Property owners

1 to 4-unit dwellings

Individuals who own and live in a unit can apply for a permit to do their own construction work.

• You must show a valid photo ID.

You cannot apply for a permit to do your own construction work if you are a:

• Corporation
• LLC
• Partnership

Attached or detached single-family homes

Individuals who own and live in the home can do their own plumbing or mechanical work.

• You are not allowed to work on gas-fired heating equipment.

You cannot apply for a permit to do your own construction work if you are a:

• Corporation
• LLC
• Partnership

See mechanical and heating permits

See plumbing permits

Licenses

If you build or improve more than one property within any 24-month period you must have a valid:

• State of Minnesota Residential Building Contractor License, or
• Residential Remodeler License

State residential and remodeling contractor licensing

Contractors

Contractors who want to apply for a building permit must show proof of:

• A residential specialty contractor license, or
• One of the following State of Minnesota licenses
  • Residential Building Contractor License
  • Residential Remodeler License
  • Residential Roofer

City residential specialty contractor license

State residential and remodeling contractor licensing