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City of Utica

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Codes Building Department / Building Inspector

Coverage
City of Utica
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Utica

Construction, enlargement, structural alteration, demolition, moving, removal, and repairs or alterations costing $1,000 or more; solid-fuel heating appliances, chimneys, or flues also require a permit

Required documents
  • Application, plans, site plan, insurance documentation, and owner authorization when applicable
Owner-builder
The application must be signed by the owner or authorized agent; owner authorization is required for non-owner applicants
§ 03

Fee schedule

Utica building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Valuation based

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

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Contact the Codes Building Department at 792-0157 (phone)

Typical sequence: Application review, permit issuance, inspections, and certificate of occupancy or completion as applicable

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Utica permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Utica, MN?
Construction, enlargement, structural alteration, demolition, moving, removal, and repairs or alterations costing $1,000 or more; solid-fuel heating appliances, chimneys, or flues also require a permit
02 How much does a building permit cost in Utica, MN?
Building permit fees in Utica, MN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation based.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Utica, MN?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Utica, MN via: Contact the Codes Building Department at 792-0157.
last verified April 2026 entry id permits/minnesota/winona/utica

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Codes Building Department / Building Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.