City of Rice Lake

The Building Department enforces the Minnesota State Building Code through permitting and inspection of new and remodeled structures.

Note: No city-specific exempt-work list was located in the reviewed sources. Confirm with Building and Zoning before relying on any exemption.

Building code

Yes. DLI directory lists RICE LAKE as adopted and locally enforced.

Contractor requirements

Minnesota state specialty licensing applies. Confirm any local requirements with Building and Zoning.

1. 01
   For first-time users, register and then log in from the city Building Permits page.
2. 02
   Use the Apply Here function for the applicable permit type.
3. 03
   Upload plans and use the posted house, garage, or deck packet as applicable.
4. 04
   City review occurs through Building and Zoning.
5. 05
   Once approved, use the payment portal or Pay as Guest option if instructed to pay fees.
6. 06
   Coordinate inspections and closeout with city staff.

Source: Building and Zoning ↗

Login/register to apply; use Pay as Guest after notification for permit fee payment where applicable.

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

• Contact Building and Zoning staff — (218) 249-0947 (phone)

Inspection hours

City Hall main line (218) 721-3778; confirm hours with city staff

Typical sequence: Inspection process not fully described on the landing page; coordinate with Building and Zoning staff.

Source: Building and Zoning ↗