City of Collins

Collins publishes a city building permit form for decks, fences, additions, dwellings, garages, and sheds.

Note: No public exemption list was identified on the Collins permit page. Because the city publishes permit categories for common residential improvements, applicants should verify any assumed exemption with City Hall.

Building code

Not publicly summarized on the reviewed permit page; city ordinances are published on the municipal website.

Permit validity

Permit expires 2 years after approval; work must begin within 180 days or an extension must be requested in writing and approved by the city council.

Owner-builder

Applicant may be owner or contractor; contractor contact information is requested on the form.

Contractor requirements

No separate local contractor licensing rule was posted on the reviewed Collins permit page.

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1. 01
   Download the Collins building permit form from the city permit page.
2. 02
   Prepare a complete drawing showing address, lot dimensions, structure dimensions, existing structures, and labeled setbacks.
3. 03
   Print both pages, sign and date the second page, and submit the packet to City Hall.
4. 04
   Submit one full week prior to the next meeting to be added to the agenda; applicant attendance at the council meeting is requested.
5. 05
   After city review and approval, pay the fee and proceed under the permit.

Typical processing time: Applications must be submitted one full week before the next meeting; no separate review-day estimate was posted.

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Permit fee is paid through City Hall after approval

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective August 2025) before budgeting.

Typical sequence: Collins materials reviewed focus on city approval and permit issuance rather than a published inspection sequence

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