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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Duluth
Duluth states that a building permit is required for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, demolition, or change in use of a building or structure, plus regulated mechanical, gas, electrical, and plumbing work.
Required documents
- Online application, plans, checklists, and project-specific submittal forms.
- Building code
- Yes. DLI directory lists DULUTH as adopted and locally enforced.
- Permit validity
- Not captured in the reviewed pages.
- Owner-builder
- Not captured in the reviewed pages.
- Contractor requirements
- Duluth notes Minnesota DLI licenses residential building contractors, remodelers, roofers, and manufactured home installers.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Create an ePlace account.
- 02 Use the online permit application and the residential or commercial checklist to assemble the submittal.
- 03 Upload plans, forms, and supporting documents through ePlace.
- 04 Respond to review comments and pay fees when the permit is ready.
- 05 Call the assigned inspector at least one business day in advance for inspections.
- 06 Obtain final approval after all required inspections are passed.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Duluth building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$66 solar-only permits are listed in the 2026 fee page; valuation-based fees apply to many permits.
02
Plan check fee
Plan review fee is generally 65% of the permit fee when plan review is required.
03
Permit fee formula
Combination of valuation-based permit fees, flat fees for common residential permits, state surcharge, and plan review charges.
04
Reinspection fee
Work without permits results in double permit fee under city code and Minnesota Rules 1300.0160.
Fees are paid through ePlace once the city notifies the applicant that the permit is ready.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Call the assigned inspector shown on the issued permit at least 24 hours or one business day ahead. (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Inspectors can typically be reached 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday-Friday; office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Not specifically captured in the reviewed pages.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Duluth permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Duluth, MN? ▸
Duluth states that a building permit is required for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, demolition, or change in use of a building or structure, plus regulated mechanical, gas, electrical, and plumbing work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Duluth, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Duluth, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $66 solar-only permits are listed in the 2026 fee page; valuation-based fees apply to many permits.. Fees are calculated as: Combination of valuation-based permit fees, flat fees for common residential permits, state surcharge, and plan review charges.. Plan check fee: Plan review fee is generally 65% of the permit fee when plan review is required..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Duluth, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Duluth, MN, follow these steps: 1. Create an ePlace account. 2. Use the online permit application and the residential or commercial checklist to assemble the submittal. 3. Upload plans, forms, and supporting documents through ePlace. 4. Respond to review comments and pay fees when the permit is ready. 5. Call the assigned inspector at least one business day in advance for inspections. 6. Obtain final approval after all required inspections are passed.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Duluth, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Duluth, MN via: Call the assigned inspector shown on the issued permit at least 24 hours or one business day ahead..
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Construction Services and Inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.