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Rezoning: 2139 South 7th Street West from R5.4 Residential to RM1.5 Residential (multi-dwelling)
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
An application is under review for rezoning of the property located at 2139 South 7th Street West. The property is located near the intersection of South 7th Street West and Lynn Lane. It is currently vacant.
The applicant requests a rezone from R5.4 Residential to RM1.5 Residential (multi-dwelling). City Council will either approve or deny the rezoning request. The requested zoning district is a standard zoning districts that applies equally to other areas of the city with the same zoning. City Council cannot subject the rezoning approval to conditions because State Law prohibits conditions to standard zoning districts.
The R5.4 Residential zoning district requires a minimum parcel area of 5,400 square feet, and a minimum parcel area per unit of 5,400 square feet. The required setbacks are 20 feet in the front and rear, 7.5 feet on interior sides, and 10 feet for street sides. The maximum height is 30 or 35 feet, depending on roof pitch. The permitted residential building types are detached house, lot line house, and mixed-use building.
The RM1.5 Residential (multi-dwelling) zoning district requires a minimum parcel area of 3,000 square feet, and a minimum parcel area per unit of 1,500 square feet. The required setbacks are 20 feet in the front and rear, 5 feet on interior sides, and 10 feet for street sides. The maximum height is 45 feet. The permitted residential building types are detached house, lot line house, two-unit townhouse, three-unit townhouse, two-unit house, multi-dwelling house, multi-dwelling building, and mixed-use building.
The rezoning would increase the density from one dwelling unit per 5,400 square feet of parcel area to one dwelling unit per 1,500 square feet of parcel area. With the current R5.4 zoning, the zoning parcel would allow 1 dwelling unit. Under the proposed RM1.5 zoning, the zoning parcel would allow 6 dwelling units. The side interior setback would decrease from 7.5 feet to 5 feet. The maximum permitted height would increase to 45 feet.
The proposed RM1.5 zoning district would permit Library/Cultural Exhibit, College/University, Fraternity/Sorority, Office, Personal Improvement Service, Residential Support Services, and Wireless Communication Facility - ground-mounted support structure uses. Residential Storage Warehouse, Non-Accessory Parking, and Water Testing Laboratory uses would become conditional.
Information on the R5.4 Residential and RM1.5 Residential (multi-dwelling) zoning designations can be found in Title 20 at the following link: https://library.municode.com/mt/missoula/codes/municipal_code
For general rezoning information, review the FAQ’s on this page.
The subject property is in Franklin to the Fort Neighborhood and Council Ward 6.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3230/Private-Development-Projects
KEY DATES:
City Council: Monday, September 9, 2024, at 6:00 – Consent Agenda, 1st reading of ordinance, set Council Public Hearing, & refer item to Land Use and Planning Committee. No presentation.
Planning Board: Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, September 18, 2024, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting
City Council: Monday, September 23, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing, Final Consideration & Vote on Rezoning
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the Planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Tuesday, August 26, 2024, to be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board. Your comments may be considered by Planning Board and City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, in person at the City Council chambers and virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, with more information to be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)
The Planning Board public hearing will be held in the Sophie Moise conference room in the Missoula County Courthouse (200 W Broadway St.) Planning Board meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://missoulacomt.portal.civicclerk.com/?category_id=33
City Council meetings will be held in City Council Chambers (140 W Pine St.) Meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planner is Zoe Walters. They can be reached at (406) 552-6399 or waltersz@ci.missoula.mt.us.
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Subdivision, Annexation, & Rezone: Wildroot
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Development Services received a request from Cushing Terrell, on behalf of Pando Holdings, for a phased 248-lot major subdivision, annexation of 41.34 acres, and rezoning of the property located at and nearby 1600 Rimel Rd in Missoula adjacent to Hillview Way. Once complete, the subdivision would contain 21 townhome lots, 226 single-family lots, and 1 multi-family lot with 203 units. The property consists of 106.6 acres within seven parcels, two of which are already within City limits and five parcels to be annexed as a part of this proposal. The legal description can be summarized as seven tracts of land in the southwest quarter of the southwest quarter of Section 5 and the southeast quarter of Section 6, Township 12 North, Range 19 West, P.M.M. Missoula County, Montana.
The property abuts either existing residential development (generally to the west) or residential zoning (generally vacant at this time to the east) on all sides and one religious assembly use to the south. Another upcoming subdivision proposal, Meadow View Homes, is located nearby at the northwest corner across Hillview Way. The property was historically used for pasture grazing and a single-family home on site will be removed as a part of the proposal.
The proposed design is broken into 7 phases and improvements include the extension of a new collector road off Rimel Road, new water and sewer infrastructure, additional parkland, trail connections, and improvements to Hillview Way. The first phase of the proposed subdivision is the multi-family development currently permitted and under construction at the southwest parcel of the project area off Hillview Way.
The two parcels currently located within Missoula city limits are zoned a mix of RM1-35 Residential (multi-dwelling), RM0.5 Residential (multi-dwelling), R8 Residential, and B2-1 Community Business. The Hillview Heights Overlay also encompasses a portion of the western part of the site. The five parcels currently located in the County are zoned Residential (R) under Missoula County Zoning Regulations.
The proposed zoning for the site includes RM0.5 Residential (multi-dwelling), RM1-35 Residential (multi-dwelling), and R5.4 Residential. The proposal also requests the removal of the Hillview Heights overlay. The requested rezone is proposed to remove split-zoning currently in place on the property and to provide appropriate zoning for the future proposed residential development with higher density development located closer to Hillview Way and single-family uses as the site moves east and steepens.
