HELENA — The Helena Forward Land Use Plan has been in the works since last March and aims to help shape the future of the city through directing its growth, but as it moves into its next steps, what does this mean for Helena?

“How do we protect the city’s character that we have now, that we identify with, and how, through anticipated growth, do we protect what is truly Helena?” posed Chris Brink, the City of Helena Community Development director.

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The plan stems from Senate Bill 382, passed during the 2023 legislative session. The Montana Land Use Planning Act established required components of a comprehensive plan for jurisdictions of a certain size in Montana, like Helena.

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