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Saint Paul Legislative Code § 60.223
in effectSec. 60.223. - V.
Variance. A modification or variation of the literal provisions and requirements of the zoning code where it is determined that strict enforcement would cause practical difficulties due to exceptional circumstances unique to the property. There are two (2) categories of variances:
(1) Minor variance. A modification of a provision regulating a one-family detached dwelling and pertaining specifically to construction of a fence, a deck, a swimming pool, an accessory building, or an addition to the main building when the addition is not designed to convert the building for use by more than one (1) family.
(2) Major variance. A modification of a provision regulating any development not specifically included in the definition of minor variance. Major variance includes any modification allowing the construction or moving of a one-family detached dwelling or allowing the addition of a second dwelling unit.
Vestibule. An enclosed entrance intended for the conservation of energy and attached to an entry way of a principal structure.
Volatile solvent. Any solvent that is or produces a flammable gas or vapor that, when present in the air in sufficient quantities, will create explosive or ignitable mixtures. Volatile solvent includes, but is not limited to, butane, hexane, and propane.
(Ord 24-21, § 1, 9-18-24; Ord. No. 25-72, § 1, 12-10-25)
Source: City of Saint Paul, Minnesota, City Charter, Legislative Code and Administrative Code (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mn/st._paul/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIILECO_TITVIIIZOCO_CH60ZOCOENPRDEZODIMAGE_ARTII60.200.GEDE_S60.223VFetched: 11/1/2026