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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Clear Lake
Governed by city adoption of the Minnesota State Building Code and local contractor ordinance; public ordinance index confirms the regulatory framework but not a public checklist page
- Building code
- Minnesota State Building Code by Ordinance No. 906
- Contractor requirements
- City ordinance index includes Ordinance No. 905 Building Contractors
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Prepare application materials under the city building-code and contractor ordinances.
- 02 Submit through City Hall.
- 03 City review and issuance proceed under local administration of the Minnesota State Building Code.
- 04 Schedule inspections through the city's building-permit contact chain.
Source: City of Clear Lake ↗
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact permit authority (phone)
- Inspection hours
- City Hall Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Not publicly itemized on the pages reviewed
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Clear Lake permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Clear Lake, MN? ▸
Governed by city adoption of the Minnesota State Building Code and local contractor ordinance; public ordinance index confirms the regulatory framework but not a public checklist page
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Clear Lake, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Clear Lake, MN, follow these steps: 1. Prepare application materials under the city building-code and contractor ordinances. 2. Submit through City Hall. 3. City review and issuance proceed under local administration of the Minnesota State Building Code. 4. Schedule inspections through the city's building-permit contact chain.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Clear Lake, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Clear Lake, MN via: Contact permit authority.
last verified April 2026
source City of Clear Lake ↗
entry id permits/minnesota/sherburne/clear-lake
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Clear Lake before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.