NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF THIEF RIVER FALLS
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Thief River Falls will hold a public hearing to consider an amendment to the City’s Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 151 of the City Code, which governs the procedures, requirements, and standards for subdividing land within the City.
The proposed amendment updates definitions, clarifies subdivision classifications (simple, minor and major), and revises procedures for concept plan meetings, preliminary and final plat submissions, and recording requirements. It also aligns subdivision review with zoning applications and zoning regulations to ensure consistency with the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
A draft copy of the complete proposed ordinance may be obtained by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 218-681-8506.
Notice is further given that the Planning Commission will conduct a hearing on the proposed amendment to the subdivision ordinance at approximately 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 405 3rd Street East, Thief River Falls, MN. All persons wishing to comment on the proposed amendment to the subdivision ordinance will have the option to be heard at that time. Persons who wish to submit written comments prior to the Hearing or who have questions should address them to the office of the Zoning Administrator, City Hall, P.O. Box 528, Thief River Falls, MN 56701, or telephone at: 218-681-8506.
If you have a disability and need accommodation in order to attend this hearing, please contact the Zoning Administrator at the above address or phone number prior to the meeting.
Dated this 23rd day of December 2025.
CITY OF THIEF RIVER FALLS
/s/ Richard Baker
Zoning Administrator