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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Empire
Building permit handouts and forms are posted on the city permit page; use Minnesota code baseline and city zoning review for footprint or site changes
Required documents
- When a permit is required: Building permit handouts and forms are posted on the city permit page; use Minnesota code baseline and city zoning review for footprint or site changes
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Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Pull the correct building, zoning, or right-of-way form from the city permits page.
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Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Inspectron (other)
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Empire permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Empire, MN? ▸
Building permit handouts and forms are posted on the city permit page; use Minnesota code baseline and city zoning review for footprint or site changes
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Empire, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Empire, MN, follow these steps: 1. Pull the correct building, zoning, or right-of-way form from the city permits page.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Empire, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Empire, MN via: Inspectron.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Empire, contracted building inspection through Inspectron before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.