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The City of Missoula receives numerous development applications each year. Application review processes often include the opportunity for public comment. Public bodies like the Missoula City Council, Missoula City-County Consolidated Planning Board, City Board of Adjustment, and City Design Review Board encourage public comment as a way to better understand aspects of the development project, potential impacts, and ways the impacts might be mitigated.

This page is a central place to view submissions and provide comments on current development applications. Visit the Frequently Asked Questions on the sidebar for general information on how, why, and when development applications allow for public comment. You can click on the Development Applications by Hearing Type tab to search for specific types of development applications in the list of specific projects.

Listed below are development applications for specific projects currently under review by the City of Missoula. Each project description includes a project name, brief description, links to application materials, comment deadline, and the name of the project planner assigned to the project review. You can submit comment directly in the space available in the project description. (NOTE: You must be registered with Engage Missoula in order to do so). You can also contact the project planner directly to make comment, or to request more information.

Remember to visit this page to stay updated on the progress of development applications.

The City of Missoula receives numerous development applications each year. Application review processes often include the opportunity for public comment. Public bodies like the Missoula City Council, Missoula City-County Consolidated Planning Board, City Board of Adjustment, and City Design Review Board encourage public comment as a way to better understand aspects of the development project, potential impacts, and ways the impacts might be mitigated.

This page is a central place to view submissions and provide comments on current development applications. Visit the Frequently Asked Questions on the sidebar for general information on how, why, and when development applications allow for public comment. You can click on the Development Applications by Hearing Type tab to search for specific types of development applications in the list of specific projects.

Listed below are development applications for specific projects currently under review by the City of Missoula. Each project description includes a project name, brief description, links to application materials, comment deadline, and the name of the project planner assigned to the project review. You can submit comment directly in the space available in the project description. (NOTE: You must be registered with Engage Missoula in order to do so). You can also contact the project planner directly to make comment, or to request more information.

Remember to visit this page to stay updated on the progress of development applications.

  • Public Forum: University of Montana Indoor Practice Facility

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    Update: The public forum was held by City Council on Monday, July 17th at 6:00 pm. This case is now closed for comment.


    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    City of Missoula Community Planning, Development, and Innovation (CPDI) has received a notice from OZ Architects on behalf of the University of Montana of their intent to construct an Indoor Practice Facility at the intersection of the vacated S Van Buren St. and S 5th St. E. The proposal includes a seasonal, air-inflated dome that will enclose a track and turf field. The project also includes the inflation equipment and two masonry buildings that will house the facility’s entrances, offices, and restrooms. The subject property is located at 655 S Van Buren St. The proposed project includes the removal of six trees over 6” in diameter and no additional landscaping. The project intends to provide additional recreational and practice space for University of Montana athletic teams and other Missoula athletics.

    The footprint of the indoor practice facility will be approximately 217 feet North-South and 485 feet East-West. The dome will be 66 feet in height when inflated.

    The proposed scope of work for the project does not include the replacement of trees larger than 6” in diameter at breast height. Per the landscaping requirements in Title 20, Chapter 20.65.020.B.8, the removal of trees with a diameter breast height (DBH) of six inches or greater, single stem, must be mitigated by providing one or more replacement trees with a total combined DBH that is at least equal to the total DBH of trees that are removed. Approximately 108” of DBH has been removed and none will be replaced in the scope of the proposed project.

    The proposed scope of work for the project also does not include the minimum number of shrubs required by 20.65.020.B3. General site landscaping must consist of at least one tree and six shrubs per 1,000 square feet of required general site landscaping area. The required landscaped area is approximately 93,554 square feet for a total of 564 shrubs. The provided landscaped area is compliant, but the number of required shrubs is not.

    City Council is authorized by state law to hold a public hearing, known as a public forum, when a public agency proposes to use public land contrary to the local zoning regulations. The public agency in this case is the University of Montana. City Council does not have the power to deny or condition the approval of the project. The proposed use is permitted regardless of the outcome of the hearing. However, public comment is greatly appreciated.


    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects


    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    The hearing date is scheduled for July 17th, 2023 at 6:00 PM. Information on how to attend the meetings virtually or in-person is posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes


    PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:

    Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearing is 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 meeting.

