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Slope Preservation Zone (SPZ) = land on and within 20' of bluffs and very steep slopes. Shore Impact Zone (SIZ) = land located between the OHWL and a line parallel to it as 1/2 the required structure setback from the OHWL (but not less than 50') or the area 50' landward of the OHWL in agricultural areas. Prepared by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, August 5, 2010 Electrical distribution lines, transmission lines of less than 100kV, cables or similar conduits, wind energy conversion systems less than SmW, and related structures and facilities shall require a CUP from the LGU. High voltage Permitting transmission lines, wind energy conversion systems >_ SmW, and pipelines shall be regulated pursuant to MS Chapter 216E, 216F and 216G, respectively. Avoidance areas for utilities or transmission services include: • bluffs, SPZ, and steep slopes; • scenic intrusions into river valleys, and open expanses of water; • scenic intrusions into areas such as ridge crests and high points; Routing - • wetlands; Areas to Avoid • naturally vegetated forested areas; • soils susceptible to erosion, which would create sedimentation and pollution problems; • areas of unstable soils which would be subject to extensive slippages; and Public Utilities • open space recreation areas. With regard to locating the utility, overhead or underground: (1) primary consideration shall be given to minimizing visual impact. (2) if overhead placement is necessary, the crossing should be hidden from view as much as Structure practicable; (3) regarding appearance of the structures, they shall be made as compatible as practicable with the Design natural area with regard to height and width, materials used, and color; and(4) regarding width of the right-of-way, the cleared portion of the right-of-way should be kept to a minimum. In the construction of utilities, the following guidelines shall be applied whenever practicable: (1) construction in wetlands shall minimize damage to vegetation, prevent erosion and sedimentation; Construction (2) construction shall be undertaken at times when local fish and wildlife are not spawning or nesting; Guidelines (3) effective erosion and sedimentation control programs shall be conducted during all clearing, construction, or reconstruction operations in order to prevent the degradation of the river and adjacent lands. Slope Preservation Zone (SPZ) = land on and within 20' of bluffs and very steep slopes. Shore Impact Zone (SIZ) = land located between the OHWL and a line parallel to it as 1/2 the required structure setback from the OHWL (but not less than 50') or the area 50' landward of the OHWL in agricultural areas. Prepared by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, August 5, 2010