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How to apply for a building permit in Woodbury, Minnesota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Inspections, City of Woodbury

Street address
8301 Valley Creek Road, Woodbury, MN 55125
Coverage
City building permit authority for parcels inside Woodbury city limits
Online portal
Permit portal
Official city online permitting and licensing system
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Woodbury

Woodbury uses a combination permit for many residential and commercial building projects and requires separate permits only when there is no related combination building permit; stand-alone permit categories are also published

Required documents
  • Permit application, plans, valuation, contractor information, and permit-specific forms; many projects require plan review
Building code
Minnesota State Building Code as enforced by Woodbury
Permit validity
Verify on current Woodbury permit materials
Owner-builder
The city says combination permits may be issued to the homeowner acting as the general contractor and stand-alone permits may be issued to the homeowner if doing the work
Contractor requirements
Woodbury states contractors must have a valid state license for permitting
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Review Woodbury's general permit information and determine whether the project is residential, commercial, or a stand-alone permit.
  2. 02
    Gather the permit application, plans, valuation, and permit-specific forms.
  3. 03
    Submit through the city's current online permitting and licensing system or other city-approved route.
  4. 04
    Pay the combination permit and related fees when the permit is issued.
  5. 05
    Schedule inspections with Building Inspections and complete final approval.

Source: Building Inspections, City of Woodbury ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Woodbury building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
See current Woodbury fee schedules linked on the permit pages
02
Plan check fee
Included where plan review is required
03
Permit fee formula
Combination permits bundle building, plan check, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, sprinkler, and similar fees where applicable; stand-alone permits use flat or trade-specific schedules
04
Reinspection fee
Reinspection can occur where work does not pass; verify current fee schedules for charges

Permit fees are paid at the time the permit is issued

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Through Building Inspections at 651-714-3543; electrical inspections also reference Jason Kohout at 651-210-1987 for que (phone)
Inspection hours
Electrical inspection requests can be made for same-day service by calling before 9:00 a.m.; electrical inspections are typically scheduled between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Typical sequence: Combination permits typically include building and trade inspections, with rough-in and final inspections as applicable

Reinspection occurs when deficiencies remain; verify current scheduling rules with Building Inspections

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Woodbury permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Woodbury, MN?
Woodbury uses a combination permit for many residential and commercial building projects and requires separate permits only when there is no related combination building permit; stand-alone permit categories are also published
02 How much does a building permit cost in Woodbury, MN?
Building permit fees in Woodbury, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is See current Woodbury fee schedules linked on the permit pages. Fees are calculated as: Combination permits bundle building, plan check, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, sprinkler, and similar fees where applicable; stand-alone permits use flat or trade-specific schedules. Plan check fee: Included where plan review is required.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Woodbury, MN?
To apply for a building permit in Woodbury, MN, follow these steps: 1. Review Woodbury's general permit information and determine whether the project is residential, commercial, or a stand-alone permit. 2. Gather the permit application, plans, valuation, and permit-specific forms. 3. Submit through the city's current online permitting and licensing system or other city-approved route. 4. Pay the combination permit and related fees when the permit is issued. 5. Schedule inspections with Building Inspections and complete final approval.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Woodbury, MN?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Woodbury, MN via: Through Building Inspections at 651-714-3543; electrical inspections also reference Jason Kohout at 651-210-1987 for que.
last verified April 2026 source Building Inspections, City of Woodbury ↗ entry id permits/minnesota/washington-mn/woodbury

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections, City of Woodbury before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.