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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Elysian
City publishes permit forms for common building work and related projects
Required documents
- Form-specific permit applications and any plan review material required by the inspector
- Building code
- Minnesota State Building Code
§ 03
Fee schedule
Elysian building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
65 dollars plus 1 dollar state surcharge for several common permit types
02
Plan check fee
65 percent of the building permit fee from the current city fee table
03
Permit fee formula
Many common items are fixed fee; other work is based on valuation
04
Reinspection fee
Re-inspection fee is 50 dollars; investigation fee is double the permit fee or hourly rate
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
Typical sequence: File permit, pay fee, obtain review, inspect as required
Re-inspection fee is 50 dollars
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Elysian permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Elysian, MN? ▸
City publishes permit forms for common building work and related projects
02 How much does a building permit cost in Elysian, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Elysian, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is 65 dollars plus 1 dollar state surcharge for several common permit types. Fees are calculated as: Many common items are fixed fee; other work is based on valuation. Plan check fee: 65 percent of the building permit fee from the current city fee table.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building inspection handled through city permit administration and the city inspector workflow before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.