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2 issues in zoning with low priority

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Dual public hearings at commission and council

Edina holds two public hearings on many land-use items — one at the commission, one at the council — even though state law only requires one. A past effort to streamline to a single hearing failed after resident pushback, and the extra hearing doubles cost and effort for applicants.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 28, 2026

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Residential setback variance, 6512 Belmore Lane

The homeowners need an 18-foot variance to add a porch because their 1952 house already sits far in front of the setback line set by their neighbor's deep 1941-era lot. It shows how older Edina homes can require variances for almost any addition.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 14, 2026