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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Houston County
Required documents
- Application form, site plan and other project-specific materials. The county page points to permit applications, driveway permits, erosion control permits, septic applications, and online submission.
- Building code
- Houston County zoning office administers county zoning ordinance, floodplain, shoreland, septic, and feedlot rules. A separate building-code adoption statement was not surfaced in the public county pages captured here.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Submit the appropriate permit application and supporting materials.
- 02 County staff reviews the application and may schedule a public hearing for discretionary permits.
- 03 County staff contacts the applicant with questions or next steps.
- 04 Permit issuance follows approval and completion of any required hearing or conditions.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Office appointments can be arranged by calling 507-725-5800. County office hours on the site are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM for the courthouse and 8:00 AM-4:00 PM for the license center.
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Houston County permits
01 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Houston County, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Houston County, MN, follow these steps: 1. Submit the appropriate permit application and supporting materials. 2. County staff reviews the application and may schedule a public hearing for discretionary permits. 3. County staff contacts the applicant with questions or next steps. 4. Permit issuance follows approval and completion of any required hearing or conditions.
last verified April 2026
source Houston County Planning and Zoning Office ↗
entry id permits/minnesota/houston/unincorporated
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Houston County Planning and Zoning Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.