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Building Applications & Handouts
Permit application and information
- Building Permit Application
- Work Permit Exemptions - Please also see Land Use Applications to see if a Zoning Certificate is required.
- Materials Required for Residential Plan Submittal
- Materials Required for Non-Residential Plan Submittal
- Property Owner Waiver
- Certificate of Survey
Code references
- Accessory Structures
- Keeping Chickens
- Egress/Emergency Escape Windows
- Fencing and Walls
- How to find your Property Line
- Mechanical Code Requirements for New Homes
- Moving Buildings
- Replacement Window Projects
- Sidewalk Signs
- Swimming Pools
Common project information
Not sure where to start?
If you’re unsure where to start your building project, please take a look at our project packets below. These packets contain basic information that will help you figure out what you need in order to get started on your project.
- Building an addition packet (PDF)
- Decks packet (PDF)
- Garages & Sheds packet (PDF)
- New Home packet (PDF)
- Porches packet (PDF)
Home hazard and safety information
- Asbestos
- Ice Dams
- Lead
- Mold
- Alarms - Smoke & Carbon Monoxide
- Carbon Monoxide Alarms - Minnesota Statute
- Gas Meter Installation Requirements
Additional resources
Citizen’s Guide to Home Building & Remodeling from the MN Attorney General
Manufactured Home Parks Handbook from the MN Attorney General
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Building Inspections
Physical Address
801 Washington Street
Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: 507-645-3004Fax: 507-645-3055
Hours
Monday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
If you need service outside of these hours, feel free to contact Building Official Mike Morehouse, 507-645-3021
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Mike Morehouse
Building OfficialPhone: 507-645-3021