Building Department
Our goal in the City of Nowthen, together with MNSPECT and the Building Department, is to provide the public with a smooth and timely process when utilizing the permitting and inspection procedures. Nowthen has contracted our building inspections to MNSPECT for the purpose of achieving this goal for our residents and contractors.
All Permit Applications and supporting documents should be in pdf format and emailed to Permits@NowthenMN.net. Emails are checked Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Deliver hard copies to the Nowthen City Office at 8188 199th Ave NW, Nowthen, MN, 55330.
The City of Nowthen accepts cash, check or credit card payments.
A surcharge applies with credit card payments.
Please call (763) 441-1347, Ext 300 for phone payment.
Visit MNSPECT for informative handouts and links.
For all inspections, please call: (952) 442-7520
Applications
Nowthen Building Permit Application - For all building projects, Residential or Commercial, Plumbing and Mechanical.
Residential Driveway Permit Application
NPDES Information - Grading & Landscaping Escrow
Septic Install Permit Application
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Building Permit Fee Calculator
Use the link below to estimate your Building Permit fee.
New Home Construction
Please review the following requirements:
Accessory Structures & Setbacks
Residential Accessory Building and Detached Garage Regulations
for the City of Nowthen.