About the Planning Division

The Planning Division of Community Development is primarily responsible for furthering the goals of the Bozeman Community Plan (2020) and maintaining the Bozeman Municipal Code in order to:

• Promote public health and safety
• Create a functional community that is beautiful, healthful and efficient
• Balance the desires of the City Commission, Developers and Individuals in the Community
• Support economic development

FY25 Fee Schedule (PDF)

FY26 Fee Schedule, effective September 1st, 2025 (PDF)

Design Standards Updates

NEW Landscape and Irrigation Design Standards - Ordinance 2155 and Resolution 5586 (PDF) - Landscape and Irrigation Design Standards Manual

Starting on June 15th, 2024, all new construction must adhere to the new Landscape and Irrigation Design Standards. Please see below for more information regarding these new standards

Have a Question or Comment?

We strive to provide excellent customer service. Contact our Planning Division to speak with someone about planning topics such as zoning, site plans, historic preservation, short term rentals or business licensing. 

Call us:

(406) 582-2260 ext. 2

Our main phones are consistently monitored during business hours. If you reach voicemail, please leave a message and we will get back to you right away.

Email us:

Please email questions to PlanningTech@bozemanmt.gov and your questions will be assigned to the Planner of the Day.

Visit us:

Professional Building front counter (20 East Olive St.) is open M,W,F 9am-4pm; T,Th 9am-1pm