City of White Bear Lake

The city publishes submission guidelines for building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, sewer and water, fire, and zoning projects such as sheds, fences, driveways, and signs.

Note: The reviewed pages focus on application options and permit categories rather than a concise exemption list. Applicants should use the building and zoning handouts for project-specific thresholds before assuming work is exempt.

Building code

Minnesota State Building Code as enforced by the city building department

Contractor requirements

White Bear Lake publishes trade license and contractor resources; electrical inspections are handled by Tokle Inspections

Source: Building Department ↗

1. 01
   Choose a submittal method: ePermits for eligible White Bear Lake permits, email, or drop-off at City Hall.
2. 02
   Complete the permit application and gather plans; for email submissions the city notes plans under 11x17 where required.
3. 03
   Submit the application and supporting materials.
4. 04
   Wait for review using the city's building and zoning submission guidelines.
5. 05
   Pay fees using the city's adopted fee schedule.
6. 06
   Schedule required inspections after issuance; electrical scheduling routes through Tokle Inspections.

Source: Building Department ↗

City Hall and city web payment options are available; card payments generally carry a convenience fee through the city's payment processor

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

• Tokle Inspections (electrical) (online)
• Tokle Inspections: 763-754-2983 (phone)
• Building department (phone)

Inspection hours

Building office Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Tokle electrical scheduling 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: permit issuance, trade/building inspections during work, final inspection

Source: Building Department ↗