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Home Page FAQ

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1. Where is the Courthouse located?

The Courthouse is at 400 Colorado Avenue in Morris, MN.

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Passports

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1. Where do I get a passport?

The passports are issued at the Courthouse in the Auditor/Treasurer's Office. The Auditor/Treasurer's Office is on the second floor of the Courthouse.

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Planning and Zoning

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1. Can I change the zoning or General Plan designation of my property?

Re-zoning changes require Planning Commission review/recommendation and the approval of the County Board. Zone District changes require a Zoning Ordinance and map amendment.

2. What are setbacks?

The term setback means the required distance separating a building or structure from a property line, road right-of-way or water body. The setbacks for each zoning district is identified in the Stevens County Zoning Ordinance

3. What businesses can I operate on my property?

First, determine the zoning district your property is located in by checking the County zoning map or calling the Planning & Zoning Office at (320) 208-6558. Next, look up the permitted uses for your zoning district in the Stevens County Zoning Ordinance (click on link below). If your use is not listed in the permitted use section, check the conditional use section to determine if your use requires a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Stevens County Zoning Ordinance