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In 2023, the city hired a consultant to analyze Minnetonka’s existing zoning ordinance and assess its effectiveness in achieving the goals outlined in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The consultant's report identified sections of the ordinance that need updating, and the city council decided to move forward with a complete rewrite of the zoning ordinance.

The zoning ordinance update process will take approximately 18 months and involve staff and community workgroups. During this process, there will also be opportunities for public input.

In 2023, the city hired a consultant to analyze Minnetonka’s existing zoning ordinance and assess its effectiveness in achieving the goals outlined in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The consultant's report identified sections of the ordinance that need updating, and the city council decided to move forward with a complete rewrite of the zoning ordinance.

The zoning ordinance update process will take approximately 18 months and involve staff and community workgroups. During this process, there will also be opportunities for public input.

  • Calibration

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    Following workgroup meetings in February, the city's zoning consultant has been calibrating Minnetonka’s zoning districts and uses. This involves reviewing existing zoning districts, as well as exploring potential new or different districts. Additionally, calibration includes assessing the various land uses allowed in each district, including permitted, accessory, and conditional uses. The community workgroup will meet again at the completion of this work.

  • Community workgroup meeting - Feb. 26, 2025

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    The community workgroup met on Feb. 26. The city's consultant presented information about the existing zoning ordinance and diagnostic report. Group members then shared comments on zoning issues, particularly on issues related to housing. The group then conducted a preference survey focused on setbacks and housing diversity.

  • Council appoints community workgroup

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    At its Feb. 10 meeting, the city council appointed the following zoning ordinance update workgroup members:

    • Brad Wiersum
    • Kimberly Wilburn
    • David Allen
    • Derrick Banks
    • Linda Cohen
    • Alex Hanson
    • Lee Jacobsohn
    • Sandra Johnsons
    • Ashley Pattain
    • Katie Semersky

    The first meeting of the community workgroup is Wednesday, Feb. 26 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the council chambers.

  • Applications for Community Workgroup

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    The community workgroup will consist of current and former members from various city boards and commissions, as well as one resident and one resident business owner chosen at-large. The workgroup will meet in-person beginning in January 2025 and as called together over the following 18 months. All workgroup members will be appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council.

    The city is seeking residents and resident business owners interested in serving on the community workgroup. Ideal candidates should have a basic understanding of zoning and its role as a regulatory tool.

    The application deadline is Dec. 31, 2024.

Page last updated: 21 Apr 2025, 09:43 AM