Business forms

We share checklists, definitions and resources for business license applications.

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Background reports

Here's the contact information for background reports from every state and Puerto Rico.

Business plan

Prepare a business plan for your license application.

Data privacy advisory

We explain how the City uses data you provide about yourself.

Electronic signature disclosure

From time to time, the City is required by law to provide you with certain written noti...

Sample notification letters

We show samples of the two types of letters a business would send to the City.

Safety plan

A safety plan protects your customers, employees and business.

Sound plan

Your sound plan should consider the impact of sound on the community near your business.

Source of funds

Funding for your business is an important part of your license application. The City of...

Surveillance cameras

We list rules for businesses that have a surveillance camera.

Insurance certificate

We explain the requirements for insurance certificates.

Related links

See Minneapolis neighborhood organizations

See Minneapolis neighborhood associations

See Minneapolis business associations

Download the Corporate Name Change application

View the Residential and employment history form

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Business Licenses & Consumer Services

Community Planning & Economic Development

Email Business Licenses

Phone

612-673-2080

Fax

612-673-3399

Address

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