Courtland, MN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Courtland within city limits

Department

Building Permits and Inspections Department

Address

City of Courtland, PO Box 42, Courtland, MN 56021

Website

https://cityofcourtland.com/building-permits-and-inspections

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Start the application in Civic Review for residential or commercial uses.
2. Submit building plans for new construction, additions, and decks along with a site sketch showing lot lines and structures.
3. Prokore Inspections and city staff review the application and issue the permit.
4. Pay the permit fee.
5. Schedule inspections and obtain a certificate of occupancy when applicable.

Source: Building Permits and Inspections Department

General Requirements

City regulates building permits, inspections, certificates of occupancy, fire prevention, and special events. New construction, additions, and decks require plans; smaller utility structures may use simplified forms.

Required Documents

• Building plans, application, and a sketch showing location relative to lot lines and other structures

Building code

City fee schedule references permit fee schedule appendix and state surcharge; the code page should be checked for project-specific code references

Owner-builder

The property owner is responsible for determining lot lines and corner locations

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Many permit categories have a minimum of 55.00, and Appendix A starts at 23.00 for 1.00 to 500.00 valuation

Plan check fee

Listed separately on the fee schedule for many permit types as plus plan review

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based appendix fee schedule, with separate flat fees for some items

Reinspection fee

After-the-fact permit adds 25 percent in addition to permit cost

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Accessory structure up to 200 sf, no inspection required, if within the fee schedule category
• Deck or fence with no inspection required, if eligible under the fee schedule category
• Small utility shed work may use the simplified forms if the project fits city criteria

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Through the city and Prokore Inspections (contact)

Typical inspection sequence: Review, issuance, inspections, and certificate of occupancy for applicable projects

Additional Resources

• Building code: City fee schedule references permit fee schedule appendix and state surcharge; the code page should be checked for project-specific code references
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Other useful links
• Other useful links
• License lookup guide: Minnesota Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Minnesota Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Minnesota hub: Minnesota Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Courtland Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Courtland, MN?

City regulates building permits, inspections, certificates of occupancy, fire prevention, and special events. New construction, additions, and decks require plans; smaller utility structures may use simplified forms.

How much does a building permit cost in Courtland, MN?

The minimum permit fee is Many permit categories have a minimum of 55.00, and Appendix A starts at 23.00 for 1.00 to 500.00 valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based appendix fee schedule, with separate flat fees for some items. Plan check fee: Listed separately on the fee schedule for many permit types as plus plan review.

How do I apply for a building permit in Courtland, MN?

1. Start the application in Civic Review for residential or commercial uses. 2. Submit building plans for new construction, additions, and decks along with a site sketch showing lot lines and structures. 3. Prokore Inspections and city staff review the application and issue the permit. 4. Pay the permit fee. 5. Schedule inspections and obtain a certificate of occupancy when applicable.

What work is exempt from building permits in Courtland, MN?

The following work is generally exempt: Accessory structure up to 200 sf, no inspection required, if within the fee schedule category; Deck or fence with no inspection required, if eligible under the fee schedule category; Small utility shed work may use the simplified forms if the project fits city criteria.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Courtland, MN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Through the city and Prokore Inspections.

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