Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15 § 15.196
PARTIAL PERMITS (Bloomington Buildings and Structures Code)
Operative Text
When, in the opinion of the issuing authority, construction of a building or structure must begin before the availability of complete plans, specifications, surveys or the like, the issuing authority may at its discretion issue a partial permit covering only the amount of work specified on the permit. The valuation for these partial permits shall be credited to the regular permit fee when the application of the regular permit is submitted. (1958 Code, § 60.17) (Added by Ord. 133, passed 4-17-1958; Ord. 190, passed 9-16-1952; Ord. 195, passed 11-25-1952; Ord. 97, passed 12-17-1956; Ord. 107, passed 5-20-1957; Ord. 109, passed 5-20-1957; Ord. 79-2, passed 1-22-1979; Ord. 2005-26, passed 7-18-2005)
Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15.196 allows the local issuing authority to grant a partial building permit when construction needs to start before complete plans, specifications, or surveys are ready. The partial permit covers only the specific scope of work described on that permit. Any fees paid under a partial permit are later credited toward the full regular permit fee once the complete application is submitted.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15.196, property owners and developers who face time-sensitive construction schedules may request a partial permit from the issuing authority when full documentation is not yet available. Compliant operators typically ensure that the partial permit clearly defines the authorized scope of work and retain records of fees paid so those amounts can be properly credited when the regular permit application is filed. Coordinating early with the issuing authority about documentation timelines helps keep the permitting process on track.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15.196 governs how partial construction permits are issued and does not directly create tenant rights or obligations, but tenants in buildings undergoing construction may find it useful to know that any work being performed should be covered by a valid permit — whether partial or full. If construction activity at a rental property raises concerns about safety or unauthorized work, tenants can inquire with the city's issuing authority to confirm what permits are on file. Tenant-rights organizations in the Bloomington area can help residents understand how local permitting rules intersect with habitability and lease obligations.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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