Building Permits and Inspections
Contractors and homeowners
We are accepting all permit applications and building plans Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our drop box located outside of City Hall.
Please notify city staff at 763-488-6379 once you have dropped off your building plans and applications so we can retrieve them.
NOTE: please do not leave any checks or money as this drop box is not secure.
Permits for contractors
Residential permits
All permits for residential water heaters, water softeners, roofing, siding, and windows must be applied for online.
Search for permit/inspection history >
Instructions for using e-permits (PDF) >
Commercial permits
All commercial permits must be applied for in person or through the mail. City Hall is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (excluding certain holidays).
City Hall
5200 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Permits required
To see the permit fees, click here (PDF) >
Permits are required before most construction projects begin. Permits issued by the City include the list below.
Building Permit Application (PDF) >
Mechanical Permit Application (PDF) >
Plumbing Permit Application (PDF) >
Sewer and Water Permit Application (PDF) >
Sign Permit Application (PDF) >
Demolition Permit Application (PDF) >
Moving Permit Application (PDF) >
If you are unsure whether a project requires a permit, contact one of these groups.
| Permit type | Who to contact |
| Building | Brooklyn Park Building Inspections 763-488-6379 |
| Electrical | Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry 651-284-5026 |
| Fire protection | Brooklyn Park Fire Department 763-493-8020 |
Permit application and plans
A permit application and two sets of plans should be submitted well in advance of the project start date. You may download permit application forms by clicking on one of the tabs listed above. Building code and submittal informational handouts can also be found to the right. Some projects do not require plans to be submitted, such as residential siding and roofing. For submittal questions, contact the Building Inspections Department.
Phone and email
Building Inspections Department
763-488-6379
Fax: 763-493-8171
Email the Building Inspections Department
Inspections
You will be given an inspection card when you obtain your permit. The inspection card will list the inspections needed for your project, along with the phone number to call to schedule inspections. Always schedule as far in advance as possible to insure you receive the inspection date and time you desire.
Scheduling inspections
Always have the job site address and permit number available when calling to schedule an inspection. To schedule an inspection call:
| Inspection type | Who to contact |
| Building, mechanical, plumbing and sewer/water | Brooklyn Park Building Inspections 763-488-6379 |
| Electrical | Andy Sloth Schedule inspections 763-421-2360 Monday through Friday, 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. |
| Fire | Brooklyn Park Fire Department 763-493-8020 |
Licensed contractors
A building contractor, remodeler or roofer license is required by the Minnesota State Department of Labor and Industry for anyone who contracts directly with a homeowner to provide building construction services in more than one skill area. The eight special skills categories are excavation, masonry/concrete, carpentry, interior finishing, exterior finishing, drywall/plaster, roofing and general installation specialties.
Roofers are required to obtain a license.
More information on licensing requirements can be found here.
Owner/builder
As a home owner, if you decide to apply for a building permit yourself, you will be acting as the “owner/builder.” By taking the permit out yourself, you become the general contractor. You assume all legal liabilities for the job, including workers’ compensation insurance, state and federal withholding taxes, permits, scheduling and a number of other responsibilities.
Contractor Consumer Information
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry has a number of tips and useful information in regards to hiring a contractor for your construction project. Information that can be found on their website includes searching for a licensed contractor, hiring tips, home warranty disputes, and compensation through the Contractor Recovery Fund.
Plumbing License
Plumbing contractors must be licensed by the State of Minnesota per MSBC Chapter 4715. Plumbers need to provide a copy of the license to the city.
Mechanical License
Download the mechanical license (PDF) >
Or obtain a mechanical license from the City Building Official.
Sign Hanger License
Download the sign hanger license (PDF) >
Or obtain a sign hanger license from the City Building Official.
Sewer and Water License
The contractor must be licensed through The State of Minnesota as a plumber or pipe layer.
Resources and guides
Visit the State’s Construction Codes and Licensing website
Informational handouts
Basement finishing guide (PDF) >
Escape and rescue opening and window wells (PDF) >
New Construction – One & Two Family Residential (PDF) >
Residential Survey Requirements (PDF) >
Residential swimming pools (PDF) >