Thinking About Building on Your Farm? Before You Break Ground, Know What's Required.
Thinking about a new farm building or structure? Get practical advice from experts and local farmers before you break ground.
Many farm building projects require approvals, permits, code compliance, insurance updates, and may affect your property assessment. Requirements can vary significantly depending on the type and intended use of the building.
Join us for a practical workshop designed to help farmers and agricultural property owners better understand what to consider before starting a construction project.
You'll hear from industry experts, learn from a local farm's experience, and have the opportunity to ask questions about your own plans whether you're considering:
- A new storage building
- Worker accommodations
- Equipment or processing facilities
- On-Farm Diversified Uses (OFDU)
- Expanding or adapting your operation
This workshop will help you understand the rules, approvals, costs, and impacts before construction begins. Topics will include:
- Planning & Construction Process
- Zoning basics such as planning requirements, approvals and common project challenges
- Building Codes & "As of Right" Uses
- When and why of building permits
- Human occupancy vs. agricultural storage buildings
- Insurance considerations for new structures and uses
- MPAC and property assessment impacts