Basement Finishing

A combination permit system is used in Woodbury. General contractors, or homeowners doing their own work, are issued a permit that will include all permit fees associated with the project. This may include building fees, plumbing fees, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) fees, electrical fees, etc., as they apply to the project. Separate permits will only be required on jobs where there is no related work being done.

Forms to Complete

Complete the Permit Application and Basement Finish Supplement forms. Submit the forms along with one copy of the proposed plan. Please note the information required at the top of the Basement Finish Supplement Form.

If MN licensed residential contractor, remodeler, or roofer, and not lead certified, and the dwelling was built before 1978, complete the lead supplement form.

Fees

Fees will be charged for applicable work being done. This could include:

  • Building fee
  • Electric fee, and/or fire sprinkler fee
  • HVAC fee
  • Plumbing fee
  • State Surcharge, etc.

Related Documents

Forms

  1. Basement Finish Requirements and Supplement Form (PDF)
  2. General Building Permit Application (Fillable PDF)
  3. Permit Supplement - Lead (PDF)

Helpful Basement Finishing Information

  1. Electrical Inspections for Homeowners Made Easy (PDF)
  2. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Requirements (PDF)
  3. Residential Plumbing Requirements (PDF)

Schedule of Fees

  1. Residential Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)