NOTE: MCWD now accepting and processing permit applications online
MCWD is pleased to announce a
new online permitting portal that makes it easier for applicants to apply for, track, modify, and pay for permit in a
comprehensive and intuitive online digital format.
Visit MCWD's online permitting system
Learn more about how to use MCWD's online permit system here.
MCWD
will continue to accept paper and PDF applications until June 18, 2021, to
ensure a smooth transition for applicants and partners. After June 18,
2021, paper and PDF applications will no longer be accepted.
Contact
Permitting Staff with any questions at permitting@minnehahacreek.org or 952-641-4532.
To see what Rule your project may trigger, see the Activities that Require Permits page. Please contact the Permitting Department with questions on what projects require a permit.
Download and submit all required materials for the following rules. If a project triggers more than one rule, fill out only one Water Resource Permit Application Form.
Erosion Control Rule
Floodplain Alteration Rule
Wetland Protection
Note for Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) applicants:
Field reviews for WCA permits are able to be conducted during the spring, summer, and fall, when ground conditions are thawed enough for inspection and vegetation is able to be readily identified. Field reviews are not feasible during winter, due to frost conditions, snow cover, and lack of vegetation.
In 2020, MCWD will be performing field reviews for WCA applications submitted prior to November 6, 2020. Applications submitted after this date will not receive a field review until the growing season commences in Spring 2021. Applications requiring in-field verification will be extended until the onset of the growing season in Spring 2021 when field reviews are possible.
If you have any questions, or would like to submit a WCA application, contact wca@minnehahacreek.org.
Wetland Protection Rule
Dredging Rule
Waterbody Crossings & Structures Rule
Stormwater Management Rule
Shoreline & Streambank Stabilization Rule
Sandblanket Installation
Variance and Exception Rule
- The Variance Request Form is required when an applicant is requesting a variance from compliance with a provision of the District's rules where strict compliance would cause an undue hardship
- The Exception Request Form
is required when an applicant is requesting an exception from
compliance with a provision of the District's rules where the proposed
project will afford greater water resource protection than strict
compliance with the rule
Permit Renewal
- A Permit Renewal Form
is required when an applicant is requesting a one year extension for their permit
Please completely fill out the application and submit it along with any supplemental materials to MCWD offices at:
MCWD Regulatory Department
15320 Minnetonka Boulevard
Minnetonka, MN 55345
Applications can also be submitted electronically to permitting@minnehahacreek.org.
Important Note:
Grading and excavating must not begin until the applicant has been noticed that a permit has been issued and required erosion control measures are in place. Working without a permit where required is in violation of MCWD Rules and is a misdemeanor subject to penalty by law.