County Permits & Rules

Building permits in Minnesota and Wisconsin are handled at the county or city level. Rules on frost-depth footings, setbacks, and inspections vary by county.

Most structural work, decks over a set height, additions, electrical panel changes, and new construction need a permit and inspection.

Frost-depth footings are a common local requirement so structures do not heave over winter. Your contractor usually pulls the permit and schedules inspections.

Permit pages by county

• Anoka County
• Carver County
• Chisago County
• Dakota County
• Hennepin County
• Isanti County
• Pierce County
• Ramsey County
• Scott County
• St. Croix County
• Washington County