Big Lake Township

Building permits for structural work follow county and Minnesota code rules; township separately regulates some local permit types

Building code

Minnesota State Building Code

Permit validity

If county-routed, work must start within 180 days and permits are valid for 6 months unless extended

Contractor requirements

Minnesota licensing rules apply

1. 01
   Determine whether the project is a county building permit or a township-only permit such as a local zoning or right-of-way matter.
2. 02
   For building permits, prepare the county application and supporting materials.
3. 03
   Submit through the county portal, by email, or in person.
4. 04
   Obtain any township approvals that may separately apply.
5. 05
   Pay county fees and proceed to inspections.

Typical processing time: County standard is generally within 15 business days after a complete application

Source: Sherburne County Planning and Zoning for building permits; Big Lake Township retains its own local township permit functions for some non-building permits ↗

County FAQ allows cash, check, or credit card with 2.4% convenience fee if county-routed

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

• Contact permit authority (phone)

Inspection hours

County building-inspection hours not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed

Typical sequence: Project-specific