Building Safety

Contact Information

2122 Campus Dr. SE Suite 300
Rochester, Mn 55904 (Map)

Phone: 507-328-2600
Fax: 507-328-2601

Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Department Contacts


Commercial Permit Application Procedures

Commercial Construction Brochure

The building permit application process begins with the submittal of an application and required documents to the Building Safety Department.  The link below is specific to the steps necessary before building.


Demolition Permit Brochure

In order to perform any type of demolition within the City of Rochester, a Demolition Permit application must be completed and approved.  Below is the Demolition Permit procedures to follow.