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Looking for a building permit? Select the permit type you need from the list below. Not sure what permits your project require, give Nate a call at 651-209-9726 and he'll assist you in obtaining the proper permits.
Accessory Structure
An accessory structure is a building subordinate to the principal structure on the same lot. Accessory structures include, but are not limited to, garages, sheds or other storage type’s buildings or structures. A zoning review is required for all accessory structures. A building permit with plan review is required for all accessory structures over 120 square feet in floor area.
Applications and Instructions
Submit the completed applications to Forest Lake Inspections
Addition
Additions are generally constructed to increase livable area in a residence. Additions can include a single room or space or an entire floor with several rooms. A zoning plan review and building plan review is required for all additions.
Applications and Instructions
Basement Finish
Finishing a lower level is generally to increase livable area in a residence. Basement finishes can include a single room or space or an entire floor with several rooms. A building plan review is required for all basement finish projects.
Application and Instructions
- Basement Finish Information Sheets (PDF)
- Building Permit Application (PDF)
- HVAC Permit Application (PDF)
- Plumbing Permit Application (PDF)
Decks
Decks are used to increase livable area on the exterior of the home. A zoning plan review and building plan review is required for all decks.
Applications and Instructions
Doors and Windows
A permit to replace an existing door and/or window can be issued at the City Hall building & zoning counter anytime between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.
A new window or door where the structure must be modified may need to go through a plan review.
Applications and Instructions
HVAC
Installation of new HVAC equipment or system(s), replacement of HVAC equipment or equipment connected to gas piping requires a mechanical permit. Most residential mechanical permits can be issued at the building & zoning counter at City Hall anytime between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.Mechanical permits for commercial projects may need to go through the review process.
Applications and Instructions
New House
Building a new house can be a very difficult and stressful process. The Building Inspections Division are here to assist to make building a new home straightforward and uncomplicated.
Applications and Instructions
Plumbing
Installation of new or replacement plumbing fixtures requires a permit.
Most residential plumbing permits can be issued at the City Hall building & zoning counter anytime between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.
Application and Instructions
Roofing
Replacement of any residential, commercial or accessory structure roof requires a permit.
Permits can be issued at the City Hall Building & Zoning counter anytime between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.
Applications and Instructions
Submit the completed applications to Forest Lake Inspections
Siding
Replacement of any residential, commercial or accessory structure siding requires a permit.
Permits can be issued at the City Hall building & zoning counter anytime between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.
Applications and Instructions