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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Centerville
City page covers accessory structures, building permits, and electrical coordination; contact the building official for project-specific requirements
Small accessory structures may fall under zoning-only review rather than a full building permit
Other state-code exemptions should be confirmed with the city
- Exempt Small accessory structures may fall under zoning-only review rather than a full building permit
- Exempt Other state-code exemptions should be confirmed with the city
Required documents
- Required documents: Completed application; certificate of survey for accessory structures; other submissions as requested by the building official
- Permit validity/expiration: State-code baseline unless city extends
- Owner-builder rules if available: Homeowners may do their own electrical work except for new homes
- Contractor license requirements: State licensing applies where required
- Building code adopted: Minnesota State Building Code
- Building code
- Minnesota State Building Code
- Permit validity
- State-code baseline unless city extends
- Owner-builder
- Homeowners may do their own electrical work except for new homes
- Contractor requirements
- State licensing applies where required
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Site plan reviews generally take two days
- 01 Complete the applicable permit application form.
- 02 Submit the completed form at City Hall during business hours or by mail or city email as directed.
- 03 Include any required survey, plans, and project documents.
- 04 City staff reviews the site plan and permit submission.
- 05 Pick up the permit and pay the amount due once notified.
Typical processing time: Site plan reviews generally take two days
Source: Building Inspections ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Centerville building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Accessory structure zoning permit noted at $65 for structures 10 feet by 12 feet or less
02
Plan check fee
Not separately posted
03
Permit fee formula
Permit-type specific; electrical examples include flat amounts for one-time, two-time, and new home inspections
04
Reinspection fee
Additional electrical inspections are billed by the electrical inspector
Amount due is given when permit is ready for pickup
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Application intake at City Hall between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; electrical calls 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Centerville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Centerville, MN? ▸
City page covers accessory structures, building permits, and electrical coordination; contact the building official for project-specific requirements
02 How much does a building permit cost in Centerville, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Centerville, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Accessory structure zoning permit noted at $65 for structures 10 feet by 12 feet or less. Fees are calculated as: Permit-type specific; electrical examples include flat amounts for one-time, two-time, and new home inspections. Plan check fee: Not separately posted.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Centerville, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Centerville, MN, follow these steps: 1. Complete the applicable permit application form. 2. Submit the completed form at City Hall during business hours or by mail or city email as directed. 3. Include any required survey, plans, and project documents. 4. City staff reviews the site plan and permit submission. 5. Pick up the permit and pay the amount due once notified.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Centerville, MN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Centerville, MN typically run Site plan reviews generally take two days. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Centerville, MN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Centerville, MN. The following work is generally exempt: Small accessory structures may fall under zoning-only review rather than a full building permit; Other state-code exemptions should be confirmed with the city. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.