The proposed zoning designations allow for a wide range of housing types including multi-dwelling buildings, townhomes, and single-family residences. The City’s Our Missoula Growth Policy identifies land use designations for the property of Residential High Density (24 – 43 dwelling units per acre) on the west side of the subject property and Residential Medium Density (3 – 11 dwelling units per acre) as you move east across the site. If developed as proposed, the subdivision would result in an overall density of just over 4 dwelling units per acre, which aligns with the general intent set forth in the Growth Policy, especially given that the proposal calls out higher density development to the west along Hillview Way and less dense development moving east, which upholds with Growth Policy recommendations.
The subdivision includes 7.8 acres of dedicated parkland that includes a new 8-foot wide gravel path connecting Moose Can Gully Trail to Rimel Road and an extensive network of less invasive singletrack
trails. In addition to parkland, 21.9 acres of common area would be accessible to residents and the public. The common areas are integrated into the overall layout of residential lots, providing additional trail connections throughout the neighborhood.
The subdivision includes six variance requests from the City Subdivision Regulations relating to allowing one dead-end street, exceeding block lengths in three different areas, accepting a trail alignment along Rimel Rd not fully meeting street/sidewalk standards, and permitting alleys to provide primary vehicular access to five lots.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application, preliminary plat, and other materials can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3308/Wildroot-Subdivision
PROJECT TIMELINE:
· City Council Consent Agenda: August 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM – Resolution of intent to annex, first reading of a zoning ordinance, refer the item to the Land Use and Planning Committee, and set a Public Hearing.
· Planning Board: August 20, 2024 at 6:00 PM – Planning Board (City/County) Public Hearing
· Land Use and Planning Committee: August 28, 2024 at TBD – Informational Item (no decision)
· City Council: September 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM – City Council Public Hearing and Decision
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, with the option to attend in-person or virtually via Microsoft TEAMs videoconferencing. To attend remotely, TEAMs links will be available on meeting agendas at the time of posting.
The Planning Board public hearing will be held in the Sophie Moiese conference room in the Missoula County Courthouse (200 W Broadway St.) Planning Board meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://missoulacomt.portal.civicclerk.com/?category_id=33
City Council meetings will be held in City Council Chambers (140 W Pine St.) Meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula Development Services office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Friday, August 9, 2024, to be included in the staff report provided to the Planning Board. Your comments will be considered by City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
PROJECT PLANNER: The project planner is Tara Porcari, who can be reached at porcarit@ci.missoula.mt.us.
REVIEW CRITERIA FOR ZONING AMENDMENTS (RE-ZONING):
City Council may either approve or deny the request. Standard zoning districts cannot be conditioned.
Title 20.85.040.G Review Criteria
In reviewing and making decisions on zoning amendments, the zoning officer, Planning Board and City Council must consider at least the following criteria:
1. Whether the proposed zoning amendment is consistent with MCA § 76-2-304:
a. Whether the zoning is made in accordance with a growth policy;
b. Whether the zoning is designed to secure safety from fire and other dangers;
c. Whether the zoning is designed to promote public health, public safety , and the general welfare;
d. Whether the zoning is designed to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks, and other public requirements;
e. Whether the zoning considers the reasonable provision of adequate light and air;
f. Whether the zoning considers the effect on motorized and nonmotorized transportation systems;
g. Whether the zoning considers the promotion of compatible urban growth;
h. Whether the zoning considers the character of the district and its peculiar suitability for particular uses; and
i. Whether the zoning conserves the value of buildings and encourages the most appropriate use of land throughout the jurisdictional area.
2. Whether the proposed zoning amendment corrects an error or inconsistency in the zoning ordinance or meets the challenge of a changing condition;
3. Whether the proposed zoning amendment is in the best interests of the city as a whole.
Title 20.85.040.H Protest Provisions
1. A formal protest petition opposing a zoning amendment must be submitted to the zoning officer or on the public record before the City Council's vote, allowing sufficient time for the city clerk to determine the validity of the petition.
2. A protest petition will be considered "valid" if it is signed by the owners of 25% or more of:
a. The area of the parcels that are the subject of the proposed change; or
b. The parcels or units, as defined in MCA § 70-23-102, within 150 feet of the parcel that is the subject of the proposed change. The area per unit to be included in the calculation of the protest shall be determined per MCA § 76-2-305.
3. When a valid protest petition has been submitted, approval of a zoning amendment requires a two-thirds majority vote of those City Council members present and voting.
REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SUBDIVISIONS:
City Council may either approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request.
4-010.14.A. Prerequisites for Approval.
The City Council may not approve or conditionally approve a subdivision application and preliminary plat unless the proposed subdivision:
· Provides easements for the location and installation of any planned utilities;
· Provides legal and physical access to each parcel within the subdivision and the notation of that access on the applicable plat and any instrument transferring the parcel;
· Assures that all required public improvements will be installed before final plat approval, or that such installation after final plat approval will be guaranteed as provided by Article 5 of the subdivision regulations; and
· Will comply with the requirements of Montana Code Annotated 76-3-504 regarding the disclosure and disposition of water rights.
4-010.14.B. Consideration - Standards.
