Permit Required? Required (if attached)
Typical Fee Range $150–$500 Building fee plus plan review (65% of permit fee).
Fee Method Valuation-based
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What's Required in Minneapolis

  • Required if the deck is attached to a structure with frost footings
  • Permit required for any deck over 30 inches high or serving a main entrance
  • Footings must reach a minimum depth of 42 inches for frost protection in Minneapolis
  • Structural plans showing ledger attachment and joist spans are mandatory
  • Guardrails required for decks over 30 inches high (min 36 inches height)
  • Zoning review ensures the deck meets side and rear yard setbacks

How to Get a Deck Permit in Minneapolis

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Step 1: Structural Design

Prepare scale drawings showing footings, framing, and attachment details.

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Step 2: ProjectDox Submittal

Upload PDF plans and a site survey to the ProjectDox portal.

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Step 3: Plan Review

Wait approx. 15 business days for departmental reviews.

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Step 4: Fee Payment

Pay the valuation-based permit fee and 65% plan review surcharge.

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Step 5: Inspections

Schedule footing (pre-pour), framing, and final inspections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, if it is attached to the house, over 30 inches high, or serves an entrance.
Fees vary by valuation; a $5,000 deck costs approx. $133 plus plan review fees.
Minimum frost depth in Minneapolis is 42 inches.