Minneapolis City Council — Transcript

Thursday, February 26, 2026

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Votes (4)

Approve the meeting agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Approve minutes from February 12th, 2026

Passed2 abstentions

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Reject staff findings and approve variance for 2045th Ave SE with condition to close existing curb cut

Passed5-0 (with 1 abstention)

Moved by Callahan · Seconded by Not specified

Approve 2025 Zoning Board of Adjustment annual report

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Staff is recommending denial of this application primarily on findings one and two.
— Mr. Campbell

Staff reportPresenting staff position on the variance request.

We bought this house and we discovered the garage is not usable for modern vehicles due the size and configuration.
— Applicant

Variance justificationExplaining the necessity for the variance.

Matt PerryChair

Chair of the Zoning Board of Adjustment; leads meetings and facilitates voting.

Mr. CampbellCity Staff

Presented staff report regarding the variance request for 2045th Avenue Southeast.

Board Member CallahanBoard Member

Participated in voting and board discussions.

Board Member WangVice Chair

Participated in questioning regarding garage retrofitting.

Board Member HutchkinsBoard Member

Inquired about alternative parking locations on the lot.

Mr. EllisStaff/Representative

Provided updates on council board appointments and previous appeals.

2045th Avenue Southeast (Marcy Holmes neighborhood)Second Street Southeast3906 York Avenuelimbs.minneapolis.gov