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West Trail Minor Subdivision
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Project Description: The Missoula County Department of Planning, Development and Sustainability (PDS) is reviewing a subdivision request submitted by Sun Pillar, LLC, represented by Missoula Engineering, LLC, to establish the West Trail Minor Subdivision in East Missoula. This proposal affects a 0.67-acre property already developed and legally described as Amended Plat of East Missoula Addition, Block 21, Lot 1A, S24, T13 N, R19 W.
The purpose of this request is to meet administrative requirements under MCA §76-3-203(1), allowing existing rental units to be converted into condos or townhomes. No new lots or dwelling units are being added as part of this subdivision.
Missoula County is notifying adjacent property owners and welcoming public comments on this proposal. If you would like to provide feedback, please submit your comments no later than Monday, April 14. Comments should relate to subdivision review criteria and can be submitted via:
Commenting below (Preferred)
Mail: PDS, 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802, Attn: Jennie Dixon
As an Administrative Minor Subdivision, this decision falls under the authority of the subdivision administrator at PDS and is not subject to a public hearing with the Board of County Commissioners. Appeals to the decision must follow Missoula County Subdivision Regulations, Section 5.8.16.9. The statutory deadline for a final decision is Tuesday, April 15.
View the Review Criteria for Subdivision Requests here.
The proposed subdivision is available for public inspection at the Missoula County Planning, Development and Sustainability Office, 127 E. Main, Suite 2, Missoula, MT, and the Missoula County Clerk and Recorder’s Office, 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, MT.
Project Timeline:
Public Comment Deadline: Monday, April 14
Decision Deadline: Tuesday, April 15
Project Staff Lead:
Jennie Dixon
406-258-4946
jdixon@missoulacounty.us
Related Documents:
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Fire Bucket Meadows Minor Subdivision
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Project Description:
Fire Bucket Meadows Minor Subdivision is a proposed five-lot residential subdivision on 19.82 acres at 11109 Fire Bucket Loop, northwest of the Wye. The project is proposed by Dale Sparks and Tamara Jo Beich, represented by Professional Consultants, Inc. Each lot will be accessed from Fire Bucket Loop, a 60-foot private access road. Road improvements are planned to bring the section serving the subdivision up to Missoula County road standards.
As part of the subdivision review process, we are seeking public comments on how the proposal aligns with key review criteria, including:
• Compliance with zoning and the Growth Policy
• Potential impacts on agriculture, local services, the natural environment, wildlife, and public health and safety
• Adherence to state survey requirements and local subdivision regulations
• Provision of necessary easements
• Availability of legal and physical access
Project Timeline:
The Board of County Commissioners will review this proposal and make a decision at a public meeting on Thursday, March 27 at 2 p.m. in the Sophie Moiese Room at the Missoula County Courthouse Annex (200 West Broadway).
Community members, especially adjacent property owners, are encouraged to submit comments and questions by commenting on this post, attend the meeting in person, or join virtually via Microsoft Teams:
• Phone: Call 406-272-4824, Conference ID 467 457 758#
• Online: Visit missoula.co/bccmeetings
Project Staff Lead: Patrick Swart
Related documents: Click here to download the application.
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Placid View Lot Minor Subdivision
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Project Description:
Project Overview
Missoula County is considering a proposal to remove an agricultural restriction from a property near Placid Lake, allowing for residential development. This project, known as the Placid View Lot Minor Subdivision, also includes a request for a variance from the county's subdivision regulations regarding through lots. The Missoula County commissioners will review and make a decision on this request, with public input encouraged from nearby property owners.
What's being proposed?
Placid View is a one-lot minor subdivision near Placid Lake. The property is currently encumbered by a covenant that was placed on the property as part of a subdivision exemption in 2001. The covenant requires the property to be used exclusively for agricultural purposes. The applicants, David and Karen Castle, would like to remove the covenant so the property can be developed for a residential use.
Removing the covenant requires the property to go through local subdivision review and receive approval from the Missoula County commissioners. If approved, the agricultural restrictive covenant will be removed from the property, allowing for uses other than agriculture. No additional lots will be created through this subdivision request—this proposal is simply about making the land eligible for home construction while still following all relevant zoning, health and building regulations. Any future development will still be required to comply with those regulations.
The Castles are also applying for a variance from Section 3.3.2.4 of the Missoula County Subdivision Regulations to allow the proposed subdivision lot to vary from through-lot restrictions. Their property is currently bordered by two existing roads—North Placid Lake Road (to the south) and Placid Creek Road (to the north). This is considered a "through lot" (lots with roads on both sides) in the Missoula County Subdivision Regulations, which are prohibited except when they are essential to overcome specific disadvantages of topography or orientation, as determined by the county commissioners as a variance request.