In approving, conditionally approving or denying a subdivision application and preliminary plat, the City Council must consider whether the proposed subdivision complies with:
· The City of Missoula Subdivision Regulations including but not limited to the design standards set forth in Article 3;
· Applicable zoning regulations;
· Any other applicable local, state, and federal regulations; and
· The Montana Subdivision and Planning Act, including but not limited to the following impacts:
o Impact on agriculture;
o Impact on agriculture water user facilities;
o Impact on local services;
o Impact on the natural environment;
o Impact on wildlife;
o Impact on wildlife habitat; and
o Impact on public health and safety.
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Subdivision, Annexation & Rezoning: Aspire Subdivision 110 Sommers Street
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Update: This subdivision, annexation, and rezoning was approved on August 26, 2024.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Development Services received a request from 406 Engineering, Inc., on behalf of Denova Northwest, for annexation of 35.28 acres of land, a 182-lot major subdivision, and rezoning located at 110 Sommers Street in East Missoula. The property abuts existing residential development to the west and north, the Clark Fork River to the east, and Interstate 90 to the south. It was historically used for agriculture and includes two residences and a kennel that are no longer occupied.
The property consists of eight existing tracts of record described as Tracts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of Certificate of Survey No. 6629, Tracts 7 and 8 of Certificate of Survey No. 5298, and Tract A of Certificate of Survey No. 6338, all located in Section 19, Township 13 North, Range 18 West and Section 24, Township 13 North, Range 19 West.
The property is currently located outside of Missoula city limits and is zoned Residential (R) in Missoula County. In conjunction with annexing the property into the City of Missoula, the proposal includes a request to zone the subject property to the City’s RT5.4 Residential 5.4 (two-unit/townhouse) and apply a new Aspire Neighborhood Character Overlay zoning district. The RT5.4 zoning district permits detached houses, lot-line houses, two-unit townhouses, and two-unit houses.
The Aspire Neighborhood Character Overlay would expand the allowed uses to include multi-dwelling buildings on 10 lots (Lots 58-67) near the southern boundary of the subdivision. The overlay would also reduce front, rear, and side building setbacks throughout the subdivision and increase the percentage of front yards that may be used for parking or vehicular use. The stated intent of the overlay is to allow the creation of a variety of housing options for varying income levels within a cohesive neighborhood in compliance with the Residential Medium Density (3 – 11 dwelling units per acre) land use designation on the property under the City’s 2035 Our Missoula Growth Policy. If developed as proposed, the subdivision would result in approximately 7 dwelling units per acre.
The subdivision includes two public park areas including a 2.4-acre linear park with an 8-foot wide pedestrian path proposed along the top of the Clark Fork River bank and a 1.73-acre park abutting the existing Missoula County Canyon View Park at the subdivision’s west boundary.
The subdivision includes eight variance requests from the City Subdivision Regulations relating to reduced street right-of-way widths, eliminating a sidewalk along one side of a street for 460 feet, extending the maximum block lengths in several locations, and allowing alleys to provide primary vehicular access to three lots.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application, preliminary plat, and other materials can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3310/Aspire-Subdivision
PROJECT TIMELINE:
Developer Sponsored Neighborhood Meeting: June 27, 2024 6:00 – 7:30 PM at Mount Jumbo School
City Council Consent Agenda: July 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM – Resolution of intent to annex, first reading of a zoning ordinance, and refer the item to the City Council Land Use and Planning Committee
Planning Board: July 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM – Planning Board Public Hearing
Planning Board Continued: August 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM – Planning Board Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: August 7, 2024 at TBD – Informational Item (no decision)
City Council: August 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM – City Council Public Hearing
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, with the option to attend in-person or virtually via Microsoft TEAMs.
The Planning Board public hearing will be held in the Sophie Moiese conference room in the Missoula County Courthouse (200 W Broadway St.) Planning Board meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://missoulacomt.portal.civicclerk.com/?category_id=33
City Council meetings will be held in City Council Chambers (140 W Pine St.) Meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula Development Services office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Tuesday July 9, 2024, to be included in the staff report provided to the Planning Board. Your comments will be considered by City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
PROJECT PLANNERs:
The project planners are Dave DeGrandpre, who can be reached at (406) 552-6633 or degrandpred@ci.missoula.mt.us and Kristin Spadafore, who can be reached at (406) 552-6152 or spadaforek@ci.missoula.mt.us.
REVIEW CRITERIA FOR ZONING AMENDMENTS (RE-ZONING):
City Council may either approve or deny the request. Standard zoning districts cannot be conditioned.
Title 20.85.040.G Review Criteria
In reviewing and making decisions on zoning amendments, the zoning officer, Planning Board and City Council must consider at least the following criteria:
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment is consistent with MCA § 76-2-304:
- Whether the zoning is made in accordance with a growth policy;
- Whether the zoning is designed to secure safety from fire and other dangers;
- Whether the zoning is designed to promote public health, public safety , and the general welfare;
- Whether the zoning is designed to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks, and other public requirements;
- Whether the zoning considers the reasonable provision of adequate light and air;
- Whether the zoning considers the effect on motorized and nonmotorized transportation systems;
- Whether the zoning considers the promotion of compatible urban growth;
- Whether the zoning considers the character of the district and its peculiar suitability for particular uses; and
- Whether the zoning conserves the value of buildings and encourages the most appropriate use of land throughout the jurisdictional area.
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment corrects an error or inconsistency in the zoning ordinance or meets the challenge of a changing condition;
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment is in the best interests of the city as a whole.
