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Neighborhood Information Meetings (NIMs)

Neighborhood Information Meetings (NIMS) are a means for potential developers to inform neighbors and interested community members of a proposed project in an informal setting. The City of Rochester requires potential developers to host a NIM for specific types of Land Development projects. A NIM is not a full review of the project, but rather it is an opportunity for the public to learn about the project and share any thoughts or ideas with the development team.

Watch our Community Guide Videos to learn about the following topics:

Neighborhood Information Meeting (NIM) Notice Postcards are sent when a developer is hosting a NIM.  Postcards are typically delivered to property owners and tenants within 350 feet of the project location.  Learn more about NIMs, the application type, and the project by following the steps below:

  1. Learn about NIMs by reviewing the NIM application guide.
  2. Step 2: Identify the "Application Type" on the postcard and review the corresponding application guide.
  3. Identify the "Meeting Date & Time" on the postcard and find the event on the "Upcoming Meetings" calendar.  Click the calendar event to view the developer-submitted documents, a virtual meeting link, and other details.

If you have any questions, please contact Community Development at CommunityDevelopment@rochestermn.gov or 507-328-2600.

Prior to a Public Hearing, Public Hearing Notice signs are posted at the site of the proposed development.  The signs are intended to inform community members about proposed developments and provide an opportunity to get involved through upcoming public hearings.

Public Hearings are open to everyone.  At public hearings, you will have the opportunity to raise questions and concerns to the council or commission reviewing or approving the application.  

Learn more about proposed developments and upcoming public hearings by reviewing the Proposed Developments Webpage. 

At Neighborhood Information Meetings (NIMs), applicants will:

  • Provide relevant Community Guides to attendees
  • Share a presentation about their proposed project
  • Provide Community Members an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback

Upcoming Neighborhood Information Meetings

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