Building

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The City of Pipestone is pleased to announce that effective September 8th, 2025, we will be partnering with SAFEbuilt, LLC to provide our community with Building Department Services.  We will be working closely with them on the implementation of Community Connect, an online portal for homeowners and contractors to submit applications and pay for permits online, check on application status and receive electronic inspection results. SAFEbuilt will also be offering Remote Video Inspections to help meet your scheduling needs.  During this transition, questions related to permit applications, MN State Building Code and scheduling inspections can be directed to: 952-442-7520 or InfoMN@safebuilt.com

The City of Pipestone follows the 2020 Minnesota State Building Code.

Obtaining a Building Permit

How to obtain a Building Permit:

  • Applicant (Homeowner or Licensed Contractor) completes application and develops plans for review.
  • SAFEbuilt Building Official reviews application and site plans to ensure application is complete.
  • SAFEbuilt Building Official prepares Building Permit for Issuance.
  • Applicant pays Building Permit fees online using the Community Connect portal and acquires a City Building Permit. 

How to Coordinate Required Inspections throughout Construction:

  • It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that inspections are being done throughout all phases of a construction project. 
  • The Building Official WILL NOT perform inspections unless a time has been scheduled to do so.
  • All inspections will be done virtually using a smart phone or tablet. 
  • In the event a project is completed without an inspection, the applicant may either be asked to remove building materials so a proper inspection may be completed, or the project will receive a failing inspection report.  
  • To schedule an inspection call SAFEbuilt 952-442-7520 or email infoMN@safebuilt.com.
  • For Electrical inspections, please contact the State of Minnesota Electrical Inspector. 

Obtaining a Historic District Building Permit

How to obtain a building permit for Historic District:

  • Applicant (Homeowner or Licensed Contractor) develops plans for review.
  • Applicant reviews site plans with city designee.
  • Applicant Completes Application for Historic District.
  • Application is Reviewed by Historic Preservation Committee.
  • If Approved by the Historic Preservation Committee, Applicant Provides Complete Application for City Building Permit to SAFEbuilt using the online Community Connect portal.
  • SAFEbuilt Building Official prepares Building Permit for Issuance.
  • Applicant pays Building Permit fees online and acquires a City Building Permit. 
  • All Applicants are required to receive inspections throughout any Historic District Building Project.

View the map below to see the area designated as the Historic District of Pipestone.

Historic District of Pipestone