Brownfields & Contaminated Sites
Dakota County’s goal in cleaning up contaminated sites is to:
- Eliminate concerns to public health
- Improve local economic development
- Protect water quality
Anyone seeking information about a parcel in Dakota County should fill out the form. Email any supporting material to environ@co.dakota.mn.us.
Learn about brownfield redevelopment
Redevelopment Incentive Grant program
All Dakota County cities are eligible for brownfield funding for redevelopment planning, environmental investigations, cleanup and site redevelopment. Private sector and nonprofits may apply for environmental investigation grants. Find application information on the CDA RIG Grant Program website.
For more information about brownfields, contact Cathy Undem, Dakota County Environmental Assessment and Remediation Program, at cathy.undem@co.dakota.mn.us or 952-891-7532
Contaminated sites
Fill out the environmental information request form. Send any supporting material to environ@co.dakota.mn.us.
In addition to Minnesota Pollution Control Agency statutes, rules and guidelines, Dakota County ordinances may also apply to contaminated sites in the county.
- County Ordinance 110 - Solid Waste Management
- County Ordinance 111 - Hazardous Waste Regulation
- County Ordinance 113 - Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (Septic Systems)
- County Ordinance 114 - Well and Water Supply Management
- County Ordinance 132 - Dakota County Storm Drain System
If soil or groundwater contamination is identified on your property, contact Cathy Undem at 952-891-7532. If buried solid waste is identified, contact the Environmental Resources Department Waste Regulation Unit at 952-891-7557.