July 9, 2026 Zoning Board of Adjustment

The July 9, 2026 meeting of the Minneapolis Zoning Board of Adjustment focused primarily on several variance requests related to residential property improvements. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a variance to reduce rear yard setback for a garage replacement at 2754 Thomas Avenue South, and approval of a variance to increase the maximum permitted width of an attached garage at 3730 West Paday Makaska Parkway, despite staff recommendations for denial. The board also denied a variance request to reduce the front yard setback for a screened porch addition at 3015 43rd Street West, and approved a variance to reduce the side yard setback for a two-story addition at 4331 Blaisdale Avenue. The board discussed safety, neighborhood character, and zoning code compliance in their deliberations. Additionally, the board approved the agenda, minutes, and consent items, and agreed to continue a zoning text amendment on fence regulations to a future meeting. No direct contract awards or procurement actions were taken, but several property improvement projects requiring zoning variances were approved, which may lead to future construction contracts. The board also emphasized the importance of quorum and meeting attendance for efficient operations.