Zoning & Sign Permit Applications & Forms

An interactive zoning map is available here for informational purposes. The official zoning map is maintained at City Hall. To confirm zoning and other inquiries, contact the Planning Department at 651-429-8561.

For dock permits and other permits for structures and activities on the water, contact the White Bear Lake Conservation District at 651-429-8520.
 

Sign

Zoning permits are needed for driveways, sheds, fences, detached decks, hot tubs, bees & chicken coops. Sign permits are needed for permanent signs. Temporary signs may be registered by calling the Planning Department at 651-429-8534.

Zoning: Driveway, Fence, Shed & Chicken Coop

Zoning handouts provide information on the City's Zoning Code regarding fences, driveways, sheds, and signs.

Please contact the Planning/Zoning Department at 651-429-8561 with any questions.

 

Deck

Zoning worksheets are needed for improvements in the rear yard of a residential property or in the shoreland overlay district.

Handshake

Neighbor agreement forms are required for certain small variances from the Zoning Code, called administrative variances.

Variance Application

Land use approvals include variances from the zoning code, conditional use permits, and subdivisions. If you are considering applying for land use approval, call the Planning Department at 651-429-8534 to set up a time to meet with the planner.