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The permits and applications available on this page are the most frequently requested within the County of St. Paul. Every effort is made to ensure their accuracy. The County of St. Paul will in no case be held liable or responsible for damages of any kind arising out of the use of online copies of permits or applications.
Community Services
For areas of Agriculture, Fire Services, and Waste Management.
Fire/Burn Permits
The County accepts Fire Permit Applications year-round. Please allow up to 2 business days for review and approval. Approved permits will be sent via email as a PDF attachment and are valid for 14 days from the date of issue.
Effective July 23, 2024, the County has declared a Level 4 Fire Ban and is not issuing new fire permits at this time.
Weed & Brush Control
A Weed & Brush Control Agreement develops a proactive management plan with ASB Staff to reduce weeds and brush in the County's right of way (ROW). The Agreement must be signed by April 30 annually and is in effect until July 1.
Waste Bin Rentals
We offer two options for Waste Bin Rentals:
- Household Waste (MSW)
in 4- or 6-yard Front Load Bins
- Industrial & Construction Waste (INERT)
in a 30-yard Roll-off Bin
Public Works Services
Our Public Works provides a number of seasonal services for residents to improve roads and access throughout the County.
Dust Controls
Applied to dirt roads to suppress dust kicked up during the summer months.
Applications are accepted annually between January 1 and May 15, with the suppressant applied between May 1 and July 31.
Gravel Sales
We are happy to provide gravel and delivery to County residents. We open gravel orders for the season on March 1 every year, closing in the fall (the final date is weather-dependent).
Snow Blading & Clearance
Personal driveway and farmyard clearance through our Snow Flag program.
Applications are accepted annually between October 1 and December 15, addressed as Priority 3 in the County's clearance schedule (unless an emergency medical agreement is on file).
Water & Wastewater Services
Many County residents have access to water services through the Elk Point Water Commission and the Highway 28/63 Water Commission.
Wastewater services are also available; depending on the property, this can be lines in your home connected to lagoons or an individual field system.
Planning & Development Permits
Development Permits are handled by our internal Planning & Development department.
Safety Code Permits, and permits for buildings, electrical, gas, plumbing, and private sewage, are issued through Superior Safety Codes.
Safety Code Permits
Required for buildings, electrical, gas, plumbing, and private sewage disposal systems.
Superior Safety Codes Inc.
Superior Safety Codes issues all County safety code permits.
Complete your application directly on their website.
Development Permits
Follow our 6-step process outlined below for a successful development permit application.
The County Can Help
Review all materials for your planned building/development thoroughly before completing your application.
Your Development Permit How-To
3. Review Details for What You are Building
4. Review the Costs
Docks & Mooring Structures
For personal use in Crown owned-bed and lakeshore, for longer than 14 days.
Ask Our P&D Officer
A temporary field authorization is provincially required help to mitigate effects on lakes and lakeshore areas.
Subdivision Applications
Contact Municipal Planning Services (2009) Ltd. if you have questions about subdivisions or if you are planning to apply for a subdivision.
Confirm All Info
Find FAQs, forms & requirements, and application fee information on Municipal Planning Services' website.
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS ISSUED
Permit #: 24-D0065
Issue Date: July 24, 2024
Location: SE 1-56-10-W4 | Lot 5, Block 1, Plan 082 6671 | Lac Sante
Closing Date for Appeals: August 14, 2024
Permit #: 24-D0064
Issue Date: July 23, 2024
Location: SW 26-56-11-W4 | Lot 21, Block 3, Plan 2322050
Closing Date for Appeals: August 13, 2024
Permit #: 24-D0061 / 24-D0062 / 24-D0063
Issue Date: July 17, 2024
Location: SE 7 60 10 W4 / NE 1 60 11 W4 / NE 14 57 9 W4
Closing Date for Appeals: August 7, 2024
Permit #: 24-D0052 | 24-D0059 | 24-D0060
Issue Date: July 9, 2024
Location: NW 31 56 6 W4 | SE 22 56 4 W4 | SE 25 56 7 W4
Closing Date for Appeals: July 30, 2024
