Building Permits

Building Permit Information

Building Permits are required for almost all construction. This includes new homes, garages, additions, decks, sheds over 120 square feet, windows, fences over 6 feet in height, roofing, siding, etc. A zoning permit is required for sheds  120 square feet or less and fences six feet tall or less. In addition, a building permit must be acquired for any building being moved onto a lot or any building being demolished. It is always a good idea to contact City Hall if you are unsure as to whether or not you need a building permit.

If you are hiring a contractor to do the work, they must apply for the building permit on your behalf. All contractors will be required to provide proof of their annual Minnesota Contractor’s License.

Building permit applications can be obtained at City Hall during normal business hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Please allow for 4–5 business days for processing. In addition, remember to call Gopher State at (800) 252-1166 if you are going to be doing any digging. To contact the City Building Inspector, please call Dan at 1-877-333-5620 or e-mail him at: dan@myclearwave.net. To contact the State Electrical Inspector please call Bill Huettl at 507-345-7958.

If you have any questions, contact City Hall at 257-3218.


Attached Document or File MN Department of Labor  State Electrical Guidelines
Attached Document or File MN Energy Codes  MN ResCheck
Attached Document or FileDecks 
Attached Document or FileDetached Garage  
Attached Document or FileEgress Window 
Attached Document or FileFinished Basement  
Attached Document or FilePorch  
Attached Document or FileReroof  
Attached Document or FileRe-siding  
Attached Document or FileSample Site Plan  
Attached Document or FileShed  
Attached Document or FileSmoke Detectors  
Attached Document or FileWindow Replacement
Attached Document or FileRemodeling/New Home  
Attached Document or FileCity of Eagle Lake Fence Regulations