Business licenses

We can help you complete licensing requirements for your Minneapolis business.

Upcoming public hearings

You can find information on upcoming public hearings and applications submitted to the City Council for approval.
See notices of public hearing

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General information

We share checklists, definitions and resources for your license application.

Alcohol and tobacco

We provide applications, forms and resources for alcohol and tobacco businesses.

Vehicles

We approve licenses for cars, trucks, taxis, drivers and related services.

Contractor licenses

You can apply for many types of contractor licenses with the City.

Food and restaurants

You can apply for a license for many types of food-related businesses, restaurants and ...

Rental licensing

Every rental property in Minneapolis must have a license.

Lodging

You can apply for various new lodging licenses.

Sales, retail and entertainment

You can find sales, retail and entertainment business licenses.

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Public emergencies

Business signs

Bring Your Own Bag ordinance

As of 2020, Minneapolis has new rules for carryout bags.
Read the rules

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