AT the IR - Helena Approves 172 unit Westside Subdivision

Following more than two hours of public comment, during which more than 35 people spoke in opposition to the proposed development, the commissioners voted 5-0 to approve annexation of the 58 acres below Mount Helena into the city, and in a separate 5-0 vote, approved the subdivision.

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Read the article at the Helena Independent Record by Nolan Lister

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“In phase one, a portion of Hauser Boulevard from Overlook Estates to the north to the intersection with Granite Avenue will be paved and sidewalks, curbs, gutters and boulevards will be installed.

A small roundabout will be installed at that intersection as well.

In phase three, anticipated for completion by 2026, will include an upgrade to the portion of Park Drive adjacent to the subdivision with pavement, sidewalks, curbs, gutters and boulevards. The small section of Park Drive to the north of Hauser Boulevard, a dead-end street, will be paved only.

The commission's conditions also stipulate Sussex install traffic mitigating features around the elementary school, including sidewalk bulb outs (also known as curb extensions), a pedestrian crossing with a flashing light and an electronic speed limit sign.

Furthermore, Sussex will need to connect to the city's water and wastewater lines for service to the subdivision, and as part of the approval, the developer will need to replace the more than 120-year-old pipe if it is damaged or its capacity is exceeded…”

Updated: Helena City Commission OKs Westside Woods subdivision

The 172-unit subdivision was unanimously approved