Title 20.85.040.H Protest Provisions
- A formal protest petition opposing a zoning amendment must be submitted to the zoning officer or on the public record before the City Council's vote, allowing sufficient time for the city clerk to determine the validity of the petition.
- A protest petition will be considered "valid" if it is signed by the owners of 25% or more of:
- The area of the parcels that are the subject of the proposed change; or
- The parcels or units, as defined in MCA § 70-23-102, within 150 feet of the parcel that is the subject of the proposed change. The area per unit to be included in the calculation of the protest shall be determined per MCA § 76-2-305.
- When a valid protest petition has been submitted, approval of a zoning amendment requires a two-thirds majority vote of those City Council members present and voting.
REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SUBDIVISIONS:
City Council may either approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request.
4-010.14.A. Prerequisites for Approval.
The City Council may not approve or conditionally approve a subdivision application and preliminary plat unless the proposed subdivision:
- Provides easements for the location and installation of any planned utilities;
- Provides legal and physical access to each parcel within the subdivision and the notation of that access on the applicable plat and any instrument transferring the parcel;
- Assures that all required public improvements will be installed before final plat approval, or that such installation after final plat approval will be guaranteed as provided by Article 5 of the subdivision regulations; and
- Will comply with the requirements of Montana Code Annotated 76-3-504 regarding the disclosure and disposition of water rights.
4-010.14.B. Consideration - Standards.
In approving, conditionally approving or denying a subdivision application and preliminary plat, the City Council must consider whether the proposed subdivision complies with:
- The City of Missoula Subdivision Regulations including but not limited to the design standards set forth in Article 3;
- Applicable zoning regulations;
- Any other applicable local, state, and federal regulations; and
- The Montana Subdivision and Planning Act, including but not limited to the following impacts:
- Impact on agriculture;
- Impact on agriculture water user facilities;
- Impact on local services;
- Impact on the natural environment;
- Impact on wildlife;
- Impact on wildlife habitat; and
- Impact on public health and safety.
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment is consistent with MCA § 76-2-304:
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Rezoning: 1200, 1224, 1228, 1244, 1136, and 1138 Montana Street
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UPDATE: The rezoning request was approved on August 26, 2024. This case is now closed for comment.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
An application is under review for the rezoning of 1200, 1224, 1228, 1244, 1136, and 1138 Montana Street. The subject properties are located east of Russell Street and north of Wyoming Street. They are currently developed with six detached houses.
The site is currently zoned R20 Residential, and the applicant is seeking to rezone to B2-2 Community Business. City Council will either approve or deny the rezoning request. The requested zoning district is a standard zoning district that applies equally to other areas of the City with the same zoning. City Council cannot subject the rezoning approval to conditions because State Law prohibits conditions to standard zoning districts.
The existing R20 zoning district is considered low-density, allowing one detached house for every 20,000 square feet of parcel area. Based on an estimated area of 53,663 square feet, the current permitted density is two dwelling units. The district also requires the following setbacks: 20-foot front, 15-foot side, 12.5-foot street side, and 20-foot rear.
The requested B2-2 zoning district is mixed-use low intensity business, allowing for 1 dwelling unit per every 1,000 square feet of parcel area. If zoned B2-2 this lot would permit a density of 53 dwelling units. There are no required setbacks in this zoning district, except when development abuts a Residential district. The eastern-most parcel does abut a residential zoning district and will be subject to setback requirements.
The property is part of City Council Ward 3 and the River Front Neighborhood Council.
KEY DATES:
Planning Board: Tuesday, July 30th, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting
City Council: Monday, August 26th, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing, Final Consideration & Vote on Rezoning Request
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by June 5th, 2024 to be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board. Your comments will be considered by Planning Board and City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format. To attend the Planning Board meeting in person, please go to the Sophie Moiese Room on the first floor of the County Courthouse at 200 W Broadway Street. To attend the City Council public hearing in person, please go to Council Chambers at 140 W Pine Street. To attend the meeting virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, more information on how to attend will be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planner is Alex Bramlette who can be reached at bramlettea@ci.missoula.mt.us or (406) 552-6052.
IMPORTANT LINKS:
Public Meeting Agenda - How to Attend Virtual Meetings: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes (External link)
City Private Development Page – Application: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3230/Private-Development-Projects
Title 20 Zoning Ordinance:
https://library.municode.com/mt/missoula/codes/municipal_code
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Rezoning and Targeted Growth Policy Amendment: 2141 McDonald Avenue
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UPDATE: The targeted growth policy amendment and rezoning request was approved on August 26, 2024. This case is now closed for comment.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
An application is under review for rezoning and targeted growth policy amendment of property located at 2141 McDonald Avenue. The property is located at the intersection of McDonald Avenue and Brooks Street. It is currently vacant.
The site is currently split zoned as RT2.7 Residential (two-unit/townhouse) and C1-4 Neighborhood Commercial with a Design Excellence Overlay – Corridor Typology 1. The applicant is seeking to change the zoning to C1-3 Neighborhood Commercial with a Design Excellence Overlay – Corridor Typology 1. City Council will either approve or deny the rezoning request. The requested zoning district is a standard zoning districts that applies equally to other areas of the city with the same zoning. City Council cannot subject the rezoning approval to conditions because State Law prohibits conditions to standard zoning districts.
