Solar Energy in Stearns County, MN (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Stearns County, Minnesota.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Stearns County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Panel Permits
Home and farm solar panels are a permitted accessory use countywide under Ordinance 439 Section 6.54.2: roof-mounted systems skip the construction site permit, but ground-mounted arrays still need one plus height, setback and utility-notice compliance.
Stearns County Accessory Solar Panel Permits
Some RestrictionsStearns County Ordinance 439, Section 6.54.2
6.54.2 Standards for Solar Energy Systems, Accessory. Solar energy systems are a permitted accessory use in all zoning districts, subject to the administrative requirements of Section 4.11 and the following standards. Roof mounted solar in accordance with Section 6.54.2C(1) shall not require a construction site permit. ... B. Height. Active solar systems are subject to the following height req...
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