Building Inspections
The Community Development Department is responsible for the administration of the Minnesota State Building Code. Through permitting and inspections, the City assures that all construction and remodeling jobs occurring within the City have obtained the appropriate permits and are constructed to the minimum standards of the said State Building Codes.
What is a permit?
A permit gives you permission to commence a building project.
When is a permit required?
Permits are usually required for the following: New buildings, additions, decks, garages, accessory structures (sheds, etc.), plumbing, HVAC, water heaters, building renovations (including framing and sheetrock), windows, porches, and other work. Please see the Permit Requirements document(PDF, 193KB), in Spanish Requisitos de permiso(PDF, 367KB) which provides you with a better understanding if and what permit(s) is necessary for the work you may be considering to have completed. If you do not see the type of work listed, please contact the Community Development department at 507-372-8640 or email: community.development@ci.worthington.mn.us
Flooring, painting, cabinets, trim, and other minor repairs or finishing work does not require a permit. When in doubt, give us a call!
Downloads for frequently requested improvements and the appropriate permits can be found at the bottom of this page.
Why is it important to obtain a Building Permit?
Building Permits are required by Minnesota Law, but they are more than that. Your home or business is a significant investment. If your construction or remodel project does not comply with the codes adopted by the State and the local community, the value of your investment could be reduced. Many insurance companies will not cover construction or remodel work done without a permit and/or inspections. A property owner who can show that their building and/or remodel project(s) was completed to the state and local code requirements, has a strong ally when it comes to insurance claims, lawsuits, etc. By following code guidelines, your completed project will meet the minimum standards of safety and will be less likely to cause injury to you, your family, clients, friends or future owners.