Those in support say the annexation would lead to developing critical housing while critics cite concerns about the increase in traffic, access to the highways, pedestrian traffic safety and whether the project is appropriate for the gateway into town. “We want to provide attainable and affordable housing.”Ĭomments regarding the annexation and potential development have been mixed. “These are not luxury apartments,” lead developer Alberto Valner told the Whitefish Pilot.

Plans call for 21 deed-restricted affordable units under the city’s Legacy Homes Program. Though Council will only consider annexation and zoning, the developer of what’s being called Alpine 93/40 is planning for a project that would include 210 housing units along with about 15,000 square feet of retail space filled with neighborhood-type businesses. The property is surrounded by residential on one side and commercial on three sides. Upon annexation the property would fall under Business Transitional District zoning. The property is currently in the county.Ĭity Council meets at 7:10 p.m. Annexation of a property at Whitefish’s south gateway that could lead to a large mixed-use development goes before City Council for a vote on Monday.Ĭouncil is set to vote on whether to annex and zone 11.63 acres of land at the southeast corner of the U.S.

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