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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Stillwater
Stillwater says permits are required for many projects including new construction, additions, structural changes, decks, finished basements, pools, demolition, roofing, siding, and window replacement
- Permit application, plans, valuation, and permit-specific checklists; plan review is required for many projects
- Building code
- Minnesota State Building Code as enforced by the city
- Permit validity
- Verify on current Stillwater forms and issued permit conditions
- Owner-builder
- Homeowner applications are available subject to Minnesota rules
- Contractor requirements
- Minnesota contractor and trade licensing rules apply
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Verify the property is actually inside the City of Stillwater using the Washington County taxing district check the city references.
- 02 Download the correct permit form and checklist from the building inspections pages.
- 03 Submit the application and plans by email, fax, over the counter, or other city-approved route depending on permit type.
- 04 Pay fees at issuance after review.
- 05 Schedule inspections with the Building Permit Technician or inspection staff and complete final approval.
Fee schedule
Stillwater building permit fees
Permit fees are paid at the time the permit is issued
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Through the Building Permit Technician at 651-430-8825 or 651-430-8823 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Building official and inspectors are generally available M-F 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.; inspections are otherwise in the field
Typical sequence: Project-dependent building and trade inspections followed by final
Corrections require follow-up inspection before closeout
Frequently asked
Common questions about Stillwater permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Stillwater, MN? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Stillwater, MN? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Stillwater, MN? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Stillwater, MN? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections Division, City of Stillwater before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.