KANDIYOHI COUNTY

POLE BUILDING REQUIREMENTS 7/6/21

The following information must be submitted to the building department before a building permit can be processed

and approved.

Structures used for commercial purposes require professional design by a licensed Architect and Structural Engineer.

Structures used as a Single Family Dwelling require the building plans be designed by a licensed Structural Engineer.

If the building is for agricultural use (livestock, produce or farm implement storage), contact the zoning department for

a land use permit.

1. P

ermit Application Form

2. Survey or Site Pla

3. B

uilding Pl

ans

4. Roof Truss Specifications

5. S

eptic Compliance (if applicable)

6. Miscellaneous as required

more detailed description of items 1–5 is listed below.

fter a preliminary review, additional information may be required. Allow a minimum of ten (10) working days for

processing.

1. B

uilding Permit Application: Complete a Building Permit application form. Application forms a

handout

s are also available on-line at www.kcmn.us

2. S

ite Plan: Complete the Site Plan form providing an updated diagram of the property. The type of

information required and details to be included regarding the construction site are listed at the top of the

form. An example of a site drawing is provided for reference. A registered survey may be required.

3. B

uilding Plans:

A. Section Drawing: Provide (side cutaway drawing) showing the footing width, thickness, and depth

below grade, anti-wind lift for the pole, pole dimensions, wall construction, wind bracing, roof framing,

purlin spacing and grade of lumber, truss bracing and connection, and roof covering material.

B. Floor Plan: Provide floor plans showing length and width of the building, post spacing, window and

door locations, header sizes, interior walls and plumbing fixtures, heating equipment to be used if any.

rite on the floor plan a written description of the use of all areas of the building such as cold storage,

heated space, bathroom, car storage area, shop area, etc. Overhead doors must be 90 MPH wind rated. This

includes being tested and being in compliance with ANSI/DASMA 108.

C. Elevation Drawings: Provide drawings of the front, rear and sides of the finished building. Include

side wall height and the height to the peak from grade.

4. R

oof Truss Specifications: Provide a copy of the manufacturer’s roof truss design (signed by a licens

eng

ineer showing the truss span, spacing, design snow load, dead loads, required bracing, spacing and grade of

the lumber used for the roof purlins). Check with the local Building Official before ordering trusses to determine

he minimum snow load that is required for the proposed use of the building.

5. Septic Compliance:

A sept

ic Compliance inspection may be required depending on the zone the property lies within. This

requirement would be determined upon review of your project during the initial visit for permits. If septic

compliance information is required, it must be submitted with the building permit application.

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one Required ___ GLACIAL LAKES SANITARY SEWER AND WATER DISTRICT

___ New Design

Contact Corey Smith at 320-796-4523 fax 320-796-4561

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Septic Compliance Inspection ___ EAGLE LAKE SANITARY SEWER DISTRICT

Contact City of Willmar Engineer at 320-235-4202

ENERAL INFORMATION

POLE BUILDING

Required Inspections

1. Foot

ings - Before concrete is placed. Concrete “cookies” are not permitted. Footings must

be cast in place concrete.

2. Under Slab Compaction/Vapor Barrier - Prior to pouring concrete a soil compaction test i

equired. A 6 mil vapor retarder is required under the slab if the space is to be heated.

3. Framing Inspection - After all framing has been completed.

4. Final Inspection - After all construction has been completed.

Additional Inspections may be required. (Plumbing if installed, and insulation if it is to be

heated)

For inspections call 320-231-6229, a minimum 24 hours in advance.

LECTRICAL: Wiring must be inspected and approved by the Minnesota State Electrical Inspector. To request

an inspection or to answer electrical questions call: Tom McCormick at 320-593-2731, call between 7:00 AM and

8:30 AM, Monday thru Friday.

EXC

AVATIONS: Before excavating, call Gopher State One Call a minimum of 48 hours in advance at

1-800-252-1166 to verify the location of underground utilities, etc.

PER

MITTED USE: Typically pole buildings are permitted for residential accessory buildings.

ote: If the pole building is for business or commercial use, contact the building department for

additional requirements. If the building’s use changes in the future, the use must be approved by the

building official and zoning department. Additionally, it must comply with all applicable ordinances and

building codes in place at the time the alteration is completed.

If you have any questions, please contact the building department Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at:

epartment of Environmental Services

400 Benson Ave SW

Willmar, MN. 56201

Ph. 320-231-6229 / Fax 320-231-6263 / www.kcmn.us

7/6/21