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Municipal permit guide
Township of Golden Valley, MN permit planning guide
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Local guidance available Reviewed July 20, 2026
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Building Permit Application
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Zoning Permit / Land Use Application
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Fence Permit Application
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Deck / Porch Permit Application
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Accessory Structure / Shed Permit Application
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Garage / Carport Permit Application
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Electrical Permit Application
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Plumbing Permit Application
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HVAC / Mechanical Permit Application
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Official references
Official sources for Township of Golden Valley, MN
Statewide sources describe the governing code regime. Locally verified sources identify the actual issuing office, form, or adopted schedule.
Reference excerpts
Source excerpts for Township of Golden Valley, MN
These excerpts provide context from official materials associated with this municipality.
City of Golden Valley - Chapter 22 - SOLID WASTE
Except as otherwise defined herein, or where the context clearly indicates a contrary intent, the words and terms defined in City Code section 16-193, shall be applicable to this Chapter.(Ord. No. 674, § 2, 11-19-2019)
Sec. 22-19. - Definitions · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Golden Valley - Chapter 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
(a)Purpose. The City Council finds that the use of administrative citations and the imposition of civil penalties is a legitimate and necessary alternative method of enforcing the City Code and that administrative citations can be a cost effective and expeditious alternative to traditional criminal fines and penalties. Administrative citations are in addition to any other legal remedy which may be pursued for City Code violations and the City, in its discretion, may choose not to initiate the administrative citation and procedures set forth in this section, and may bring criminal charges or seek any other remedy or penalty permitted under the City Code or other applicable law in the first or succeeding instances.(b)Scope.(1)The administrative procedures and penalties in this section may, in the City's discretion, be used for any violation of the City Code, or any violation of the terms and conditions of a City approval, including permits and licenses, required and granted under the City Code. Except as expressly provided in this section, the provisions of this section may be used concurrently with or in addition to any other procedure or remedy, criminal or civil, the City may purs
Sec. 1-9. - Administrative Citations · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Golden Valley - Chapter 20 - PARKS AND RECREATION
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:Parks: A park, public golf course, playground, beach, swimming pool, trail, nature area, recreation center, special use facility area or any other areas in the City owned, leased, used or controlled, wholly or in part, by the City for such purposes as are designated by the Council as and for park use.(Code 1988, § 10.83(1))
Sec. 20-19. - Definitions · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Golden Valley - Chapter 10 - ENVIRONMENT AND NUISANCES
(a)Purpose. The purpose of this section is to protect the public safety, health and welfare and to prevent and abate repeat service response calls by the City to the same property or location for service calls, as defined herein, which prevent police or public safety services to other residents of the City. It is the intent of the City by the adoption of the ordinance from which this section is derived to impose and collect service call fees from the owner or occupant, or both, or property to which City officials must repeatedly respond for any repeat nuisance event or activity that generates extraordinary costs to the City. The repeat nuisance service call fee is intended to cover the costs in excess of the cost of providing normal law or code enforcement services and police protection in the City.(b)Scope and Application. This section shall apply to all owners and occupants of private property which is the subject or location of repeat nuisance service calls by the City. This section shall apply to any repeat nuisance service calls made by City peace officers, part time peace officers, community service officers, animal control officers and code enforcement technicians.(c)Definit
Sec. 10-1. - Repeat Nuisance Call Service Fee · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Golden Valley - Chapter 12 - FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
(a)Code Adopted. The current edition of the Minnesota State Fire Code including Appendix Chapters B, C, D, H, I, K, and L, in conjunction with the State Building Code, is hereby adopted as though set forth verbatim herein.(b)Code on File. One copy of said code shall be marked CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY - OFFICIAL COPY and kept on file in the office of the City Clerk and open to inspection and use by the public.(Code 1988, § 10.22; Ord. No. 380, 2nd Series, 8-17-2007)
Sec. 12-1. - Adoption of Minnesota State Fire Code · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Golden Valley - Chapter 18 - OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
(a)Acts Prohibited. It is unlawful for any person to:(1)Intentionally point a gun of any kind, capable of injuring or killing a human being and whether loaded or unloaded, at or toward another(2)Manufacture or sell for any unlawful purpose any weapon known as a slung-shot or sand club(3)Manufacture, transfer or possess metal knuckles or a switch blade knife opening automatically(4)Possess any other dangerous article or substance for the purpose of being used unlawfully as a weapon against another(5)Permit, as a parent or guardian, any child under 14 years of age to handle or use, outside of the parent's or guardian's presence, a firearm or air gun of any kind, or any ammunition or explosive; or(6)Furnish a minor under 18 years of age with a firearm, air gun, ammunition, or explosive without the written consent of the parent or guardian of such minor.(b)Exception. Nothing in Subsection (a) of this section shall prohibit the possession of the articles therein mentioned if the purpose of such possession is for public exhibition by museums or collectors of art.(c)Discharge of Firearms and Explosives. It is unlawful for any person to fire or discharge any cannon, gun, pistol or other fi
Sec. 18-1. - Dangerous Weapons and Articles · p. 1 · Open sourceQuestions people ask
Golden Valley permit FAQ
Where do I start for a project in Township of Golden Valley, MN?
Start with the property address. The parcel determines whether municipal, county, state, shoreland, floodplain, sanitary, transportation, or special-district approvals can apply.
Who handles building permits in Golden Valley?
A building office is not listed here. Use the address check to confirm the issuing office before relying on a form.
Who handles zoning approval in Township of Golden Valley, MN?
Zoning administration may sit with the municipality or county. Confirm the parcel authority before relying on statewide guidance.
Are the fees and forms on this page final?
No. Adopted fees, application versions, issuing offices, and required attachments can change. Verify the current official source before filing or paying a fee.
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