Deck and building permits

Building Permit Information

Plan with confidence

Your Project. Your City.
A Clear Place to Start.

Find official permit resources for your community and get a clearer picture of what comes next.

Every property and project is different. Brewer Built handles the permit process for your deck or porch and works directly with your city, so you have help from planning through construction.

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Good projects start with a clear plan.
Find Your City

View Permit Requirements by City

Click on your city below to view the official building permit information. These links take you directly to each city’s website where you can find requirements, applications, and inspection details. Permit rules can cover things like structure, footings, railing height, setbacks, and how the project connects to your home. Every city handles it a little differently, which is why it helps to look at the exact guidelines for your area.

From planning to construction

Where Permits Fit in Your Project

We work through the details with you and your city. The exact documents, review time, and inspection schedule depend on the project.

  1. Define the Project

    Start with your address, ideas, and existing space so we can discuss the scope and the questions to bring to the city.

  2. Prepare & Review

    We handle the permit application process and coordinate with the city on the plans and any requested details.

  3. Build & Inspect

    Required approvals and inspections become part of the construction plan, keeping the next steps clear as work progresses.

Looking for a general reference? Read the Minnesota residential deck guide (PDF, new tab), then confirm project-specific requirements with your city.

Before we talk

A Few Details Help Us Get Started

You don’t need finished drawings to reach out. Share what you have, and we’ll talk through the next steps together.

More permit questions? Visit our FAQs
  • Your project address and city
  • Photos of the existing deck, porch, or yard
  • A rough idea of the size and how you want to use the space
  • Any survey, site plan, or previous drawings you already have
  • Your preferred timing and questions for our team

We Handle the Permits So You Don’t Have To

We handle the permit process and work directly with your city. Tell us what you have in mind. Reach out or request an estimate to get started.