    Provide your comment by July 3rd, 2023 to be included in the staff report provided to City Council. Your comments may be considered by the University of Montana when moving forward with their proposal.


    PROJECT PLANNER:

    The project planner is Charlie Ream and can be reached at (406) 552-6351, or reamc@ci.missoula.mt.us.


  • Subdivision Exemption for 6+ Lots: Inez & Idaho Street

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    UPDATE: The subdivision exemption was approved by City Council on July 17th, 2023. This case is now closed for comment.


    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    An application is under review for a subdivision exemption involving six or more lots at the subject property at the intersection of Inez Street and Idaho Street, legally described as Lots 4-12 in Block 7 of Eddy Addition, located in Section 21, Township 13 North, Range 19 West, P.M.M. The proposal includes an aggregation from nine (9) to eight (8) lots and a boundary line relocation of the eight (8) lots, per MCA 76-3-207(f).

    Regulations in MCA 76-3-207(2) state that a subdivision exemption that “rearranges six or more lots must be reviewed and approved by the governing body”, which requires a public hearing and City Council decision prior to the filing of an amended plat.

    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects

    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    The City Council public hearing is scheduled for July 10th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

    The Land Use and Planning Committee informational meeting is scheduled for July 12th, 2023 (time TBD)

    The City Council Final Consideration meeting is scheduled for July 17th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

    All meetings will be held in person with an option to attend remotely, with more information to 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 meetings 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 July 3rd, 2023, 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 planner is Tara Porcari. She can be reached at 552-6085, or porcarit@ci.missoula.mt.us

  • Subdivision and Annexation: Icon Apartment Homes at Dougherty Ranch

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    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    Development Services has received a request from IMEG Corp.,representing Braxton Development LLC on behalf of Dougherty Ranch LLC., for a 101-lot major residential subdivision, rezone, and annexation of 44.75 acres located west of Flynn Lane on Tract B of Certificate of Survey 6850. The proposed subdivision is named Icon Apartment Homes at Dougherty Ranch.

    The project is within the Sxwtpqyen Neighborhoods Master Plan area and must comply with the Sxwtpqyen Neighborhoods Form Based Zoning Code (Title 21). Title 21 Form Based Zoning Code regulates street types, block perimeters, minimum and maximum densities, lots sizes, ratio of zoning districts (transect zones), land uses, design and more. Title 21 requires that City Council either approve, approve with conditions, or deny the master site plan.

    To comply with the Form Based Zoning Code, the applicant requests zoning upon annexation of Title 21 transect zones: OS Open Space (5.4 acres), T3 Neighborhood Edge (1.52 acres), T4-O Neighborhood General – Open (8.01 acres), T4-R Neighborhood General – Restricted (11.46 acres) and T5 Mixed-Use Center (7.68 acres). The T3 transect zone primarily permits residential uses at a density of 6 to 8 dwelling units per acre, some civic uses, and some educational uses. The T4-R transect zone primarily permits residential uses at a density of 12 to 36 dwelling units per acre, some civic, and some educational uses. The T4-O transect zone primarily permits residential uses at 12 to 36 dwelling units per acre, small scale lodging, commercial, some civic, and some educational uses. The T5 zone permits residential uses at 24 to 72 units per acre, the highest intensity and mix of uses with buildings located close to the sidewalk

    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application, preliminary plat, and other materials can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/2938/Braxton---Icon-Apartments-Annexation-Sub

    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    City Council: August 7th, 2023 at 6:00pm – Adopt Resolution of Intent to Annex, set the City Council Public Hearing, and referral to Land Use and Planning Committee

    Land Use and Planning Committee: August 9th, 2023 (Time TBD) Pre-public hearing informational only meeting

    Planning Board: August 15th, 2023 at 6:00pm – Public hearing

    City Council: August 21st, 2023, at 6:00pm – City Council public hearing

    Land Use and Planning Committee: August 23rd, 2023 (time TBD) – Discussion and Motions

    City Council: August 28th, 2022 at 6:00 pm – Final Consideration

    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 July 14, 2023 be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board and City Council. Your comments may be considered by City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.

    Comments may also be submitted on this page, by email to degrandpred@ci.missoula.mt.us, or by mail to Development Services, Attn: Dave DeGrandpre at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, Montana, 59802. Written comment will be taken up until the public hearing is closed.

