Buying and Selling in Gem Lake
Moving into our city
Welcome to Gem Lake!
The City of Gem Lake contracts with:
- City of White Bear Lake Police Department
- City of White Bear Lake Fire Department
- White Bear Township Public Works for emergencies that threaten the health and safety of our residents or our infrastructure such as
- Water main breaks
- Sewer line back ups
- Other emergencies
For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies, call 651-429-8511.
For after hours and weekends Public Works emergencies 651-755-9828.
Garbage
The City of Gem Lake requires each resident to have garbage service. You may chose whomever you like provided they are a licensed hauler, to haul your garbage.
Learn more about Garbage Services
Recycling
The City of Gem Lake recycling service is every other Wednesday. Trucks arrive early, sometimes before 7:00 am, best to put the recycling bin out the night before.
Learn more about Recycling Services
Water and Sewer
Some residents have city sewer, some have a septic system. If you have city sewer, currently city sewer is billed quarterly for residents. No city water is available in the residential area of Gem Lake with the exception of the Villas of Gem Lake. City water for the Villas of Gem Lake is from the City of Vadnais Heights. City water is available in the business district from White Bear Lake.
Speed Limit
All city streets speed limit is 25 MPH with the exception of Goose Lake Road and Otter Lake Road which are Ramsey County roads.
Selling your house
If you have a septic system, you need to have a septic inspection before you sell/transfer property. You may choose to have any licensed inspector perform the work. Results need to be sent to the City prior to the property transfer.
Rental property
No person shall operate a rental dwelling without first obtaining a license to do so from the City. Rental licenses are good for one calendar year. If tenants change a new license will need to be completed.
Trash & Recycling
Trash and recycling services are required in the City of Gem Lake.
Water & Sewer
Water and sewer are vital for our residents. Keep up to date with the most current information.
Septic Inspections
Gem Lake has a septic inspection program to protect the environment and residents.