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County denies preliminary plat and rezoning petition for Albertley Township parcel
Summary
After two planning‑commission hearings and lengthy debate, the Freeborn County Board of Commissioners voted to deny a preliminary plat and rezoning petition for parcel ID 802700210 in Albertley Township, citing inadequate infrastructure, spot‑zoning concerns and public‑safety risks; the applicant may reapply within one year.
The Freeborn County Board of Commissioners voted April 21 to deny a preliminary plat and rezoning petition for parcel ID 802700210 in Section 27 of Albertley Township, following a unanimous recommendation for denial from the planning commission.
Planning staff told the board the planning commission held two public hearings (March 2 and April 6, 2026) and found the site currently lacks the infrastructure — utilities, road capacity and needed services — to support the proposed subdivision and the mix of zoning districts the applicant proposed. "Based on the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission, it is advised that the County Board deny the request for the preliminary…
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