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Permits for residential building and construction projects including well and septic work. Learn more.

If you live in a rural area, you can get permission to burn brush.

Keep in mind: Burning garbage in a burn barrel, fire pit, wood stove, etc. is illegal in most instances in Minnesota.

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Fees and application guidelines for a new or renewed firearm permit. Learn more.

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1195 West Circle Drive SW
Rochester, MN 55902-6619
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Rochester and Olmsted County Birth and Death Records (1871 - 1940)

Olmsted County Marriage Records (1860 - 1940)

Permit application guidelines for land use including grading, zoning certificates and conditional use. Learn more.

Find notary public services and fees, or learn how to become a notary public. Learn more.

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