# Building permits at 3940 Ewing Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

Five permits here in the last two years. The newest, Apr 13: Install Midea Heat Pump Mini Split with 1 Indoor Head. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 38 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 550 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 2026 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install Midea Heat Pump Mini Split with 1 Indoor Head | Not listed | [BLDG1172391](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1172391/) |
| Aug 27, 2025 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install venting for a 300cfm or less kitchen hood, relocate 2 supplies | Not listed | [BLDG1139376](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1139376/) |
| Aug 25, 2025 | Plumbing | Kitchen Remodel - Eliminate existing kitchen drain rough in and water lines, Installation of new 2" drain from existing stack in basement office area, Increase drain line to 2" from stack, Install new rough in per plan for new kitchen, Extend existing wat | Not listed | [BLDG1138537](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1138537/) |
| Aug 5, 2025 | Addition | Construct 10'x9' one-story rear addition to expand/remodel kitchen on non-continuous frost depth foundation (two 12" concrete piers belled to 24") per structural engineering. One-hour fire-resistance-rated construction required at south exterior wall (fo | $44,000 | [BLDG1116299](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1116299/) |
| Jan 10, 2025 | Plumbing | - replace all water lines that are accessible in the basement, from the meter all the way to the kitchen. Remove mix pex materials as needed. - install new laundry sink next to the dryer, single compartment - replace dryer vent and insulate to code - repl | Not listed | [BLDG1102792](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1102792/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

