Minnesota Administrative Rules
Agency 118 - Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board
Chapter 2400 - CAPITOL AREA ZONING AND DESIGN
Part 2400.2210 - G-1 GOVERNMENT DISTRICT
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 39, March 25, 2024
Subpart 1. District intent.
The intent of the G-1 Government District is to provide for the orderly growth of state government and the preservation and enhancement of existing structures within the Capitol area.
G-1 GOVERNMENT DISTRICT
Building and Parking Placement Example
Building Height Measurement Example
Examples of Typical Buildings and Views, G-1 District
Subp. 2. Building placement.
The following minimum setbacks apply to building placement in the G-1 district:
| Minimum setback | |
| Front yard | See frontage map |
| Corner side yard | Zero feet |
| Interior side yard | Zero feet |
| Rear yard | Zero feet |
Subp. 3. Building types.
The following building types, described in part 2400.2500, are considered appropriate for the G-1 district. Other building types are acceptable upon approval by the zoning administrator, provided that they meet the lot, height, and frontage requirements and design standards of this chapter.
| Building Type | Minimum Lot Width |
| Civic building | 60 feet |
| Parking building | 60 feet |
| Podium building | 60 feet |
| Liner building | 60 feet |
Subp. 4. Parking placement.
Surface parking must be located behind the rear plane of the principal building on the lot. On corner lots, surface parking may be located in a side yard but shall be set back at least 30 feet from the corner of the property. Surface parking must be screened and landscaped as specified in part 2400.2630.
Subp. 5. Lot area and coverage.
Lot area and coverage requirements for the G-1 district are as follows:
| Building Type | Minimum lot size |
| All buildings | 10,000 square feet |
| Maximum impervious coverage | 85 percent of lot area |
Subp. 6. Building height.
Building heights must comply with part 2400.2300.
Statutory Authority: MS s 15B.06
