A NRMP is required for any project disturbing 3,500 square feet or more or displacing 20 cubic yards of soil or more. Contact Natural Resources at (952) 953-2464 with questions.
A NRMP may also be required for the following, regardless of the project's size or amount of soil disturbed:
- All commercial and industrial projects
- Garage additions
- In-ground pools
- New home construction
- Residential home additions (decks, family rooms, porches)
- Retaining walls 4 feet high and higher
- Significant tree removal (City Ordinance Section 152.46)
Obtaining a Permit
- Check with Building Inspections to see if a building permit is required.
- Submit your plans along with your building permit and NRMP application at least 15 days before your desired start of work date.
- You will be contacted after review of your application.
- Submit your fees and financial security online to receive your permit. A copy of the fee schedule can be found here. Pending no onsite issues, financial security is returned upon site stabilization and project completion.
- Call Natural Resources at (952) 953-2462 to schedule an initial inspection.