    PROJECT PLANNER:

    The project planner is Dave DeGrandpre who can be reached at (406) 529-0709 or degrandpred@ci.missoula.mt.us.

    REVIEW CRITERIA FOR ANNEXATION

    Review the City Annexation Policy here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1506/Plans-and-Regulations

    REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SUBDIVISIONS

    4-010.14.A. Prerequisites for Approval.

    1. The City Council may not approve or conditionally approve a subdivision application and preliminary plat unless the proposed subdivision:
    1. Provides easements for the location and installation of any planned utilities;
    2. 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;
    3. 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
    4. 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:

    1. The City of Missoula Subdivision Regulations including but not limited to the design standards set forth in Article 3;
    2. Applicable zoning regulations;
    3. Any other applicable local, state, and federal regulations; and
    4. The Montana Subdivision and Planning Act, including but not limited to the following impacts
    5. Impact on agriculture;
    6. Impact on agriculture water user facilities;
    7. Impact on local services;
    8. Impact on the natural environment;
    9. Impact on wildlife;
    10. Impact on wildlife habitat; and
    11. Impact on public health and safety.
  • Subdivision and Annexation: Sapphire Place

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    UPDATE: The annexation and subdivision preliminary plat were approved by City Council on June 26th, 2023. This case is now closed for comment.


    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    Development Services has received a request from IMEG Corp., on behalf of Cathcart Properties Inc., for a 39-lot major residential subdivision and annexation of 18 acres located west of Flynn Lane on Tract 2-A of Certificate of Survey No. 6689. The proposed subdivision is named Sapphire Place.

    The project is within the Sxwtpqyen Neighborhoods Master Plan area and must comply with the Sxwtpqyen Neighborhoods Form Based Zoning Code (Title 21). Title 21 Form Based Zoning Code regulates street types, block perimeters, minimum and maximum densities, lots sizes, ratio of zoning districts (transect zones), land uses, design and more. Title 21 requires that City Council either approve, approve with conditions, or deny the master site plan.

    To comply with the Form Based Zoning Code, the applicant requests zoning upon annexation of Title 21 transect zones: OS Open Space (2.6 acres), T3 Neighborhood Edge (1.06 acres), T4-O Neighborhood General – Open (4.56 acres), T4-R Neighborhood General – Restricted (1.92 acres) and T5 Mixed-Use Center(3.71 acres). The T3 transect zone primarily permits residential uses at a density of 6 to 8 dwelling units per acre, some civic uses, and some educational uses. The T4-R transect zone primarily permits residential uses at a density of 12 to 36 dwelling units per acre, some civic, and some educational uses. The T4-O transect zone primarily permits residential uses at 12 to 36 dwelling units per acre, small scale lodging, commercial, some civic, and some educational uses. The T5 zone permits residential uses at 24 to 72 units per acre, the highest intensity and mix of uses with buildings located close to the sidewalk. The applicant is proposing to preserve historic buildings onsite and to dedicate parkland equivalent to 2.2 acres.

    The applicant is requesting variances to Article 3, Section 3-030.1.C.3 of the City Subdivision Regulations which requires each lot to abut and have access to a public or private street or road.

    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application, preliminary plat, and other materials can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/3114/Sapphire-Place-Subdivision

    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    City Council: June 5th, 2023 at 6:00pm – Adopt Resolution of Intent to Annex, set the City Council Public Hearing, and referral to Land Use and Planning Committee

    Planning Board: June 6th, 2023 at 6:00pm – Public hearing

    Land Use and Planning Committee: June 7th, 2023 (Time TBD) Pre-public hearing informational only meeting

    City Council: June 12th, 2023, at 6:00pm – City Council public hearing

    Land Use and Planning Committee: June 21st, 2023 (time TBD) – Discussion and Motions

    City Council: June 26th, 2023 at 6:00 pm – Final Consideration

    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 May 30, 2023 be included in the staff report provided to Planning Board and City Council. Your comments may be considered by City Council in their decision to approve or deny this request.

    PROJECT PLANNER:

    The project planner is Dave DeGrandpre who can be reached at (406) 529-0709 or degrandpred@ci.missoula.mt.us.

    Comments may also be submitted on this page, by email to degrandpred@ci.missoula.mt.us, or by mail to Development Services, Attn: Dave DeGrandpre at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, Montana, 59802. Written comment will be taken up until the public hearing is closed.

