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Need to request an inspection or apply for a permit? Here's what you should know.
- Call 952-873-5553 during normal business hours or email permitting to schedule an inspection. Inspections usually occur within 48 hours, plan on being present on-site.
- Download the type of permit application you need and email permitting
- Building permits are typically required for anything you build over 200 square feet in size. Zoning permits are typically required for fences, sheds 200 square feet and less in size, concrete slabs, parking pads, driveways, and patios. New home and commercial construction requires a permit.
- Changes to plumbing, heating/air conditioning, and electrical usually require a permit.
- Working in street or alley right of way requires a permit.
- If your project impacts a drainage or utility easement a permit is required.
- Residential rentals require a rental permit/license.
- You may need zoning review (variance, conditional use permit, rezoning, etc) before your permit is issued.
- If unsure what to do, check the permit information guide or email permitting.
Inspections are scheduled on a first come, first served basis and grouped for staff efficiency. Typically inspections are completed within 24 hours of a request. Unless instructed otherwise, most inspections require meeting on-site with an inspector.
For building, zoning, plumbing, mechanical, right-of-way, and all other non-electrical permit inspections call 952-873-5553 during normal business hours or email permitting
For electrical inspections contact Justin Doebbeling 612-643-1838 or schedule online at https://jdinspectionsmn.com/
Select the appropriate application form.
Building Permit Application (PDF)
New Home Permit & Commercial Building Permit Application (PDF)
Finish Basement Permit Application (PDF)
Deck Permit Application (PDF) Deck Permit Guidelines and Worksheet
Building permit fees apply (PDF). Homeowners signing applications must complete a property owner waiver (PDF).
Changes and/or replacement of driveways require a permit. The permits are reviewed by several departments and typically take time to process. In addition to the permit fee, a certificate of insurance and performance bond or check are required.
Driveway Permit Application (PDF)
If your project impacts a drainage or utility easement (PDF) you will need to apply for an easement encroachment permit (PDF).
Fees apply (PDF) to zoning permit processing.
Contractor Electrical Permit Application (PDF)
Homeowner Electrical Permit Application (PDF)
Electrical permit fees apply (PDF). Homeowners signing applications may be instructed to complete a property owner waiver (PDF). Please review this electrical permit inspection checklist prior to your inspection.
Fence Permit Application (PDF) & Guide (PDF)
If your project impacts a drainage or utility easement you will need to apply for an easement encroachment permit.
Fees apply to zoning permit processing.
Mechanical Permit Application (PDF)
Mechanical permit fees apply (PDF). Homeowners signing applications may be instructed to complete a property owner waiver (PDF).
Plumbing Permit Application (PDF)
Plumbing permit fees apply (PDF). Homeowners signing applications may be instructed to complete a property owner waiver (PDF).
The City manages its streets and alley right of way. A permit is needed to obstruct, excavate, or occupy a right of way. The permits are reviewed by several departments and typically take time to process. In addition to the permit fee, a certificate of insurance and performance bond or check are required. Utility service providers are also required to submit an annual registration.
Right Of Way Permit Application (PDF)
Right Of Way Annual Registration (PDF)
Fees apply (PDF) for right of way permit applications and annual registrations.
Shed Permit Application (PDF) & Guide (PDF)
If your project impacts a drainage or utility easement you will need to apply for an easement encroachment permit.
Fees apply to zoning permit processing.
Changes and/or replacement sidewalks require a permit. The permits are reviewed by several departments and typically take time to process. In addition to the permit fee, a certificate of insurance and performance bond or check are required.
Sidewalk Permit Application (PDF)
If your project impacts a drainage or utility easement (PDF) you will need to apply for an easement encroachment permit (PDF).
Fees apply (PDF) to zoning permit processing.
Slab, Patio and Parking Pad Permit Application (PDF)
If your project impacts a drainage or utility easement (PDF) you will need to apply for an easement encroachment permit (PDF).
Fees apply (PDF) to zoning permit processing.
Select the appropriate application form. Most applications require a site plan.
Shed Permit Application (PDF) & Guide (PDF)
Fence Permit Application (PDF) & Guide (PDF)
Driveway Permit Application (PDF)
Sidewalk Permit Application (PDF)
Slab, Patio and Parking Pad Permit Application (PDF)
Permit to Keep Chickens Application (PDF)
If your project impacts a drainage or utility easement (PDF) you will need to apply for an easement encroachment permit (PDF).
Fees apply (PDF) to zoning permit processing.