Why was the old zoning unfair, and how is the new zoning different?

In the past, Missoula’s zoning rules caused most new housing—like apartments—to be built in our lowest-income neighborhoods. Meanwhile, many higher-income areas allowed for only single-family homes. This made it harder for some families to find housing in parts of the city connected to schools, parks, and services.


The new zoning code is designed to be more fair and balanced by:



  • Allowing more housing options in more neighborhoods, not just a few.
  • Encouraging smaller, more affordable homes across the city.
  • Sharing growth more evenly, so no one neighborhood carries all the change.


In short, the new zoning helps every neighborhood be part of Missoula’s future—so everyone has a fair chance to live where they want.



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