Constraints & Considerations

Minnesota property owners will want to research the following with the local DNR Fisheries and Waters staff:

DNR Regulations:

Working below the Ordinary High Water (OHW) mark, also called OHW level or OHW line Adding or removing aquatic vegetation Applying herbicides near water Modifying or stabilizing shoreline Erosion control techniques

DNR Lake Designations:

Recreational development Natural environment General development

You should also be aware of:

Public water or wetland designations on property Local building ordinances Normal lake level fluctuations