Licenses & Permits

Access to ONLINE PERMITS PORTAL

As part of our response to the spread of COVID-19, we have implemented the following changes to our building permit and inspection process.

Residential Building Inspections 

Building inspections that take place inside a residence have been suspended until further notice. This includes water heaters, furnaces and interior work. We will continue inspections on residential permits for exterior improvements such as roofs, siding and decks. This is subject to change.

Commercial Inspections

Commercial inspections will continue for unoccupied structures and spaces (new building and tenant remodels). This  is subject to change.

Permits that require access into an occupied home will not be scheduled for an inspection until further notice. 

Permitting Process

All permits can be secured and paid for through the Inver Grove Heights online portal. 

Inspection staff is available by phone at 651-450-2550 for consultations during this time, or via e-mail at permits@ighmn.gov.

We know the situation presented by the COVID-19 virus presents challenges,  and we remain committed to communicating any changes with you as quickly as possible. For the most up-to-date information regarding the city’s response to COVID-19, visit www.ighmn.gov/COVID-19. 

Licenses

A city license is required for contractors performing the following types of work: 

  • Mechanical
  • Excavation
  • Pools
  • Fences
  • Signs
  • Masonry
  • General Commercial
  • General Residential (over four units)

License fee: $50 for calendar year. All City Licenses require the completed Certificate of Insurance form accompanied by the license and fee.

Below is the 2021 City License application. Please consider uploading this application to an upcoming permit (make note it is attached in the permit description) and the license payment can be made online. Otherwise, we will accept this application via USPS mail with an enclosed check for the $50 license fee only.

Permits

The City requires permits and licenses for various building-related activities that occur within the City. Below is a list of building-related activities that require a permit.

Permit Applications

Online Portal Access

Permits can now be applied for online. The below applications should only be submitted through the portal when you are applying for a permit with plans. Permits not requiring plan sets do not need a permit application submission, simply register and apply through the online portal.

Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems Forms & Permit Applications

Permit Fees

Development Fees 

2018 Northwest Area Fees

Inspections

Go to Inspections Page