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Environmental Services
Mission statement
To proactively address the needs of the community by providing solution-oriented services and standards that facilitate development and growth of the local economy; reduce and manage waste; and protect and enhance the quality of life and environment for current and future generations.
Residents and property owners with inquires are strongly encouraged to either email, call or make an appointment. This allows us to provide the most efficient customer service by having the appropriate staff person available. It is helpful to include the parcel ID or address along with your inquiry.
Online permitting system
All permitting is conducted with an Online Permitting system. For more information or assistance, call 507-332-6113 or email [email protected]
Find more:
- Building Division
- Environmental Health
- Feedlots & Agriculture
- Planning and Zoning
- Water Resource Management
- Solid Waste Facility
Comprehensive Plan
Rice County, in late 2021, completed its updated Comprehensive Plan. Visit the Comprehensive Plan page for more information.
Noxious weed notice
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Julie Runkel
Environmental Services DirectorPhone: 507-332-6113
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Trent McCorkell
Zoning Administrator
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Environmental Services
Physical Address
Rice County Government Services Building
310 Third St. NW
Faribault, MN 55021
Phone: 507-332-6113Fax: 507-332-6277
Northfield Phone: 507-645-9576
Lonsdale Phone: 507-744-5185
Hours: 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
Offices are closed on legal holidays