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Planning & Zoning
The Planning Department is responsible for administering the Zoning, Subdivision, and Sign Codes. Planners evaluate and administer applications for conditional use permits, variances, and other land use items and review zoning and building permits. The Planning and Zoning Commission is appointed by the City Council to make recommendations on zoning matters.
Please contact the planning department at 651-429-8561 if you are considering purchasing a property to determine what is permitted.
Land use approvals include variances from the zoning code, conditional use permits, and subdivisions. If you are considering applying for land use approval, call the Planning Department at 651-429-8534 to set up a time to meet with the planner.
An interactive zoning map is available here for informational purposes. The official zoning map is maintained at City Hall. To confirm zoning and other inquiries, contact the Planning Department at 651-429-8561.
For dock permits and other permits for structures and activities on the water, contact the White Bear Lake Conservation District at 651-429-8520.
What is the Purple Line BRT project?
The Purple Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project is a proposed 14-mile transit route with stops between Union Depot in Lowertown Saint Paul and downtown White Bear Lake. Watch an animation of the proposal in downtown White Bear Lake - click here.
Purple Line BRT will:
What is the Comprehensive Plan?
Cities evolve and long-term plans are needed to help guide their future. In local governments, comprehensive plans guide development and redevelopment, and address changes likely to occur due to social and market forces.
The White Bear Lake Arts, Culture & Education (ACE) Area Study explored potential improvements, as well as development and redevelopment opportunities to support the growth and integration of arts, culture, and education within the existing residential neighborhood north of Downtown White Bear Lake.
Follow this link for the PowerPoint Presentation.
The Planning Commission is an advisory body to the Council and makes recommendations to the Council in areas including, but not limited to, adoption of and amendments to the City’s Comprehensive Plan, amendments to the Zoning Code, issuance of conditional use permits, and consideration of variance requests and proposed subdivisions. Click to learn more.
