Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck Community Development Department will hold several community input sessions throughout October and November as part of the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) project.
The initiative, launched in fall 2024, aims to update and replace Title 14 of the city’s zoning code regulations. The new LDC will serve as the primary set of rules guiding how development occurs within the community.
To engage residents, city staff and consultants have been attending local events such as Bismarket and the Street Fair. “We want to make it easier for people to share their thoughts on this project by going to places and events where they are already,” said Acting Community Development Director Daniel Nairn.
As part of this outreach, city staff will host informal input sessions at two local coffee shops — Anima Cucina and Boneshaker Coffee — offering both morning and afternoon opportunities for residents to participate.
Anima Cucina (101 N 5th St, Bismarck, ND)
• October 21 – 1:30–3:00 p.m.
• October 23 – 8:30–10:00 a.m.
• November 4 – 1:30–3:00 p.m.
• November 6 – 8:30–10:00 a.m.
• November 18 – 1:30–3:00 p.m.
• November 20 – 8:30–10:00 a.m.
Boneshaker Coffee (1501 Mapleton Ave, Bismarck, ND)
• October 27 – 1:30–3:00 p.m.
• October 29 – 8:30–10:00 a.m.
• November 10 – 1:30–3:00 p.m.
• November 12 – 8:30–10:00 a.m.
• November 24 – 1:30–3:00 p.m.
• November 26 – 8:30–10:00 a.m.
“This project is a once-in-a-generation opportunity,” said Nairn. “We want to make sure it reflects our community priorities both now and in the future.”
Residents with questions or comments may contact the Community Development Department – Planning Division at 701-355-1840 or by email. Food and beverages at the events are not provided by city staff and are the responsibility of attendees.