Project Timeline:
Missoula County wants to hear from adjacent property owners before making a decision. If you have questions or concerns about this proposal, now is the time to voice them.
- Submit Comments: Residents can share their thoughts and questions by commenting on this post or contacting the project lead between now and the public hearing.
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Attend the Public Hearing: The Missoula County commissioners will discuss and vote on this proposal 2 p.m. Thursday, March 13, in the Sophie Moiese Room of the Missoula County Courthouse Annex, 200 West Broadway.
Participants may attend in person at this location or may attend the meeting virtually over Microsoft Teams. To join the call on your phone, call 406-272-4824, Conference ID 467 457 758#. To join the meeting on your electronic device, please use the following link: missoula.co/bccmeetings
Project Staff Lead: Patrick Swart
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One Mile Estates Minor Subdivision
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The One Mile Estates Minor Subdivision proposes dividing a 14.06-acre parcel into five residential lots for single-family homes. The property is located just north of Interstate 90, near Frenchtown Frontage Road and Roman Creek Road, in an area with a mix of residential and agricultural land.
The land is currently vacant but has a history of prior subdivisions, including the Alexander Subdivision (approved in 2023) and the One Mile Ranch Subdivision (platted in 2019). The new lots will use an existing cul-de-sac road from the earlier development. Frenchtown High School is directly to the east, while the surrounding area includes a mix of existing and proposed homes, agricultural land and open space.
As part of the approval process, adjacent property owners are encouraged to provide feedback on the project. The goal is to ensure that community members have an opportunity to ask questions and share any concerns before a final decision is made.
Project Timeline:
- County commissioners hearing — 2 p.m. Thursday, March 13
Project Lead:
- Project Staff Lead: Katy Reeder
Community Engagement
The public engagement period is focused on gathering comments and questions from nearby property owners. These will help inform the county commissioners, who will make the final decision on the subdivision proposal.
If you live near the proposed subdivision and have input, this is your chance to share your thoughts before the commissioners' public meeting on March 13. Your feedback matters in shaping the future of the community!
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Pernell Commons Minor Subdivision in East Missoula
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The Missoula County Department of Planning, Development & Sustainability (PDS) has received a request from Habitat for Humanity, represented by IMEG, to subdivide a .22-acre tract in East Missoula into four residential lots.
The subdivider has requested a variance to allow two of the four lots to use the alley for legal access. All four lots will use a parking area located on Lot 3, next to the alley.
The property is located at 509-515 Speedway Ave., on the south side of the road near the intersection with Clyde Street. The property is legally described as COS #3917, Parcel 2, located in the S2 & SW4 SE4 S20, T14 N, R20 W, P.M.M., Missoula County.
Details on the subdivision request are available by contacting the PDS Office or online at http://missoula.co/governingbodyreviewpacket. Comments may be mailed to PDS, 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, MT, 59802 or emailed to jdixon@missoulacounty.us.
The commissioners must base their decision on the following review criteria, so comments related to these criteria are most useful. REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SUBMISSION REQUESTS
Findings of Fact
The staff recommendation on a subdivision request is made after consideration of the following findings of fact:
Compliance with zoning and the comprehensive plan;
Effects on agriculture and agricultural water user facilities, local services, the natural environment, wildlife and wildlife habitat, and public health and safety;
Compliance with survey requirements established in state statute, and local subdivision regulations and review procedures;
Provision of necessary easements; and,
Provision of legal and physical access.
The governing body (Board of County Commissioners) may require mitigation to minimize potentially significant adverse impacts without unreasonably restricting a landowner’s ability to develop the land. (Subdivision Regulations, Chapter 5.7.14.7)
When determining appropriate mitigation, the governing body shall consider: A) whether unmitigated impacts of a proposed development are unacceptable, precluding approval of the plat; and B) the expressed preference of the subdivider. (Subdivision Regulations Chapter 5.7.14.7)
Project Timeline:
The county commissioners will conduct a public hearing on this item on at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9. Participants may attend the public hearing in-person in the Sophie Moiese Room of the Missoula County Courthouse Annex, 200 W. Broadway in Missoula. Participants may also attend the meeting virtually over Microsoft Teams. The meeting agenda and information on how to join the meeting on your electronic device, will be available online at http://missoula.co/bccmeetings. To join the call on your phone, call 406-272-4824, Conference ID 467 457 758#.
