Overview

Some construction projects require an environmental review.

• We need to complete the review before we can issue a building permit for the project.
• In Minnesota, the Responsible Governmental Unit (RGU) does the review.
• In most cases, the City of Minneapolis is the RGU for projects located within Minneapolis.
• The law defines the:
  • Content and scope of the review
  • Process and timeline for completion

Learn more about environmental reviews in Minnesota