Montevideo, MN — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Montevideo Building Inspection Department

Street address

103 Canton Avenue, PO Box 517, Montevideo, MN 56265

Phone

320-269-6575

Coverage

City limits and the two-mile radius of the city

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Montevideo

Permits are required for nearly all construction projects in the city and the two-mile radius, including shingling, siding, windows, doors, non-structural interior remodeling, mechanical projects, signs, sheds under 200 sq ft, moving structures on city streets, replacing public sidewalks, demolitions, and other construction within city jurisdiction.

Note: The public pages reviewed do not provide a single consolidated exempt-work list.

Required documents

Application
Zoning information
Site plan where applicable
Valuation
Contractor and license information
Survey/location documentation

Building code: Minnesota State Building Code
Permit validity: 180-day commencement and 180-day suspension rule on the public application.
Contractor requirements: License number and lead certificate number are requested on the form where applicable.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Complete the application form.
02

Include applicant, owner, contractor, architect/engineer, property address, property ID, legal description, proposed use, site plan review, zoning approval, valuation, and permit fee calculations.
03

Provide foundation location survey, post the permit card, and include the site address.
04

Submit the application to City Hall / Building Inspection Department.
05

Pay fees before starting work.

Source: City of Montevideo Building Inspection Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective 2025

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25 for a manufactured shed up to 200 sq ft, $65 for a maintenance permit, and $90 for demolition, plus state surcharge where noted

Plan check fee

Residential 50 percent of building permit fee; commercial 65 percent of building permit fee

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based fee table for many building permits; some fixed-rate maintenance permits also exist.

Reinspection fee

Special investigation fee is double the permit fee or $45, whichever is greater; rental reinspection fee also appears on the fee schedule

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

320-269-6575 (phone)

Inspection hours: City Hall hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Typical sequence: Submit application, pay fees, obtain zoning and building approvals, post permit card, schedule required inspections in sequence, then obtain certificate of occupancy if applicable.

Source: City of Montevideo Building Inspection Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Montevideo permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Montevideo, MN? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Montevideo, MN? ▸

Building permit fees in Montevideo, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25 for a manufactured shed up to 200 sq ft, $65 for a maintenance permit, and $90 for demolition, plus state surcharge where noted. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based fee table for many building permits; some fixed-rate maintenance permits also exist.. Plan check fee: Residential 50 percent of building permit fee; commercial 65 percent of building permit fee.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Montevideo, MN? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Montevideo, MN, follow these steps: 1. Complete the application form. 2. Include applicant, owner, contractor, architect/engineer, property address, property ID, legal description, proposed use, site plan review, zoning approval, valuation, and permit fee calculations. 3. Provide foundation location survey, post the permit card, and include the site address. 4. Submit the application to City Hall / Building Inspection Department. 5. Pay fees before starting work.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Montevideo, MN? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Montevideo, MN via: 320-269-6575.

last verified April 2026 source City of Montevideo Building Inspection Department ↗ entry id permits/minnesota/chippewa/montevideo

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Montevideo Building Inspection Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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