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City of Oak Park Heights
14168 Oak Park Blvd. N. Phone: 651.439.4439
P.O. Box 2007 Fax: 651.439.0574
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
June 6, 2013
Melanie Ebertz or Current Homeowner
6337 Paris Ave. N.
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
Re: Work Permit Requirements
Dear Melanie or Current Homeowner:
I was in your neighborhood yesterday afternoon and observed work occurring at the residence. I saw
evidence of work to the exterior of your home and there was a plumbing contractor vehicle (Dad's
Plumbing) parked in the driveway.
This letter is being sent to you to inform you that City of Oak Park Heights Ordinance has adopted the
Minnesota State Building Code (including plumbing) and by its reference the International
Residential, Mechanical, Fuel Gas and Fire Code.
The adoption of these codes does require inspections to new construction and remodeling projects
(ie: siding, windows, additions, etc.). Residential contractors and Plumbers are required by the State
of Minnesota to have a State license to perform work within the State of Minnesota.
As of today, the last permit I have on file for this property was issued in 2008. I have not been
contacted for a work permit for any work to this property. Remodeling work without a permit and
subsequent inspection is a violation of City Ordinance and State Law.
I ask that you contact me immediately regarding the work in process, so that we can determine your
permit and inspection needs. Permit applications are available on the City webpage at
www.cityofoakparkheights.com.
Your prompt attention is appreciated. Feel free to phone or email.
Sincerely, ,
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Ju - ultman, Building Official
PI . ( ing & Code Enforcement
Email: jhultman @cityofoakparkheights.com