Residents of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, are being called upon to have their say as the city dives into phase 2 of its zoning code update. The City announced, via a social media post, that after wrapping up a revision of residential districts in the first phase, the spotlight has now turned to business zones and other zoning ordinance sections. Critical areas like business districts, parks, performance standards, and the regulatory process for zoning applications are all on the table.
The community engagement process promises to be thorough, kicking off with a survey this spring and stretching into the fall of 2025. As part of this initiative, the city's zoning administrator, Gary Morrison, is opening up the floor to locals for input. And for those eager to get into the nitty-gritty and contribute their perspectives, the city has a specific webpage dedicated to this purpose. The page not only offers updates but also the all-important survey concerning business districts. Input is not only sought, it's deemed invaluable by the city’s officials – a chance for the voices of St. Louis Park to shape their environment.
For those with questions or in need of clarification, the city has put a name and an email out there: Gary Morrison ([email protected]) stands ready to field queries. The city urges its residents to visit the project webpage and to participate in the survey. Feedback, as implied by the call for public input, is not only encouraged but could be decisive in the long-term development of the city's zoning laws.
It's a critical juncture for the residents of St. Louis Park, a time when the very rules that determine the layout and function of their city are being redrawn.
