When do I need to apply for a permit?

The following require an administrative review permit within an MRCCA boundary:

  1. Construction of buildings, structures, building additions, decks, or alterations as defined by this section within the primary conservation areas.
  2. Construction or replacement of rock riprap, retaining walls, and other erosion control structures within the bluff impact zone and water quality impact zone.
  3. Land alterations that involve more than ten cubic yards of material or affects an area greater than 1,000 square feet within the water quality impact zone.
  4. Installation and/or alteration of sewage treatment systems within the MRCCA boundary.
  5. Vegetation removal and vegetation restoration within the primary conservation areas.
  6. Interim or temporary uses within the primary conservation areas.
  7. Ramps and private water access and viewing facilities within the primary conservation areas.
  8. Stormwater management facilities in the bluff impact zone and water quality impact zone.
  9. Water-oriented accessory structures.

The following require a conditional use permit within an MRCCA boundary:

  1.  In the river towns and cities district, structures over 48 feet.
  2. Wireless communication towers.
  3. Nonmetallic mining.
  4. Land alterations in excess of 150 cubic yards.

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1. How do I know if my property is within an MRCCA district?
2. When do I need to apply for a permit?
3. What do I need to submit when applying for a permit?
4. What is a primary conservation area (PCA)?
5. How do I know if my property has a primary conservation area (PCA)?
6. What does it mean if a PCA exists on my property?
7. Who is the DNR contact for the City of Champlin?
8. Can I maintain my lawn and landscaping without a permit?
9. What if I want to perform work below the OHWL?
10. What is a water-oriented accessory structure?