Zoning Code
updated: Monday, July 26, 2010The Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 36 of City Code, establishes regulations and minimum requirements controlling the location, construction, alteration and use of structures and land within the city.
The ordinance creates use districts, which regulates what activities are permitted in different parts of the city. For example, the city Council may determine that a heavy industrial zone is not appropriate in a certain location because of its proximity to sensitive environmental features or residential districts. Zoning also creates minimum and maximum standards for yard area (setbacks), architectural materials, height, and parking. The purpose of the ordinance is the protection of the health, safety and welfare of the community.
Associated with the Zoning Ordinance is the official zoning map. This map shows the different districts and their boundaries. St. Louis Park has eleven different zoning districts. The zoning district associated with a property can be found on the map; the standards for each district are located in the Zoning Ordinance.
The zoning district of a property may be modified by the City Council; often, zoning districts change when redevelopment occurs. When considering modifications to the Official Zoning Map, the City Council considers the request of the applicant, the recommendations of City Staff and the Planning Commission, and the guidance found in the Comprehensive Plan.
To view the Zoning Ordinance:
View the Zoning Ordinance
Interactive Zoning Map
View the Official Zoning Map
To apply for an amendment to the Official Zoning Map, please use this application.
| Zoning Codes |
Chapter 36 Table of Contents  |
| Article I--In General Purpose, rules, definitions |
| Article II--Administrative and Enforcement Registration of land use, application process, public hearings |
| Article III--General Provisions |
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Article IV Zoning Districts |
| Div 1 Generally |
| Div 2 Land Use Descriptions and Characteristics |
| Div 3 Parks and Open Space Zoning District |
| Div 4 Residential District Regulations |
| Div 5 Commercial District Regulations |
| Div 6 Office District Regulations |
| Div 7 Industrial District Regulations |
| Div 8 M-X Mixed Use District |
| Div 9 Floodplain Districts |
| Div 10 Travel Demand Management District |
| Article V--Special Provisions Parking, Sign Regulations, Lighting, Landscaping, CUP & PUD process |
| Article VI--Nonconformities |
***For Zoning information specific to your property, please contact the Community Development Department at (952) 924-2575.
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