Major development projects can require numerous permits issued by several different city departments. These can include demolition, grading, sewer and water and work within the right-of-way.  Major development projects with extensive site work can apply for a site development permit to streamline the application process.

Small projects may require only one or two site-related permits. 

• This flow chart will help you determine which permits are needed for your project. Contact our planning division at 952-939-8290 to learn more or ask questions.

Applications should be filed using the city's online ePermits system.

If needed, printable applications are available but must be uploaded through the online system.

• Grading permit application
• Site development permit application

Fees

• Grading permits
  • 500 cubic yards or less – $150
  • Greater than 501 cubic yards – $450
• Site development permit fees

Grading and erosion control plan includes all of the following:

• General information
• Adjacent wetlands, lakes, or creeks
• Temporary stockpile locations
• Temporary rock entrance
• Drainage
• Direction of drainage clearly indicated
• Silt fence location*
• Trees
• Significant trees adjacent to construction, including conifers taller than 15 feet and shade trees more than eight inches in diameter
• Significant trees to be removed clearly indicated
• Tree protection fencing*

*Erosion control and tree protection fencing must be installed and inspected before a building permit is issued. Call 952-988-8422 to schedule an inspection.