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Council adopts sign-code changes, adds language tying converted billboards to future revenue-share rules
Summary
The council approved changes to the municipal sign code expanding allowances for painted wall signs, easing permitting for like-for-like replacements, enabling limited experiments with building wraps and projections, and added attorney‑reviewed language to subject off-premises signs converted from static to digital to any future revenue-share or municipal tax mechanism to the extent permitted by law.
The Minneapolis City Council voted Nov. 20 to adopt substantial changes to the city's sign ordinance intended to expand options for businesses and create regulatory clarity around digital conversions.
Council member Cashman described a package of changes that will, among other provisions, remove citywide regulation of painted wall signs (giving businesses more flexibility), expand signage allowances in certain zoning districts, allow certain…
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