Land Use & Zoning

Under Minnesota's shoreland management regulations, what is the minimum setback from the ordinary high water mark for structures on a General Development lake?

A50 feet✓ Correct
B75 feet
C100 feet
D150 feet

Explanation

Minnesota's shoreland management regulations establish minimum setbacks based on lake classification. General Development lakes (the most developed category) have a 50-foot minimum setback from the ordinary high water mark. Natural Environment and Recreational Development lakes have greater setback requirements up to 150 feet.

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