HB889

Montana HB889 revises local growth policy and county zoning laws to address population growth, infrastructure planning, and housing affordability.

Montana HB889 revises local growth policy and county zoning laws to address population growth, infrastructure planning, and housing affordability. It requires cities and counties to develop growth policies that include community goals, land use maps, and infrastructure plans. The bill prohibits certain land use regulations based on aesthetics, visibility, and economic needs. It also mandates coordination between cities and counties on growth policies and infrastructure planning. The bill appropriates $300 for notifying local governments about the changes.