Driveways, Fences, and Accessory Structures

Submit the following information electronically to zoningpermits@shoreviewmn.gov.

• Residential zoning permit application(PDF, 3MB)
• Building plans for accessory structures (for structures over 200 square feet)
  • Include elevation to verify size and height requirements and proposed exterior finish.
• Site Plan
  
  • Accessory structures (sheds) - Show location and dimensions of existing and proposed structure(s) and setbacks from property lines.
  • Driveways/patio/parking pad – Show setbacks from property lines and driveway measurements.
  • Fences – Show location of the proposed fence with height, length and building material identified.
  • Deck – show location and area of existing and proposed structures and setbacks from property lines

Expose property pins for proposed projects if you are near the minimum setback.

For structures over 200 square feet:

• 2 sets of construction plans are required
• A building permit application(PDF, 322KB) must also be filled out

Staff will:

• Review the application for compliance with land-use and other applicable code regulations.
• Make any notes on the plan for your information.
• Email you when the application is approved and ready to be paid for and picked up.

$49

• Fences
• Driveways
• Parking pad
• Sheds (up to 200 square feet)

Based on valuation

• Accessory structures that are larger than 200 square feet
• Decks that are attached or taller than 30 inches

Electrical work requires a separate permit.

Accessory Structure Info Sheet(PDF, 291KB)

A permit is required to build or replace an accessory structure. Accessory structures can be a shed, garage, or gazebo.

City code regulations include but are not limited to:

• Size – determined by your lot size
• Exterior design and materials
  • Shall be compatible with the dwelling unit and be similar in appearance from an aesthetic, building material and architectural standpoint.
• Construction plans only for Structures 200 square feet or larger
  • Floor plan must show:
    • proposed size,
    • window and door openings,
    • header sizes over openings,
    • size, spacing and direction of rafter material.
  • Cross section must show
    • footage and floor design,
    • wall and roof construction
    • materials used.
  • Elevations must show
    • front and side view indicating height of structure.

• Location - rear or side yards (not on double fronted lots),
• Setbacks
  • Side - 5 feet or 10 feet if larger than 200 square feet
  • Rear - 10 feet
• Height - determined by the height of the principal structure or 18 feet whichever is more restrictive.

Driveway info sheet(PDF, 264KB)

A permit is required to build, replace or expand (if permitted) a driveway, parking pad or patio.

City code regulations include but are not limited to:

• Lot coverage – 40% maximum for residential properties not on the water
  
  • This means that buildings, driveways, patios and other hard services can cover up to 40% of your lot area
• Setback
  
  • Driveways and vehicles – 5 feet from property lines
• Materials
  
  • Pavers, concrete, or bituminous surface
  • Gravel driveways are not allowed
• Curb cut
  
  • One curb cut per residential property
  • 24 feet maximum width in the right-of-way.
• You may also need a Ramsey County driveway permit(PDF, 139KB)  if you live on a county road.

Fence info sheet(PDF, 70KB)

A permit is required for any new or expanding fence project in the city.

City code regulations include but are not limited to:

• Location - on, but not over property lines (with a signed neighbors’ agreement).
• "Finished" side of the fence must face outward.
• Height
  • Side and rear yards - no taller than 6 feet (not on double fronted lots).
  • Front yards – no taller than 4 feet

Deck info sheet(PDF, 315KB)

A permit is required for all decks including those that are not attached to a building and which are less than 30 inches above adjacent grade.