Online Application

Once you have gathered or emailed the necessary documents, you are ready to begin the online application process.

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.

Schedule an Inspection

When scheduling inspections, please plan at least three to four business days ahead.

Please note, during the busy construction months, longer delays may occur.

• Information needed before calling to schedule an inspection:
  • Permit number.
  • Address for the job site.
  • Inspection type.
  • If you are a homeowner,need the name of the contractor doing the work.
• Call Building Inspections at 612-422-3285 to schedule.

Roofing and Siding

• Ice and Water pictures for roofing and weather barrier pictures for siding need to be submitted to InspectPix@BlaineMN.gov.
• After roofing pictures are received, Building Inspections will automatically schedule a final roof inspection. 
• An email email stating receipt of pictures and pending inspection will be sent.
• The inspector will sign-off the inspection card and leave the card at the job site. 

Stucco Repair

• Once the plan has been reviewed, payment will be due and permit can then be picked up.
• When the permit has been paid and plans have been picked up, work and inspection scheduling can begin.