Building Inspections

Building Inspections Contact Information:

Jennifer Nelson, Permit Technician. All general information and contact referrals. Jennifer.Nelson@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Ken Beck, Building Official and Department Supervisor General questions on any departmental issue.Ken.Beck@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Mark Schwanke, Plans Examiner/Building Inspector for Commercial and residential building projects.Mark.Schwanke@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Larry Houn, Building Inspector. Residential building projects.Larry.Houn@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Thank you for visiting the building inspection divisions web page, please check back often as information may change or be added. Checklists are provided for submittal documents.   Inspections can be scheduled by calling 507-444-4370 at least 1 day in advance.  Please call 507-444-4370 with any questions.

Helpful Information

  1. Approved Plastic - Composite Decking Materials (PDF)
  2. Characteristics of Building Materials (PDF)
  3. Emergency Escape (Egress) Release Mechanism (PDF)
  4. Garage Door Alternate Braced Wall Method (PDF)
  5. GRK Fasteners Ledger Board Technical Bulletin (PDF)
  6. Non-Emergency (Egress) Release Devices (PDF)

Public Communication

  1. Improved New Residential Dwelling Checklist and Extended Inspection Hours (PDF)
  2. Plumbing Plan Review and Site Utility Installation Improvements (PDF)