East Bethel's Building Inspections Division reviews plans, issues permits, and performs site inspections. Permits are required to ensure construction and repair work is done correctly and complies with the Minnesota State Building Code. Permits must be paid for prior to any work beginning or inspections being scheduled. Permit fees are double when work is commenced before obtaining a permit.

Permits are required whether a contractor or the homeowner performs the work. Projects are not complete until a final inspection is approved by a City inspector. If any code issues are identified, they will need to be corrected by the permit applicant before the permit can be closed.

For all building permits, the permit holder is responsible for ensuring the work is done to code and the project is properly inspected by the City.

Inspections

To schedule an inspection, please email building@ci.east-bethel.mn.us for fastest service. Inspections may also be scheduled by calling (763) 367-7842. Inspections are scheduled in 30-minute increments.

A re-inspection fee of $100.00 may be charged for missed appointments or extra inspection for non-compliance with permit requirements. This fee must be paid in full prior to re-inspection being performed.

For all property record requests, please send an email to building@ci.east-bethel.mn.us.  Please plan accordingly and allow 2-3 business days for property file requests to be sent. 

Permits

Click on a tab below to find the permit application type. Some permits have an online option for application and payment. Click on "Permits-No Plan Review" to see what is available.

Plan Review is conducted on a first come first serve basis.  Please plan accordingly and allow up to 10 business days for plans to go through the plan review process. 

Payments and Refunds

Permits must be paid for prior to any work beginning or inspections being scheduled. Permit fees are double when work is commenced before obtaining a permit. For information about refunds or penalties see the city code.