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North Oaks is withdrawing a request to hook a new residential development into the regional sewage system — for now. Metropolitan Council staff members had balked at the idea, saying it could set a bad precedent because the planned development doesn't meet density requirements to hook into the system. North Oaks, a private community in Ramsey County, has been seeking a comprehensive plan ...

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — Plans for a 148-unit apartment building were abandoned after a request to change zoning from industrial to residential was nixed by the Town Board.

The North Oaks Co., owned by Hills great-granddaughter and her husband, now has the citys approval to build out the final phases of the private community.

The City Council blocked the Gate Hill development of 73 homes.

Development of the last parcel riles advocates for its outdoor sanctuary.