Public Hearings
The board conducts public hearings for written requests for variances (PDF) and appeals of an administrative decision (PDF) (made by either the Clay County Planning Director or the Clay County Planning Commission), in accordance with Minnesota Statute 394.27. Applicants have the right to appeal any decision made by this board to District Court within 30 days after receipt of notice of the decision.
Notice of Public Hearings
Public hearings are advertised in the legal county paper (rotates annually between the Hawley Herald, Barnesville Record Review, and Ulen Union) at least 10 days before the hearing; as well as in the legal section of The Forum.
Property owners within ½ mile of the area of the request are notified of a public hearing by mail.
Meeting Conduct
Meetings are conducted in accordance with Robert's Rules, and are open to the general public. The applicant or authorized agent shall be present at the public hearing.