Housing in Montana local government
What Montana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
260 Montana meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Montana with the most housing activity
- Missoula, MT (79)
- Whitefish, MT (50)
- Missoula County, MT (43)
- Kalispell, MT (22)
- Great Falls, MT (14)
- Anaconda, MT (13)
- Bozeman, MT (10)
- Butte, MT (9)
- Columbia Falls, MT (7)
- Helena, MT (3)
- Whitefish Public Schools, MT (3)
- Belgrade, MT (2)
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Resort tax committee reviews financial reports and project updates
The Whitefish Resort Tax Monitoring Committee will review financial reports and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The group will also discuss public works and parks projects funded by resort tax dollars.
Committee plans to present survey results and action items to City Council
The Sustainable Tourism Management Plan Standing Committee will approve minutes and discuss updates on the community survey, which has 154 responses toward a goal of 250. They will decide on actions to prepare two biannual presentations for City Council that summarize survey results, the fall tourism report, and…
Great Falls Housing Authority reviews insurance renewals and funding request
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss insurance renewals and a funding request from the Boys & Girls Club. The meeting includes the administration of the oath of office for Nena Horner.
Anaconda Public Housing Authority discusses budget and RAD updates
The Board will review financial statements, extraordinary expenditures, and community police statistics. Discussion includes updates on the RAD Incentive Compensation Plan and current budgeting.
Board to consider lot size variance for the Nelson family
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide if the Nelson family can create a 0.5-acre lot on the 'A' Hill property. This request seeks relief from the standard 10-acre minimum lot size required in the Anaconda Residential Estate District.
Board to consider $500K grant for low-income home rehab
The Board of County Commissioners will act on a consent agenda of 14 items and one action item. The action item is a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant for rehabilitating low- to moderate-income owner-occupied homes to address failing septic systems and health/safety issues. Consent items include a trail…
County Commissioners will terminate the office panic button contract
The Granite County Commissioners will review and decide on a range of items, including reports on roads, bridges, solid waste, and dam operations. They will discuss the renewal of the Home Companion Program using Area V funding and will vote to end the contract for county office panic buttons. Additional topics…
City Commission to consider rezoning 305 21st Ave S to R-2 medium-density residential
The Great Falls City Commission will consider a first reading of Ordinance 3285 to rezone 305 21st Ave S to R-2 Single-family Medium Density. The consent agenda includes setting public hearings for the Gibson Park concession lease, the Business Improvement District and Tourism BID budgets, and a rules update. The…
Council to hold public hearing on preliminary FY2027 budget
The Kalispell City Council will hold public hearings on the preliminary Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and on water, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment facility plans. The council will also consider amending off-street parking fees and a first reading of parking updates, a design contract for Fire Station…
Review of several site development projects and apartment complexes
The committee will review ongoing and new site development projects across Kalispell. Discussion includes updates on multiple apartment developments, a stormwater facility, and a commercial remodel.
Whitefish Housing Authority to adopt FY2027 budget, discuss strategy
The board will consider adopting the FY2027 Public Housing Operating Budget (Resolution #309) after it was tabled last month. They will also discuss the Whitefish Housing Strategy and approve an updated Memorandum of Agreement for Legacy Homes Program rental units. Additionally, the board will review Housing Choice…
Missoula council considers $130k purchase of 28 acres for Milwaukee Trail park
The Missoula City Council will hold public hearings on acquiring 28 acres of the historic Milwaukee Rail Corridor for a future trail park and on a land use plan amendment for the Reserve to Scott area. The council will also approve a $366,391 contract for security camera upgrades at city parks and aquatics facilities…
Great Falls Housing Authority Board Meeting on June 18, 2026
The Board of Commissioners will review administrative, financial, leasing, and police reports. The meeting includes discussions on old business regarding a community police officer contract and Play N’ Learn Daycare.
Commission considers $1.3 million fire training simulator and land use plans
The City Commission will hold public hearings on a land use participation plan, a growth policy, and TIF funding for infrastructure. The body is also deciding on a fire training simulator contract and a zoning change for the Good Medicine Housing development.
Board to discuss RAD conversion and union contract amendment
The Anaconda Public Housing Authority Board will approve minutes from May, review financial statements and vouchers, and discuss several new business items including a RAD update, the Pintlar fence project, collection loss write-offs, and an amendment to the collective bargaining agreement with the Laborers' Union…
Council to vote on $284K grant for backup generator at public safety building
The Kalispell City Council will consider several resolutions, including accepting a $284,075 grant for a public safety building backup generator, authorizing a $113,700 tax increment finance loan for a project at 40 Appleway Drive, and creating a housing study advisory committee. They also will vote on a consent…
Council to discuss reallocating 10% of resort tax to affordable housing
The Whitefish City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Resort Tax Community Housing Program, which proposes reallocating 10% of the city's 3% resort tax to fund affordable housing projects and programs. This would generate an estimated $27 million over 20 years. The council will also receive an annual…
City reviews status of multiple apartment and infrastructure projects
The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding several ongoing construction projects. The committee will also review preliminary comments for a new storage facility. Most items focus on site development and stormwater management.
Missoula considers ban on new retail cannabis dispensary licenses
The Housing, Redevelopment, and Community Programs Committee will discuss a proposal to prohibit new retail cannabis business licenses pending a code review. The committee will also review housing stability grants and board appointments.
Public hearing on annexation and R-2 zoning for Lot 3, Grandview Tracts
The Planning Advisory Board will hold a public hearing to consider annexing Lot 3 of Grandview Tracts (305 21st Ave S) into the city and establishing R-2 Single-family Medium Density zoning. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting. Public comments may be submitted via email…
Parking permit rates to increase to $85 annually
The Parking Commission will review and likely approve a significant rate increase for the Residential Parking Permit Program, raising annual permit costs from $65 to $85. The body will also approve funding requests for the Missoula Downtown Foundation and the Missoula Ravalli Transportation Management Association.
