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Planning Resource Web Sites Minnesota
Shoreland Management Resource Guide
(Minnesota Sea Grant)
The Minnesota Shoreland Management Resource Guide is designed for
people who make the everyday decisions that impact lakes and rivers.
Many of the background materials about lakes and rivers on the site
are applicable across the region. The Shoreland Guide site includes
printer-ready fact sheets, scientific and technical literature, publications
that are out of print, as well as new materials. It also profiles
citizen lake restoration projects.
Model Ordinances to Protect Local Resources
(EPA Office of Water)
This site contains model ordinances for stream and lake buffer zones,
erosion and sediment control, open space development, stormwater control,
illicit discharges, golf course management guidelines, and other concerns.
A Guide to Sensitive Shoreline Development
(Michigan Land Use Institute)
This online booklet describes tools and resources that coastal communities
can use to set and maintain standards for shoreline development. A
printed version is also available. | 
