the board the Flathead County Planning Board had held a public hearing on Feb. 11 and forwarded a unanimous 6–0 positive recommendation.

Schultz said the staff findings conclude the proposed SAG‑5 designation would preserve rural and low‑density residential character, provide adequate fire and emergency access through the West Valley Fire District and Flathead County Sheriff’s Office, and be consistent with the Flathead County Growth Policy. He noted the change could allow one additional tract through a potential division of the roughly 10‑acre parcel and that appropriate review of water, sewer and school impacts would follow any development.

Rob Collier, who identified himself as a nearby property owner, spoke briefly in support, saying he had no questions about the application. After a round of corrected findings and a brief commissioner discussion, the board voted to adopt the corrected findings and approve the zone change by voice vote.

The resolution directs staff to implement the map amendment consistent with the adopted findings; the county will follow standard permitting and review processes for any future development allowed under the SAG‑5 designation.