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City of Burnsville

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

Code adoption
Minnesota State Building Code
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Inspections, Permits and Licenses

Street address
100 Civic Center Parkway, Burnsville, MN 55337
Phone
952-895-4444
Email
permits@burnsvillemn.gov
Coverage
Covers properties inside the City of Burnsville
Online portal
City Public Portal
City Public Portal
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Burnsville

City FAQ lists decks, porches, sheds over 200 square feet, windows, patio doors, siding, roof, garages, additions, kitchen/bath/basement remodels, electrical/heating/plumbing changes, appliance replacements, irrigation systems, pools, and retaining walls 4 feet or greater

- Cosmetic work only
- Cabinets, countertops, flooring, and appliances with no added plumbing or electrical changes
- Fences 7 feet tall or shorter
- Shed or accessory building under 200 square feet
  • Exempt - Cosmetic work only
  • Exempt - Cabinets, countertops, flooring, and appliances with no added plumbing or electrical changes
  • Exempt - Fences 7 feet tall or shorter
  • Exempt - Shed or accessory building under 200 square feet
Required documents
  • Completed permit application and plans or documents that correspond to the work
Building code
Minnesota State Building Code
Owner-builder
Homeowners may apply for some permits; electrical permit page states homeowners who occupy the home may apply online for electrical permits
Contractor requirements
State licensing applies where required
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Determine permit type and collect plans and supporting documents.
  2. 02
    Submit online, by email to permits@burnsvillemn.gov, or drop off at City Hall.
  3. 03
    City reviews plans and calculates fees.
  4. 04
    Pay by cash, check, or credit card at City Hall, online, or by phone.
  5. 05
    Receive permit and schedule inspections with Building Inspections.

Source: Building Inspections, Permits and Licenses ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Burnsville building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not cleanly summarized on the public page, but valuation tables and fixed permit fees are published
02
Plan check fee
Published in city fee schedule by permit type
03
Permit fee formula
Mixed fixed-fee and valuation-based schedule
04
Reinspection fee
Investigation fee for work without permit appears in city fee schedule

Cash, check, or credit card accepted; payment can be made at City Hall, online, or over the phone

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Call 952-895-4444 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Typical sequence: City notes multiple inspections may occur over the course of construction

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Burnsville permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Burnsville, MN? ▸
City FAQ lists decks, porches, sheds over 200 square feet, windows, patio doors, siding, roof, garages, additions, kitchen/bath/basement remodels, electrical/heating/plumbing changes, appliance replacements, irrigation systems, pools, and retaining walls 4 feet or greater
02 How much does a building permit cost in Burnsville, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Burnsville, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not cleanly summarized on the public page, but valuation tables and fixed permit fees are published. Fees are calculated as: Mixed fixed-fee and valuation-based schedule. Plan check fee: Published in city fee schedule by permit type.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Burnsville, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Burnsville, MN, follow these steps: 1. Determine permit type and collect plans and supporting documents. 2. Submit online, by email to permits@burnsvillemn.gov, or drop off at City Hall. 3. City reviews plans and calculates fees. 4. Pay by cash, check, or credit card at City Hall, online, or by phone. 5. Receive permit and schedule inspections with Building Inspections.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Burnsville, MN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Burnsville, MN. The following work is generally exempt: - Cosmetic work only; - Cabinets, countertops, flooring, and appliances with no added plumbing or electrical changes; - Fences 7 feet tall or shorter; - Shed or accessory building under 200 square feet. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Burnsville, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Burnsville, MN via: Call 952-895-4444.
last verified April 2026 source Building Inspections, Permits and Licenses ↗ entry id permits/minnesota/dakota-mn/burnsville
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections, Permits and Licenses before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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