Building Permits
Apply for a permit:
- Locate the permit below or Short form can be purchased at City Hall.
- Follow the form instructions
- Gather any other documentation required
- Drop off your application and any additional documents at City Hall.
- There is a convenience fee of $15.00 to have any permit mailed or emailed.
Building Permits
The city of Cokato has two Building Permit Forms depending on what type of work you are planning.
Residential Use Only:
For any digging or utility work, please complete the Excavation or Utility Permit Application (pdf) and send it to City Hall or e-mail bpotter@cokato.mn.us.
- Locate the permit below or Short form can be purchased at City Hall.
- Follow the form instructions
- Gather any other documentation required
- Drop off your application and any additional documents at City Hall.
- There is a convenience fee of $15.00 to have any permit mailed or emailed.
Building Permits
The city of Cokato has two Building Permit Forms depending on what type of work you are planning.
Residential Use Only:
- 2023 Building Permit - Short Form - This form is used for basic maintenance such as mechanical, re-roof, re-side, windows or doors. (Posted June 2023 – do not use any previously downloaded forms).
- 2023 Building Permit - Long Form - This form is used for items beyond basic maintenance such as demolition, additions, garages, decks/porches, and new construction. (Posted June 2023 – do not use any previously downloaded forms).
- 2023 Building Permit - Long Form - This form is used for items beyond basic maintenance such as demolition, additions, garages, decks/porches, and new construction. Please include a digital copy of your plans with your permit. (Posted June 2023 – do not use any previously downloaded forms).
- Bathroom Addition/Remodel (pdf)
- Deck Supplemental Worksheet (pdf)
- There is a convenience fee of $15.00 to have any permit mailed or emailed.
For any digging or utility work, please complete the Excavation or Utility Permit Application (pdf) and send it to City Hall or e-mail bpotter@cokato.mn.us.