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Forest Lake Council adopts resolution urging retention of local zoning authority amid state housing bills

Forest Lake City Council · March 21, 2025
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Summary

Citing concern that several state bills would reduce municipal control over lot sizes, parking and housing types, the council unanimously adopted Resolution 03‑24‑25‑06 urging retention of local zoning authority and directed staff to pursue outreach and media attention to inform residents.

The Forest Lake City Council unanimously adopted a resolution opposing multiple state housing bills that council members said would undermine local zoning authority.

City staff member Mark introduced the item and urged the council to reaffirm the city’s prior position, telling council that the bills under…

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