City of Chanhassen
7700 Market Blvd
PO Box 147
Chanhassen MN
55317
952-227-1100
Fax: 952-227-1110
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Natural Resources
The City of Chanhassen recognizes the importance of its natural environment to the quality of life for its citizens and the need to protect and enhance these resources. As development places further pressures on the city’s resources, challenges and limitations will need to be met head-on with creativity and a commitment to a community privileged with environmental assets. (In Chanhassen, four large-scale features dominate the landscape. They include lakes, wetlands, creek and river corridors and tree cover. These areas contribute to the open spaces and rural flavor of the community.)
The City of Chanhassen has many programs and services to enhance and protect natural resources. Below are some examples.
Each year we celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting projects and park clean-ups.
This invasive species is commonly found in many of the wooded areas in Chanhassen. This City encourages residents to be educated about this woody plant and eradicate it where possible. The Minnesota DNR has an excellent publication about the plant and how to remove it.
Weed Wrench Available: The City has a weed wrench available for homeowners. The weed wrench is a manual tool that can be used for buckthorn removal.
The wrench is available for a three-day rental. A $150 deposit is required and will be returned when the wrench is checked back in. Call City Hall at 952-227-1100 to reserve the tool.
Chanhassen Lakes Water Quality Data
Learn about options for disposing your Christmas tree.
Community Water Quality Hotline - (952) 227-1351
The City has established a hotline that residents can call to get the latest information on surface water projects in the City, report surface water violations (like dumping into storm drains), and ask other surface water related questions. To access the hotline, call 952-227-1351 and follow the recorded instructions.
This invasive insect has been discovered in Minnesota, but no confirmed infestations have been reported in Carver County.
Annual awards are given to local residents, businesses and organizations who work to enhance the environment.
The Environmental Resources Specialist is also the city forester and can help you with your tree questions and problems.
Look here for information on the City of Chanhassen's Lake Atlas
Lakescaping for Wildlife and Water Quality
Tired of mowing grass when you head up to your lake cabin? Learn how to landscape your shoreline property to prevent shoreline erosion, restore wildlife habitat, wildflowers and clean water. This book will show you the way to design your area for increased enjoyment of your lakeside or riverside getaway. Published by the Minnesota Dept. of Natural Resources and available at City Hall for $15.00 (includes tax).
Landscaping
A Resident's Guide: Home Landscaping
Look here for information on natural resources classes.
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
- City of Chanhassen Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) 2010 Annual Report
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP)
The City of Chanhassen is required to operate under a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to discharge stormwater. The City’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) is available HERE.
- Nondegradation Assessment
The City of Chanhassen is required to assess stormwater runoff volume, total suspended solids (TSS), and total phosphorous (TP) loading under current conditions and proposed 2020 conditions. This assessment will be used to develop an implementation plan so the three parameters will meet existing conditions from 1988. A public hearing was held on January 15, 2008.
Public plots are available at the Olson Community Gardens located on the corner of Kerber Boulevard and Santa Vera Drive.
Radon
Radon is an odorless, colorless, naturally occurring gas. Long-term exposure to it can cause lung cancer. The City offers home test kits for $4. They can be purchased at City Hall.
Residents are required to contract with a garbage hauler that is licensed by the city. These haulers are required to provide curbside recycling services. Contact your hauler for recycling bins. Click HERE for a list of garbage haulers currently licensed in Chanhassen. Look here for specific information on what items are collected.
Semi-Annual Recycling Day: Each spring and fall Chanhassen residents can receive $20 in FREE recycling fees at the Carver County Environmental Center . Click HERE for details.
Carver County Environmental Center Recycling Coupons: Each year the city issues $10 coupons for use at the Carver County Environmental Center . Residents may use the coupons to cover any fees charged by the center for recycling items such as yard waste, appliances, and electronics. The coupon is printed in the spring and fall editions of the Chanhassen Connection, which is mailed to all Chanhassen households and businesses.
TVs banned from garbage effective July 1, 2006 - Click HERE for details.
DNR Get the Lead Out! Program - Click HERE for details on lead-free fishing tackle.
Backyard Composting - Click HERE for quick and easy tips for backyard composting.
Over 26% of the City’s 24 square miles are covered by water. The City’s Surface Water Management Plan (SWMP) provides a framework for protecting and improving Chanhassen’s 12 lakes, 400 wetlands and 4 creeks.
The Seminary Fen is a rare, calcareous fen located in southern Chanhassen and Chaska.
Have your soil tested to evaluate soil fertility and soil pH level (routine test), and/or problems due to excessive salts or fertilizer materials (soluble salt test). Testing is provided by the University of Minnesota Soil Testing Laboratory for a fee. Collection bags and instructions can be picked up at City Hall or click HERE to download a soil sample information sheet and sample collection instructions.
 The City of Chanhassen is seeking volunteer groups to mark curbs near storm drains with the marker shown to the right.
These markers are placed to remind people that storm drains are for clean rain water only. It is a visual reminder that we can help keep our lakes, creeks and rivers clean.
The City of Chanhassen offers a water conservation education and incentive program for Chanhassen residents. Current, upcoming, and potential Water Wise programs, as well as tips for how you can conserve water are listed here.
The city contains over 350 wetlands. Learn about wetlands and how the city is protecting them and the difference between wetlands and stormwater ponds.
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