Street use permit descriptions

We describe the two types of street permits for street events.

Lane Use Permit

We require an obstruction (lane use) permit when any portion of a city street, parking lane or sidewalk is obstructed for the purpose of construction, demolition, utility repair, etc.

Apply for a Lane Use Permit

Note: The City of Minneapolis requires 24 hour notice if parking meters need to be hooded, or 48 hours if streets must be posted for "No Parking."

Fees

  • We do not charge for the permit. The permit is required to park vehicles in the obstructed area.
  • Lane use fees may apply if a travel or parking lane is closed.
  • Meter hooding fees apply if parking meters need to be hooded for the project.

Race Permit

When any portion of an event occurs on a city street, we require a Race Permit. Event examples:

  • Bicycle races
  • Foot races
  • Race walking
  • Wheelchair racing
  • Rollerblading
  • Marathons
  • Jogging events

Applications are available online Race Application and must be submitted (with a legible route map) at least 60 days prior to event.

Fees

  • We charge $100 to apply, plus 50 cents per participant.
  • Additional costs may apply:
    • If traffic control or police are required to control traffic
    • To post temporary "No Parking" signs along the route, if required. Barricades, signs and other equipment must be installed and removed if directed by Public Works or Minneapolis Police. This equipment can be rented from several local private firms.

Other requirements

  • Waste and recycling: City ordinance requires race organizers to collect recyclables and submit a waste and recycling plan.
    Read Minneapolis Ordinance 447.91
  • Park property: If the event will occur exclusively on park property, contact the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board for permits and reservations. You will not need a permit from the City of Minneapolis.
    Contact the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board

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Contact us

Shane Morton

Public Works Traffic and Parking Services

Phone

612-673-5517

Dee Ann McQuerry

Public Works Traffic and Parking Services Division

Address

Hawthorne Transportation Center
33 Ninth St. N., Room 100
Minneapolis, MN 55403-1326