Minneapolis encourages rainwater harvesting for landscape irrigation. Minnesota has no statewide permit for residential rain barrels, and the city promotes them through stormwater utility credits under Chapter 510 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances.
Minnesota does not require a permit for simple rain barrel systems collecting roof runoff for outdoor non-potable use. Minneapolis Public Works actively promotes rain barrels and cisterns through its stormwater management program, and residents may qualify for a stormwater utility fee credit under the Minneapolis Stormwater Credit program if they install qualifying on-site stormwater practices. Larger cisterns or systems plumbed to indoor fixtures (toilets, laundry) are regulated under the Minnesota Plumbing Code (Chapter 4714) and require a plumbing permit through Minneapolis Construction Code Services. Cross-connection protection is mandatory where harvested water shares any plumbing with the potable supply. The Mississippi Watershed Management Organization and Minnehaha Creek Watershed District offer cost-share grants for larger green infrastructure projects in Minneapolis.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Minneapolis code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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