Minnesota shoreland setback and lot size standards (MN)
The state minimum shoreland standards: lot sizes and structure setbacks from the ordinary high water level for each lake class. Local ordinances can be stricter; check the county or city zoning office.
Minnesota shoreland setback and lot size standards
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- ShorelandRules for property near lakes, rivers, and coastlines.
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- Minnesota Office of the Revisor of Statutes (official)
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- Minnesota statewide
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- Opened normally at the last check
- Link checked
- Oct 12, 2026
- Web address
- https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/6120.3300/
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