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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Carver
City directs applicants to contact the Building Department to confirm permit triggers; permits are required for the city's listed building, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, sign, and related work.
Required documents
- Permit application
- plans for electronic review
- and project-specific handouts such as deck
- accessory building
- pool
- or energy code forms.
- Building code
- Minnesota State Building Code
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors use the online system for listed permit types; electrical work is through the State of Minnesota.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Determine whether the work is on the city's online permit list or requires emailed or in-person filing.
- 02 For listed contractor permits, apply through BS&A Online; for other permit types, email the application and plans to permits@cityofcarver.com or submit in person.
- 03 City staff complete electronic plan review.
- 04 Pay permit fees as directed by the city.
- 05 Permit is issued.
- 06 Schedule inspections by phone.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 952-448-8732 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Minimum 24 hours advance notice
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Carver permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Carver, MN? ▸
City directs applicants to contact the Building Department to confirm permit triggers; permits are required for the city's listed building, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, sign, and related work.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Carver, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Carver, MN, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether the work is on the city's online permit list or requires emailed or in-person filing. 2. For listed contractor permits, apply through BS&A Online; for other permit types, email the application and plans to permits@cityofcarver.com or submit in person. 3. City staff complete electronic plan review. 4. Pay permit fees as directed by the city. 5. Permit is issued. 6. Schedule inspections by phone.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Carver, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Carver, MN via: 952-448-8732.
last verified April 2026
source Building Department, City of Carver ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department, City of Carver before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.