Affordable Housing Committee to vote on reserve balance application
The Affordable Housing Resident Oversight Committee will review its governing documents and financial standing. The body is tasked with reviewing its policy manual and bylaws, as well as voting on the application of the reserve balance.
Council discusses affordable housing committee and use of city land
The City Council will discuss creating an Affordable Housing & Homeless Advisory Committee, establishing design standards for the Parkline Trail, using city-owned property for affordable housing, and reviewing short-term rental statistics. No formal votes will be taken; council will direct staff on next steps.
Council discusses FY27 budget with new property tax rates
The Whitefish City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed FY27 budget, which includes changes to property tax rates due to state legislation (SB 542 and HB 231). They will discuss multiple funds such as municipal court, trail maintenance, resort tax, public works, impact fees, and housing. The budget…
Council holds first reading of new Land Use Plan, targets CFAC site for housing
The City Council holds a public hearing and first reading of a new Land Use Plan, which designates three opportunity areas: a 314-acre former smelter site (CFAC/Teakettle Heights) for a mixed-density neighborhood, Highway 2 & Halfmoon Road for regional commercial, and Cedar Palace for innovation/flex uses. The council…
Committee reviews site developments including Stillwater Bend and Outpost Apartments
The Site Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding several local construction projects. The body will review status updates and preliminary comments for residential and commercial developments.
Committee to discuss Legacy Homes Program incentives and tracking system
The Whitefish Community Housing Committee will discuss incentives and process development for the Legacy Homes Program. They will also develop a tracking system for housing opportunities and receive updates from housing organizations. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
Council considers 421-unit Teakettle Heights residential development
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the Teakettle Heights development, which includes annexation of 78 acres, a zone change from light industrial to two-family residential, a planned unit development for 421 units, and a preliminary subdivision plat. They will also adopt the Montana Land Use Plan…
City reviews preliminary plans for solid waste equipment storage building
The Site Development Review Committee will hear public comments and discuss performance bond reminders. Old business includes review of several ongoing projects such as Stillwater Bend Apartments and Flathead County Detention Center. New business features preliminary comments on a solid waste equipment storage…
Community Council reviews housing survey, wildfire plan, and annual report
The All Community Council will present the 2026 Housing & Community Development survey results and discuss the CDBG pre‑application process. It will also review the Community Wildfire Protection Plan and the Lands & Communities 2025 Annual Report. The meeting will conclude with an open Q&A session.
Housing authority to vote on 5-year plan enabling RAD conversion for Mountain View Manor
The Whitefish Housing Authority board will vote on adopting an updated 5-Year PHA Plan that includes a RAD/Section 18 conversion for Mountain View Manor. They will also discuss the FY2027 operating budget and an inventory of affordable housing in the Flathead Valley. Public comment is invited.
Public hearing on Little Shell Tribe annexation and 115-unit housing PUD
The Planning Advisory Board will hold a public hearing on the annexation of 18.4 acres (Tract 1, COS 3779) and adjoining California Avenue right-of-way, with establishment of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district. The Little Shell Tribe proposes a 115-unit residential development with apartments…
Board will consider FY 2026 budget amendment resolution
The Sanders County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a budget amendment at 10:00 a.m., followed by a vote on Resolution 2026‑10 for fiscal year 2026 budget changes at 10:20 a.m. They will also open a bid for surplus property—a 1992 Skid Steer—at 10:30 a.m. At 11:00 a.m., the board will discuss an…
Board to consider community police officer contract, approve SEMAP resolution
The Great Falls Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will discuss executive director reports on finances, leasing, and police. New business includes Resolution 1026 approving the SEMAP, a Community Police Officer Contract, and Play N’ Learn Daycare. The board will also consider recommendations for Vice Chair Doug…
Neighborhood council to review Benefis memory care facility permit
The Great Falls Neighborhood Council District 5 will consider a Conditional Use Permit for a Benefis Health System retirement home at 3020 18th Ave S. The project proposes a memory care village with 48 residents and 52 staff on a 13.14-acre site.
Council to vote on Midtown Commons development agreements
Council will decide on approving property purchase agreements and a development agreement for the Midtown Commons project, a major redevelopment of the former Southgate Crossing site. Consent agenda includes approval of $1.37M in accounts payable, a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for a park on North Scott…
Board to consider RAD update and capital fund resolution
The Anaconda Housing Authority board will discuss a Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) update and consider approving 2026 capital funds via Resolution No. 627. Other business includes a review of PHA collection write-offs through March 2026, the Cedar Park gas line replacement project, and ongoing union…
Resort Tax Committee reviews April collections and revenue allocations
The committee will review April 2026 resort tax collections and March revenue by period. They will receive updates from Public Works and Parks & Recreation. They will also confirm the standard allocation percentages for the resort tax revenues across categories like property tax relief, streets, housing, parks, and…
Lolo Council discusses zoning updates and public safety grant
The Lolo Community Council will review minutes and expenditures, and discuss updates to the Lolo Regional Plan and a proposed building permit exemption for storage structures. The council also received updates on a $700,000 federal grant for a Family Justice Center.
Council to vote on revised Riverfront Triangle land use agreement
The Missoula City Council will hold public hearings on a $1,025 per tree street tree mitigation fee for developers and on funding recommendations for affordable housing and community development grants. They will also vote on a consent agenda including establishing a farmer's market at Higgins Lot, appointing a…