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Considering the appeal of a decision by the Board of Zoning Appeals denying an appeal of a zoning approval for a building permit based on alleged improper application of the standards in Section 61.402(c)(4) and (5) of the Zoning Code.
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Zoning File: # DSIAPP-000795-2026 (Administrative Appeal File # DSIAPP-000702-2026)
File Name: 2094 Goodrich Avenue
Appellant: Joe Galante
Applicant: Joe Galante
Address: 2096 Goodrich Avenue
Purpose: An appeal to the City Council of a decision by the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) that denied an appeal of a zoning approval issued for a building permit. The appellant alleges that the review did not properly apply the standards in Section 61.402(c)(4) and (5) of the Zoning Code. Specifically, the appeal raises concerns that the approved plans did not adequately ensure:
a) Protection of adjacent properties through sufficient controls over drainage, noise, light, and views; and
b) Reasonable site layout, including whether the arrangement of buildings and uses may result in unreasonable adverse impacts on immediate neighbors.
Staff Recommendation: Denial
District Council Recommendation: Macalester Groveland Community Council is in favor of the appeal
Board of Zoning Appeals Decision: The Board of Zoning Appeals denied the request via a 4-0 vote.
Support: 4 people spoke, 52 letter received
Opposition: 2 people spoke, 0 letter received
Required Background Information
Does this issue fall within the 60 day rule? Yes
If yes, when does the 60 days expire? October 27, 2026
Has an extension been granted? Yes
If so, to what date? December 26, 2026
Key Staff Contact
Kaozouapang (Pang) Yang (651-266-9057, kaozouapang.yang@ci.stpaul.mn.us)