Blaine Seeks Public Input On Northtown Mall Area Redevelopment, Comment Period Open Until May 9

The City of Blaine is calling on the public to weigh in on the future of a substantial parcel of land encircling the Northtown Mall.

Spanning roughly 245 acres, this redevelopment project has put forth two development scenarios for public consideration, as shared by the city.

Ensuring that community voices are heard, comments on the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) are being accepted until the deadline of May 9, at 4 PM.

The first scenario presented sticks to the script of the existing comprehensive plan, as amended in 2023.

Seen through the windows of City Hall, where the AUAR document is available for public scrutiny, this scenario favors a balance of retail, office, and residential spaces.

Conversely, the alternative lays out a plan birthed from the Northtown District Vision Plan, depicting a different mixture of uses.

The range of public opinion is being sought to consider which vision should shape this cluster of commerce and community.

For those wanting to dive into the details, the draft AUAR document is readily accessible.

It can be found at the Blaine City Hall, the Northtown Library on 711 County Highway 10 NE, and online for those who prefer the digital sphere.

The city ensures transparency and accessibility, encouraging residents to peruse the potential futures outlined within these pages.

Comments, concerns, and visions can be directed to Sheila Sellman, City Planner, who will shepherd the public discourse until the May 9 cutoff. The City of Blaine remains committed to molding a future for the Northtown area by intertwining government planning with the threads of public interest, as detailed in the notice posted on March 29th. Interested parties can send their input to Ms. Sellman by email at ssellman@blainemn.gov or by mail to her attention at 10801 Town Square Drive NE, Blaine, MN 55449.

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