Minneapolis deck permit leads
New, replacement and rebuilt deck permits.
Before you build
Minneapolis requires a building permit when a deck "is more than 30 inches above grade; attached to the main structure; or part of an accessible route." The permit needs a site plan showing the deck's size and its "distance from deck to property lines" and to nearby structures. Property lines must come from a survey or found property markers; the City notes "existing fences are rarely on the property line and cannot be used to determine setbacks." Source: City of Minneapolis, Wood Deck Guidelines
97 permits in the last 12 months (2025-10-01 to 2026-09-30); fewer than 5 last week (2026-10-05 to 2026-10-11).
Seasonality
| Month | Permits issued |
|---|---|
| 2025-10 | 11 |
| 2025-11 | fewer than 5 |
| 2025-12 | fewer than 5 |
| 2026-01 | fewer than 5 |
| 2026-02 | fewer than 5 |
| 2026-03 | fewer than 5 |
| 2026-04 | 8 |
| 2026-05 | 14 |
| 2026-06 | 17 |
| 2026-07 | 13 |
| 2026-08 | 9 |
| 2026-09 | 7 |
Top neighborhoods
| Neighborhood | Permits |
|---|---|
| Fulton | 9 |
| Linden Hills | 5 |
| Howe | 5 |
| Armatage | 5 |
| Other areas with fewer than 5 each |
Top ZIP codes
| ZIP | Permits |
|---|---|
| 55406 | 20 |
| 55410 | 18 |
| 55419 | 12 |
| 55417 | 12 |
| 55418 | 6 |
| Other areas with fewer than 5 each |
Declared value
Median $11,286; middle half $6,000 to $23,049 (97 permits with a value).
Who pulls these permits
63% list a business as applicant. 82 distinct applicants overall.
No single business pulled 5 or more of these permits except DECK SCIENCE LLC; the work is spread across 82 applicants.
Recent examples (addresses hidden)
| Permit | Month | ZIP | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLDG1197448 | 2026-08 | 55430 | $9,000 | NEW DECK BUILD - 1 FOOT OFF THE GROUND, 1 STAIR, COMPOSITE DECKING, WESTBURY ALUMINUM… |
| BLDG1187295 | 2026-07 | 55419 | $37,661 | REPLACE DECKING WITH NEW COMPOSITE ON EXISTING 30 X 15 REAR DECK TO SFD. -2020 MNSBC ADD… |
| BLDG1172990 | 2026-07 | 55417 | $16,800 | REPLACE DECKING AND GUARDS/HANDRAILS OF TWO EXISTING ATTACHED DECKS AT 2-STORY TFD… |
City rules
How we classify
deck or decking on its own, or new / replace / rebuild deck. Excluded: roof decks, roof decking, deck sheathing, flat roof, EPDM, sleepers, any porch job, chimney, HVAC, kitchen and remodel jobs (porch-roof and flat-roof jobs count as Roofing). Permits the City files as Addition count toward Decks only, and only when they don't mention a mudroom, dormer, bath or ramp. Single-family, two-family and townhouse permits only. Full method.
FAQ
How many deck permits does Minneapolis issue?
97 residential deck permits from 2025-10-01 to 2026-09-30, by our classifier.
What does a lead include?
Address, permit number, description, declared value, issue date and the contractor of record when listed. No homeowner names or phones.
How is the trade decided?
From the permit description: deck or decking on its own, or new / replace / rebuild deck. Excluded: roof decks, roof decking, deck sheathing, flat roof, EPDM, sleepers, any porch job, chimney, HVAC, kitchen and remodel jobs (porch-roof and flat-roof jobs count as Roofing). Permits the City files as Addition count toward Decks only, and only when they don't mention a mudroom, dormer, bath or ramp.