General Contractor in Minneapolis, MN
General Contractor in Minneapolis, MN
Design | Build | Love
- Licensed MN Contractor – Lic. BC802778|
- Owner's Advocate Service|
- Live Project Portal|
- Serving the NW Metro Since 2015
Northern Builder Co-op LLC is a licensed Minnesota general contractor working throughout Minneapolis, permitted, inspected and built by the same crew that has delivered 12 projects here.
Work Completed in Minneapolis
Widest Scope in the Portfolio
Minneapolis is the deepest part of the company’s portfolio and the widest in scope, from ground-up construction using structural insulated panels and an accessory dwelling unit through basement finishes, garages and full interior remodels.
Project Types Delivered
New home construction using structural insulated panels (SIPs), an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), basement finishing, detached garage work, bathroom remodels and whole-home interior remodels.
What Minneapolis Homeowners Should Know
Permits and Inspections Permits, plan review and inspections run through the City of Minneapolis, and the inspection sequence sets the build schedule.
Lead-Safe Renovation Rule Much of the city’s housing stock predates 1978, which brings the federal lead-safe renovation rule into play for work that disturbs painted surfaces.
Lot Coverage and Zoning Lot coverage, setbacks and height limits shape what an addition or ADU can be before a single line is drawn.
Our Process
Free Consultation
We meet on site, walk the project with you and discuss scope, sequencing and what the permit process looks like for your specific address.
Design and Permitting
We develop the design, pull the required permits from the City of Minneapolis and coordinate any engineering or specialty reviews.
Pre-Construction Planning
Materials are specified and ordered, subcontractors are scheduled and a project timeline is set before the first day on site.
Construction
Our crew builds the project. You have access to the live project portal throughout, and we coordinate every inspection as it comes due.
Final Walkthrough
We walk the completed project with you, address any punch-list items and hand over all permit documentation and warranty information.
Common Questions
Do I need a permit to finish a basement in Minneapolis?
Yes. A basement finish in Minneapolis requires a building permit, and separate mechanical, plumbing and electrical permits apply depending on scope. Northern Builder Co-op pulls the permits and coordinates the inspections as part of the project.
How do I check that a Minneapolis contractor is licensed?
Minnesota residential contractors are licensed by the Department of Labor and Industry, and every license number can be looked up publicly. Northern Builder Co-op LLC holds Minnesota license number BC802778.
How far in advance should a Minneapolis remodel be scheduled?
Design, selections and permit review all happen before construction starts, so the calendar is set well ahead of the first day on site. Projects that begin planning in the fall are typically the ones building through winter.
Minneapolis is one of 36 cities in the Northern Builder Co-op service area. View the full service area.
Why Choose Northern Builder Co-op LLC?
Northern Builder Co-op LLC holds Minnesota contractor license BC802778 and has been working in Minneapolis since 2015. Every project is permitted, inspected and built by the same crew \u2014 no subcontracting the work out to whoever is available.
Ready to start planning your Minneapolis project? Request a free consultation and we\u2019ll get on site to take a look.