The Bozeman Brief

Community Development Board — February 23, 2026


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Community Development Board — February 23, 2026

The Bozeman Community Development Board receives comprehensive training on how they'll evaluate zone map amendments and hear appeals under Montana's new land use law, MLUPA. City planner Chris Saunders and city attorney Greg Sullivan walk the board through the procedural changes, decision standards, and the critical importance of public engagement and robust written findings.

Chapters

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:00:32 – Agenda & Housekeeping
00:01:15 – MLUPA & New Framework
00:01:57 – Zone Map Amendments Explained
00:03:31 – Substantial Compliance Standard
00:04:30 – Public Comment & Findings
00:05:11 – Appeals as Judicial Review
00:06:03 – Ex Parte & Judicial Mindset
00:06:22 – Appeal Standards & De Novo Review
00:07:46 – Key Takeaways

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The Bozeman BriefBy Mark Egge