Chapter 15B — Purposes of the Board

15B.01 Purposes of the Board The Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board exists to protect and improve the Minnesota State Capitol, its … 15B.02 Boundary of Capitol Area This section describes the exact boundaries of the Capitol Area in St. Paul. The Capitol Area includes the State Capitol … 15B.03 Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board The Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board is made up of members appointed by the governor and legislative … 15B.05 Comprehensive Use Plan The board must create and maintain a comprehensive plan for how the Capitol Area should be used and developed. The plan … 15B.06 Zoning Rules The board has the power to create zoning rules for the Capitol Area. These rules control what types of buildings and … 15B.08 Construction Process Before any construction project in the Capitol Area can begin, it must go through the board's review process. The board … 15B.10 Design Competitions The board may hold design competitions for significant Capitol Area building projects. These competitions allow … 15B.11 Advisory Committee on Architecture and Planning The board can create advisory committees to provide expert advice on architecture, planning, and design matters. … 15B.13 Light Rail This section addresses light rail transit in the Capitol Area. It sets rules for how light rail infrastructure must be … 15B.15 Administration Department The Department of Administration provides administrative support to the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board. … 15B.155 Capitol Restoration Project This section governs the restoration of the Minnesota State Capitol building. It establishes requirements for the … 15B.17 Capitol Area Proposals Before any agency can make changes to buildings, grounds, or other features in the Capitol Area, they must submit their … 15B.19 Consultation The board must consult with affected parties, including state agencies, local government, and the public, when making … 15B.21 Responsibilities to Legislature The board must report to the legislature about its activities, plans, and the condition of the Capitol Area. These … 15B.23 Conveyances of Property The state may sell or transfer property in the Capitol Area under certain conditions. Any conveyance must be consistent … 15B.24 Capitol Area Tax-forfeited Lands Tax-forfeited lands within the Capitol Area are handled differently from other tax-forfeited properties. The board has a … 15B.26 Conflict of Interest Board members and employees must avoid conflicts of interest. They cannot participate in decisions where they have a … 15B.28 Outdoor Advertising Outdoor advertising in the Capitol Area is restricted. Signs and billboards must comply with the board's rules to … 15B.31 Capitol Area Land Acquisition The state has authority to acquire land in the Capitol Area for public purposes. This can include purchase, … 15B.32 State Capitol Preservation Commission The State Capitol Preservation Commission oversees the long-term preservation of the Capitol building. The commission … 15B.34 Capitol Building Powers and Duties This section outlines specific powers and duties related to the Capitol building, including authority over maintenance, … 15B.36 Capitol Art Exhibit Advisory Committee The Capitol Art Exhibit Advisory Committee advises on the display of artwork in the Capitol building. The committee …