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Alterations / Remodel / Repair
Building permits are required if you are finishing unfinished space in your basement, remodeling, changing the use of space or installing drain tile.
This permit type includes the following areas of construction.
- Attic Insulation - Please select this when the only work for this project is attic insulation and ventilation work.
- Basement Room Finish - This permit type includes building, plumbing, and mechanical HVAC work.
** Separate permits for plumbing and mechanical HVAC are not required. ** - Damage Repair - Please select this for major damage repair due to fire, water, or natural causes. For storm damaged roofing and siding replacement please back out and select the Roofing & Siding permit type. Plumbing and mechanical HVAC work require a separate permits.
- Other - Please select this for all other general remodeling projects such as kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, installation of drain tile systems, etc.
- Step 1 - Review and Prepare
- Step 2 - Create an Account
- Step 3 - Apply
- Step 4 - Review and Payment
- Step 5 - Schedule an Inspection
Review and Prepare
Please review the information packet pertaining to your construction project. Other information packets related to your project can be found in the Documents section below.
Additional information packets related to your construction project are available below in the Documents section.
Information and Documents Needed
to Submit a Permit
The following documents need to be available for upload during the online application process. Please note, all documents need to be in a PDF format.
Attic Insulation
- Estimated Valuation of Project - How much will it cost to complete the project.
Basement Room Finish
- Estimated Valuation of Project - How much will it cost to complete the project.
- Set of Room Plans
Plans must include:- Rooms with dimensions and designation (bedroom, family room, etc.)
- Window sizes and locations
- Cross sections and any notes that would help explain the nature and extent of your project
- Gas fireplace location (if applicable)
- Contractors names if using a contractor
- A Septic Compliance Inspection Report - If you are on a septic system and your basement finish includes adding bedrooms.
Damage Repair and Other
- Estimated Valuation of Project - How much will it cost to complete the project.
- Scope of Work
- Set of Plans
Plans must include complete repair or remodel, if engineered components such as manufactured trusses have been damaged, an engineered repair will be required.
Fees
For the most current fees related to your project, view the Fee Schedule (PDF).
Inspections
Inspections will typically include the following. Depending on your project, inspections may be added or removed.
Attic Insulation
- Insulation and Attic Markers
- Final
Basement Finish
- Electrical RI and Final
- Plumbing RI and Final
- Mechanical RI and Final
- Framing/Fireblocking
- Final
Damage Repair and Other
- Inspections will be determined at the time of plan review and will be dependent on the extent of damage or work.
To schedule an inspection follow the directions in Step 5 Schedule an Inspection.
Allow 3 to 4 business days for scheduling inspections and during the busy construction time please allow more time.
Create an Account
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Please Note:
Contractors applying for permits on behalf of a homeowner must setupan iMS Account and a Pro Accountbefore continuing with the permit process.Are you a new user?
If no, continue to step 3 on the left.If yes, create an account.
Please Note:
Contractors applying for a permit on behalf of a homeowner must setup a User Account and then a Pro Account.
Homeowners doing your own work may setup a User account only.New users to the system need to create an account. Please select create an account.
Creating a New User in iMS and iMS Tips
Having trouble creating an account? Detail instructions are available here, iMS account creation information.Already have an account?
Create a PRO AccountA PRO account is for contractors that require any city or state license or registration.
Please note, Architects are able to apply for a permit for new commercial buildings without being a PRO account.
Creating a Pro Account in iMS
Having trouble creating a PRO account? Detail instructions are available:
Online Application
Once you have gathered or emailed the necessary documents, you are ready to begin the online application process. Select one of the applications below:
Please select this when the only work for this project is attic insulation and ventilation work.
This permit type includes plumbing and mechanical HVAC work - separate permits for plumbing and mechanical HVAC are not required.
Please select this for major storm damage repair due to fire, water, or natural causes. For storm damaged roofing and siding replacement please back out and select the Roofing & Siding permit type. Plumbing and mechanical HVAC work require a separate permits.
Please select this for all other general remodeling projects such as kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, installation of drain tile systems, etc.
How to Submit a Residential Building Application in iMS
Please note the following:
- Once the application is started, the system will not allow you to go back to a previous page, you must continue through the entire application.
- Once you have completed and uploaded all required documents, a review page allows you to go back and edit any part of the application.
- Any question or upload with a red asterisk (*) is required.
Review and Payment
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Review time is up to 15 business days.Please note, during the busy construction months and with the online software launch, delays may occur.
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After completion of the permit review, an email with permit cost and payment instructions will be sent.
- After receipt of payment, plans will be emailed, and work and inspection scheduling can start.
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Schedule an Inspection
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- When scheduling inspections, please plan at least three to four business days ahead.
- Please note, during the busy construction months longer delays may occur.
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Information needed before calling to schedule an inspection:
- Permit number.
- Address for the job site.
- Inspection type.
- If you are the homeowner, the name of contractor doing the work is needed.
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Login to IMS Account and go to your dashboard.
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On your Dashboard, go to My Inspections.
- A list of required inspections can be viewed along with the instructions on how to schedule.
General Information
- Electrical Permits can be applied for at ims.dli.mn.gov.
- Expected plan review time is 7 to 10 business days. During the busy construction time it may be longer.
Basement Finish
- If you are the contractor or a homeowner acting as the general contractor for your project and hire subcontractors, please notify them that this is an all-inclusive permit, plumbing and mechanical work are included in this permit. Electrical and gas fireplace installations are by separate permit.
Damage Repair
- If you are the contractor or homeowner acting as the general contractor for your project and hire subcontractors, please notify them that a separate permit needs to be applied for by the contractor doing the work or homeowner if they are doing the work for electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and a gas fireplace installation.
- After the application has been submitted, schedule a Damage Repair Walkthrough Inspection. During this inspection, the inspector may indicate if further information is required for the permit application (Engineering, plans, additional permits mechanical/plumbing, etc.). If engineered components such as manufactured trusses have been damaged, an engineered repair will be required. Inspections will be determined at the time of permit review.
Documents
- Basic Wood Framing (PDF)
- Building Plans (PDF)
- Cold Weather Concrete (PDF)
- Cutting Notching and Boring (PDF)
- Fasteners (PDF)
- Fire Blocking (PDF)
- Footing Design (PDF)
- Framing Tips (PDF)
- Requirement of Insulating Hot Water Lines 1-26-2022 (002) (003)
- Residential Safety Glazing (PDF)
- Septic Compliance inspection report form
- Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms (PDF)
- Stairs Landings and Guardrails (PDF)
- Truss to Wall Connections (PDF)
Contact Us
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Commercial Permits
Adeana Anderson
aanderson@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-717-2765Residential New Homes |
Certificate of Occupancy |
Licensing
Rhonda McDonald
rmcdonald@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-717-2628Scheduling |
Residential Online Permits
Karli Biedermann
kbiedermann@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-785-6170, Option 1Septic System
Jane Gough
jgough@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-717-2657Other Questions
Building Inspections
building@blainemn.gov
763-785-6177
Or contact any of the staff members above with the contact information provided.
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Physical Address
10801 Town Square Drive NE
Blaine, MN 55449
Phone: 763-785-6170