Board approves interim use permit for mining tied to wetland restoration project
Summary
The board approved an interim use permit allowing removal of sand, gravel and spoils as part of a wetland restoration project adjacent to County Ditch 13; planning staff said spoils will move to contiguous family properties and not use public roads.
The board granted an interim use permit requested by the Anoka‑Isanti County Conservation District and private petitioners to allow mining of sand, gravel, peat and black dirt as part of a wetland restoration adjacent to County Ditch 13 in Oxford Township.
Zoning staff explained the request was prompted because spoils from the mining operation are leaving the original site; staff said borings and environmental reviews were completed and the planning commission recommended approval. A commissioner clarified the spoils would be transferred to contiguous properties and not transported on public roads. The board approved the interim use permit by motion and voice vote.
No enforcement conditions beyond the planning commission's findings were added on the floor during the meeting.
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