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Planning commission recommends variance for 525 Washington Street to restore parking
Summary
The Brainerd City Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a variance allowing a zero‑foot setback for a rear parking lot at 525 Washington Street, citing Washington Street reconstruction and loss of on‑street parking; the matter will go to city council for final action July 7.
A majority of the Brainerd City Planning Commission voted Tuesday to recommend approval of a zoning variance for 525 Washington Street that would allow a rear parking lot to extend to the alley with a zero‑foot setback.
Staff told the commission the property — in the commercial corridor zoning district — faces a practical difficulty: reconstruction of Washington Street has eliminated on‑street parking that previously served nearby…
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