Community Planning and Economic Development

Our divisions work together to build a city that is vibrant, safe and inclusive for all.
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What we do

Overview

The Community Planning and Economic Development (CPED) department manages the City's planning and development activity.

We work to:

  • Create and protect affordable housing
  • Support local businesses from start to success
  • Help people find and keep good jobs
  • Plan how the City uses its land
  • Make sure buildings are safe and will last
  • Make sure we grow in a way that benefits all residents and businesses

Our mission

Grow a vibrant, livable, equitable, sustainable, and safely built city for everyone.

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Learn about our impact

Read CPEDs annual report.
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Divisions

Development Services

We ensure a quality-built city environment.

Economic Policy & Development

We provide services to reduce barriers for people and businesses.

Housing Policy and Development

We run programs for affordable and mixed-income rental and ownership housing.

Operations and Innovation

We provide support for internal and external department services.

Planning

We help residents and property owners invest in the city.

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CPED items for public review

Give feedback on proposed policies and plans.
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CPED development projects

See how our City is changing.

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Contact us

Community Planning & Economic Development (CPED)

Phone

612-673-5095

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415