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Right to Farm in Apple Valley, MN (2026)

1 verified right to farm rules for Apple Valley, Minnesota, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Agricultural Zoning Protection

In the City of Apple Valley, Minnesota, § 155.020 makes all types of agricultural pursuits, including the keeping, raising or production of livestock, a permitted use in the agricultural district, along with greenhouses, farm stands, one-family homes and public parks. Riding stables, boarding stables and ski hills need a conditional use permit under § 155.021.

Agricultural District Uses in Apple Valley, Minnesota

Light Restrictions

Apple Valley Code of Ordinances § 155.020; § 155.021

§ 155.020 PERMITTED USES. ... Within any agricultural district, no structure or land shall be used, except for one or more of the following uses or uses deemed similar by the City Council: (A) All types of agricultural pursuits including the keeping, raising or production of livestock and accessory farm residences; (B) Commercial greenhouses and nurseries; (C) Stands for the sale of agricultura...

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