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Community Ordinances
Area Dog Parks
In 2016, the City enclosed an area of Aquatore Park that serves as an off-leash dog area. Off-leash parks in the area include:
• Aquatore Park -
Swanson Dog Park 9191 Lincoln Street
Blaine
• Bunker Hills Park
550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW
Andover
• Locke County Park
840 71st Avenue NE
Fridley
• Rice Creek Off-
Leash Dog Area
5959 Lexington Avenue
Shoreview
Animals found at large will be seized by an Animal Control Officer and impounded. Call 763-785-6168 for the current impound facility. Contact a community service officer at 763-427-1212 or call 911 for animal-related complaints. Animals
Clean Up After Your Pets
Under City ordinance, pet owners are required to clean up after their dogs. Pet owners must carry a plastic bag or some other means of picking up after their pet whenever they are off their own property.
Block Parties
Block parties are permitted without special permit. However, residents should be aware of several important issues. Selling or dispensing of beer requires a temporary beer license, which must be approved by the city. Residents may not barricade or block off streets and must be conscientious of loud music and impact to surrounding neighbors. The City’s noise ordinance restricts noisy parties and gatherings. Contact the Blaine Police Department for more information. Number and Types A resident may own up to three domestic pets of any one type over six months of age. A domestic pet is defined as a dog, cat, bird, or other common house pet. Non-domesticated, wild animals are not permitted. Domestic farm animals, including cattle, horses, snakes, sheep, goats, and domesticated birds are only permitted in agricultural (AG) and farm residential (FR) zoning districts. Hogs (pot-bellied pigs) are not permitted within any zoning district. Private or Commercial Kennel If a resident owns or boards more than three adult domestic pets, a kennel license is required. Kennels are not permitted in single family (R-1, R-2, and R-3) zoning. Cats Cat licensing is not required. There is no ordinance on stray cats in the City of Blaine. Leash Law Dogs in the City of Blaine must be on a leash and under control while off the owner’s property. Dog License All dogs six months or older are required to be licensed. A license can be obtained at Blaine City Hall for $10. The owner must provide evidence that the dog has been vaccinated for rabies. Dog licenses must be renewed by April 30 and are good for two years. Barking Dog It shall be unlawful for any person to own, keep, or harbor any dog considered a barking dog. By definition a barking dog is any dog that barks, bays, cries, howls, or makes any other noise continuously and/or incessantly for a period of 10 minutes or barks intermittently for 30 minutes or more at any time either day or night. Contact the Blaine Police Department or Community Standards for more information. Dog Enclosures (Kennel) Dog enclosures are only permitted in rear yards. Dog enclosures must be located at least 30 feet from the side property line and 10 feet from the rear lot line. All enclosures must be screened from adjacent property. Dog enclosures must also be kept in a clean and sanitary condition. Contact community standards or the Blaine Police Department for more information.
Garage sales are allowed without special permit if they meet the following standards: sale can last no longer than three days and no more than twice each year; no goods purchased for sale or consignment goods may be offered for resale; and all signs advertising the sale must be placed on private property with owner’s permission and removed after the sale. Contact Community Standards for more information.
Boulevard Maintenance
Residents with property fronting a street right-of-way are responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the boulevard. This includes mowing tall grass/weeds, raking leaves, tree trimming/removal, and sidewalk snow removal.
Driveways
A permit is not required for new driveway construction or improvement unless a modification to the curb is needed. Depending on zoning districts, driveways cannot be constructed closer than three feet from the adjacent property line. All driveways and approaches must be hard surface using concrete or blacktop. Contact the planning division for more information at 763-784-6180.
Fences
The City requires a building permit for the construction of new yard fencing or substantial alteration of an existing fence. The following fence guidelines must be followed: • Seasonal fences are allowed without permit. • Post and framework must be placed within property line of the owner. The fencing material, such as lumber, pickets, etc., shall be placed on the side of the fence facing the street or adjacent property. • All fences must be constructed in a workman-like manner and be maintained in a state of reasonable repair. • Maximum heights: Front yard = 4 feet.
Side and rear yards = 6 feet.
Contact Building Inspections at 763-784-6700 or visit BlaineMN.gov/BuildingInspections for more information.
Home Daycare Providers must be licensed by Anoka County and the State of Minnesota. Specific questions or complaints should be directed to Anoka County at 763-422-7146.
Youth Curfews
Ages Sun. - Thurs. Fri. - Sat. Under 12 9PM 10PM 12 - 14 10PM 11PM 15 - 17 11PM 12:01AM
Firearms/Hunting
The discharge of deadly weapons is prohibited within city limits. Deadly weapons include all firearms, bow and arrows when arrows are point-tipped, BB guns, air rifles, and slingshots. The Blaine Police Department may issue temporary bow and arrow deer hunting authorization for certain designated properties within the city.
