Rezoning allows denser mixed-use development on Chicago Ave

Minneapolis file 2026-00887, before the Minneapolis City Council. Passed as of 2026-08-21.

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What it does

Property can now host more housing and retail space The Neighborhood Development Center site at 2941 Chicago Ave can build taller with more apartments, offices, and shops mixed together under the new zoning rules.

The bigger picture

May add housing units and foot traffic to South Minneapolis Denser zoning can increase the number of homes available in the area and bring more customers to nearby businesses, though actual development depends on the owner's plans.

Official summary

Approving an application submitted by Neighborhood Development Center to rezone (PLAN21323) the property located at 2941 Chicago Ave from the CM3 Community Mixed Use District to the CM4 Destination Mixed Use District, retaining the BFT10Transit 10Built Form Overlay District.

Read the official record for 2026-00887

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