Anyone attending who needs special assistance should provide advance notice by calling 406-258-4657. Your attendance and your comments are welcomed and encouraged. If you are not able to view the documents electronically or need additional information, contact Jennie Dixon at 406-258-4946 or jdixon@missoulacounty.us.
Project Lead:
Contact Jennie Dixon under the “Who’s Listening” section of the right-hand side with any questions.
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Kemosabe Subdivision Road Access Variance
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Missoula County Department of Planning, Development & Sustainability (PDS) has received a variance request from Woith Engineering, who seeks to maintain and improve a driveway access to US Highway 93 S, located at 5115 Highway 93 S and is legally described as S02, T12 N, R20 W, TRACT 5 OF WORNATH ORCHARD TRACTS 12A1 & 12A2. The 3-acre parcel is zoned as CC (Commercial Center) and is currently occupied by a mechanic shop. The proposed Kemosabe Subdivision on this and neighboring parcels to the north is intended to allow for the development of commercial condominiums. Section 6.2.B.3.b.i. of the Missoula County Zoning Regulations requires access to a corner lot to be from the street with the lower roadway classification, which in this case would be Blue Mountain Road, and not US 93 S.
Project Timeline:
The public hearing before the Missoula County Board of Adjustments is scheduled for Wednesday July 17th , 2024, at 6:00 pm. Participants may attend the public hearing in-person in the Sophie Moiese Room of the Missoula County Courthouse Annex, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT. Participants may also attend the meeting virtually over Microsoft Teams.
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Written comments received by Wednesday, July 10, 2024 will be included in the staff report to the Board of Adjustment. Comments received after that date will be presented to the board during the public hearing.
Project Planner:
Project planner Zach Jones can be reached at zjones@missoulacounty.us (External link) or 406-258-4652
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Hellgate Pines No.2, Block 1, Lot 13 Minor Subdivision
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The Missoula County Planning Office has received a request from Erik and Ivy Fister, represented by Montana Northwest Company, to subdivide 2.76 acres into two (2) residential lots. The property is located at 14020 Hampton Drive, in Clinton. The property is legally described as HELLGATE PINES # 2, S12, T12 N, R18 W, BLOCK 1, Lot 13.Details on the subdivision request are available by contacting the Planning Office or online at
http://apps.missoulacounty.us/go/hellgatepinesno2lot13
It is the County’s policy to notify property owners adjacent to proposed subdivisions. The purpose of this notification is to ensure that you are aware of this pending proposal in your area and to invite your comments regarding the proposal. Our records show that you currently own property adjacent to or near the above-described property. If you have any comments on this subdivision request relative to the review criteria for subdivision requests (enclosed), please submit them in written form to this office no later than Tuesday, February 20th, 2024. Written comments will be taken by the Board of County Commissioners after that date, up until the public hearing is closed; however, any written comments received by February 15th will be included in the staff report to the Board of County Commissioners. Hard copy comments may be mailed to PDS, 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, MT, 59802.
A public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 22nd, 2024, in the Sophie Moiese Room of the Missoula County Courthouse Annex, 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, or via Microsoft Teams. To join the call on your phone, call 406-272-4824, Conference ID 943 499 551#. To join the meeting on your electronic device, please use the following link: http://missoula.co/bccmeetings. Please contact Missoula County at 406-258-3507 or by email at lcollins@missoulacounty.us if you have questions about joining the meeting.
Your attendance and your comments are welcome and encouraged. If you are not able to view the documents electronically or you need additional information, please contact our office.
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Holt Ranch Minor Subdivision
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The Holt Ranch Minor Subdivision is a proposal by Ramona Holt, represented by Professional Consultants, Inc., to subdivide a ranch west of Lolo into two tracts, one that is 29.43 acres (Lot 22A) and one that is 42.39 acres (Lot 22B) proposed for agricultural and residential use. Lot 22A includes the home, barn and ranch buildings and the other tract, Lot22B, is largely vacant hayland. Ramona's son and his family live on the ranch now.
Find the full subdivision application and review materials at http://missoula.co/holtranchsubdivision
Project timeline:
The Missoula County commissioners will hear this item at their 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, public meeting. Join the meeting in the Sophie Moiese Room of the Missoula County Courthouse annex, or online via Microsoft Teams. Find the meeting agenda and link to join at http://missoula.co/bccmeetings. Please note the agenda will be published on Friday, Feb. 16.
Project lead:
Contact Tim Worley under the "Who's Listening" section on the right-hand side with any questions.
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