Permits & Inspections

Overview

Building Permits are required for many building projects, including new construction, additions, structural changes, decks, finished basements, pools, demolition, roofing, siding, and window replacement. Many projects require a plan review. Permit fees are paid at the time the permit is issued.

Permit Valuations are based off of the MN Department of Labor & Industry 2015 Building Valuation Data & Cost Data found here
Permit Fees are based off of the MN Revisor of Statutes Building Permit Fees

Domestic water plumbing permits - Issued and inspected by Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS). For domestic water plumbing and fire system supply fees – please call SPRWS at 651-266-6270.

Window/Door Permits – Include the number of windows and/or doors being installed and if the size of the opening is changing. If the opening size is changing a plan will need to be submitted.

Roofing/Siding – Include the structures that are involved with the project.

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Permit Types

Contractor Information

Online Permits

Available Online Permits:

Building Residential: Replacement Windows, Doors, Roof & Siding.
Electrical Residential & Commercial
Mechanical Residential & Commercial
Plumbing Residential & Commercial

First time West St Paul contractors must register here.

To apply for e-permits you must finish setting up your Contractor account by following the steps below.

If you have never pulled a permit through West St Paul please complete the Contractor Registration form and you will receive a confirmation email to finish your account.

eTrak Online Permitting Homepage

Password set up: Access to log-in page - Click here
Select ’Contractor’ then ’Forgot Password’
An email will be sent to the contact email previously submitted on your permit applications. Set up your new password and log-in to your account.

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Click here for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for e-permits.