City of Northfield, Minnesota, U.S.A.

The City of Northfield Building Inspections division handles all permits related to commercial construction projects. Permits can be issued separately for phases of construction, such as footings/foundations, structural shell and finishing. Separate permits are required for grading, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, gas, piping, hydronics, fireplaces and exterior signage. For more information, contact the Building Inspection division.

Building Permit Application Process

Building a commercial structure in Northfield starts with the process of submitting an application and required documents to the Building Inspection Division. Documentation may pertain to zoning regulations, site development, grading, sewer and water permits.

Please use this flow chart to determine what materials you must submit in order to obtain a building permit.

Obtaining a Building Permit (pdf)

Construction documents need to be dimensioned and prepared by a licensed design professional. Electronic media documents are permitted upon approval by the Building Official. Construction documents should clearly indicate the location, nature and extent of work proposed, along with details that indicate conformity to relevant laws. Completed applications must be submitted in person or by mail. Work should not start until the permit has been issued.

If you have received a building permit and are ready to schedule an inspection, please call the Building Inspections division. On-site building inspections are required to verify that new construction and remodeling projects comply with current regulations. See also Building and Rental Inspections

Licenses and Permits

• Required Materials (Remodel)
  • Required-Materials-(Remodel) (PDF)

  Please call the Building Inspections Division for more information.

• Commercial Building Permit Fees
  • 2011-commerical-building-permit-fees (PDF)

  Please call the Building Inspections Division for more information.

• Required Materials (New Addition)
  • Required-Materials-(New-Addition) (PDF)

  Please call the Building Inspections Division for more information.

• Site Plan Form
  • Site-Plan-Form (PDF)

  Please call the Building Inspections Division for more information.

• Work Permit Application
  • Commercial Permit App (PDF)

  Please call the Building Inspections Division for more information.