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Notice 07-31-2024 : Beginning August 1, the cost of your utility bills will increase $1.00 for sewer and $1.00 for the base water rate. As an incentive, the city will be offering a $1.00 per month reduction on your utility bill for all who sign up for “Email Statements”. Please contact the City Administration Office to sign up. 218-652-3866 email: [email protected]

Forms & Permits

Resident Forms                                                                         

ACH Payment Authorization Form

Application for City Water and Sewer

Citizen Complaint form

Water Hydrant Usage Application.

 

Building Permit Forms
Fencing Permit Application
Sign Permit Application
Building Permit Application
Building Permit Requirements
Division 25 Shoreland Overlay District
Division 30 Residential District (R-1)
Zoning Sketch Graph
Requirements
Refund Policy
Application for Demolition Permit
Excavation. Obstruction. Right-of-Way Permit Application

Permits shall be required for the following permitted activities:  

  • building construction, alteration, or demolition;
  • fencing;
  • signage;
  • excavation or obstruction of a right-of-way;
  • operation of a food truck; 
  • charitable gambling;
  • water hydrant usage; and
  • grading or filling in shoreland areas.

Applications for these permits are available online or may be picked up at our City Administration Office. 

Building Permits

Building permit forms and instructions are available by clicking on the link below.  All construction that changes the footprint of the property must be accompanied by a sketch clearly indicating:

  • Dimensions of the lot;
  • Location & size of all existing structures;
  • Proposed new construction/building;
  • All structural setback distances from lot lines & right-of-ways; 
  • Location of sewer, water, and other utility lines; and,
  • Any other information as needed by local government to make a decision.

***IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT EXISTING LOT LINES, THE CITY STRONGLY ENCOURAGES YOU TO HAVE YOUR PROPERTY SURVEYED.  THE CITY OF NEVIS TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OF ANY PROPERTY PINS OR BOUNDARY LINES.

A materials list and cost valuation (including labor) needs to be attached for our building official.  Some projects require review by several departments before approval.  Plan ahead and apply early to avoid a delay of your project.  Work started prior to applying and receiving a permit may incur additional fees and penalties.  The cost of a building permit is based on the project valuation.  The City of Nevis adheres to the MN State Building Code.

Demolition/Moving Permits

The cost of a Demolition/Moving Permit is $25.00.  All work must be completed within 90 days from the date of issuance.

Food Truck/Vendor Registration Permits

Food trucks and Food Vendors operating within the city limits need to complete an application and supply the following information:

  • Copy of MN Department Health Permit
  • Certificate of Liability Insurance
  • Written approval from property owner
  • Site plan that includes location where the food truck will be set up.

Water Hydrant Usage

A water hydrant usage permit is available at a cost of $25.00 per year plus $15.00 for each 1,000 gallons plus sales tax.

The permit specifies terms of usage.

Excavation/Obstruction/ROW Permits

Other permits

The following permit applications and instructions are available under the Planning and Zoning Section:

  • Fencing Permits
  • Grading/Filling Permits
  • Sign Permits