Outdoor Project Preparation

Whether you're planning an outdoor construction project, fence installation or repair or new landscaping, visit the links below before starting the project. These links will help guide you through building permits, inspections and other requirements or helpful tips.

Building Inspections Informational Handouts - Descriptions and information about requirements and the inspection process for project like building a deck, installing/repairing a fence, putting in a sprinkler system, and much more.

Call Before You Dig - Avoid accidentally severing a utility line by calling Gopher State One Call at 651-454-0002 before digging.

Easement Encroachments - All properties in the City have easements. Learn how this could affect where you build, put in a fence, or landscape.

Residential Building Permit FAQs - General information about building permits, when they are required and contacts.

Tree, Bush and Shrub Placement and Planting Information - Links to City policies, regulations, permit applications and more.

Questions? Please call: