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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Eagan
City says permits are required to ensure construction and repair work complies with code and must be paid before work begins or inspections are scheduled
- One-story detached accessory structures not over 200 square feet
- Other Minnesota code exemptions shown in city handouts
- Exempt - One-story detached accessory structures not over 200 square feet
- Exempt - Other Minnesota code exemptions shown in city handouts
Required documents
- Depends on project type; permit handouts and applications list plans
- surveys
- and supporting details
- Building code
- Minnesota State Building Code; city fee schedule references Minnesota Statute 326B.153
- Owner-builder
- The person or contractor doing the work should apply
- Contractor requirements
- Minnesota licensure rules apply
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Review permit handouts and FAQs.
- 02 Create or reactivate an online account; prior applicants are told to call before creating a new account.
- 03 Submit permit application and required documents through the city portal.
- 04 Respond to any review comments and pay fees before work begins.
- 05 Schedule inspections by phone or online.
Source: Building Inspections Division ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Eagan building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$65 valuation-based minimum shown in 2025 fee schedule
02
Plan check fee
65 percent of permit fee where plan review applies
03
Permit fee formula
Mixed fixed-fee and valuation-based
04
Reinspection fee
After-hours and investigation fee references appear in city fee materials
Permit must be paid prior to start of work and prior to inspections
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Call 651-675-5675 or schedule online (online)
- Inspection hours
- Inspections scheduled in 30-minute increments
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Eagan permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Eagan, MN? ▸
City says permits are required to ensure construction and repair work complies with code and must be paid before work begins or inspections are scheduled
02 How much does a building permit cost in Eagan, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Eagan, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $65 valuation-based minimum shown in 2025 fee schedule. Fees are calculated as: Mixed fixed-fee and valuation-based. Plan check fee: 65 percent of permit fee where plan review applies.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Eagan, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Eagan, MN, follow these steps: 1. Review permit handouts and FAQs. 2. Create or reactivate an online account; prior applicants are told to call before creating a new account. 3. Submit permit application and required documents through the city portal. 4. Respond to any review comments and pay fees before work begins. 5. Schedule inspections by phone or online.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Eagan, MN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Eagan, MN. The following work is generally exempt: - One-story detached accessory structures not over 200 square feet; - Other Minnesota code exemptions shown in city handouts. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Eagan, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Eagan, MN via: Call 651-675-5675 or schedule online.
last verified April 2026
source Building Inspections Division ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.