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Deciphering the [Zoning] Code

Zoning definitions
You have received a notice of public hearing for a zoning issue in your city. Now what?   Do you feel like it is code for something about something? Wondering how it affects you?

Land Use Variance 1.0

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Few people have reason to know about variances if they have not needed one.   The Shorewood City Council may want to allocate time to discuss an overall policy focusing on variances.

Higher Density: How it Applies to Shorewood

Shorewood high density
On October 1 the Planning Commission held a public hearing to amend the R-3 Zoning District to higher density development, consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, as submitted to the Metropolitan Council.   Specifically, the zoning change applies to three parcels on Smithtown Road, west of the American Legion. One of these parcels is currently being considered for a townhome development.

Just Answer the Question!

question, question mark, opinion poll
The draft minutes from the July 9 Shorewood Park Commission meeting have just been released. Two items, subtly related, stand out in the 22 pages of the document.

Enterprise Funds…Not Just for Starships

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