This bill proposes the repeal of Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 462.357, subdivision 5, which outlines the alternative approval process for zoning procedures specifically for first-class cities. The current law requires that any amendments to a zoning ordinance that change the classification of a zoning district from residential to commercial or industrial must be accompanied by written consent from the owners of two-thirds of the properties within a specified area, as well as an affirmative vote from the city's governing body. Additionally, it allows for the adoption of a new zoning ordinance without such consent under certain conditions, including a survey by the planning commission and a public hearing.

The bill's effective date is set for the day following its final enactment, thereby eliminating the specified requirements for zoning amendments in first-class cities. By repealing this subdivision, the bill aims to streamline the zoning process and potentially provide greater flexibility for local governments in managing land use and development.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 462.357