Minnesota Plumbing Code frequently asked questions
Drainage systems Fixtures Floor drains Materials and support Water conditioning Venting
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Who needs a roofer license?
Residential contractors who perform roofing work must be licensed. They can be licensed as a residential roofer, residential building contractor or residential remodeler. Roofing subcontractors do not need a license but must register through the Contractor Registration Program.
Bleacher safety standards
All bleachers manufactured, installed, sold, or distributed after Jan. 1, 2001, are “new bleachers” and must comply with the State Building Code in effect at the time and these safety requirements. The current standard for “new bleachers” is ICC-300. Requirements for Bleacher Safety Fact Sheet Bleacher safety statutes
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License exam schedule
Exam scheduling You will receive an email notification that you have been approved to sit for an exam. The email will contain the information you need to schedule your exam. View more information about scheduling an exam. 
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Plumbing Board final interpretations
The state Plumbing Board is charged with interpreting the code. Below are final interpretations issued by the board. PB0196 – Building supply (April 15, 2025) PB0183 – Equivalent sweep (Oct. 15, 2024)
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Site utilities plumbing plan review
Minnesota Rules, part 1300.0215, subpart 6, requires plumbing plans to be submitted for review and approval prior to installation of any plumbing. The plan review requirement includes the interior plumbing system and all site utility services within the property lines. Site utility services include water services, building sanitary sewers, building storm sewers, and storm drainage pipes serving catch basins or other drainage structures within the property lines. Review of plumbing plans is not required for single-family dwellings.
Code-related education and training
We offer many educational programs in multiple topics related to the Minnesota State Building Code. These training programs are available to ICC chapters, building official luncheon groups and interested associations, as our staff and resources allow.  To inquire about a training opportunity, download the education request form.  For more information about our education and training programs, contact education.dli@state.mn.us or 651-284-5867 .
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Construction Codes and Licensing Rulemaking
Rulemaking dockets Administrative Provisions of the State Building Code – Minnesota Rules, Chapters 1300, 1301, 1302, and 1303
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Work comp: Independent contractor or employee
The following information contains general information, subject to statutory change, and is not legal advice. The Minnesota Workers' Compensation Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 176, does not contain a definition of "independent contractor." Case law provided the initial factors to be used in determining independent contractor status. Those tests have now been supplemented by statutes and administrative rules governing many categories of independent contractors.