Ch9.§1-1 · City of Nowthen public records

A. The Minnesota State Building Code, established pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 326B.101, including all of the amendments, rules and regulations established, adopted, and published from time to time by the Minnesota Commissioner of Administration, through the Building Codes and Standards Division is hereby adopted by reference as to the building code for this jurisdiction, excepting of the optional chapters unless specifically adopted in Section 9-1-1.B of this Chapter. The code is hereby incorporated in this Section as if fully set out herein. B. The Minnesota State Building Code, established pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 326B.101 allows the Municipality to adopt by reference and enforce certain optional chapters of the most current edition of the Minnesota State Building Code. The following optional provisions identified in the most current edition of the State Building Code are hereby adopted and incorporated as part of the building code for this Municipality. 1\. Reserved. C. The Minnesota Plumbing Code, established pursuant to MN Rules, Chapter 1300, allows the municipality to adopt by reference and enforce the Minnesota Plumbing Code. 1\. Plans and Specifications Required. a. Prior to installation of a system of plumbing other than for an IRC structure with independent plumbing service, complete plumbing plans and specifications, together with any additional information that the Building Official may require, shall be submitted in duplicate for review and approved by the Building Official.   b. Plans shall be submitted to the Department of Labor and Industry for state-licensed facilities; public buildings; and projects of a special nature for which department review is requested by either the municipality or the state. C. No construction shall proceed except in accordance with the approved plans. 2\. Existing Plumbing Systems. Any alteration or extension of any existing plumbing system shall be subject to the requirements as outlined herein. 3\. Inspections Required. A plumbing system installation, as described herein, shall be subject to inspections conducted by the municipality as required by the Minnesota Plumbing Code in accordance with MN Rules Chapter 1300.0215, subp. 1-5. 9-1-2: APPLICATION, ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT: The application, administration and enforcement of this Section shall be in accordance with the MN State Building Code and the MN State Plumbing Code. The code shall be enforced within the extra territorial limits permitted by Minnesota Statutes 326B.101 when so established by the City Code: A. The issuance of building permits and the collection of fees shall be as authorized in Minnesota Statute §326B.151. B. A surcharge fee shall also be collected on all permits issued for work governed by this Section in accordance with Minnesota Statutes §326B. 148. C. Building permit fees and plumbing permit fees shall be assessed in accordance with Section 1-2-2 of the City Code for work governed by this Section. SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication. Passed and adopted this 10th day of November 2020 by the City Council of the City of Nowthen. Jeff Pilon, Mayor fry m. flon ATTEST: 11 Scott Lehner, City Administrator   # CITY OF NOWTHEN ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA ## ORDINANCE NO. 2020-06 # AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1-2-2 OF THE NOWTHEN CITY CODE ADOPTING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR BUILDING PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS. The City Council for the City of Nowthen hereby ordains: SECTION 1. City Code Section 1-2-2, Fee Schedule, is hereby amended regarding building permits and inspections: C. Building Permits and Inspections 1\. The valuation determined for a project shall be by legal means and used in determining fees as stipulated by the 1997 Uniform Building Code method. This provides for the fee to be adjusted in accordance with the total cost of the project. The 1997 UBC document is available on the State of Minnesota Website http://www.doli.state.mn.us/ and offered as an option for jurisdictions to use when calculating fees. 65% of Permit Fee a. Plan Check/Document Evaluation for Residential and Commercial Projects b. Master Plan When submittal documents for similar plans are approved, plan review fees shall not exceed 25% of the normal building permit fee established and charged for the same structure. Plan review fee for the original plan review is 65% of Permit Fee. 25% of Plan Review C. Review of State approved plans Plan Review required by the adopted fee schedule for orientation to the plans. d. Demolition Permit Based on Valuation e. Exterior Structures 1\) Retaining Wall (over 4' in height) 2\) Fence (over 7' in height) 3\) Sheds (over 200 square feet) Based on Valuation Based on Valuation Based on Valuation 4\) Swimming Pools Seasonal Residential Swimming Pools $50.00   Over 24" high and 5000 gallons, installed entirely above grade. Allowed to be installed with a single application and approval, provided that the same pool is installed in the same location each year. Once approved, the pool may be put up and taken down any number of times. A site plan is required to be approved as a part of the permit submittal and must be kept on site for review as needed. Based on Valuation $150.00+travel/mileage Permanent and in-ground Swimming Pools f. Pre-moved in single family dwelling Travel time and mileage from municipality office calculated by Google Maps. g. Pre-moved in accessory structure $100.00+travel/mileage Travel time and mileage from municipality office calculated by Google Maps. h. Connection fee 1\) Moved in Structure Does not include foundation/interior remodel $200.00 2\) Plumbing $75.00 3\) Mechanical $75.00 i. Manufactured Home Installation Does not include foundation $250.00 j. Site work for manufactured, prefab, or moved-in home (Foundation, basement, etc.) Based on Valuation k. Basement Finish Based on Valuation Separate plumbing & mechanical permits required 1\. ISTS Permits (Individual Sewage Treatment System) 1\) New, Replace, or Repair; Type I - IV systems (Second soils verification required, to be provided by septic contractor) $325.00 2\) Type V Costs Incurred 