Local governments are required to share their proposed plan updates with affected jurisdictions at least six months before they submit their plans to the Metropolitan Council for review (MN §473.858 Subd. 2). It’s important to factor this review into your schedule so that you can still meet the submittal deadline of December 31, 2018. The list is provided for your convenience and information but it is the responsibility of the local jurisdiction to notify and respond to comments from affected jurisdictions. In cases where land use jurisdiction falls to Counties, the list will include relevant Townships, although they may defer to the County to complete the plan review.

There are no requirements for how you notify others. If it helps you, we’ve provided a template for receiving comments from affected jurisdictions. If you receive comments from all affected jurisdictions prior to the end of the six month period, you do not have to wait to submit your plan to the Council. Attach any comments and responses to your plan update. This process must be complete before submitting your plan to us for review.