A building permit is required for any construction, alteration, repair, relocation, demolition or change of use or occupancy to any building or structure regulated by the state building code. This includes building additions, decks, sheds more than 200 sq ft, work to a permanent weather resistant surface (siding, roofing, windows), mechanical and plumbing work and finishing of previously unfinished spaces.
- Requirements for size, height, setbacks, architectural standards, etc. can be found in the Corcoran City Municipal Code -- Zoning Ordinance, Title X, Sec. 1030.020 or by contacting Planning and Zoning.
- For building code related questions or to schedule an inspection contact the city's contracted Building Official,
Metro West Inspection Services at 763-479-1720. - Go to Apply for Permit or visit the Online Permit Portal to apply online. For building permit application process related questions contact permits@corcoranmn.gov.
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