Construction Code Services
Construction Code Services is comprised of three sections: Plan Review, Construction Inspections, and Programs.
Plan Review
Plan Review staff examines and approve construction plans before a permit is issued. Plan review looks at the required building codes and coordinates with other city requirements. Many projects need just a simple plan but other projects may need full architectural plans. Some projects, such as replacing a roof, do not need any plan review. Permits and Plans
Construction Inspections
Construction Inspections includes building, plumbing, mechanical and elevator inspections. Construction projects have required inspections that need to be completed at different stages of the project. The permit will have the inspectors name and phone number to call to set up an inspection. Construction Inspections
Electrical work requires a State of MN permit and inspection. See the MN Electrical Licensing and Inspection Web site or call (651) 284-5064.
Programs
Certificate of Occupancy
A Certificate of Occupancy is required before any new building can be occupied, or before an existing building can be used for a new purpose (for example, retail space converted to a school).
Buying & Selling Property
A Truth in Sale of Housing report is needed to sell a single family, duplex, townhouse or first-time condo conversion. A code compliance inspection is needed to sell condemned properties.
- Truth in Sale of Housing (TISH)
Find a licensed evaluator, see what steps to follow, get a list of common repair items. A Truth in Housing Report is valid for two years, or one sale.
- Code Compliance for Condemned Buildings
There are special requirements and forms needed for selling or buying a boarded or condemned property
A code compliance inspection report is needed to sell boarded or condemned properties. A Truth in Sale of Housing report can not be done if the property is condemned. Additional fees are required to be paid before permits can be obtained to repair condemned properties. Code compliance forms
Certificate of Competency Cards (Comp Cards)
A certificate issued by the City that attests that the cardholder has the necessary qualifications and technical knowledge to install, alter, repair, and service equipment and systems in a given trade.
What’s New
Energy code requirements for 1 & 2 family homes and town homes (effective June 1, 2009) Energy Code for 1 &2 family homes and town homes (PDF)
Egress-Escape and Rescue Window Policy (PDF)
State code now requires radon resistant building features in new home construction (effective June 1, 2009) Radon Resistant Construction (PDF)
Radon Resistant New Construction-Best Practices (PDF)
Window Fall Prevention Provisions (PDF)
Construction Code Services supports sustainable building practices on many levels. We recognize the need to support and promote Green technologies as an increasingly important part of our building future.
Helpful Sites
Property Information
Look up building and zoning information, inspections history, permit status, and more, for addresses in Minneapolis.
Applications, Forms & Handouts
Are you looking for a handout for your project? Need an application form? Check out the “Fee schedules, forms, and applications” section which includes code compliance forms, comp card exams, construction permits, rental licenses, Truth-in-Housing and more.
Construction Related Sites
MN Department of Labor and Industry (DLI)
MN Electrical Licensing and Inspection
MN Construction Codes and Licensing Division Review (CCLD Review newsletter)
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