Notice - Due to the high volume of permit applications, your permit request may take up to 15 days to be issued.
Please beware, a permit is not issued until it has been paid for and reviewed.
The City of New Brighton is currently not able to accept paper applications. Please register and apply via our online portal - visit this guide for instructions. You only need to register once, if you already have a linked username, sign in when prompted. Please: do not apply for a permit as a homeowner if you are a contractor. If the application form says homeowner, refer to the guide above to complete your account registration. If you need your PIN # you can request it here. Depending on the day/time the request is sent, and the availability of staff, obtaining your unique PIN # can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few days, so please be patient. |
Please email or call 651-638-2050 weekdays during business hours if you have any questions.
Electrical: If you have electrical questions, or to schedule, visit tokleinspections.com (preferred) or call 763-754-2983 between 7AM and 8:30AM.
SAC Determinations: All commercial building permits will need to have a SAC determination completed before issuance. SAC is a one-time fee that the Metropolitan Council charges local governments when a residential, commercial, industrial or institutional property first connects to the regional wastewater (sewer) system or a business grows or changes and creates more potential demand on the wastewater system. More information can be found on the Metropolitan Council’s website by clicking here.
Backflow Devices: It is the responsibility of the owner of a testable backflow device to have it tested at the time of installation and annually thereafter. It is the responsibility of the plumbing contractor to notify the owner that testing needs to occur on this schedule. Please reference this fact sheet if you have any questions.
Electrical: If you have electrical questions, or to schedule, visit tokleinspections.com (preferred) or call 763-754-2983 between 7AM and 8:30AM.
Please visit this site for all information on obtaining a fire permit.
Sign permits are required for construction of new signs and sometimes the modification of existing signs. Some temporary signs also require a permit. Please ensure the appropriate permit below is complete prior to use of either a permanent or temporary sign. Any questions or concerns related to signs should be directed to Scott Gigrich, Code Enforcement Inspector or email scott.gigrich@newbrightonmn.gov or call 651-638-2061
If you would like to see our City Code chapter on signs, please click here.
The City of New Brighton is committed to being proactive in facilitating the use of alternative energy sources like solar panels. The solar industry is booming in Minnesota, and it is positioned for continued growth. Solar energy can be used to generate electricity to provide hot water and to heat, cool, and light buildings and homes. Solar power is generated with the use of photovoltaic panels. "Photovoltaic" means that sunlight is used to generate electricity Solar installations range in size and can be roof-mounted or ground-mounted. New Brighton participates in SolSmart, a national program that provides free technical assistance to help cities make it faster, easier, and more affordable to go solar.
How to apply
Please submit online permit along with required plan documentation by clicking one of the buttons below. These permits are required for both roof-mounted and ground-mounted solar systems. Small solar PV projects 10 kilowatts or less have a turnaround time of less than 3 business days. The checklist and inspection buttons describe the process and necessary information for obtaining a solar permit and solar inspection, but they are not required for a solar permit. Please reference them if you have any questions about plan documentation or inspections.
Electrical: If you have electrical questions, or to schedule, visit tokleinspections.com (preferred) or call 763-754-2983 between 7AM and 8:30AM.
Solar Zoning in New Brighton - coming soon
Additional Resources
For more information on additional solar-related topics, check out the resource links below:
Understanding the City of New Brighton’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan Solar objective and policies:
Objective: LU 10.0 - To be proactive in facilitating the use of alternative energy sources and ensure reasonable access to direct sunlight for areas that will undergo redevelopment over the next 20 years.
Policies
Click on each button above to access the PDF. If you have questions please email or call 651-638-2050.
To find out about New Brighton's Municipal Site Work Authorization process click here.