The subject property is split zoned RT2.7 Residential (two-unit/townhouse) and C1-4 Neighborhood Commercial. Title 20 states for existing and proposed uses and structures, the more restrictive provisions of the applicable zoning districts apply to the entire parcel. In this case, RT2.7 zoning applies to entire parcel.
The RT2.7 Residential (two-unit/townhouse) zoning district requires a minimum parcel area of 3,000 square feet, and a minimum parcel area per unit of 2,700 square feet. The required setbacks are 20 feet in the front and rear, 5 feet on interior sides, and 10 feet for street sides. The maximum height is 30 or 35 feet, depending on roof pitch. The permitted residential building types are detached house, lot line house, two-unit townhouse, two-unit house, and mixed-use building.
The C1-3 Neighborhood Commercial zoning district requires a minimum parcel area of 3,000 square feet for single-purpose residential and mixed-use buildings and no minimum parcel area for all other building types. The minimum parcel area per unit is 1,000 square feet for single-purpose residential and mixed-use buildings and no minimum parcel area per unit for Vertical Mixed-use buildings. There are no required front, rear, interior side, or street side setbacks required, except when the parcel is abutting an R district. The maximum height permitted is 65 feet. The C1-3 zoning district permits all residential and commercial building types. The C1 zoning district permits various civic, commercial, and industrial uses.
The rezoning would increase the density from one dwelling unit per 2,700 square feet of parcel area to one dwelling unit per 1,000 square feet of parcel area. With the current RT2.7 zoning, the zoning parcel would allow 5 dwelling units. Under the proposed C1-3 zoning, the zoning parcel would allow 14 dwelling units. The maximum permitted height would increase to 65 feet. The current maximum height is 35 feet.
Zoning is applied based on the land use designation of the Our Missoula 2035 City Growth Policy. Each land use designation has specific zoning districts that relate to the designation. This parcel has a split designation of Regional Commercial and Services and Residential Medium-High. In order to rezone the full parcel to C1-3, a targeted growth policy amendment is required to extend the Regional Commercial and Services land use designation to the east property line.
Information on the RT2.7 Residential 2.7 (two-unit/townhouse) and C1-3 Neighborhood Commercial zoning designations can be found in Title 20 at the following link: https://library.municode.com/mt/missoula/codes/municipal_code
For general rezoning information, review the FAQ’s on this page.
The subject property is in Southgate Triangle Neighborhood and Council Ward 4.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3230/Private-Development-Projects
KEY DATES:
City Council: Monday, July 22nd, 2024, at 6:00 – Consent Agenda, 1st reading of ordinance, set Council Public Hearing, & refer item to Land Use and Planning Committee. No presentation.
Planning Board: Tuesday, July 30th, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting
City Council: Monday, August 26th, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing, Final Consideration & Vote on Rezoning and Targeted Growth Policy Requests
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the Planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Tuesday, June 11, 2024, to be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board. Your comments may be considered by Planning Board and City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, in person at the City Council chambers and virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, with more information to be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planner is Zoe Walters. They can be reached at (406) 552-6399 or waltersz@ci.missoula.mt.us.
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Strong Riverstone Subdivision & Rezone
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Development Services has received a request from IMEG Corp., on behalf of Strong Development LLC, for an 18-lot major subdivision and rezone of 2.27 acres located at 2348 River Road, which can be legally described as the east one-half of the west one-half of Lots 29 and 30 of Cobban and Dinsmore’s Orchard Homes, a platted subdivision in Missoula County, Montana, according to the recorded plat thereof. The proposed subdivision is named Strong Riverstone Subdivision.
The proposed subdivision is within Missoula City limits and is zoned RT10 Residential 10 (two-unit/townhouse). The proposal includes a request to rezone the subject property to RT5.4 Residential 5.4 (two-unit/townhouse). The RT5.4 zoning district permits the same residential building types as the RT10 zoning district. The permitted residential building types are detached houses, lot-line houses, two-unit townhouses and two-unit houses. The required setbacks and maximum height limits are the same for both the RT10 and RT5.4 zoning districts. The RT10 zoning district requires a minimum parcel area of 10,000 square feet, and a minimum of 10,000 square feet of parcel area per dwelling unit. The RT5.4 zoning district requires a minimum parcel area of 5,400 square feet and a minimum of 5,400 square feet of parcel area per dwelling unit.
The subject property is located in City Council Ward 6 and the River Road Neighborhood Council area.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application, preliminary plat, and other materials can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3321/Strong-Riverstone-Subdivision-and-Rezone
PROJECT TIMELINE:
City Council Consent Agenda: May 20th at 6:00 PM – First reading of the ordinance & refer to LUP
Planning Board: May 21st at 6:00 PM – Planning Board Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: June 5th at TBD – Informational Item
City Council: June 10th at 6:00 PM – City Council Public Hearing
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, with the option to attend in-person or virtually via Microsoft TEAMs.
The Planning Board public hearing will be held in the Sophie Moiese conference room in the Missoula County Courthouse (200 W Broadway St.) Planning Board meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://missoulacomt.portal.civicclerk.com/?category_id=33
City Council meetings will be held in City Council Chambers (140 W Pine St.) Meeting agendas and information will be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Friday, May 10th, 2024, to be included in the staff report provided to City Council. Your comments may be considered by City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planners are Lauren Stevens, who can be reached at (406) 552-6054 or stevensl@ci.missoula.mt.us, and Dave DeGrandpre, who can be reached at (406) 552-6633 or degrandpred@ci.missoula.mt.us.
