Do you want a crocodile farm next to your home? Or a skyscraper in downtown? Should downtown allow for mixed zoning uses? What type of home business is your neighbor allowed to operate?
These are the types of request planning commissions can receive. They review planning issues such as development proposals, variances, conditional use permits, and zone changes and then offer recommendations to the City Council.
Elk River is seeking a planning commissioner. The Planning Commission meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Residents interested in becoming more active in making these types of decisions are encouraged to apply for the vacant seat by clicking here.