TWIN CITIES HOMEowner Resource Hub
Your one stop page for property info, foundation, types, grading rules, and more organized by county.
● Property History & Plat Maps
Interactive GIS map with property layers and history.
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● Minneapolis Property Permit Lookup
Search permits, inspections, and property details.
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● Property Tax & Value Lookup
Get current tax values and assessments.
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● Saint Paul Permit Search
Lookup past permits and code compliance records.
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● Metro ePermits Portal
Access permitting systems for suburban Twin Cities counties.
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● Digital Soil Mapping in MN
Detailed soil and geologic maps.
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● County Geology Data
Understand subsurface conditions by area.
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● USDA Web Soil Survey
Explore soil properties by parcel.
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● Year-to-Date Precipitation (MN DNR)
Historical and current rainfall trends.
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● EPA Mold Course
Learn health effects, detection, and cleanup methods.
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● Glossary of Waterproofing Terms
Understand common terms used in the industry.
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● Foundation Types & Methods
Illustrated guide to foundations and construction materials.
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● MNopedia
Digital encyclopedia of Minnesota’s historical sites and events.
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● Minnesota Historical Aerial Photos (MHAPO)
Track urban change via old aerial images.
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● Minneapolis Historic Aerial Viewer
Compare historical aerial imagery of neighborhoods.
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● Hennepin Library Special Collections
Search architectural archives and historic plans.
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● St. Paul Historic Preservation
Neighborhood surveys and historic district info.
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● Minnesota Reflections Digital Archive
Statewide archive of old maps, photos, and documents.
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● Basement Health Association
Guidelines for moisture, mold, and air quality in basements.
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● HUD Moisture Control Guide
Federal guide to managing basement moisture.
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● USGS Water Table Maps
Groundwater levels and trends across the U.S.
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● NAHB Foundation Design Standards
Building standards for residential foundations.
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● International Residential Code (IRC)
Official codebook for residential structures.
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● MN State Building Code Overview – Construction standards and laws.
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● Residential Inspection Checklist (PDF) – Used by code officials.
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● MN Seller Disclosure Law (§513.55) – Legal disclosure requirements.
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● Seller’s Property Disclosure Form – PDF form for transactions.
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● Home Seller’s Handbook (MN AG) – Explains mold, water damage rules.
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● MN Contractor License Lookup – Verify license status.
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● BBB MN & ND – Complaint history, reviews, business info.