The Planning & Zoning Department is responsible for the review of zoning applications and the implementation of land use plans and policies of the City Council through administration of ordinances.
Other responsibilities include reviewing permit and land use applications to ensure compliance with land use, setback, and other City requirements. Providing support to the City Council and Planning Commission on land use applications and special projects in an effort to guide future development while supporting a safe, pleasant, and economical environment for the City.
Carley Hungerford – Building & Zoning
(218) 249-0947
CarleyH@RiceLakeCityMN.com
Toni Blomdahl - Commercial Development
218-249-0733
TBlomdahl@RiceLakeCityMN.com
Citizen/Developer Handouts
- Development Process Guide
- Zoning/Subdivision Application Cover Sheet (use with all applications below)
- CUP or IUP Application
- Rezone Application
- Variance Application
- Site Plan Template
Other Informational Documents and Links
- City Ordinances
- Zoning Ordinance #22
- Zoning Map Ordinance #22-5
- Subdivision Ordinance #34
- 2020 Comprehensive Plan (amended 2023)
- 2020 Future Land Use Map (amended 2023)
- Citizen Complaint Form
- St. Louis County Land Explorer