Building Inspection | Blaine, MN

When is a Building Permit Required?

The Minnesota State Building Code identifies the types of construction work that can be done without a permit. The information provided is a summary of building, mechanical, and plumbing permit requirements, and emergency repair information from MN Rules 1300.0120 and 1300.0215.

Septic System Maintenance Reporting

Blaine residents/property owners with a septic system have to have a licensed Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) service provider submit an MPCA Septic Tank Maintenance Reporting Form to the City of Blaine Inspections Department at least once very three years.

Contractor Licensing and Registration

Contractors in the City of Blaine need to register as a new user and become an IMS PRO by resubmitting license and insurance information. The online application portal opened October 5, 2020.

The City helps ensure the construction of safe building with building codes. Building codes help ensure that construction projects are built in accordance with nationally recognized standards. These standards are designed to protect buildings from collapse and fire for the safety of all building occupants.

Some permits, such as residential plumbing, mechanical, siding/roofing, and window replacements can be issued at the time of application. Other permit applications will need the plans to be reviewed prior to being issued. These applications should be submitted well in advance of the scheduled starting date. This will allow time for City staff to offer assistance throughout the process and issue permit at the start of the project. This is especially true during the summer construction season.

The commercial and residential construction value in Blaine over the last 5 years was approximately $1.3 billion. This includes around 1,600 new homes and townhome units. During this timeframe the building inspection department performed approximately 119,000 inspections.

Contact Information

Commercial Permits
Adeana Anderson
aanderson@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-717-2765
Residential New Homes |
Certificate of Occupancy |
Licensing
Rhonda McDonald
rmcdonald@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-717-2628
Scheduling |
Residential Online Permits
Karli Biedermann
kbiedermann@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-785-6170, Option 1
Septic System
Jane Gough
jgough@blainemn.gov
Phone: 763-717-2657
Other Questions
Building Inspections
building@blainemn.gov
763-785-6177
Or contact any of the staff members above with the contact information provided.

Building Inspections

Building Inspections

building@blainemn.gov

Physical Address
10801 Town Square Drive NE
Blaine, MN 55449

10801 Town Square Drive NE Blaine MN 55449

Directions

Phone: 763-785-6170

Inspection Scheduling
Phone: 763-785-6170, Opt. 1

Hours
Monday - Friday
8AM - 4:30PM

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