Rule amendments on boat storage structures in public waters required.
This bill requires the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to update its rules regarding boat storage structures in public waters. The key change expands the definition of "watercraft canopy" to include both fabric- and metal-covered roofs, and allows boat storage structures with these roofs to be placed on public waters without needing a permit. This affects property owners and boaters who wish to install boat storage structures in public water areas, making the permitting process simpler for structures with covered roofs.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 12, 2026
Last action Mar 12, 2026
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Matt Bliss
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