    REVIEW CRITERIA FOR ANNEXATION

    Review the City Annexation Policy here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1506/Plans-and-Regulations

    REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SUBDIVISIONS

    4-010.14.A. Prerequisites for Approval.

    1. The City Council may not approve or conditionally approve a subdivision application and preliminary plat unless the proposed subdivision:
    1. Provides easements for the location and installation of any planned utilities;
    2. 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;
    3. 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
    4. 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:

    1. The City of Missoula Subdivision Regulations including but not limited to the design standards set forth in Article 3;
    2. Applicable zoning regulations;
    3. Any other applicable local, state, and federal regulations; and
    4. The Montana Subdivision and Planning Act, including but not limited to the following impacts
    5. Impact on agriculture;
    6. Impact on agriculture water user facilities;
    7. Impact on local services;
    8. Impact on the natural environment;
    9. Impact on wildlife;
    10. Impact on wildlife habitat; and
    11. Impact on public health and safety.
  • Public Forum: YMCA and Missoula County Landscaping, Parking, and Signage for Renovations and New Facilities

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    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    Community Planning, Development, and Innovation received an application from Paradigm Architecture on behalf of the YMCA and Missoula County for the parcel at 3000 Russell St.

    The proposed project includes the renovation of the existing YMCA facility and the addition of an Airnasium, childcare facility, and five new signs. There are several variations from local zoning regulations across the site and structures.

    A Day Care Center of thirteen children or more is not a permitted use in OP3. There is currently a day care with the same use on the existing site. That building will be demolished, and a new childcare facility will be constructed.

    The required number of vehicle parking spaces for the proposed new structures and uses is not met on site but is fulfilled by an adjacent lot to the south, leased from the City of Missoula by the YMCA. The site will also not meet short or long-term bicycle parking requirements.

    General landscaping, street frontage landscaping, interior parking lot landscaping, and perimeter parking lot landscaping requirements will not be met. The number of trees and shrubs required for general landscaping will not be provided. The number of shrubs required for street frontage landscaping will not be provided. The parking lot will be mostly unchanged and the existing parking lot islands are not landscaped with trees or groundcover. There are not as many existing parking lot islands as are required. The new islands in the parking lot addition for the childcare facility will have trees but not groundcover. Perimeter parking lot landscaping standards will not be met through a berm, wall, or plantings. The ground-mounted mechanical equipment on site will not be screened from view of the street or park.

    There will be six signs in total, five wall signs and one window sign. There is proposed to be two wall signs on the existing YMCA building, when only one is allowed per building. Both signs will be larger and taller than is permitted. There is also proposed to be a window sign on the second floor of the existing building, which is not permitted. There is proposed to be two wall signs on the new childcare facility. Both signs will be larger than the maximum area permitted and taller than the maximum height permitted. There is proposed to be a wall sign on the new Airnasium to be larger and taller than permitted.

    City Council is authorized by state law to hold a public hearing, known as a public forum, when a public agency proposes to use public land contrary to the local zoning regulations. The public agency in this case is Missoula County. City Council does not have the power to deny or condition the approval of the project. The proposed use is permitted regardless of the outcome of the hearing. However, public comment is greatly appreciated.

    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects

    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    The hearing date is scheduled for May 15th, 2023 at 6:00 PM. Information on how to attend the meetings virtually or in-person is posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes


    PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:

    Public comment will be taken by City Council until the public hearing is 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 meeting.

    Provide your comment by May 12th, 2023 to be included in the staff report provided to City Council. Your comments may be considered by Missoula County when moving forward with their proposal.


    PROJECT PLANNER:

    The project planner is Charlie Ream who can be reached at (406) 552-6351, or reamc@ci.missoula.mt.us.

  • Administrative Adjustment: 717 Grant Street– Parcel Area for One Additional Unit

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    UPDATE: The Administrative Adjustment for one additional unit at 717 Grant Street was approved. This case is now closed for comment.


