The bill amends zoning regulations in Montana to permit taller buildings in municipalities with populations over 5,000, specifically in urban areas designated by the U.S. Census Bureau. It modifies Section 76-2-304 to require that zoning regulations allow for multiple-unit dwellings and mixed-use developments in commercial zones, provided that these developments meet certain criteria, including having access to municipal water and sewer systems. The bill also stipulates that municipalities cannot impose more than one off-street parking space per unit and cannot enforce height restrictions of less than 60 feet for buildings in designated commercial zones.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 76-25-303 to prevent local governments from enacting height restrictions that would conflict with the new provisions in Section 76-2-304. It includes a delayed effective date of October 1, 2026, allowing municipalities time to adjust their zoning regulations accordingly. The changes aim to promote urban growth and development while ensuring that safety, health, and welfare standards are maintained.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_1(1): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_1(2): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_1(3): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_1(4): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_1(5): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_1: 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(1): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(10): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(11): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(12): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(13): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(14): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(15): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(16): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(17): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(2): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(3): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(4): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(5): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(6): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(7): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(8): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2(9): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_2: 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3(1): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3(2): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3(3): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3(4): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3(5): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3(6): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3(7): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_3: 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(1): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(2): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(3): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(4): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(5): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(6): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(7): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(8): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X(9): 76-2-304, 76-25-303
SB0243_X: 76-2-304, 76-25-303