Accessory Structures in Minnehaha County, SD (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Minnehaha County, South Dakota.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Minnehaha County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Shed & Carport Rules

Minnehaha County exempts one-story detached tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar accessory structures up to 120 square feet from the building permit required by the 2021 IBC. Section 105.2, item 1 still requires a placement permit from the zoning division and compliance with the applicable county or joint zoning ordinance's setback rules.

Accessory Shed Permit Rule in Minnehaha County

Some Restrictions

Minnehaha County Ordinance MC 61-22 (2021 IBC), § 105.2, item 1

1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided that the floor area is not greater than 120 square feet (11 m2). A placement permit is required by the zoning division. Such structures must still meet applicable setback requirements of the 1990 Revised Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County, the 2001 Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance f...

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Accessory Structures by City in Minnehaha County

1 cities in Minnehaha County have their own accessory structures rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

Sioux FallsPop. 192,517

4 verified rules • ADU Owner Occupancy, ADU Rental Restrictions

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