The final plat for Montana Sapphire Subdivision, Amended Lot 4, Block 1 is being presented to Council for approval. On February 25, 2013, the City Council conditionally approved the preliminary plat of this 2-lot subdivision and 50-unit subdivision for rent or lease. The subject property is generally located south of King Avenue West, on the north side of Montana Sapphire Drive.  The property is zoned Highway Commercial (HC) with the South Shiloh Corridor Overlay District.  A 154-unit senior living apartment building is proposed on Lot 4A, and up to 50 self-storage units are proposed on Lot 4B. The owner is Montana Sapphire, LLC and the developer is Affinity at Billings, LLC. The representing agent is Sanderson Stewart. Upon City Council approval, these documents are appropriate as to form for filing with the Clerk and Recorder.

The City Council may approve or deny the final plat of Montana Sapphire Subdivision, Amended Lot 4, Block 1. If the City Council chooses to deny the final plat, it must base the denial on the criteria outlined in MCA 76-3-611 and BMCC, Section 23-307.

Should the City Council approve the final plat, the newly created lots will be developed which will increase tax revenues for the City.

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the final plat of Montana Sapphire Subdivision, Amended Lot 4, Block 1.