Construction

Grading Permit Application Link

Permit submissions must be in accordance with the City of Owatonna Stormwater Ordinance Chapter 52 along with the Engineering and Design standards below. 


Grading Permit Information

All Single-Family Residential Construction and Any Project Disturbing 5,000 square feet or more, within the City of Owatonna are required under the Stormwater Management Ordinance to obtain a Grading / Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Permit from the Engineering Department. The city will review all grading plans to ensure that there is proper site drainage, and that appropriate erosion and sediment controls are in place to prevent pollutants from leaving the construction site.  

Inspections

Contractors are responsible for scheduling the initial inspection with the City, prior to the start of construction, to verify the necessary stormwater pollution prevention best management practices are in place. Contractors are also responsible for scheduling the final inspection to verify proper stabilization exists following project completion. Email the stormwater division to schedule all inspections. 

Construction Site Inspection Form (PDF)

General

Residential Construction

Sites 1 Acre or part of Common Plan Development

Projects are required to submit an as-built drawing prior to permit close out and issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.

Post Construction Stormwater Requirements

Grading/ESC Permit Close-out

Grading/ Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Permit Fees

Size of Disturbance Permit Fee
Single family residential / townhome $150
5,000 square feet to 0.5 acres $150
More than 0.5 acres to 1 acres $250
More than 1 acre to 5 acres $300
More than 5 $350

Additional Review and Stormwater Inspection Fees

Additional Service Fee
Foundation elevation certification plan resubmission $300
Major changes resubmission and review  $100
Repeat non-compliant construction site inspection (SWPPP)  $100
Repeat non-compliant permanent treatment system inspection $100
Repeat non-compliant illicit discharge inspection $100

Notice: Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed until all documentation has been submitted.