Administrative review process.
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 550.1640
in effect550.1640. - Administrative review process.
(a) In general. The zoning administrator, in consultation with the planning director, shall approve or deny such application. The zoning administrator may impose such conditions and require such guarantees deemed reasonable and necessary to protect the public interest and to ensure compliance with the standards and purposes of this zoning ordinance and policies of the comprehensive plan.
(b) Submittal requirements. In addition to the general application requirements of Chapter 525, Administration and Procedures, the applicant shall submit the following:
(1) Scaled schematic drawings and photographic perspectives showing the structure and the placement of the tower and antenna on the structure.
(2) A written certification from a registered engineer that the structure has the structural integrity to carry the weight of the tower and antenna.
(3) A scaled drawing showing the size, location, construction materials and screening of the base unit.
(4) A scaled drawing showing how the tower and antenna will be camouflaged.
(5) A letter from the director of the property services division of the finance department stating that the proposed site, if located on publicly owned property, is not needed for the public safety communication system or stating that co-location is acceptable. The director of the property services division of the finance department shall have ten (10) working days after receipt of a written request to make such determination.
(c) Appeals. Notwithstanding the provisions of Chapter 525, Administration and Procedures, decisions of the zoning administrator regarding the administrative review of permitted telecommunication towers, antennas, and base units shall be subject to appeal to the city planning commission.
Source: City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Code of Ordinances, City Charter and Park and Recreation Board Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mn/minneapolis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=MICOOR_TIT20ZOCO_CH550DEST_ARTXICOTOANBAUN_550.1640ADREPRFetched: 11/2/2026