38 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [3925 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3925-drew-ave-s/) | 540 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace existing furnace & AC. | Not listed | [BLDG1202753](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1202753/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [3928 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3928-beard-ave-s/) | 1,000 ft E | Roofing | Tear off and replace roof of dwelling | $20,000 | [BLDG1201764](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1201764/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [4023 France Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4023-france-ave-s/) | 550 ft S | New building | Source Information is Not Available. Source Data Does Not Meet Reporting Standards. Please Review and Correct Source. | $400,000 | [BLDG1188986](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1188986/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [3816 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3816-drew-ave-s/) | 850 ft NE | Plumbing | Install gas fireplace insert with gas line and venting | Not listed | [BLDG1199569](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1199569/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [3941 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3941-drew-ave-s/) | 520 ft E | Plumbing | Replace Gas Range | Not listed | [BLDG1199516](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1199516/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [3940 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3940-beard-ave-s/) | 990 ft E | Roofing | Tear off and reroof house and attached garage | $12,600 | [BLDG1197392](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1197392/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [4000 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4000-drew-ave-s/) | 440 ft SE | Roofing | Remove/replace roof on house and detached garage | $22,000 | [BLDG1196430](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1196430/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [3804 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3804-ewing-ave-s/) | 940 ft N | Roofing | Remove and replace asphalt roof on house | $10,000 | [BLDG1196587](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1196587/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [4048 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4048-ewing-ave-s/) | 790 ft S | Plumbing | Replacement of water heater | Not listed | [BLDG1194980](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1194980/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [3833 France Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3833-france-ave-s/) | 610 ft N | Plumbing | Replace water heater | Not listed | [BLDG1193084](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1193084/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [3833 France Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3833-france-ave-s/) | 610 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace Furnace and AC | Not listed | [BLDG1193074](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1193074/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [3706 40th St W](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3706-40th-st-w/) | 350 ft E | Plumbing | Replace gas dryer | Not listed | [BLDG1192922](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1192922/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [4041 France Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4041-france-ave-s/) | 710 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | installing bath fan for hrv for the adu, bath fan in bathroom, dryer vent, add mini split and add garage heater in garage | Not listed | [BLDG1188683](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1188683/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [4023 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4023-ewing-ave-s/) | 530 ft S | Plumbing | Replace Gas Dryer | Not listed | [BLDG1187099](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1187099/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [3944 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3944-drew-ave-s/) | 330 ft E | Solar | (Dmh-pdox) install flush mounted PV solar panel system on roof of SFD. - 2020 Irc collector capacity 12.760 kw. Solar checklist completed. A 36" wide pathway complying with IRC 324.6.1 shall be provided on the dwelling, including supporting Fi | $12,760 | [BLDG1178370](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1178370/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [4030 Chowen Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4030-chowen-ave-s/) | 810 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Bldg1169107 1st. Fl. Gym: remove existing unit ventilators, add new steam/chilled water RTU and GRV. 1st Fl. classroom; replace steam/chilled water unit ventilator. 1st.Fl. teacher lounge; add steam/chilled water fan coil. 1st Fl. bathroom; replace | $322,200 | [BLDG1169107](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1169107/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [3904 Chowen Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3904-chowen-ave-s/) | 760 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace Mini Split | Not listed | [BLDG1182547](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1182547/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [3953 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3953-drew-ave-s/) | 540 ft E | Plumbing | Replace 2 wate and overflows, traps, drain arms to the stack. | Not listed | [BLDG1182298](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1182298/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [3941 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3941-drew-ave-s/) | 520 ft E | Roofing | Reroof House & attached garage | $12,500 | [BLDG1182042](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1182042/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [4105 France Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4105-france-ave-s/) | 990 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | AC install/replacement. | Not listed | [BLDG1181619](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1181619/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [4041 France Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4041-france-ave-s/) | 710 ft S | Plumbing | Instal DWV, water & gas to accommodate the print provided for an ADU being built on the property. | Not listed | [BLDG1181414](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1181414/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [3940 Chowen Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3940-chowen-ave-s/) | 660 ft E | Plumbing | water softener/filter prv tub waste and overflow and p-trap | Not listed | [BLDG1179637](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1179637/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4030 Chowen Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4030-chowen-ave-s/) | 810 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace radios on telecom site -ACW certificate of occupancy required no special inspections required no 2020 MSBC engineer: Alexander, Paul Timothy | $1,000 | [BLDG1174342](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1174342/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [4041 France Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4041-france-ave-s/) | 710 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | (Dmh - pdox) 24 x 24 det garage with ADU above. Weather barrier required on detached garage. 2020 Irc-4 engineered plans from derek phillips, #47507 (safehaven) plan revision after issuance not reflected in pdox: since the parking area of the g | $200,000 | [BLDG1173206](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1173206/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [3900 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3900-beard-ave-s/) | 0.20 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Furnace and AC replacement | Not listed | [BLDG1202571](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1202571/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [3905 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3905-beard-ave-s/) | 0.23 mi E | Addition | Build complex deck & retaining walls building code: 2020 mnsbc/2018 irc energy code: minnesota rules chapter 1322 separate permits are required for electrical, plumbing, and heating/air conditioning/ventilation work. A soil erosion control | $100,000 | [BLDG1194208](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1194208/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [3816 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3816-beard-ave-s/) | 0.24 mi NE | Other | Install 60 mil EPDM membrane with 1/8 tapered ISO system on rear flat roof on House. | $11,867 | [BLDG1200142](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1200142/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [4119 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4119-drew-ave-s/) | 0.23 mi SE | Roofing | residential roof replacement - tear off | $4,500 | [BLDG1199900](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1199900/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [4025 Chowen Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4025-chowen-ave-s/) | 0.20 mi SE | Roofing | Roofing Remove and Replace. | $14,600 | [BLDG1195642](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1195642/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [3909 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3909-beard-ave-s/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Tear off and reside using 16 SQ James Hardie lap siding over new housewrap | $15,000 | [BLDG1194862](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1194862/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [4100 Chowen Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4100-chowen-ave-s/) | 0.22 mi SE | Roofing | Remove and replace house roof with OC shingles | $14,500 | [BLDG1193980](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1193980/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [4120 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4120-drew-ave-s/) | 0.23 mi S | Roofing | residential roofing replacement | $9,000 | [BLDG1189284](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1189284/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [4117 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4117-ewing-ave-s/) | 0.22 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Sussel Garages are building a new garage on my property. They have permits and are doing all the work related to building the garage, however I am adding pex above the foam insulation in the garage slab for possible future radiant in-floor heating. No boi | $106,000 | [BLDG1188002](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1188002/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [3918 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3918-beard-ave-s/) | 0.19 mi E | Roofing | Remove and replace roof | $13,900 | [BLDG1186771](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1186771/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [4115 Drew Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4115-drew-ave-s/) | 0.22 mi SE | Roofing | Reroof House Only | $7,000 | [BLDG1186156](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1186156/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [4024 Beard Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4024-beard-ave-s/) | 0.22 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace air handler in walk up attic and condensing unit. With like - Weathermaker Equipment PF5MNXB36L00/P94SAN53600N 13.4 SEER | Not listed | [BLDG1184301](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1184301/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [4117 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4117-ewing-ave-s/) | 0.22 mi S | New building | Construct detached 32x24 wood frame garage with attic storage trusses. One-hour fire-resistance-rated construction required at west wall (1.0' setback), cs-pf wall bracing adjacent to OH door. Garage retaining wall conditions: no construction documen | $28,080 | [BLDG1181439](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1181439/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [3825 Chowen Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3825-chowen-ave-s/) | 0.21 mi NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replacement AC w/ fan coil ATTIC | Not listed | [BLDG1181423](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/permit/BLDG1181423/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

We don't list zoning cases for Minneapolis yet. Look them up on the city's Zoning Board of Adjustment page: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/boards-and-commissions/zoning-board-of-adjustment/

## More on this street

Other addresses on Ewing Ave S with permits, nearest house number first:

- [3941 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3941-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Apr 8, 2025
- [3944 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3944-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Mar 31, 2026
- [3936 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3936-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Dec 23, 2025
- [3953 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3953-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026
- [3956 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3956-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Apr 18, 2025
- [4013 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4013-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Sep 17, 2025
- [4016 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4016-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Nov 16, 2024
- [4023 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4023-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Jul 1, 2026
- [4028 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4028-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Oct 9, 2025
- [4029 Ewing Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/4029-ewing-ave-s/): newest permit Aug 6, 2025

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Map, all 5 permits at this address and 38 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/minneapolis/address/3940-ewing-ave-s/