One of the missions of the Water Patrol is to regulate the use of the lakes and rivers of the county to assure that the public is not endangered.

The Water Patrol requires permits for some activities, including temporary structures and special events. Rental boat operators must fill out an application and submit their boats for inspection. Charter Boats must also be inspected before they can carry passengers.

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You can fill out the forms on-line, but you must print them out and sign them for the forms to be valid.

Use this page to download forms and documents from the Water Patrol or from other websites. All downloads will be opened in a new window. Click the link to start the download.

LMCD Summer Rules: Download a synopsis of the special rules that apply summer use of Lake Minnetonka

LMCD Winter Rules: Download a synopsis of the special rules that apply to winter enjoyment of Lake Minnetonka

2011 Boating Guide: Download the official Boating Guide

Special Events Packet: Instructions and forms necessary to apply for a permit to conduct an event on the lakes or rivers of Hennepin County. Download the instruction sheet here.

Temporary Structure Permit Packet: Forms necessary to apply for a temporary structure on the lakes or rivers of Hennepin County. Also includes instructions for all types of structures. See the list below for individual instruction.

Watercraft Rental Form: Form to be filled out prior to inspection of watercraft available for rental. Click here to download the continuation form. You can also download instructions here.

Form and Document Downloads

Instructions for Downloading Forms and Information