Yes, you can build in Minneapolis. The city made national headlines by eliminating single-family-only zoning in 2018, allowing triplexes on all residential lots. Minneapolis is a national leader in zoning reform with strong ADU allowances and reduced parking requirements.
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ADU Status
Yes — by right, no owner-occupancy
Common Zones
R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, C1, C2
Permit Timeline
4–10 weeks
Key Constraint
Winter construction season, Mississippi River setbacks
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