Permit application

You can submit a permit application in two ways:

• Docusign, which is our preferred online method, with secure credit card submission
• PDF by email, mail or in person

See DocuSign Abrasive blasting permit application

See PDF Abrasive blasting permit application

Activity and analysis report

• You must analyze the blasting surface before starting the work using X-ray fluorescence. The X-ray will show if the work will disturb lead-based paint.
• Submit the report with your application for permit approval.

Visible emission of particulate matter

Visible emission beyond the vertically extended property line of the permitted property.

Visible matter on public or other private property

Deposition of visible amounts of particulate matter on:

• Public property
• Other private property

No permit

• Failure to get a permit from the Minneapolis Health Department for abrasive blasting
• Operating after denial or revocation of abrasive blasting permit

Lead testing

Here is the process for lead testing:

1. Do lead testing before you begin abrasive activities.
2. Submit documentation of lead test results with your permit application five days before the project begins.
3. City staff will review testing documentation as part of the permit application.

Water and debris

No water or debris can leave the property during abrasive blasting.