Rental licensing

Every rental property in Minneapolis must have a license.

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Fees

We list fee tables and descriptions of fees for rental licensing.

License reinstatement

We explain how to get a rental license for a property that's had a license revoked.

Rental property owner workshops

Owners who take a workshop on rental property management may qualify for reduced fees.

Rules and regulations

Find out about rules and regulations you need to know for rental licensing.

Short-term rentals

Short-term rental units have different requirements and their own application type.

Tenant notification requirements

We explain the requirements for notifying tenants and share printable notices.

Tiering

Find a property's rental licensing tier and learn how tiering works.

Intentional communities

The City can approve intentional communities to exceed the occupancy limit for dwellings.

Apply for, update or close a rental license

Learn how to apply for a rental license or update or close a license.
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Forms and handouts

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Inspections Services

Phone

612-673-3000

Fax

612-673-3699

Address

Public Service Building
505 S. Fourth Ave., Room 510B
Minneapolis, MN 55415