Land use and zoning

When you own property, the assumption is that you will be able to use that property as you want within reason. Whether the property in question is residential or commercial, as the owner, you probably have a specific reason why you purchased it, and zoning issues can...

As a business owner, you face various challenges as you navigate the legal requirements and laws that could affect how and where you do business. One of the challenges you could face is where to run your company, a decision largely impacted by zoning designations....

Entrepreneurs and business owners in Minnesota are well known for their ingenuity. Many have found creative and lucrative uses for their real estate. Unfortunately, zoning regulations can sometimes interfere with how business owners choose to use their own property....

Running one’s own business is something that many more people are trying their hands at these days. Whether they are setting up online shops or taking their sales on the road on the weekends, they work hard to keep their endeavors afloat. Unfortunately, some small...

Minnesota is one of the most beautiful states in the country, with its lush forests, breathtaking waterfalls and pristine lakes. There are few regions you can visit without finding something to make you pause and marvel. You likely agree that those natural wonders are...

The laws and requirements regarding business operations can change often and at various levels. In some cases, ordinances that have been part of the law for some time but that have not faced much enforcement could suddenly place business owners in a difficult position...

Community developers and authorities create zoning ordinances to protect the safety and peace of residential areas. However, these ordinances are not set in stone, and developers often provide attractive incentives to motivate authorities to make changes. The...

Land use and zoning regulations in Minnesota are complex, confusing and often controversial. Here are a few options for challenging a zoning issue. Challenge to a land use decision On a basic level, when challenging a zoning ordinance, you are essentially appealing to...

Minnesota entrepreneurs who have found the perfect location for their businesses sometimes choose locations that have zoning classifications that are different from their intended use. While municipalities often frown upon changing zoning, requesting a variance is...

Running a business means having the right permits, licenses and permissions in order. In many cases, local governments must approve certain aspects of the business, such as ensuring an area or building is zoned for the business before a company can set up shop....