Minnesota Construction Stormwater Permit Overview

A foundational course introducing Minnesota's Construction Stormwater General Permit (MNR100001). Perfect for anyone needing to understand permit applicability, requirements, timelines, and responsibilities.

WMN0101

Course Number: WMN0101

Type of Course: Training

Length of Course:  1 hour

PDH or CEU: 1 PDH

Cost of Course:  $49 per Learner

On-Demand | No Travel Required | Digital Credential

The Minnesota Construction Stormwater General Permit (MNR100001) Overview establishes statewide requirements for preventing sediment and pollutant discharge from construction activities. Understanding this permit is essential for project owners, engineers, contractors, and municipal staff involved in stormwater compliance.


This introductory course provides a clear, practical explanation of the permit requirements and prepares learners for advanced roles such as SWPPP Designer, Site Manager, and BMP Installer.

Learning Objectives:

  • Determine when the Minnesota CSW Permit applies
  • Understand responsibilities of permittees and subcontractors
  • Explain SWPPP requirements and permit-driven documentation
  • Identify prohibited discharges and water quality restrictions
  • Understand stabilization deadlines, BMP expectations, and inspection rules
  • Apply permit timelines for filing, recordkeeping, corrective actions, and termination
  • Recognize how the permit interacts with local MS4 requirements and other regulations

Who This Course is For:

  • Project owners and developers
  • Municipal reviewers and MS4 staff
  • SWPPP Designers ,inspectors, and compliance teams
  • Site Managers and contractor personnel
  • Anyone new to Minnesota's CSW Permit
  • Professionals preparing to take the WMN0100, WMN0102, or WMN0103


No prerequisite training is required.

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For Your Team

Need training for crews, consultants, or municipal staff?


CWT Training Academy offers:


  • Bulk enrollment packages
  • Centralized progress tracking
  • Certificates stored in professional records
  • Automated reminders for renewals
  • Custom reporting for agencies, municipalities, and engineering firms


Contact us for team pricing or statewide training solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question? We’re here to help.

  • Is this course required by MPCA?

    No, but it provides essential background for any role interacting with the Minnesota CSW Permit.

  • Does this course qualify someone as a trained SWPPP Designer or Site Manager?

    Not by itself. This course prepares learners for the advanced certifications (WMN0100, WMN0102, WMN0103).

  • How long does the course take?

    Most learners complete it in 1 hour.

  • Is there a final exam?

    No, there is no exam.

  • Will I get a certificate?

    Yes, and it will provide 1 PDH. 

Instructor Information:

Nathan Hardebeck

Stormwater Professional

CESCL, CISL, CPSWQ, CPISM, PSCIC, MT SWPPP Admin

Nathan has nearly 25 years of experience in the environmental and stormwater consulting field with an emphasis on best management practices (BMPs), services and management related to industrial, construction, municipal and commercial stormwater programs.

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Refund / Cancellation Policy

Learners are required to contact CWT Training Academy as soon as possible with any changes to registration (e.g. revised or corrected email, mailing address, phone number, etc.) to ensure the information on the Certification records are correct.


Refunds will not be provided for any missed or incomplete on-demand course. In the case of an emergency which prevents the Learner from starting or finishing the course during the allotted time frame, please contact CWT Training Academy to discuss options.