HF1309

This bill, H.F. No. 1309, proposes a new law in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 462, that would prohibit local governments from imposing minimum parking mandates for residential, commercial, or industrial properties.

Key Provisions:

1. Ban on Minimum Parking Requirements

   • Political subdivisions (such as cities or counties) cannot require a minimum number of off-street parking spaces for properties, whether in open lots or enclosed garages.

2. Exception for ADA Compliance

   • Additional parking spaces can still be required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

3. Local Ordinances on Disability Parking Still Allowed

   • The bill does not prevent local governments from adopting ordinances related to disability parking spaces under Minnesota Statutes, section 169.346.

4. Nonbinding Recommendations Allowed

   • Local governments can suggest (but not enforce) a recommended number of parking spaces for a property.
     

Purpose:

This bill seeks to give property developers and owners more flexibility by removing mandatory parking space requirements, which could help address housing affordability, urban density, and environmental concerns.