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Commission recommends setback variance to enable mini-storage subdivision

Brainerd Planning Commission · February 19, 2026
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Summary

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a variance to reduce rear-yard setbacks at 2602 11th Street SE to allow subdivision and reuse of existing storage buildings; staff cited practical difficulty because of an on-site fuel storage tank and state fire-code setback requirements.

The Brainerd Planning Commission voted on Feb. 18 to recommend approval of a variance request at 2602 11th Street Southeast that would reduce required setbacks for existing storage buildings to enable subdivision and future mini-storage use.

Planning staff (James) explained the property is in the general industrial district, which requires a 30-foot rear-yard…

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