Livingston’s zoning code helps shape how our community grows and develops. It decides where homes, businesses, and public spaces can go and sets rules for building and planning. As our city changes and grows, it’s important to update these regulations to reflect what our community values and needs are today.

Right now, our zoning code is outdated and doesn’t fully address today’s challenges or opportunities, like:

• Creating affordable housing and offering more housing choices
• Protecting Livingston’s special character and natural beauty
• Supporting sustainable and balanced growth
• Encouraging economic development while caring for the environment

Updating our zoning code gives us a chance to plan for the future, tackle important issues like housing, transportation, and environmental protection, and ensure our community continues to offer a high quality of life for all residents.

We want to hear from you! This is your chance to help shape Livingston’s future by sharing your ideas. Together, we can create zoning rules that support a thriving, welcoming, and sustainable community.

Livingston, MT, is famous for its beautiful natural scenery and breathtaking views. As we work on updating our zoning code, we want your input on the places that should be protected for future generations.

Viewsheds are the landscapes you can see from a specific spot, and they play a big part in making our city special.

We need your help to identify the areas that matter most. Use the interactive map to mark the spots where you think viewshed protection should be a priority. Tell us why these views are important to you and our community—whether for recreation, tourism, cultural heritage, or simply everyday enjoyment.

Your feedback will help us create policies that protect Livingston’s stunning views while supporting thoughtful and responsible growth.

Did you know that there are no building height limits in downtown Livingston? As part of the zoning code update, we’re considering whether rules on building heights should be added to help preserve the charm of our historic downtown.

Livingston’s downtown is special because of its unique character, community spaces, and distinctive buildings. We want to hear from you to make sure future development reflects our community’s values while allowing for growth.

What do you think the maximum building height should be? Should it change depending on the location or type of building? Share your ideas and help us shape a downtown skyline that respects Livingston’s small-town charm while planning for the future.

The north side of Livingston, beyond the train tracks, has a lot of potential for new development and redevelopment. As part of the zoning code update, we’re considering adding options for mixed-use or commercial development in this area.

Mixed-use development brings together homes, businesses, and sometimes recreational spaces, creating lively, walkable neighborhoods.

We want to hear your thoughts! What parts of the north side do you think would be best for businesses, mixed-use development, redevelopment, or other types of growth? Your input will help us make zoning decisions that support smart, sustainable growth and meet the needs of our community

As Livingston grows, we need to plan for housing that fits the needs of everyone in our community. Building higher-density housing, like townhomes, multi-family, and live-work spaces, can give people more options while making good use of land and resources.

Industrial development plays a key role in Livingston’s economy, providing jobs and supporting local businesses. As we update the zoning code, we’re looking at the best areas for future industrial use.

Industrial areas can include things like manufacturing, warehouses, and logistics. Choosing the right locations means considering access to transportation, keeping a safe distance from neighborhoods, and how these uses fit with nearby areas.

We want to hear from you! What parts of Livingston do you think are best for industrial development, and why? Your input will help us create zoning policies that support economic growth while meeting the needs of our community.

Large-scale retail businesses are defined in Livingston’s Municipal Code as commercial space that is 20,000 square feet or larger, not including parking. These stores often offer a wide range of products and services, but they also bring up important questions about how they fit with Livingston’s character, economy, and infrastructure.

What do you think? Should large-scale commercial stores have a place in Livingston? If so, where do you think they should go? Consider things like traffic, accessibility, the effect on small businesses, and how they might shape the unique character of our community.

Your feedback will play a key role in helping us decide whether and how large-scale commercial stores could be part of Livingston’s future.

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