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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Stacy
Building permits are required for new construction, remodeling, alteration, and repair work
Roofing and reside-only work may require only an application and fee, according to the city page
City issues separate permits for signs, fences, and driveways
- Exempt Roofing and reside-only work may require only an application and fee, according to the city page
- Exempt City issues separate permits for signs, fences, and driveways
Required documents
- Some projects require two sets of plans
- Survey showing setbacks
- Building code
- Minnesota State Building Code
- Contractor requirements
- County says contractors must hold a state license for building work; electrical permits are handled by the state
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Building and mechanical permits go to Chisago County.
- 02 Some simple permits may be mailed in for county processing.
- 03 City issues signs, fences, driveways, and water utility connection permits.
- 04 Schedule inspections through the county environmental services department.
- 05 City ROW permits are emailed to the city engineer and copied to city staff.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Stacy building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
County fee schedule applies for county permits
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Call Chisago County Environmental Services (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24 hours notice is usually adequate
- Inspection hours
- 24 hours notice is usually adequate
Typical sequence: County building inspection sequence applies
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Stacy permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Stacy, MN? ▸
Building permits are required for new construction, remodeling, alteration, and repair work
02 How much does a building permit cost in Stacy, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Stacy, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: County fee schedule applies for county permits.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Stacy, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Stacy, MN, follow these steps: 1. Building and mechanical permits go to Chisago County. 2. Some simple permits may be mailed in for county processing. 3. City issues signs, fences, driveways, and water utility connection permits. 4. Schedule inspections through the county environmental services department. 5. City ROW permits are emailed to the city engineer and copied to city staff.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Stacy, MN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Stacy, MN. The following work is generally exempt: Roofing and reside-only work may require only an application and fee, according to the city page; City issues separate permits for signs, fences, and driveways. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Stacy, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Stacy, MN via: Call Chisago County Environmental Services. 24 hours notice is usually adequate.
last verified April 2026
source City of Stacy, Building and Mechanical permits routed through Chisago County; city issues ROW, signs, fences, and driveways ↗
entry id permits/minnesota/chisago/stacy
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Stacy, Building and Mechanical permits routed through Chisago County; city issues ROW, signs, fences, and driveways before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.