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Building Permits & Inspections

Building Inspections handles the application and enforcement of the building code and related ordinances regulating construction and alterations within the City. To apply for a City permit or license, visit our ePortal.

All Licenses & Permits Current Fees ePortal

    Building Permits
Change of Occupancy or Land Use Review Moving Permit
Commercial & Industrial Building Permit Plumbing Permit
Demolition Permit Residential Building Permit
Electrical Permit Sewer & Water Permit
Mechanical Permit Tree Preservation Plan
Fence Permit Swimming Pool Permit

Applying for a building permit
Most building projects require permits. To apply for a new permit, please use our ePortal for permits and licenses. Please note:

  • Many projects require a plan review, which can take up to 10 working days.
  • Applications should be submitted well in advance of the scheduled starting date, especially during the summer construction season.
  • Plan review fees are paid at the time of submittal. Remaining permit fees are paid once the permit is approved. Fees may be paid via credit card or electronic check within the ePortal.
  • Building Permit Submittal Requirements for residential and commercial permits
Contact a Permit Coordinator with questions about the ePortal or how to apply for a permit.


Building permits are required for:
Permits are also required for:
Permits are not required for:
  • Accessory buildings (200 square feet or greater)
  • Basement or interior finishes
  • Decks, porches, screen porches, pergolas
  • Lawn irrigation
  • New construction, additions
  • Re-siding
  • Re-roofing
  • Sprinkler systems
  • Swimming pools
  • Window and door replacement
  • Demolition, moving a structure
  • Electrical work
  • Fences
  • Fire protection systems
  • Mechanical or heating (central air, furnace, garage heater, fireplace)
  • Plumbing (hot water heater, water softener) 
  • Accessory buildings under 200 square feet
  • Cabinets
  • Flooring
  • Installing or replacing gutters, soffit and fascia
  • Painting (including outside house or trim)
  • Non-structural changes

Inspections
On-site inspections are required to make certain work conforms to the permit, city and state codes and plans. An experienced code official is available to answer questions concerning your project. The code official will let you know approximately how many inspections may be needed for your project.

A Shakopee code official will provide documentation when construction is completed and the code compliance is determined.

Inspections can be scheduled within our ePortal. 

Backflow Device Test Reporting
Shakopee Public Utilities (SPU) is the water purveyor for Shakopee. All backflow device test results are to be submitted to SPU via The Compliance Engine: www1.thecomplianceengine.com.

Minnesota Stormwater Guidelines
View the Minnesota Stormwater Manual to determine whether your project needs MPCA construction stormwater coverage.