Building

Building Code Administration

Access the Building Permits and Inspections Document for more information on who does building code administration in Goodhue County.

Code Application

The building code applies to the construction, alteration, moving, demolition, repair, and use of any building, structure, or building service equipment. The purpose of the building code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life and limb, health, property, and public welfare. The minimum code standards are achieved by regulating and controlling the following:

• Construction
• Design
• Location
• Maintenance of structures and equipment
• Quality of materials
• Use and occupancy

Other Building & Permitting Contacts

• County Zoning and Land Use Approvals
• Township Zoning Approvals
  Township approval of projects is required before county permit approval. Contact your Township Clerk.
• Environmental Health Approvals
  The Environmental Health Department administers state rules on wells and septic systems.
• Soil and Water Conservation District Office Reviews
• Public Works Permits
  Driveway permitting onto County Roads is permitted through Goodhue County Public Works Department.
• Electrical Permits
  In the Goodhue County area, all Electrical Permits are through the State.  The Electrical Inspector for the Goodhue County area is Vern Dose 507-250-3894

Building Official's Duties

The building official must maintain certification through the state and has duties, powers, and responsibilities established by state statute. The building official is tasked with the following jobs:

• Authorizes use and occupancy of structures
• Conducts project inspections
• Issues building permits
• Receives permit applications
• Reviews construction documents

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