Minneapolis Roofing Code

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Minneapolis roofing code.

311 or 612 673 3000 fax. The term flat roof actually applies to a class of roofs that have either slight or no slope. Minnesota building code prohibits the use of certain materials below a certain slope. As of march 31st 2020 minnesota has adopted new building codes.

2020 building code adoption. A building permit is required. The 2020 mn mechanical and fuel gas code will take effect on april 6th 2020. The building codes of minnesota adopt the the international building code 2018 ibc 2018 international residential code 2018 irc 2018 international existing building code 2018 iebc 2018 international fuel gas code 2018 ifgc 2018 international fire code 2018 ifc 2018 international mechanical code 2018 imc 2018 and international energy conservation code 2018 iecc 2018.

Building permit fees are based upon the valuation of the job including labor and materials. For example you shouldn t install asphalt shingles on any roof pitch less the 3 12 or about 14º. Although it is not enforceable by municipalities unless it is adopted by local ordinance it creates a level playing field for the construction industry by establishing the minnesota state building code as the standard for the. The 2020 minnesota residential code adopts the 2018 international residential code irc.

To determine which permits you need for your project call minneapolis 311 if outside the minneapolis city limits call 612 673 3000. Both documents are part of the minnesota building code. Last updated apr 21 2020. For all work not specifically exempt from the building code.

The city of minneapolis reviews construction plans issues permits and conducts inspections for a variety of construction work that may need to be completed to bring your space up to code. To look up building and zoning information inspections history and other information about a minneapolis property search property information. Roofing materials must be installed in accordance with chapter 9 of the 2020 minnesota residential code and the manufacturer s installation instructions r905 1. The code requirements for roofing of one family and two family dwellings can be found in the 2006 international residential code irc chapter 9.

Construction code services public service center 250 south 4th street room 300 minneapolis mn 55415 phone. There are also roofing requirements in the 2006 international building code chapter 15. The minnesota state building code is the minimum construction standard throughout all of minnesota.