New Germany city information
Mayor Steve VanLith
Council Member Shirley Jaeger
Council Member Ty Turnquist
Council Member Cathy Ruschmeier
Council Member Nick Hartwig
City Clerk Twyla Menth
New Germany City Office is located at 300 Broadway Street East, downtown.
Mailing address: PO Box 177, New Germany, MN
55367-0177
Phone (952) 353-2488
Fax (952) 353-8021
Email: [email protected]
Building inspections (763) 479-1720
Hall rental information (952) 353-1781
Clerk office hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.; Friday closed.
Meetings are the first and third Tuesdays of each
month at 7 p.m. at city hall.
City hall rental
The city hall is rented out for all occasions. Call Jim
Heimerl at (952) 353-1781 for available dates and pricing.
Building permits
New Germany adopted the Minnesota state building
code. Under the code, a building permit is required for
any improvements (new, repair, remodel, or replacement). The value factors in labor, whether done by a
contractor or yourself.
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Applications are available at city hall. Any questions regarding repairs or improvements to property
may be directed to the city clerk or to the city building
inspector.
Starting a construction project without obtaining
the proper permit could result in an investigation fee,
which is 40 percent of the permit price, with a minimum of $50. This includes re-roofing, siding, decks,
window replacement, air conditioning/heat replacement, fencing, and utility sheds.
If in doubt, call the city to see if you need a permit.
Check with your contractor; they don’t always obtain
a permit.
House numbers should be easily visible from the
street to make it easier to locate your home in an emergency situation. Numbers should be in contrast to the
house color and made of reflective material.
Severe weather
When the siren blows, it means there is severe
weather in the area, and you should take shelter immediately. If the siren continues to blow, it means there is
still danger. There is not a siren to signal all clear. Stay
tuned to your radio to be sure it is safe to come out of
your basement or storm shelter.
Community Guide
2016-17 Edition
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