Donation collection bin

You need a license for donation bins.

Definition

A donation collection bin is:

  • A receptacle designed to allow the general public to donate unwanted items
  • Often used to recycle donations
box labeled donations

Before you begin

See How to open a new business

Requirement

Bins must be at least 1,000 feet apart unless they are at a business.

Application

See Donation Collection Bin application

Fee

Find your license fee

Submit your application

Submit your application to Business Licenses & Consumer Services

If you have questions, contact:

More information

Complaints

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Disclaimer

The information on this page should serve only as guidelines. 

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Contact us

Business Licenses & Consumer Services

Community Planning & Economic Development

Phone

612-673-2080

Fax

612-673-3399

Address

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

 

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Monday – Friday