City Policies
Snow Removal/Winter Parking
The City of Brownton relies on residents to clear their own dirveways and the sidewalks adjacent to their property. Snow should be cleared within 24 hours of snowfall. Residents should also clear an area for trash cans and clear around fire hydrants. Do not deposit snow back into the street or alley.
Winter Parking-Effective November 1st -March 31st of each year. No parking on any City avenue, street or highway during the hours of 2am-6am for snow removal operations or until streets are plowed from curb to curb. The owner of any vehicle parked on the street will be issued a citation.
Dog & Cat Owners
All dogs and cats in the City of Brownton are required to have a license no later than January 1st of each year or at other times through the year upon acquiring possession of pet. Cost of license is $5.00 if dog or cat is spayed or neutered, if not cost is $25.00 per pet. Upon application for license, proof of current vaccination for rabies will be required. Citations will be issued for all unlicensed dogs and cats with a fine assessed according to the ordinance. No dogs or cats shall be allowed to run at large within the city at any time. Maximum amount of pets allowed is 4. It is against City ordinance to feed stray animals.
Grass Clippings
Please do not discharge lawn clippings from your lawn mower onto the city street when mowing the boulevard. City ordinance prohibits this and establishes a fine for repeat violations. The lawn clippings will wash into the storm sewer, causing them to clog up. It takes considerable time and expense to clean them out.
Fixing Up Your Home?
Just a reminder that all construction in the City of Brownton is subject to the requirements of the State Building Code. The City requires building permits to make sure that construction meets minimum standards. A permit is needed for new construction, remodeling, and miscellaneous repairs, etc. If you are planning some construction, be sure to contact the City Clerk's Office for a building permit application.
Utility Policy
Here is the utility policy relating to all utility services.
Utility Policy (pdf)
Important information updates:
Building Permits are required for most home improvement projects. Building permits help ensure that your projects meet building code and safety standards. There is a penalty for starting construction without a permit. For permit questions or information call 320-328-5318 or email us at deputyclerk@cityofbrownton.com.
We do have a a new Building inspection company ProKore inspections. Feel free to contact them regarding the permit process and if you are unsure if you need a permit or not. You can reach them at 507-388-4224 or visit their website at PROKORE INSPECTIONS.
Express Permit form are available on the Home page of our website under City Services.
Minnesota's Cold Weather Rule (CWR) is a state law that protects residential utility customers from having electric or natural gas service shut off between October 1 and April 30. To protect your service from disconnection you must contact the City of Brownton to make and keep a payment plan that you and your utility agree on.
United Community Action Agency website
Annual Cold Weather Rule Notice/Application Click here CWR Application
Unpaid utility charges may constitute a lien against the property