Community Development

The Community Development Department is responsible for planning and zoning, building permits and inspections, rental licensing, and housing and redevelopment programs.

Our goal is to coordinate and plan for all the different developments in Fridley including commercial, industrial and residential (both single family and multi-family). We promote commercial and industrial development to expand the job base with livable wage employment opportunities and to increase the tax base. We help with the marketing of vacant properties, build relationships with local businesses and work closely with the City Council and Fridley HRA to ensure a thriving community.

Planning and Zoning

Planning Division Mission Statement

To protect the investments of Fridley property owners by fairly and equitably interpreting and enforcing Federal, State and City Codes, as they apply to use of a property.

Main Objectives

The Planning Department has 6 main objectives:

  1. An educated public that understands the intent and benefits of code compliance.
  2. A proactive staff that recommends solutions to discrepancies, unfair, or outdated portions of the City Code to protect the public interest.
  3. A property trained, consistent and efficient staff which utilizes current technologies and systems to provide excellence in customer service.
  4. A cooperative relationship with our surrounding communities and all levels of government.
  5. Sustainable businesses whose growth or new establishment in the City is supported and encouraged when their placement in the community meets zoning code requirements and is in the public's best interest.
  6. A healthy balance between Fridley's natural environment and development.

Services

Discover More about Our Current Projects

Although Fridley is a fully developed city, we haven't stopped growing! Worldwide industries are investing in their sites. Old properties are being torn down and new structures are put in place. Discover more about how the planning department is making Fridley a desirable place to live and work for generations to come.

The City of Fridley keeps an updated map of current development projects in the community. Find information on commercial, industrial, residential and roadway construction projects, building status, timelines and more.

If you have any questions about the projects, please call 763-572-3592.

Building Permits

Permits are required to construct, add onto, alter, remove, demolish, or repair for most residential and commercial projects, including, but not limited to:

  • Accessory Structures (Garage, Shed (over 200 square feet))
  • Additions
  • Basement Finish
  • Decks/porches
  • Demolition
  • Door (new), Garage Service Door (new/replacement) or altering an existing opening
  • Egress Window
  • Electrical
  • Mechanical/HVAC
  • New Construction
  • Plumbing
  • Remodeling
  • Re-roof
  • Re-siding
  • Swimming Pool
  • Window Replacement

Apply for a Permit

All permits are applied for online via Citizenserve.

Apply for a Permit

Rental Licensing

All rental properties in Fridley must have a valid rental license. Learn more about rental licensing.

Housing and Redevelopment Programs

Housing and Redevelopment Programs are managed through the City's Housing and Redevelopment Authority. The City offers a variety of financial loans and incentives for commercial and residential properties.

Contact Us

Community Development 

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Fridley City Hall  

7071 University Ave. NE

Fridley, MN 55432 

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