Savage, MN — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Inspections

Street address

6000 McColl Drive, Savage, MN 55378

Phone

952-882-2650

permits@cityofsavage.com

Coverage

City permit authority for parcels inside Savage city limits.

Online portal

LOGIS ePermits Portal

LOGIS ePermits

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Savage

The city page lists permit paths for new homes, garages, additions, remodels, basements, decks, roofing, siding, windows, doors, mechanical, plumbing, retaining walls, solar, pools, and a wide range of commercial work.

Scope of work

Permit?

Fence permit is not listed under building permits; review the city fence regulations handout for zoning limits

Exempt

Exempt Fence permit is not listed under building permits; review the city fence regulations handout for zoning limits

Note: Other city-specific exemptions are not consolidated on one reviewed page.

Required documents

Permit-specific checklist
Plans
Site plan
Energy documents
Special inspection materials where applicable
ePlans uploads per city standards

Building code: Minnesota State Building Code as enforced by the city
Owner-builder: Builder deposit and project forms apply on some permit types; confirm owner-contractor filing requirements with city staff.
Contractor requirements: Minnesota state licensing and registration requirements apply.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Select the permit type from the city Building Permits page and review the linked checklist or handout.
02

Prepare required forms, plans, and any ePlans uploads using the city upload requirements.
03

Submit the permit online through LOGIS ePermits.
04

Respond to plan review comments and complete any additional handouts or deposits.
05

Pay permit fees once invoiced and download the issued permit.
06

Schedule inspections online or by phone and complete final approval.

Source: Building Inspections ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Savage building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

See current Building Permit Fees document

Plan check fee

Included where required by permit type and plan review path

Permit fee formula

Mix of valuation-based and flat permit fees by project type

Reinspection fee

See current fee document and city permit conditions

City processes permits paperlessly through online application and online inspection scheduling

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

LOGIS ePermits (online)
952-882-2650 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical sequence: Permit-specific footing, framing, trade, insulation, special inspections where applicable, then final.

Source: Building Inspections ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Savage permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Savage, MN? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Savage, MN? ▸

Building permit fees in Savage, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is See current Building Permit Fees document. Fees are calculated as: Mix of valuation-based and flat permit fees by project type. Plan check fee: Included where required by permit type and plan review path.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Savage, MN? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Savage, MN, follow these steps: 1. Select the permit type from the city Building Permits page and review the linked checklist or handout. 2. Prepare required forms, plans, and any ePlans uploads using the city upload requirements. 3. Submit the permit online through LOGIS ePermits. 4. Respond to plan review comments and complete any additional handouts or deposits. 5. Pay permit fees once invoiced and download the issued permit. 6. Schedule inspections online or by phone and complete final approval.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Savage, MN? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Savage, MN. The following work is generally exempt: Fence permit is not listed under building permits; review the city fence regulations handout for zoning limits. Note: Other city-specific exemptions are not consolidated on one reviewed page. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Savage, MN? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Savage, MN via: LOGIS ePermits, 952-882-2650.

last verified April 2026 source Building Inspections ↗ entry id permits/minnesota/scott/savage

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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