REVIEW CRITERIA FOR ZONING AMENDMENTS (RE-ZONING):
City Council may either approve or deny the request. Standard zoning districts cannot be conditioned.
Title 20.85.040.G Review Criteria
In reviewing and making decisions on zoning amendments, the zoning officer, Planning Board and City Council must consider at least the following criteria:
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment is consistent with MCA § 76-2-304:
- Whether the zoning is made in accordance with a growth policy;
- Whether the zoning is designed to secure safety from fire and other dangers;
- Whether the zoning is designed to promote public health, public safety , and the general welfare;
- Whether the zoning is designed to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks, and other public requirements;
- Whether the zoning considers the reasonable provision of adequate light and air;
- Whether the zoning considers the effect on motorized and nonmotorized transportation systems;
- Whether the zoning considers the promotion of compatible urban growth;
- Whether the zoning considers the character of the district and its peculiar suitability for particular uses; and
- Whether the zoning conserves the value of buildings and encourages the most appropriate use of land throughout the jurisdictional area.
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment corrects an error or inconsistency in the zoning ordinance or meets the challenge of a changing condition;
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment is in the best interests of the city as a whole.
Title 20.85.040.H Protest Provisions
- A formal protest petition opposing a zoning amendment must be submitted to the zoning officer or on the public record before the City Council's vote, allowing sufficient time for the city clerk to determine the validity of the petition.
- A protest petition will be considered "valid" if it is signed by the owners of 25% or more of:
- The area of the parcels that are the subject of the proposed change; or
- The parcels or units, as defined in MCA § 70-23-102, within 150 feet of the parcel that is the subject of the proposed change. The area per unit to be included in the calculation of the protest shall be determined per MCA § 76-2-305.
- When a valid protest petition has been submitted, approval of a zoning amendment requires a two-thirds majority vote of those City Council members present and voting.
REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SUBDIVISIONS:
City Council may either approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request.
4-010.14.A. Prerequisites for Approval.
The City Council may not approve or conditionally approve a subdivision application and preliminary plat unless the proposed subdivision:
- Provides easements for the location and installation of any planned utilities;
- Provides legal and physical access to each parcel within the subdivision and the notation of that access on the applicable plat and any instrument transferring the parcel;
- Assures that all required public improvements will be installed before final plat approval, or that such installation after final plat approval will be guaranteed as provided by Article 5 of the subdivision regulations; and
- Will comply with the requirements of Montana Code Annotated 76-3-504 regarding the disclosure and disposition of water rights.
4-010.14.B. Consideration - Standards.
In approving, conditionally approving or denying a subdivision application and preliminary plat, the City Council must consider whether the proposed subdivision complies with:
- The City of Missoula Subdivision Regulations including but not limited to the design standards set forth in Article 3;
- Applicable zoning regulations;
- Any other applicable local, state, and federal regulations; and
- The Montana Subdivision and Planning Act, including but not limited to the following impacts:
- Impact on agriculture;
- Impact on agriculture water user facilities;
- Impact on local services;
- Impact on the natural environment;
- Impact on wildlife;
- Impact on wildlife habitat; and
- Impact on public health and safety.
- Whether the proposed zoning amendment is consistent with MCA § 76-2-304:
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Rezoning: 455 Mount & 910 Brooks from R5.4 Residential & C1-4 Commercial / Design Excellence Overlay to M1R-3 Limited Industrial-Residential & M1R-3 / Design Excellence Overlay
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UPDATE: The rezoning request was approved on May 13, 2024. This case is now closed for comment.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
An application is under review for rezoning of properties located at 455 Mount Avenue and 910 Brooks Street. The subject properties are located southeast of the intersection at Mount Avenue and Brooks Street. It is currently developed with one detached house, a multi-tenant commercial building, and a large detached garage structure. 455 Mount Avenue is currently zoned R5.4 Residential and 910 Brooks Street is currently zoned C1-4 Neighborhood Commercial / Design Excellence Overlay Corridor Typology 1-Node.
The applicant has concurrently applied for a boundary line relocation to allow the property at 910 Brooks Street to acquire a portion of the existing 455 Mount Avenue property containing the detached garage. Under the current zoning, a boundary line relocation would create a split-zoned parcel at 910 Brooks Street, which is not allowed under Title 20 Zoning Regulations. A rezone is required to create zoning districts that align with the new lot boundaries.
The applicant is requesting the proposed parcel at 910 Brooks Street be rezoned to M1R-3 Limited Industrial-Residential / Design Excellence Overlay Corridor Typology 1-Node. The remaining parcel at 455 Mount is requested to be rezoned to M1R-3 Limited Industrial-Residential. The Design Excellence Overlay applies additional site and building standards to new construction and modifications of existing development. Fore more information, view the Design Excellence page on the City’s website.
910 Brooks: The existing C1-4 and proposed M1R-3 zoning districts allow the same residential building types and similar uses, but the existing C1-4 allows maximum building heights of up to 125 feet and the requested M1R-3 only allows buildings of up to 65 feet. Both zoning districts allow for a density of one dwelling unit per 1,000 square feet of parcel area. The current lot configuration would allow for 37 dwelling units. The proposed lot configuration would allow for 49 dwelling units, though no new development is currently proposed. Setbacks are the same for both zoning districts. To review all permitted, prohibited, and conditional uses for each zoning district, see Title 20, Section 20.10.020 and Title 20, Section 20.15.20 and compare the C1-4 and M1R-3 uses in Tables 20.10-1 and 20.15-1.
