Council approves variance to allow secure entry at Houston Elementary
The council voted to grant a 9-foot front-setback variance to ISD #294 (Houston Public School District) for a secure point-of-entry addition to the elementary school, adopting findings under Minnesota Statutes Section 462.357.
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The City Council approved a variance for 310 South Sherman Street to allow a 9-foot deviation from the 30-foot front setback so the Houston Public School District (ISD #294) can construct a secure point-of-entry addition to the existing elementary school. The action was taken on the recommendation of the Planning Board and the council adopted Resolution No. 2026-01, which cites Minnesota Statutes Section 462.357 subd. 6 and finds the variance aligns with the comprehensive plan and promotes student safety.
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