Moving?

Moving out of Crystal

Here is a checklist of things that must be completed before closing on your property. 

Arrange for a Housing Maintenance Compliance Inspection (forms are listed below).This process must be completed prior to closing.  Note: The seller must complete ordered corrections unless the buyer signs an agreement with the City to accept responsibility for completing the corrections.

  • Once a closing date has been established, call Utility Billing (763) 531-1114 to schedule a final reading of your water meter. A reading must be taken inside and outside.
  • Cancel your utilities (gas, telephone, garbage, electricity, cable) by contacting each company that provides service to you.
  • Call and inform the Assessing Clerk (763) 531-1118 that you are moving.


Moving into Crystal

Here is a checklist to help your move into Crystal:

  • Inquire of your real estate agent, or the seller, if an inspection has been completed for Housing Maintenance Compliance.   This process must be completed prior to closing.  Note: The seller must complete ordered corrections unless the buyer signs an agreement with the City to accept responsibility for completing the corrections.
  • Once a closing date has been established, call Utility Billing (763)531-1114 and give the address of the property and your name as the incoming homeowner.
  • Set up your other utilities (gas-Centerpoint Energy by Minnegasco, telephone, garbage-contact city hall or click on the following link for a listing of garbage haulers from which you may select, electricity-Xcel Energy, cable-Comcast)
  • File for the homestead credit on your property taxes by coming into City Hall during normal business hours (Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) You can fill out the form by clicking here and bring it into City Hall with you.


Housing Maintenance Compliance Forms:

Inspection Checklist
Common Q’s and A’s
Application Form
Notice to Homeowner
Notice to Homeowner