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Minnesota permit requirements

Each county and city in Minnesota runs its own permit office with its own thresholds, fees, and portals. Use the links below to find the office and requirements for your project.

Building code in Minnesota

Minnesota Residential Code (part of the Minnesota State Building Code). Based on the International Residential Code (IRC), with Minnesota amendments.

Administered by Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Official source

The state code applies statewide and is enforced locally.

Most local permit thresholds derive from this code. See our sources and standards.

Counties and cities

Compare a permit across Minnesota