Minneapolis Building Permits

The CPED Inspections Division manages all residential permitting via the ProjectDox portal. This guide covers local Minneapolis requirements, fees, and the 2026 application process for homeowners.

🏛 City of Minneapolis Community Planning and Economic Development 📅 Updated April 2026

Minneapolis Permitting Note: Minneapolis requires a building permit for any fence over 7 feet tall, and any detached shed exceeding 200 square feet in floor area.

Project Types in Minneapolis

Fence Permit$85 MIN · REQUIRED > 7FT TALL Deck Permit$150+ · REQ IF ATTACHED Roof Replacement Permit$91 · REQUIRED FOR REROOF Kitchen Remodel Permit$300+ · REQ FOR MEP CHANGES Bathroom Remodel Permit$250+ · REQUIRED FOR PLUMBING HVAC Permit$133 · REQUIRED FOR REPLACEMENT Shed PermitEXEMPT < 200 SQ FT · ONE-STORY Electrical Panel Permit$61+ · REQUIRED FOR UPGRADES Pool Permit$200+ · REQUIRES 4FT BARRIER ADU Permit$1.2K+ · OWNER OCCUPANCY COVENANT