This bill mandates the establishment of mixed housing zones within local governments in Minnesota, specifically targeting urban and nonurban municipalities. It introduces new legal language that defines various terms related to housing types, such as "accessory dwelling unit," "mixed housing," and "commercial corridor district." The bill requires urban municipalities or cities of the first class to create mixed housing districts that allow for a variety of residential developments in at least 75% of the residentially zoned area, while nonurban municipalities must do so for at least 50%. Additionally, it stipulates that commercial corridor districts must encompass all lots with frontage on municipal state-aid streets and outlines the required residential density for these districts.

The bill also imposes limitations on municipal authority regarding the development of mixed housing and commercial corridor districts. It prohibits municipalities from imposing certain restrictions, such as minimum parking mandates and requirements that would hinder the construction of mixed housing. Furthermore, it establishes an administrative process for reviewing development requests and sets deadlines for municipalities to comply with the new standards. If a municipality fails to adopt the required standards by the specified dates, mixed housing will automatically be permitted on any residentially zoned lot within that municipality. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 462.355