    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    The City of Missoula Development Services has received a request from Mike Morgan of Hoffmann-Morgan Associates, representing the owner of the property addressed 717 Grant St, Blaine McElmurry, for an Administrative Adjustment to increase the number of dwelling units allowed from 20 to 21 units. Title 20, Section 20.85.110.B.7 authorizes the zoning officer to approve an administrative adjustment to permit the construction of one additional residential dwelling unit on a parcel that would otherwise be prohibited solely because the parcel does not comply with the minimum parcel area standards of the subject zoning district. A request can be made for an adjustment only if the existing parcel area is at least 95% of the required minimum area.

    The subject property is zoned RM1-45 (Residential Multi-Dwelling), which requires 1,000 square feet of parcel area per dwelling unit. The property is 20,772 square feet or 98.9% of the required 21,000 square feet needed for 21 dwelling units.

    If approved by the Zoning Officer, the parcel will be permitted to have 21 dwelling units instead of 20.


    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects


    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    15-Day Noticing Period: April 21- May 7, 2023

    Administrative Action: May 7, 2023


    PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:

    Public comment will be taken by staff until the 15-day noticing period is closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, or by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Provide your comment by Friday, May 5, 2023 to be included in the report prepared by staff.


    PROJECT PLANNER:

    The project planner is Charlie Ream. Charlie can be reached at reamc@ci.missoula.mt.us or (406) 552-6351.

  • Administrative Adjustment: 708 Stoddard Street– Parcel Area for One Additional Unit

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    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    The City of Missoula Development Services has received a request from Mike Morgan of Hoffmann-Morgan Associates, representing the owner of the property addressed 708 Stoddard St, BHK Properties LLC, for an Administrative Adjustment to increase the number of dwelling units allowed from 7 to 8 units. Title 20, Section 20.85.110.B.7 authorizes the zoning officer to approve an administrative adjustment to permit the construction of one additional residential dwelling unit on a parcel that would otherwise be prohibited solely because the parcel does not comply with the minimum parcel area standards of the subject zoning district. A request can be made for an adjustment only if the existing parcel area is at least 95% of the required minimum area.

    The subject property is zoned RM1-45 (Residential Multi-Dwelling), which requires 1,000 square feet of parcel area per dwelling unit. The property is 7,800 square feet or 97.5% of the required 8,000 square feet needed for 8 dwelling units.

    If approved by the Zoning Officer, the parcel will be permitted to have 8 dwelling units instead of 7.

    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects

    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    15-Day Noticing Period: April 3 - April 17, 2023

    Administrative Action: April 18, 2023

    PROJECT COMMENT DEADLINE:

    Public comment will be taken by staff until the 15-day noticing period is closed. Comments can be submitted through Engage Missoula, via email to the planner noted below, or by mailing in a letter to the City of Missoula office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Provide your comment by Monday, April 17, 2023 to be included in the report prepared by staff.

    PROJECT PLANNER:

    The project planner is Trey Reinhardt. He can be reached at reinhardtt@ci.missoula.mt.us or (406) 552-6041.

  • Family Transfer Subdivision Exemption: 3800 Lincoln Road

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    UPDATE: This item was held in committee twice. On May 22, 2023 City Council voted to approve the Family Transfer Subdivision Exemption. This case is now closed for comment.


    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    An application is under review for a family transfer subdivision exemption for the subject property located at 3800 Lincoln Road, legally described as Parcel A in Certificate of Survey (C.O.S.) 5029, a tract of land located in the NE1/4 of Section 11, Township 13 North, Range 19 West, P.M.M.

    Missoula City Subdivision Regulations, Article 8, Section 8-040.4(E)2.a.i, state that “the use of a family transfer in combination with other exemptions by the same claimant, regardless of when the other exemption was taken” requires a public hearing so the City Council may determine if the applicant is entitled to the exemption. Family transfers are exemptions to the subdivision, which means that parcels can be created without going through the full subdivision process.

    Mr. and Mrs. Christian wish to transfer 0.68 acres of land to their daughter. If approved by City Council, a 0.68-acre parcel will be created for the transfer.


    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application packet can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects

    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    The City Council public hearing is scheduled for May 1st, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

    The Land Use and Planning Committee informational meeting is scheduled for May 3rd, 2023 (time TBD)

    The City Council Final Consideration meeting is scheduled for May 8th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

    All meetings will be held in person with an option to attend remotely, with more information to 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 meeting. Provide your comment by April 25th, 2023, 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 planner is Trey Reinhardt. He can be reached at 552-6041, or reinhardtt@ci.missoula.mt.us

  • Phased Development Review: Riverfront Trails Subdivision Phase 1A

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    UPDATE: On April 17, 2023 City Council voted to approve the phased development review. This case is now closed for comment.


