Apply for Permit

Application for all residential and commercial building, mechanical, plumbing, utility, and land disturbance permits are required to be submitted online. Contractors and homeowners can apply for a permit, check permit status, search for permits, view inspection results, and make electronic payments through the Online Permit Portal.

APPLY FOR PERMIT
*View the ONLINE PERMIT APPLICATION GUIDE for step-by-step instructions regarding online registration, application and payment information. NOTE: When asked to enter a PIN, use the 'Request Account Linkage' or 'Don't have a PIN?' weblinks to bypass PIN request.

PAY ONLINE
*No service fee for online check (EFT) payments. Credit card transactions are subject to a 3.25% service fee.

MAINTENANCE PERMITS: The following permits can be applied for, paid, and issued online without review (residential only):

Mechanical (Air Conditioner, Furnace/Boiler, Gas Fireplace, Gas Line/Garage Heater)
Plumbing (Water Heater, Water Softener)
Reroof
Reside
Window / Door Replacement (same opening)PLAN REVIEW PERMITS: Projects requiring plan review may take up to 15 working days to approve. Review time may vary based on the complexity of the project and/or the completeness of the construction documents.Accessory Structure / Detached Garage
Addition
Alteration / Remodel / Basement Finish
Deck / Porch
Demolition
Fence* - over 7 ft.
Fireplace (Chimney, Masonry, Wood Burning)
Fire Alarm
Fire Suppression / Fire Sprinkler
Foundation
Fuel Tank
General Mechanical
General Plumbing
Irrigation
Land Disturbance and Grading
Manufactured Home Installation
New Construction
Retaining Wall* - over 4 ft.
Sign*
Solar*
Stucco
Swimming Pool
Temporary Assembly Structure
Utility and ROW
Window / Door (Altered Opening / Egress)

*Contact Planning and Zoning PRIOR to applying for a building permit.

For building code related questions or to schedule an inspection contact the city's contracted Building Official
Metro West Inspection Services at 763-479-1720.

Requirements for size, height, setbacks, architectural standards, etc. can be found in the Corcoran City Municipal Code -- Zoning Ordinance, Title X, Sec. 1030.020 or by contacting Planning and Zoning.

Visit Permit Checklists and Supplements for project submittal information required to obtain a permit or for additional general information view FAQs.

For a complete list of fees view the Building Permit Fees Schedule.

PERMIT & PROPERTY SEARCH INFORMATION:
Search for permit or inspection history (2013- current): Records Search
Verify a Corcoran property address: Hennepin County Property Map
Request Certificate of Survey or Property File info: [email protected]