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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Morris
Required documents
- completed application, contractor license number and expiration date, project description, completed value, and site plan / construction plans where applicable.
- Building code
- state building code requirements as adopted by the City of Morris. The city page does not list the edition in the text reviewed.
- Contractor requirements
- contractor license number is required on the application.
§ 03
Fee schedule
Morris building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
for several maintenance permits the base fee shown is $100 plus state surcharge, with demolition at $150 plus surcharge
02
Plan check fee
residential plan review feedback 50% of permit fee; commercial plan review fee 65% of permit fee
03
Permit fee formula
residential permit fee valuation based using UBC Table 1A; commercial permit fee valuation based using UBC Table 1A
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
Typical sequence: permit application, plan review, fee payment, permit issuance, construction, inspections
work started without a permit is subject to investigation fee
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Morris permits
01 How much does a building permit cost in Morris, MN? ▸
Building permit fees in Morris, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is for several maintenance permits the base fee shown is $100 plus state surcharge, with demolition at $150 plus surcharge. Fees are calculated as: residential permit fee valuation based using UBC Table 1A; commercial permit fee valuation based using UBC Table 1A. Plan check fee: residential plan review feedback 50% of permit fee; commercial plan review fee 65% of permit fee.
last verified April 2026
source Building Inspector / Zoning Administrator ↗
entry id permits/minnesota/stevens/morris
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspector / Zoning Administrator before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.