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City of Frazee

How to apply for a building permit in City of Frazee, Minnesota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Frazee City Hall / Building Official / Zoning Administrator

Street address
222 Main Ave W, Frazee, MN 56544; mailing PO Box 387, Frazee, MN 56544
Coverage
City of Frazee
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Frazee

A permit is required for constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, demolishing, or changing occupancy of a structure, or for regulated mechanical, electrical, plumbing, gas, or other work.

Note: The reviewed material does not provide a complete public exempt-work list in one place.

Required documents
  • Two complete sets of plans
  • Job site address
  • Owner information
  • Contractor information
  • Parcel number
  • Legal description
  • Description of proposed work
Building code
Minnesota State law and the Minnesota State Building Code.
Permit validity
Permit becomes null and void if work is not commenced within six months or is suspended or abandoned for six months.
Owner-builder
The application is filed by the owner or authorized agent.
Contractor requirements
Contractor name and license number are requested on the application; the city follows Minnesota State law and code review.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Complete the building permit application.
  2. 02
    Obtain zoning approval on the application.
  3. 03
    Submit two complete sets of plans.
  4. 04
    Pay applicable fees.
  5. 05
    Building official validates the permit and inspections occur during construction.
  6. 06
    Post the permit card at the job site.

Source: City of Frazee City Hall / Building Official / Zoning Administrator ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Frazee building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Building permit fee is tied to the 1997 State of Minnesota fee schedule in the reviewed fee schedule.
02
Reinspection fee
$45

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
Inspection hours
Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Typical sequence: Zoning approval, permit validation, construction, inspections, then final approval and Certificate of Occupancy if applicable.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Frazee permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Frazee, MN?
A permit is required for constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, demolishing, or changing occupancy of a structure, or for regulated mechanical, electrical, plumbing, gas, or other work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Frazee, MN?
Building permit fees in Frazee, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Building permit fee is tied to the 1997 State of Minnesota fee schedule in the reviewed fee schedule..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Frazee, MN?
To apply for a building permit in Frazee, MN, follow these steps: 1. Complete the building permit application. 2. Obtain zoning approval on the application. 3. Submit two complete sets of plans. 4. Pay applicable fees. 5. Building official validates the permit and inspections occur during construction. 6. Post the permit card at the job site.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Frazee, MN?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Frazee, MN via: City of Frazee.
last verified April 2026 source City of Frazee City Hall / Building Official / Zoning Administrator ↗ entry id permits/minnesota/becker/frazee

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Frazee City Hall / Building Official / Zoning Administrator before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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