Looking for a land clearing contractor in Ham Lake, MN? Describe your project once and up to five land clearing contractors who work in Ham Lake and Anoka County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Ham Lake is home to about 16,905 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+2.6% since 2020). With 491 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. New homes on wooded lots, pasture recovery and wildfire defensible space are the usual clearing jobs here.
Ham Lake at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 16,905 (+2.6% since 2020)
- Rank in Minnesota
- 67th of 855 cities and towns
- Land area
- 34 sq mi
- Population density
- 491 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Ham Lake city)
- Main county
- Anoka County
What to check before hiring in Ham Lake
- Rules: in Minnesota, check county rules on tree removal, grading, burning and wetlands before clearing.
- Stormwater: clearing an acre or more for construction generally needs stormwater permit coverage.
- Debris: ask whether debris is mulched, hauled or burned, and who gets the permits.
- Price drivers: acreage, tree size, terrain, stumps and debris handling.
Useful official resources
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EPA: construction stormwater
Official information and guidance.
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Ham Lake
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Lot clearing for construction
Clearing trees, stumps and brush for a building pad, driveway and utilities.
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Forestry mulching and brush clearing
Mulching brush and small trees in place for pasture, trails or defensible space.
Frequently asked questions in Ham Lake
How much does land clearing cost in Ham Lake, MN?
It depends on acreage, vegetation, terrain and debris handling. Describe your land: contractors who serve Ham Lake reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A small lot can be cleared in a day or two; large wooded tracts take longer.
Should stumps be removed?
Under buildings and driveways, yes; elsewhere they can often be ground or left.
Which land clearing contractors will contact me?
Up to five independent land clearing contractors who serve Ham Lake and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.