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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Virginia
Virginia publishes a permit requirements matrix and building permit application through its permitting and planning department.
Required documents
- Building permit application, site details, construction description, drawings sufficient for plan review, and any special approvals listed on the form.
- Building code
- Yes. DLI directory lists VIRGINIA as adopted and locally enforced.
- Contractor requirements
- Application requests contractor and designer registration or license details.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Five to ten working days minimum for plan review.
- 01 Complete the City of Virginia building permit application.
- 02 Prepare the site, owner, contractor, designer, and project details required by the application form.
- 03 Submit drawings and supporting information sufficient for plan review to the department.
- 04 Allow at least five to ten working days for plan review according to the permit requirements handout.
- 05 When notified the permit is ready, pay the permit and related fees.
- 06 Call or email the department to schedule inspections; all permitted work requires inspection.
Typical processing time: Five to ten working days minimum for plan review.
Source: Community Development, Permitting and Planning Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Virginia building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25 to $50 base fees appear in 2025 posted fee excerpts, but confirm current adopted rates with the city.
02
Plan check fee
Public excerpts show plan-check percentage charges; confirm current adopted fee sheet with the city.
03
Permit fee formula
Combination of valuation-based permit fees, base permit fees for common permit types, plan check percentage, state surcharge, and recording fees where applicable.
04
Reinspection fee
Not clearly extracted from reviewed sources.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Call (218) 748-7500 or email engineering@virginiamn.us to schedule inspections. (phone)
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Virginia permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Virginia, MN? ▸
Virginia publishes a permit requirements matrix and building permit application through its permitting and planning department.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Virginia, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Virginia, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25 to $50 base fees appear in 2025 posted fee excerpts, but confirm current adopted rates with the city.. Fees are calculated as: Combination of valuation-based permit fees, base permit fees for common permit types, plan check percentage, state surcharge, and recording fees where applicable.. Plan check fee: Public excerpts show plan-check percentage charges; confirm current adopted fee sheet with the city..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Virginia, MN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Virginia, MN, follow these steps: 1. Complete the City of Virginia building permit application. 2. Prepare the site, owner, contractor, designer, and project details required by the application form. 3. Submit drawings and supporting information sufficient for plan review to the department. 4. Allow at least five to ten working days for plan review according to the permit requirements handout. 5. When notified the permit is ready, pay the permit and related fees. 6. Call or email the department to schedule inspections; all permitted work requires inspection.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Virginia, MN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Virginia, MN typically run Five to ten working days minimum for plan review.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Virginia, MN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Virginia, MN via: Call (218) 748-7500 or email engineering@virginiamn.us to schedule inspections..
last verified April 2026
source Community Development, Permitting and Planning Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Community Development, Permitting and Planning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.