Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Program (MRCCA)

long view of the Mississippi River, Mineapolis skypline and bridge.

long view of the Mississippi River, Mineapolis skypline and bridge.

Background and purpose

The MRCCA is a state, regional and local government program that provides coordinated land planning and regulation for the 72-mile stretch of the Mississippi River through the seven-county metropolitan area covering 54,000 acres of land in 30 local jurisdictions.

Two homes and docks on a lake

Property owner information

Local government MRCCA plans and zoning regulations affect what property owners can do with their property.

a boat of rowers on the Mississippi

Local government administration

Local governments administer MRCCA plans and zoning regulations. Information is available on MRCCA plan updates, MRCCA zoning administration and more.

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