455 Mount Avenue: The existing R5.4 Residential zoning district allows for detached houses and lot line houses at a density of one dwelling unit per 5,400 square feet of parcel area. The current lot layout and zoning would allow for up to three dwelling units. The proposed M1R-3 zoning district allows one dwelling unit per 1,000 square feet of parcel area. The proposed zoning and lot layout would allow for 6 dwelling units, though no new development is currently proposed. The R5.4 zoning district has a maximum height of 30 or 35 feet depending on roof pitch. The M1R-3 district has a 65 foot height maximum. The R5.4 district requires a 20-foot front and rear setback and a 7.5-foot side setback. The M1R-3 zoning district does not have setbacks unless the parcel abuts a residential zoning district. In this case, 455 Mount Avenue would require a 20-foot front setback on Mount Ave. and a 7.5-foot side setback on the east property line. The R5.4 zoning district primarily only allows residential development. The M1R-3 zoning district allows for residential, commercial, and some limited industrial development. To review all permitted, prohibited, and conditional uses for each zoning district, see Title 20, Section 20.05.020 and Title 20, Section 20.15.20 and compare the R5.4 and M1R-3 uses in Tables 20.05-1 and 20.15-1.
For general rezoning information, review the FAQ’s on this page.
The subject property is in the Rose Park Neighborhood and Council Ward 3.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3230/Private-Development-Projects
KEY DATES:
City Council: Monday, April 15, 2024, at 6:00 – Consent Agenda, 1st reading of ordinance, set City Council Public Hearing, & refer item to Land Use and Planning Committee
Planning Board: Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, May 8, 2024, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting
City Council: Monday, May 13, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing, Final Consideration & Vote on Rezoning Request
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the Planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Tuesday, April 9, 2024 to be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board. Your comments may be considered by Planning Board and City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, in person at the City Council chambers and virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, with more information to be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planner is Tara Porcari. They can be reached at (406) 552-6085 or porcarit@ci.missoula.mt.us.
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Rezoning: 2361 and 2359 W Kent Ave. RT5.4 to RM1-35
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UPDATE: The rezoning request was approved on April 1, 2024. This case is now closed for comment.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
An application is under review for rezoning of property located at 2361 and 2359 W Kent Ave. The property is located two blocks east of C.S. Porter Middle School. It is currently developed with two detached houses and a shared detached garage. The site is currently zoned RT5.4 Residential (two-unit/townhouse). The applicant is seeking to change the zoning to RM1-35 Residential (multi-dwelling). City Council will either approve or deny the rezoning request. The requested zoning district is a standard zoning districts that applies equally to other areas of the city with the same zoning. City Council cannot subject the rezoning approval to conditions because State Law prohibits conditions to standard zoning districts.
The RT5.4 zoning district permits detached house, duplex, and two-unit townhouse residential building types. The required setbacks are 20 feet in front and rear, 7.5 feet or one-third the building height on interior sides, and 10 feet on street sides. The maximum height is 30 feet for buildings with primary roof pitch of less than 8 in 12 and 35 feet for buildings with primary roof pitch of 8 in 12 or greater. This zoning district permits a density of one dwelling unit per 5,400 square feet. This density allows 2 dwelling units on the property.
The RM1-35 zoning district permits all the same residential building types as well as three-unit+ townhouse, multi-dwelling building and multi-dwelling house. The RM1-35 zoning district permits some additional public/civic uses as well as office, personal improvement service, and residential support services which are not permitted in the RT5.4 zoning district. The front, rear, and street side setbacks are the same for both the RT5.4 and RM1-35 zoning districts. The side setback in the RM1-35 zoning district is 5 feet. The maximum height of the RM1-35 zoning district is 35 feet. This zoning district permits a density of one dwelling unit per 1,000 square feet. This density would allow up to 14 dwelling units on the property.
The subject property is in Franklin to the Fort Neighborhood and Council Ward 5.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3230/Private-Development-Projects
PROJECT TIMELINE:
City Council: Monday, February 26, 2024, at 6:00 – Consent Agenda, 1st reading of ordinance, set Council Public Hearing, & refer item to Land Use and Planning Committee
Planning Board: Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, March 27, 2024, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting
City Council: Monday, April 1, 2024, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Tuesday, February 20, 2024, to be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board. Your comments may be considered by Planning Board and City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, in person at the City Council chambers and virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, with more information to be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planner is Charlie Ream. They can be reached at (406) 552-6351 or reamc@ci.missoula.mt.us.
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Rezoning/Release of Deed Restriction: 550 N California St. Missoula Youth Homes
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UPDATE: The rezoning request was approved on December 18, 2023. This case is now closed for comment.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Development Services has received a request from MMW Architects representing Missoula Youth Homes to rezone the property addressed 550 N. California St. from Missoula Youth Homes PUD to C1-3 Neighborhood Commercial with a DE-D Design Excellence Downtown Gateway Overlay. The current Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning allows a 16-bed youth home which is considered a group living use. Missoula Youth Homes is able to accommodate youths that need this service at their other three shelters. They would like to use this structure for administrative offices in addition to a few medical offices offering outpatient therapeutic services. The need to allow other uses at the site is the reason for the rezoning request. For more information, see the cover letter in the application packet.
