Land Use & Planning

Land Use & Planning
FMR opposes proposed riverfront parking ramp

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FMR has submitted a letter of opposition to the 800-stall parking ramp the Federal Reserve Bank has proposed along West River Parkway in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. >>

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Proposed Lilydale bluff development raises concerns

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Lilydale is considering a plan that would turn the site of the old Moose Country bar and River Bluffs Center into senior housing. But the new development would be too close to the river bluff's edge and too tall to maintain a scenic river view.  >>

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Update: Lilydale River Bluffs plan to go before council soon

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We're happy to report that the concept plans for a senior development in Lilydale (original article) have been revised to better protect the river bluff as well as scenic views. As the city council moves to vote June 25, we're advocating for several conditions to address stormwater management and more. >>

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Midtown Greenway Coalition releases new study on Short Line Bridge

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Four different options are under consideration for extending the greenway across the Mississippi. >>

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Action Alert: Support funding the River Learning Center [CLOSED]

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The River Learning Center will be a destination that connects all Minnesotans and visitors to recreational and educational opportunities on the Mississippi River. Your advocacy is urgently needed to ensure that the River Learning Center receives state bonding funds to move forward this year. >>

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Four new towers proposed for downtown St. Paul riverfront

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A major development including four tall towers on St. Paul's downtown riverfront is currently under consideration for the former West Publishing and county jail site. >>

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Artist rendering of development

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