3\) Operating Permit $125.00/year (Monitoring Permit; Maintenance Agreement) m. Septic System Pumping Permits $10.00/permit ## 2. Residential Building Fees a. Maintenance Permits 1\) Re-Roof $95.00 2\) Re-Side $95.00 3\) Re-Window (Replace same size windows) $95.00 4\) Re-Door/Garage Door (Same size) $95.00 b. Plumbing Permits 1\) New Fixtures   $7.50 per fixture with a $75.00 minimum $50.00 $50.00 2\) Lawn irrigation systems 3\) Fixture Maintenance This permit is for replacing a previously existing fixture or appliance where only disconnecting and reconnecting of existing pipes or ducts is to be done. Changing vent systems, running new drain or supply lines, or replacing or installing new ductwork, pipes or vents is not fixture maintenance. (Examples: Sink, Toilet, Water Softener, Hose Bib, or Water Heater replacement) ### C. Mechanical Permits 1\) New Appliances 2\) Gas Line (with Mechanical Permit) 3\) Gas Line Only 4\) Fireplace Insert (same as New Appliances above) (Building Permit 5) Fireplace Masonry required) $37.50 per unit with a $75.00 minimum $12.50 per gas line with a $25.00 minimum $40.00 Based on Valuation 6\) Fixture Maintenance $50.00 This permit is for replacing a previously existing appliance where only disconnecting and reconnecting of existing pipes or ducts is to be done. Changing vent systems, running new gas lines, or replacing or installing new ductwork, pipes or vents is not fixture maintenance. (Examples: Furnace, Boiler, A/C or Water Heater replacement) If Furnace and A/C can be inspected at the same time, it can be issued as one Fixture Maintenance Permit. ## 3. Commercial Building Fees All Commercial Permit applications require plan review, and permit fees are based on valuation. Includes: Re-roof, Re-side, Re-window, Re-door, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Demolition.   <table> <tr> <td>a.</td> <td>Building Permit Minimum</td> <td>$75.00</td> </tr> <tr> <td rowspan="2">b.</td> <td>Plumbing</td> <td rowspan="2">Based on Valuation; $75.00 Minimum</td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> </tr> <tr> <td>c.</td> <td>Mechanical</td> <td>Based on Valuation; $75.00 Minimum</td> </tr> <tr> <td>d.</td> <td>Gas Line Minimum</td> <td>$50.00</td> </tr> <tr> <td>e.</td> <td>Signs</td> <td>Based on Valuation</td> </tr> <tr> <td>f.</td> <td>Above Ground Storage Tanks</td> <td>Based on Valuation</td> </tr> <tr> <td>g.</td> <td>Fuel Tank Removal</td> <td>Based on Valuation</td> </tr> <tr> <td>h.</td> <td>Fire Sprinkler Systems (Require regular Building Permit)</td> <td>Based on Valuation</td> </tr> <tr> <td>i.</td> <td>Fire Alarm Systems (Require regular Building Permit)</td> <td>Based on Valuation</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2">Other Inspections and Fees</td> <td></td> </tr> <tr> <td>a.</td> <td>Re-Inspection</td> <td>$50.00 per trip</td> </tr> <tr> <td>b.</td> <td>After-Hours and Weekend Inspections</td> <td>$60.00/hour with a minimum of 2 hours</td> </tr> <tr> <td rowspan="2">C.</td> <td>Additional Plan Review</td> <td rowspan="2">$60.00/hour with a minimum of 1 hour</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Required changes, additions or revisions to approved plans</td> </tr> <tr> <td>d.</td> <td>Special Investigation Fee Work Started without obtaining a building permit</td> <td>100% of Permit Fee</td> </tr> <tr> <td>e.</td> <td>Lead Certification</td> <td>$5.00</td> </tr> <tr> <td>f.</td> <td>Permit Extension within 6 months of expiration New Permit Required</td> <td>50% of Permit Fee</td> </tr> <tr> <td>g.</td> <td>Permit Renewal after 6 months of expiration</td> <td>Based on Valuation of</td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td>New Permit Required</td> <td>Remaining Work</td> </tr> <tr> <td>h.</td> <td>Change of Use</td> <td>$75.00</td> </tr> <tr> <td>i.</td> <td>Pre-Final Inspection (New home or structure)</td> <td>$65.00</td> </tr> <tr> <td>j.</td> <td>Temporary Certificate of Occupancy-Escrow</td> <td>$2,500 +</td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td></td> <td>Non-Refundable $250.00</td> </tr> <tr> <td>k.</td> <td>Refunds</td> <td></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td>1) Plan Review (if plan review has not started)</td> <td>No Charge</td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td>2) Plan Review (if plan review has started)</td> <td>No Refund</td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td>3) Permit Fee (if work not started within 6 months of permit issuance by Municipality)</td> <td>75% Refund</td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td>4) Maintenance Permits</td> <td>No Refund</td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td>5) State Surcharge</td> <td>No Refund</td> </tr> </table> ## 4.   SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication. Passed and adopted this 8th day of December 2020 by the City Council of the City of Nowthen. Jeff Pilon, Mayor fry m. Plans ATTEST: Dos Jet Scott Lehner, City Administrator   # CITY OF NOWTHEN ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2020-07 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM A SEVEN-MEMBER TO A FIVE-MEMBER BODY WHOSE CHAIRPERSON AND VICE CHAIRPERSON SHALL BE APPOINTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL. The City Council for the City of Nowthen hereby ordains: SECTION 1. City Code Section 2-1, is hereby amended to read as follows: ## SECTION 1 ## PLANNING COMMISSION <table> <tr> <th>Section</th> <th></th> </tr> <tr> <td>2-1-1</td> <td>Planning Commission Reaffirmed</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2-1-2</td> <td>Composition</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2-1-3</td> <td>Organization</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2-1-4</td> <td>Powers and Duties</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2-1-5</td> <td>Previous Ordinance Repealed</td> </tr> </table> 2-1-1: PLANNING COMMISSION: The Nowthen Planning Commission, which may also be referred to as the Planning and Zoning Commission, is maintained and reaffirmed as the planning agency for the City. A. The Planning Commission is established as a recommending body to the City Council and as such has no power to compel the City to take any actions or incur any obligations, financial or otherwise.

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