- MN
- Cook County
- 11/12/25
- 11/12/2025
- 27 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the recent Cook County Planning Commission meeting, discussions focused on the implementation and evaluation of the Residential Open Space Overlay (ROSO) district and updates to the Schroeder Township sub area plan. The commission explored criteria for rezoning requests within the ROSO district and addressed the need for the updated township plan to align with community values and zoning patterns, both reflecting a keen interest in sustainable and community-conscious development.
- MN
- Cook County
- 10/1/25
- 10/01/2025
- 30 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cook County Planning Commission recently convened to deliberate on development proposals, including the rezoning of a 44-acre parcel and a conditional use permit for a waste transfer station.
- MN
- Cook County
- 9/10/25
- 09/10/2025
- 12 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cook County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a third dwelling on a property located on West Highway 61, owned by Superior Heights LLC. The request involves converting an existing bunkhouse into a fully functional dwelling with sanitary and kitchen facilities to accommodate a caretaker or the property owner. Concerns about potential zoning conflicts were alleviated by the property’s compliance with current residential regulations.
- MN
- Cook County
- 8/13/25
- 08/13/2025
- 69 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the Cook County Planning Commission meeting held on August 13th, a notable decision was made to approve a three-year interim use permit (IUP) for two tent campsites at a property on East Highway 61, deviating from the usual zoning allowances in a single-family residential area. The meeting also addressed a variance request for a residential deck on Caribou Lake, considering its impact on local zoning regulations.
- MN
- Cook County
- 6/11/25
- 06/11/2025
- 30 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Cook County Planning Commission meeting, two interim use permits were the focal point of discussions. The commission addressed a controversial request by Mr. Johnson to use recreational vehicles (RVs) for seasonal residency in a light industrial zone and a permit for Randy Hansen to accommodate an RV during the construction of a second home. Both matters raised debate over zoning compliance, noise issues, and the broader impacts on the local community.