Persons owning property within designated hunting areas must obtain a permit for each person who will be hunting on said property and the permit must be in the hunter’s possession. All regulations established by the Department of Natural Resources shall be adhered to. Contact the Blaine Police Department for more information at 763-785-6168.
Home Business
A home business may operate in a residential zoning district without a conditional use permit if there is no exterior storage of materials or business equipment, the business is conducted within a residential dwelling and does not exceed 20 percent of total floor area of residence, and only people living in the residence are employed. Contact Community Standards for other applicable standards at 763-785-6187.
The City of Blaine does not allow the parking or storage of stock cars, race cars, or junk vehicles. All vehicles must be in an operable condition, currently licensed, and licensed to the occupants of the property or their guests. Contact Community Standards for more info at 763-784-6700.
Vehicle Repair
Residents are not allowed to repair or perform maintenance work on vehicles on public streets or on private land unless the vehicle is enclosed in a garage or storage building.
Noise
The City of Blaine noise ordinance is in effect between 10PM and 7AM. During this period, the following activities are restricted: • Operation of tools and domestic maintenance equipment • Repair or servicing of vehicles if noise is audible beyond property line • Exterior construction or remodeling • Use of electronic or audio sound if plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet or more • Noisy parties or gatherings audible at a distance of 50 feet or more Contact Community Standards for information at 763-785-6187.
Parking
No vehicle shall be parked on any highway, street, or alley in the city for more than 48 consecutive hours at any time. • From November 1 to April 1, no vehicle shall be parked on any highway, street, or alley between the hours of 2AM and 7AM. • Parking permits may be issued by the Blaine Police Department for emergency or other situations. • No vehicle may be parked on any highway, street, or alley in the city in violation of any temporary or permanent regulatory sign posted by the city.
Traffic Visibility
On all corner lots, no fence, object, or planting in excess of 30 inches in height is allowed in the sight distance triangle. Contact Community Standards for more information at 763-785-6187. Residents with property fronting a sidewalk are responsible for the removal of snow within 48 hours after the snowfall has ceased. Residents are prohibited from pushing snow, slush, or ice into the street or onto private property without permission.
Rental Dwellings Require License
All rental housing in Blaine must secure a license prior to tenants moving into the unit. Contact housing services at 763-785-6146 to request a license application and schedule the necessary pre-inspection. Licensing is required on an annual basis; the licensing period runs from January 1 through December 31.
The rental dwelling ordinance governs all rental units within the City. It pertains to singlefamily detached and attached townhomes and condos and all multi-family rentals comprised of two or more units.
Residential Exterior Storage
Personal unused property should be stored inside. Miscellaneous storage, including yard maintenance equipment, toys, and non-permanent recreational equipment, may not be stored outside for periods longer than 72 consecutive hours. Vehicles and ornamental yard enhancements are excluded from this standard. Contact Community Standards for more information.
Satellite Dishes
Dishes exceeding 24 inches in diameter must be located in the rear yard at a distance of five feet from adjacent property lines. Contact Community Standards for more information.
Septic Systems
Septic tanks must be pumped and inspected every three years by a certified pumper. Contact Building Inspections for more info.
Sheds
City zoning requirements limit the number of accessory buildings (including attached garages) to two, with a combined area no greater than 1000 square feet. Sheds must be located in the rear yard, unless side yard shed requirements are met. A permit is required for any shed greater than 120 square feet in area or that has permanent footings or slab.
Swimming Pools
Swimming pools are permitted in certain residential zoning districts in rear yards and 10 feet from all property lines. Pools cannot be located closer than six feet to the primary residence and all associated decks or patios must be located a minimum distance of 10 feet from adjacent lot lines. All outdoor pools need to be completely enclosed by a non-climbing type fence or wall. Fence and gates shall be at least four feet tall. Building permits are required for construction of all above- and below-ground pools exceeding 200 square feet in area. Call 763-784-6700 for more information.
Tree Preservation
Residents are allowed to remove two significant trees per year from privately owned property. Trees removed because they pose a hazard are exempt. An approved forest management plan is required if more than two significant trees per year are removed from non-developing lots or parcels. On developing lots, a tree preservation plan must be submitted for city approval prior to site grading or excavation. Prior to site disturbance, the site shall be staked and fenced for tree preservation plan. All significant trees removed or fatally damaged must be replaced on-site or in the form of a payment of a fee to the city restoration fund. Contact Public Works for more information.
Wood Storage
Firewood may be stored in the side or rear yard no closer than five feet from the property line unless screened by a solid fence or wall.
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