City Building Permits
Chisholm, MN - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Chisholm, Minnesota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
DLI lists CHISHOLM as having adopted the Minnesota State Building Code with local enforcement.
- Department
- Building Safety Department / Building and Zoning
- Address
- Chisholm City Hall, 316 West Lake Street, Chisholm, MN 55719
- Phone
- (218) 254-7906
Application Process
- Download the permit application and handouts from the city building and zoning permit page.
- Prepare the permit application, grid sheet, and any project-specific plans or handouts.
- Bring or send the application to Chisholm City Hall, Attn: Building Safety Dept.
- Respond to any follow-up comments from the Building Official.
- Receive permit issuance before starting work and schedule inspections.
General Requirements
Permit applications and state code handouts are posted on the city Building and Zoning permit page. A permit is required for regulated construction, alteration, and repair work.
Required Documents
- Permit application
- Grid sheet
- Project-specific plans or handouts as applicable
- Building code
- Yes. DLI directory lists CHISHOLM as adopted and locally enforced.
- Contractor requirements
- Minnesota state specialty licensing applies. Confirm any local requirements with the Building Safety Department.
Fees
- Payment note
- Confirm fee and payment method with Chisholm City Hall.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Building Safety Department / Building and Zoning to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Contact the Building Official — (218) 254-7906 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Thursday 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM; Friday 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Typical inspection sequence: Inspection scheduling details were not posted on the reviewed landing page; contact the Building Official.
Additional Resources
- Building code: Yes. DLI directory lists CHISHOLM as adopted and locally enforced.
- Verify contractor license: Minnesota DLI Contractor License Lookup
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- City Staff Page
- License lookup guide: Minnesota Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Minnesota Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Minnesota hub: Minnesota Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Safety Department / Building and Zoning before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chisholm Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Chisholm, MN?
- Permit applications and state code handouts are posted on the city Building and Zoning permit page. A permit is required for regulated construction, alteration, and repair work.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Chisholm, MN?
- 1. Download the permit application and handouts from the city building and zoning permit page. 2. Prepare the permit application, grid sheet, and any project-specific plans or handouts. 3. Bring or send the application to Chisholm City Hall, Attn: Building Safety Dept. 4. Respond to any follow-up comments from the Building Official. 5. Receive permit issuance before starting work and schedule inspections.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Chisholm, MN?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact the Building Official — (218) 254-7906.
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