Before you race too far ahead, you need to find out whether any aspect of your operation requires a license or permit and then factor into your plans the time it will take to go through the permitting process.
All kinds of businesses operate in Minnesota with no special permission or constraints. But others are closely regulated and may require one or more business, occupational or environmental licenses or permits.

Listed below are applications for a new license, changes to your current license and temporary permits for charitable organizations. Before you begin, it may be helpful to see our instructions on how to apply for an alcohol license.

Many projects require more than one permit. To determine which permits you need for your project, call Minneapolis 311 (if outside the Minneapolis city limits call (612) 673-3000).

Many projects require more than one permit. To determine which permits you need for your project, call Minneapolis 311 (if outside the Minneapolis city limits call (612) 673-3000).

Most contractors who provide residential or commercial building construction or improvement services are required to register with us through this Construction Contractor Registration Program if they do not hold a contractor’s license.