Permits for boulevard gardens

We explain how to apply for a permit for your boulevard garden.

When to apply for a permit

You will need a permit if you want to include certain items in your boulevard garden.

A permit is required for:

Permits provide an opportunity for communication. They document and explain responsibilities associated with having special items in the boulevard.

There are rules about what you can and can't plant or put in a boulevard garden. Learn about the rules for creating a boulevard garden.

Anything that is fixed in place on the boulevard requires a permit.

Complete the special boulevard cover permit application.

The permit is a one-time fee.

Include all the items you’re planning in your permit application.

If we find that you need any other permits, we’ll contact you to let you know.

The City's boulevard gardening ordinance does not apply to parkways and park roads.

If your garden is located on a parkway or park road managed by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, you must contact them for a separate permit.

Phone

612-673-2403

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 410A
Minneapolis, MN 55415