Planning Division
The City of Bloomington uses an online application portal. Once registered and a case is initiated by staff, applicants formally apply through the portal, attach related plans and document submittals, pay fees, view or print documents, and see review progress via the portal. Please don’t hesitate to contact Planning at 952-563-8920 for questions related to portal registration and permit submittal process.
Frequently Searched
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.
Schedules, agendas and documents from Planning Commission meetings are available online.
Information regarding any Planning action, including any permits issued for a specific address, may be reviewed on the City Portal.
Active Studies
Development resources
Community Information/Demographics
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Bloomington Data Book - April 2016.pdf
- Community profile
- Demographics and census information
- Interactive maps: These applications use data stored in our geographic information system (GIS). Property information, construction projects, maximum building height, Land Use Guide Plan and zoning information are just some of the great tools for use at this link.
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Report - Miller Dunwiddie Community Survey of Historic Sites
- Plats
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Residential Projects in Pipeline
Zoning and codes
- Bloomington Zoning ordinance – Chapter 19 and Chapter 21 of the City Code
- Bloomington Zoning ordinance update project
- Landscaping and screening plan submittal requirements
- Requirements for towers and wireless facilities
- Starting a home enterprise
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Zoning Map – updated 2017-05-31 – Zoom in within the PDF file to view hatch patterns.
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Height limits map – updated 2012-08-01
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MSP Airport Zoning Ordinance
- Commercial districts and standards
- Accessory Dwelling Unit standards
- Two-Family Dwelling standards
- Solar Power standards
- Exterior Lighting standards
- Fence standards
- Parking standards
More information can be found on other development projects on the Development map.