Land Development
New Market Township works with Scott County Planning and Zoning Department to ensure the responsible growth within the township. Developers planning single-family, multi-family, or mixed-use projects are encourage to begin your planning and approval process here. If you have any questions in the process of planning your project, feel free to ask and we will do our best to guide you to the right people and information.
Escrow Policy
The applicant and/or property owner shall establish an escrow account with the Township to insure that the Township is reimbursed for all development costs prior consideration of the applicant's land use request.
View and download the Escrow Policy Statement.
Development Standards
New Market Township Development Standards
It is the objective of New Market Township to provide high quality, cost-effective and sustainable infrastructure as well as context sensitive, responsible development for its current and future citizens. To achieve these goals, it is necessary to assure quality development through uniform performance standards for the design and construction of the Township’s infrastructure. View and download the Development Standards.
Specifications for Construction of Roadways and Drainage Facilities
These specifications and details for construction are directed to the construction contractor and suppliers constructing public roadway and drainage facilities within the Township. View and download the Specifications and Details.
Comprehensive Plan
The Township works with Scott County for Planning and Zoning to ensure the responsible growth within the Township.
Scott County Rural Residential Service Area Detailed Area Plan >
2015 MCES System Statement >
Thrive MSP 2040 >
https://www.scottcountymn.org/438/Zoning-Application-Checklists-Fact-Sheet >
2030 Comprehensive Plan
The 2030 Comprehensive Plan was created in the early years of the 21st century to guide decisions about the future needs of rapidly growing Scott County.
https://www.scottcountymn.org/469/2030-Comprehensive-Plan >
2040 Comprehensive Plan
The County is currently working to update the 2030 Comprehensive Plan into the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The Township has is working with the County to Promote development conducive to Township interests. Draft framework and plans can be found here: https://www.scottcountymn.org/439/2040-Comprehensive-Plan