Small Business Team
Community Planning & Economic Development
Launch your new business
Get ready to open your doors to the public.
Launching milestones
We explain the milestones in the business launch process.
Location
Identify available properties
Zoning
Find out if your location allows your business type
Different business types are only allowed in certain parts of the city. It is illegal to run a business in a building that is not permitted or zoned for that type of activity. Zoning is the first stop for anyone who wants to know if their proposed use of a building is allowed.
To check zoning requirements for your property and whether you need a zoning variance, contact the Development Services Customer Service Center.
Negotiation
See tips for drafting your lease
Registration
Register your business with the State
Insurance
Learn what you need to be covered
License
Apply for a business license
Permits
Learn about construction and site plans
Opening
Understand the final inspection process
Contact us
Phone
Address
Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Minneapolis Development Review
Community Planning & Economic Development
Address
Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 220
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Service Center hours
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.