Building Inspections

istock-photo-constructionThe City of Glencoe has a building permit application process to ensure through our contracted inspectors that the new construction of buildings within the City meets standards as regulated by the Minnesota State Building Code. These codes ensure that the buildings are safe and pose no risk to the publics welfare. MN SPECT, Inc. works with homeowners and contractors to ensure that residential homes and commercial buildings meet the required safety guidelines. MNSPECT can be contacted at (952) 442-7520 or (888)-446-1801, or click here to visit their website.Permit applications can be picked up at Glencoe City Offices for:
1. 
New home construction
2.  Finishing basement
3.  Remodel
4. 
Decks
5.  Detached garage and accessory buildings
6.  Additions
Commercial Projects-
All commercial projects require a permit application with three sets of plans. All plans are reviewed by the building inspector.Click here to view Building Permit Procedures.General permits are issued over the counter for the following projects:

1.  Re-roof
2.  Re-side
3.  W
indow Replacement for same size openings
4.  F
ence
5.  U
tility sheds(less than 120 sq. ft.)
6.  M
echanical permits for change outs of furnace, air conditioning units
7.  P
lumbing permits for water heater change outs, lawn sprinkler systems with 1″ meter installation.Click here to view additional building permit information.