Joint Jurisdiction

 

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This page introduces the Joint Jurisdiction process, where City and County officials meet jointly to vote on development items like rezonings and conditional use permits in the joint jurisdiction area. Use the map above to check if a location falls within this area.

Here are common questions to help with initial inquiries. For more help, use the contact information above to find your county's liaison.

FAQ

How does joint jurisdiction help property owners?

Typically the allowed uses and requirements in the joint area are closer to the requirements for development within the City. This may make it either more unlikely, harder, or expensive when directly compared to developing in the county, but in the long term the joint area is expected to eventually be part of the City and the conversion to City services will more efficient and less expensive for properties built to joint standards than county only standards.

What is the difference in standards between county and the joint area?

The allowed uses differ due to the transitional nature of the area. There are uses that are allowed in the county that are not allowed in the joint area.

Are land use restrictions a form of reducing property rights?

No. The zoning of a property is what initially sets the available uses for a property. The joint process is the public hearing process to amend these land use types of changes. While staff may not recommend approval of a rezone due to premature development, the actual decision is made by elected officials from both the county and city at a public hearing.

What are the rules in the joint jurisdiction area?

Minnehaha County Joint Area Ordinance

Lincoln County Joint Area Ordinance

How do I apply in each county?

To apply for rezoning, conditional use or other land use permits outside the City of Sioux Falls Corporate Limits, but within the Minnehaha County Joint area, contact the Minnehaha County Planning and Zoning Office directly at 605-367-4204 or visit their website at Minnehaha County Planning and Zoning Website.

To apply for rezoning, conditional use or other land use permit outside the City of Sioux Falls Corporate Limits, but in the Lincoln County Extraterritorial Area, contact the Lincoln County Planning and Zoning Office directly at 605-764-2938 or visit their website at Lincoln County Planning and Zoning Website.

 

 

 

Contact Information

Kristen Benidt - Lincoln County
605-367-8692
kristen.benidt@siouxfalls.gov

Karla Resendiz - Minnehaha County
605-367-8895
karla.resendiz@siouxfalls.gov

 

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