The City of Blaine is slated to shake up its zoning laws, particularly where your local car wash stands, folks, according to a recent announcement. Residents are called to speak their minds as the Planning Commission mulls over proposed amendments to key sections of the Zoning Ordinance during a public hearing. These changes will affect Nonconforming structures, Community Commercial Standards, Regional Commercial Standards, and the Planned Business District Standards.

If you're itching to get a look at the submitted plans or have a few questions before giving your two cents, the City's got you covered. They've made all related documents available on their official website. Just head over to BlaineMN.gov/PCItems and dig in, or if you rather the human touch, ring up the Planning Department at 763-785-6180. Don't forget, if you're planning to drop some written wisdom, it's got to be in before noon on May 13—make it count, unsigned, or anonymous comments won't make the cut.

The hearing's all set for a 7 PM kickoff on May 14, 2024, at the Blaine City Hall Council Chambers located at 10801 Town Square Drive. Your voice could shape the recommendation that the Planning Commission makes to the City Council, which ultimately, holds the final say in this potentially ordinance-revamping game.

For those who can’t make the meeting, but want to catch the action, Blaine's made it easy. You've got options: tune into Comcast channel 799 or livestream the whole shebang at BlaineMN.gov/Video. If time's not on your side, dip into the recordings at your own leisure, they're up for grabs at the same link, or BlaineMN.gov/Agendas. And hey, if English isn't your first language, don't sweat it, just contact Pat Robinson at the Planning Department by May 9 to sort out an interpreter.