New Prague

For building, plumbing, HVAC, demolition, sign, fire, and other code-regulated work listed on the city building page

Building code

Minnesota State Building Code as enforced by the city

Owner-builder

Property owner waiver form is published; city guidance states that if the owner obtains the permit, the owner is responsible for the work and any required corrections

Contractor requirements

City links to Minnesota contractor guidance and expects licensed contractors to pull permits for the work they perform

1. 01
   Create an account in the Our Community Connect portal or pick up forms from city hall.
2. 02
   Upload or submit the permit application and all required plans and handouts for the project type.
3. 03
   City building staff review for completeness and code compliance.
4. 04
   Pay permit fees; the city page notes credit card payments are accepted for building permit fees up to $1,500 total.
5. 05
   Receive the permit, keep the card on site, and schedule inspections through the permit specialist.
6. 06
   Complete required inspections and final approval before closing the permit.

Typical processing time: New home construction permits typically take up to 10 days from submission to issuance

Source: Building Department ↗

Credit card payments accepted for building permit fees up to $1,500 total

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

• Through permit specialist Mady Thomas at 952-758-4401 or mthomas@ci.new-prague.mn.us (phone)

Typical sequence: Permit-specific footing, framing, trade, insulation, and final inspections as applicable

Contractor is expected to schedule inspections and complete corrections before final approval