(A) Pursuant to the authority conferred by the state in M.S. § 462.357, as it may be amended from time to time, and for the purpose of:
(1) Promoting and protecting the public health, safety, and general welfare of the inhabitants of the incorporated area of the city;
(2) Protecting and conserving the character, social, and economic stability of residential, commercial, industrial, natural resources, and other uses within the city;
(3) Securing the most appropriate use of land;
(4) Preventing the overcrowding of the land and undue congestion of population;
(5) Providing adequate light, air, and reasonable access;
(6) Facilitating adequate and economical provision of transportation, water supply, and sewage disposal;
(7) Planning for location of schools, recreation facilities, and other public requirements; and
(8) Ensuring adequate public participation in land use decisions made by the city.
(B) This chapter, the purpose of which is to set minimum and maximum standards for the height and size of buildings, the size of yards and other open spaces, the density of population, the location and use of buildings and land for trade, commerce, industry, residence, natural resources, and other purposes; create districts for such purposes and establish boundaries of such districts; provide for changes in regulations, restrictions, and boundaries of such districts; define certain terms used; provide for enforcement and administration; and impose penalties for the violation of this chapter, is enacted.
(Prior Code, § 13.01)