Planning Division
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Chapter 21: Zoning and Land Use - Access the City's zoning regulations, which explain how land and buildings may be used and developed. This includes information on zoning districts, allowed uses, building standards, parking, signs, landscaping, and other development requirements.
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Driveway Permits
Sign Permits
Planning Commission - Access information about upcoming meetings, meeting materials, commissioner members, liaison assignments, public correspondence submissions, the Planning Commission's responsibilities, and the annual Work Plan.
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The Planning Division guides Bloomington's future land use direction through long range plans and zoning controls. The division reviews and prepares recommendations on applications for development, rezoning, use permits and variances and works closely with the Planning Commission.
Bloomington 2050 Comprehensive Plan
The City is currently curating the 2050 Comprehensive Plan and we want to hear from you. See how you can be engaged throughout the process at blm.mn/2050
This section provides an overview of active and upcoming development activity within the City. It includes current development proposals under review, recently approved projects, and development application scheduling.
Development Map - Explore project locations through the development map, review project details, timelines, and find information about where each proposal is in the review process.
Planning Portal Application Search - Access the public application portal to view development applications, associated documents, and project materials. The portal allows you to search for applications by Project Number, project name or address. If location services are enabled in your browser, you may also view applications and development activity near your location.
Final 2026 PC Submittal Schedule - This document includes application deadlines, projected Planning Commission hearing dates, and anticipated City Council review dates (if applicable). All development applications are required to first be reviewed by the Development Review Committee (DRC) as a Pre-Application DRC item prior to formal submittal. Pre-Application DRC review may be completed at any scheduled DRC meeting date prior to the applicable application deadline. Users can use the linked schedule to plan submittals, track review timelines, and understand when a project may be scheduled for public hearing and consideration.
Additional Information
The Development Application and Resources page has resources for applying for a development application. Please contact the Planning Division at 952-563-8920 to set up a casefile on the Portal or ask questions.
CHAPTER 21: ZONING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT - Chapter 21 may be referred to as the "zoning ordinance" or "Zoning Code" of the city.
Bluff Standards - See what properties are subject to the bluff protection standards.
Zoning and Guide Plan Map - Check out the zoning or guide plan for a property (also found on interactive map).
Survey Information - Get a copy of a property sketch or survey on file.
Plat Information - Access official plat documents on file.
The Plans, Documents, and Resources page is where you can find a variety of planning documents including: