Bozeman sees reduction in unhoused camping in streets with permit system

Bozeman sees reduction in unhoused camping in streets with permit system

BOZEMAN, Mont. – In October, the Bozeman City Commission passed Ordinance 2172,requiring permits for camping in public rights-of-way. Since then, this ordinance has led to a reduction in the number of people camping without permits, and a reduction in overall…

City manager calls for patience in establishing “urban camping” law

By Eric Curl June 18, 2025 – The city is already receiving several requests for “immediate action” from citizens reporting alleged incidents, following the adoption last week of an ordinance that bans “urban camping” in public spaces, according to City Manager Jay Melder.Melder urged “patience and realistic expectations” as the city sets up procedures to implement the new law with “respect for both the law and humanity,” In a memo sent to the co…