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Building and Transportation Services
Building and Transportation Services ensures compliance of the building code and oversees ordinances that regulate the construction, alteration and use of buildings, and transit options within the city.
The many different building permit applications submitted to the City require different types of review, including plumbing, heating and sewer and water permits. To better meet the needs of our customers, the city has a target timeline for the initial review of each type of permit and a FAQs page to answer questions you might have about permits and the application process. Click on the "Building Permits and FAQs" link to the right.
Building and Transportation Services.......................(952) 447-9850
Fax: (952) 447-4263 |
| Building and Transportation Services can be found at City Hall, 4646 Dakota St. SE. |
| Jane Kansier, Building & Transportation Services Dir. |
(952) 447-9812 |
Robert D. Hutchins, Building Official |
(952) 447-9851 |
Paul Baumgartner, Building Inspector |
(952) 447-9853 |
| Jesse Corrow, Code Enforcement Officer |
(952) 447-9811 |
| Lynda Allen, Development Services Assistant |
(952) 447-9850 |
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What is a Code Violation?
A code violation is any use of land, including vacant properties and buildings, which is contrary to the provisions of Prior Lake City Code.
Once a complaint is received, the City’s Code Enforcement Officer logs the information in a database. The complaints are ranked according to priority, with health and safety issues taking precedence over violations that do not pose an immediate health or safety risk. The Enforcement Officer will conduct a site visit and, if a violation is confirmed, a warning letter (Notice of Violation) will be mailed to the property owner. The Code Enforcement Officer will give the property owner a deadline to abate all violations on the site. This deadline will vary according to the number and type of violations on site.
When do I need a grading permit?
A grading permit, also called an excavating/filling permit, is required when greater than 500 square feet of surface area or 50 cubic yards of material is removed or deposited on your property. If you are grading in the shoreland area, a permit is required for removal or deposition of 10 cubic yards of material. For more detailed permit requirements, see Section 706 of the City Code or call the building department at (952) 447-9850.
What are the regulations for a backyard fire pit?
The National Fire code recommends locating your fire pit at least 25 feet any combustible materials (fence, garage, etc.) and at least 10 feet from any property line. Also a fire pit can be no larger than 3 feet in diameter.
If you have any specific inquiry regarding a possible zoning violation, contact Code Enforcement Officer Jesse Corrow at (952) 447-9811.
Click here for a list and short definition of common violations including the following examples:
Tall Grass/Weeds (Section 606.300)
Storage of Vehicles in Front Yard (Section 1102.800)
Garbage and Refuse Containers (Section 601.504)
Pet Nuisance (Section 802.100)
Commercial Uses in Residential Zones (Section 1102.404)
Business Signs ( Section 1107.400)
Yard Sign Policy
This is a partial list of common violation types, for a complete list of the Zoning Ordinance please visit the document center on the city’s website.
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
Minnesota Department of Health
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Prior Lake Document Center
Scott County
Scott County Community Development Agency
Scott County Land Records
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