Express limited permits for contractors

You may be able to apply for a home improvement permit with this tool. You must be a pre-approved, licensed contractor.

Overview

You may be able to use the express permit application tool to apply for a construction permit. All of the following statements must be true.

  • You are a pre-approved licensed contractor for the City of Minneapolis.
  • The permit is for work on an existing one-or two-family home.
  • You contacted us to confirm:
    • The work does not require review for zoning, preservation and building code compliance. 
    • You can use this tool to get the type of permit you need.

Register to use the express permits application tool

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Get the express permits tool user guide

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Calculate permit fees

You can see current fee schedules, learn how construction permit fees are calculated and paid and more.

Contact us

Minneapolis Development Review

Community Planning & Economic Development

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Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 220
Minneapolis, MN 55415

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Friday
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