Minneapolis Policy
Neighbors for More Neighbors got our start supporting the Minneapolis 2040 Comprehensive plan—a big step toward allowing more kinds of homes in more parts of Minneapolis.
Since then, we’ve kept at it: showing up for housing proposals, pushing for policies that make it easier to build different kinds of homes, and organizing with those who believe Minneapolis should be a place where anyone can choose to live.
Minneapolis Comprehensive Plans
Our volunteers turned out to develop and support the passing of the 2040 plan, the strategic vision that the City is required to complete every 10 years under state law.
Volunteers organized ward walks with their council members, hosted public comment parties, reviewed and critiqued policy proposals, and showed up to hearings en masse.
We then made national headlines. People noticed our signs. They also noticed our messaging and action.
Did you know? Minneapolis is embarking on initial planning for the Minneapolis 2050 Comprehensive Plan. We are already engaged and ready to roll up our sleeves and press for even more visionary change.
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Local Election Work
Local elections are crucial for Minneapolis housing. Elected city councilmembers shape the Minneapolis Comprehensive Plans, with the mayor providing final approval.
The upcoming 2050 Comprehensive Plan will determine whether we build on, or reverse, the progress made in the 2040 Plan. We actively organize to educate Minneapolis residents about how the candidates representing them will address the housing shortage.
For example, in advance of the 2025 Minneapolis city elections, Neighbors for More Neighbors partnered with Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia, Wedge LIVE!, Housing Justice League, Housing in Action, and BikeMN to develop and sponsor a questionnaire to help voters understand where each candidate stands on housing issues in Minneapolis.
Supporting Local Proposals for More Homes
Neighbors for More Neighbors shows up in support of more homes where people already live.
We track specific proposals as they move through the Business, Housing & Zoning Committee and activate in support when needed. Our volunteers write emails, attend meetings and testify, and meet with local elected officials to encourage more homes in Minneapolis.
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Interested in learning more or helping with our Minneapolis Task Force?
We’re working alongside volunteers and partners to allow for more abundant housing to be built across the state of Minnesota.
