Minnesota Administrative Rules Agency 118 - Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board
Here’s what I found on Agency 118 (Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board) under the Minnesota Administrative Rules:
📘 Overview
Agency 118—also known as the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board (CAAPB)—establishes and administers Chapter 2400: Capitol Area Zoning and Design in Saint Paul, MN (revisor.mn.gov). These rules govern the zoning, design standards, building heights, sign regulations, parking, landscaping, and regulatory processes specific to the Capitol area.
📍 Key Sections (Chapter 2400)
Parts 2400.2000–2400.2040 – Covers Title, Authority, Purpose, Applicability, Scope, Severability, and Definitions (regulations.justia.com).
Parts 2400.2100–2400.2105 – Define Zoning Districts:
G‑1 & G‑2 Govt Districts
RM (Moderate Density Residential)
MX (Mixed-Use)
MXD (Mixed-Use Downtown)
CC‑O (Central Corridor Overlay) (regulations.justia.com).
Part 2400.2200 – General Provisions, including permitted uses, district standards, frontages, residential design, accessory buildings, lighting, and more (regulations.justia.com).
Parts 2400.2600–2400.2740 – Provide Standards by Use Type (e.g., residential, commercial, institutional, artwork) .
Parts 2400.2800–2400.2835 – Regulate Off‑Street Parking & Loading, including bicycle parking (regulations.justia.com).
Parts 2400.2900–2400.2940 – Set out Sign Regulations, including placement, design, prohibited signs (regulations.justia.com).
Parts 2400.3000–2400.3020 – Address Nonconforming Structures/Lots and Maintenance .
Parts 2400.3100–2400.3180 – Detail Permit & Review Procedures (site plans, permits, conditional uses, variances, amendments, appeals, enforcement, fees) .
📎 Purpose & Authority
These rules derive authority from Minnesota Statutes § 15B.06 and are implemented to shape development in harmony with the area’s historical and civic importance (law.cornell.edu). The CAAPB supervises all construction, renovations, and signage in the Capitol precinct, alongside site-plan compatibility with municipal infrastructure (stpaul.gov).
🔍 Additional Resources
For the official and current version, consult the Minnesota Revisor's site under Agency 118, Chapter 2400 (revisor.mn.gov).
Justia and Cornell summarize the chapter’s structure and content (e.g., repealed parts and active sections) (casetext.com).
CAAPB’s official website offers updates, board actions, and information on ongoing rule revisions and public hearings (mn.gov).
✅ What You Can Do Next
Browse current text and definitions (Parts 2400.2000–2040).
Review district and design standards (2200–2740).
Understand permit process (3100–3180).
Visit CAAPB website for public comment opportunities and recent rulemaking initiatives.
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