    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    The subdivider is preparing to file the final plat and create the lots for Phase 1A of the Riverfront Trails Subdivision, approved by City Council on December 12, 2022. The Riverfront Trails Subdivision is located at 6525 Miller Creek Road, next to Jeanette Rankin Elementary School. Phase 1A includes Lots 1 and 2, the large park lots, and access to the park. State Law requires City Council to hold a public hearing before each phase of a subdivision proceeds with installation of infrastructure and filing a final plat. City Council will review any changes in regulations since approval of preliminary plat for the subdivision and any new information that may create significant adverse impacts previously not considered by City Council.

    No regulations have changed since the preliminary plat approval. There are only two new pieces of information. Included in the application packet is an updated Lower Miller Creek Road and Old Bitterroot Road Roundabout Analysis. Additionally, a minor plat adjustment was approved which shifts the roundabout south onto the subdivision site, slightly modifies Lot 2, and straightens out Drago Lane. The minor adjustment is represented on the draft final plat in the application packet.

    The property is within the Miller Creek Neighborhood Council and City Council Ward 5.


    PROJECT APPLICATION LINKS:

    The application, preliminary plat, phasing plan, and other materials can be viewed here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1638/Private-Development-Projects

    PROJECT TIMELINE:

    The City Council public hearing and final consideration is scheduled for April 17th, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

    The Land Use and Planning Committee pre-public hearing informational meeting is scheduled for April 12th 2023 (time TBD).

    Information regarding how to attend the meetings virtually or in-person is 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 meeting. Provide your comment by Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, to be included in the staff report provided to City Council.

    PROJECT PLANNER:

    The project planner is Cassie Tripard, who can be reached at TripardC@ci.missoula.mt.us or 406-552-6673.

  • Rezoning: 327 SW Higgins Avenue

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    UPDATE: On May 15, 2023 City Council voted to approve the rezoning to B2-1 Community Business with a Design Excellence Overlay at 327 SW Higgins Avenue. This case is now closed for comment.


    PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

    An application is under review for rezoning of a property located at 327 SW Higgins Avenue. The subject property contains an existing multi-tenant commercial building. The site is currently zoned B1-1 Neighborhood Business with the Design Excellence Corridor Typology 2 overlay. The applicant is seeking to change the zoning to B2-1 Community Business with the Design Excellence Corridor Typology 2 overlay. 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 designation. City Council cannot subject the rezoning approval to conditions because state law prohibits conditions to standard zoning districts.

    The B1 zoning district permits all residential building types, a variety of public/civic uses, and limited commercial uses. There are no required setbacks for this parcel because it does not abut a residential zoning district. The maximum height limit is 40 feet. The current zoning district permits a density of 43 dwelling units per acre.

    The B2 zoning district permits all the same uses as the B1 zoning district, with the addition of more commercial and limited industrial uses. The required setbacks and maximum height are the same as the B1 zoning district. This zoning district permits a density of 43 dwelling unit per acre.

    The subject property is in the Farviews/Pattee Canyon Neighborhood Council and City Council Ward 4.


    KEY DATES:

    City Council: Monday, April 17, 2023, at 6:00 – Consent Agenda, 1st reading of ordinance, set Council Public Hearing, & refer item to Land Use and Planning Committee

    Planning Board: Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing

    City Council: Monday, May 8, 2023, at 6:00 pm – Public Hearing

    Land Use and Planning Committee: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, (Time TBD) – Informational Meeting

    City Council: Monday, May 15, 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 Development Services office at 435 Ryman Street, Missoula, MT 59802, or during the public meetings. Please provide your comment by Friday, March 31, 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 at 140 W. Pine Street and virtually via Microsoft TEAMs, with more information to be posted here: https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/1149/AgendasWebcastsMinutes(External link)


    PROJECT PLANNER:

    Lauren Stevens StevensL@ci.missoula.mt.us 406-552-6054

    The project planner is Lauren Stevens. She can be reached at (406) 552-6054 or StevensL@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/1638/Private-Development-Projects

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