There is currently a deed restriction on the property from 1991 stating that the property may only be used for low to moderate income housing. The youth homes complied with this restriction. In order to allow the property to be used for offices supporting the needs of Missoula Youth Homes, the deed restriction must be released. The public hearing for the rezoning will include a recommended motion to release the deed restriction.
City Council will either approve or deny the rezoning request. The requested zoning district is a standard zoning districts that applies equally to other areas of the city with the same zoning. City Council cannot subject the rezoning approval to conditions because State Law prohibits conditions to standard zoning districts.
The Missoula Youth Homes PUD zoning allows for a 16-bed youth attention home and offices accessory to the home. The PUD zoning, established in 1991, also allows for a 6-unit apartment building. The PUD states this apartment building was to be constructed at a later date, however no such building exists. The uses and development options within the PUD are very limited. The C1-3 Neighborhood Commercial district allows for various commercial and civic uses as well as a few limited industrial uses. The C1-3 district also allows residential development at a density of 1 unit per 1,000 square feet of parcel area. All residential building types including multi-dwelling, townhouse, duplex, and detached house are permitted. The maximum height of the C1-3 district is 65 feet. The Design Excellence Overlay is a zoning overlay that adds additional development standards to the base zoning district. The Downtown Gateway Design Excellence subdistrict applies to surrounding properties with commercial zoning and should be applied to this property as well.
Information on the C1-3 Neighborhood Commercial zoning designation and the Design Excellence Overlay can be found in Title 20, Sections 2.10, 20.25.080, and 20.25.081 at the following link: https://library.municode.com/mt/missoula/codes/municipal_code
Rezoning FAQ’s are available on the righthand side of the Development Applications page on Engage Missoula.
The subject property is in the Westside Neighborhood Council and City Council Ward 2.
PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:
The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects
KEY DATES:
City Council: Monday November 27, 2023 at 6:00 pm – Consent Agenda. First Reading of Ordinance.
Planning Board: Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
City Council: Monday, December 11, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, December 13, 2023, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting
City Council: Monday, December 18, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Final Consideration & Vote on Rezoning Request/Deed Restriction
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Monday December 4th, 2023 for the comment to be provided to Planning Board. Your comments may be considered by Planning Board and City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, in person at the City Council chambers and virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, with more information to be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planner is Cassie Tripard. She can be reached at (406) 552-6673 or TripardC@ci.missoula.mt.us.
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Rezoning: 2145 W Sussex Ave
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UPDATE: The rezoning request was approved on December 18, 2023. This case is now closed for comment.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
An application is under review for rezoning of property located at 2145 W Sussex Ave. The property is located southeast of the intersection of Schilling St. and W Sussex Ave. It is currently developed with a single, detached house. The site is currently zoned RM2.7 Residential (multi-dwelling). The applicant is seeking to change the zoning to RM1-45 Residential (multi-dwelling). City Council will either approve or deny the rezoning request. The requested zoning district is a standard zoning districts that applies equally to other areas of the city with the same zoning. City Council cannot subject the rezoning approval to conditions because State Law prohibits conditions to standard zoning districts.
The RM2.7 zoning district permits detached house, duplex, two- and three-unit townhouse, multi-dwelling house, multi-dwelling residential building and mixed-use building types. The required setbacks are 20 feet in front and rear, 5 feet on interior sides, and 10 feet on street sides. The maximum height is 30 feet for buildings with primary roof pitch of less than 8 in 12 and 35 feet for buildings with primary roof pitch of 8 in 12 or greater. This zoning district permits a density of one dwelling unit per 2,700 square feet. This density would allow 4 dwelling units on the property.
The RM1-45 zoning district permits all the same residential building types and uses as the RM2.7 zoning district, with the addition of College/University and Residential Support Services permitted in the RM1-45 zoning district and Fraternity/Sorority being a conditional use in the RM1-45 zoning district. The required setbacks are the same as the RM2.7 zoning district. The maximum height of the RM1-45 zoning district is 35 feet. This zoning district permits a density of one dwelling unit per 1,000 square feet. This density would allow up to 12 dwelling units on the property.
The subject property is in Franklin to the Fort Neighborhood and Council Ward 5.
KEY DATES:
Planning Board: Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
City Council: Monday, November 27, 2023, at 6:00 – Consent Agenda, 1st reading of ordinance, set Council Public Hearing, & refer item to Land Use and Planning Committee
City Council: Monday, December 11, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing
Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, December 13, 2023, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting
City Council: Monday, December 18, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Final Consideration & Vote on Rezoning Request
PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:
Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearings are closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Provide your comment by Tuesday, November 21, 2023, to be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board. Your comments may be considered by Planning Board and City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.
All meetings will be held in a hybrid format, in person at the City Council chambers and virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, with more information to be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)
PROJECT PLANNER:
The project planner is Charlie Ream. They can be reached at (406) 552-6351 or reamc@ci.missoula.mt.us.
IMPORTANT LINKS:
Public Meeting Agenda - How to Attend Virtual Meetings: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes (External link)
City Private Development Page – Application: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/63445/4-MASTER-REZONING-SUBMITTAL-10-13-22
Title 20 Zoning Ordinance: https://library.municode.com/mt/missoula/codes/municipal_code?nodeId=TIT20ZO_CH20.10BUCODI
Rezoning FAQs:
https://www.engagemissoula.com/rezoning-500-south-higgins-avenue/widgets/36072/faqs#6576
