Fire protection permits
What to know
When to apply
You must get a permit before starting your work.
Review time
Please allow 20 business days for us to review your application.
What you can do without a permit
- Inspect systems
- Test systems
- Do preventative maintenance
Permit process
Make sure you have the right license
| Type of work | Required license |
|---|---|
| Fire alarm and communications systems | Electrician or low voltage contractor through the State of Minnesota |
| Systems designers for fire alarm and communications systems | NICET Level 3 Certified, or factory trained and certified in fire alarm system designs |
| Fire suppression system/sprinkler systems | Fire protection contractor through the State of Minnesota |
| Work on smoke control systems that involves sheet metal, refrigeration and heating | Licensed contractor through the City of Minneapolis |
Complete the application and related forms
We use one application form for all types of projects.
You may need to submit an information form specific to the type of project.
Submit the forms via email
Email us your application and information form
Hold off on submitting your project plans. If needed, we'll ask you to submit them later through ProjectDox.
Pay the fee
Pay the fee when you submit your application. The fee is based on:
- The contract cost, which equals the total price the property owner paid
- The plan review fee
- State surcharge
Ways to pay
- In person at the Minneapolis Service Center
- By mail
- Make checks payable to the Minneapolis Finance Department.
Upload your plans to ProjectDox if needed
We'll ask you to submit more information if you're:
- Doing a new installation
- Adding, moving, or changing the size of piping or other parts and devices
Plan requirements
Your project may have specific requirements. Regardless of the type of project, all designs must follow:
- State Fire Code
- NFPA standards
- Minneapolis Fire Inspections requirements
We review your application and plans
In most cases, you can expect to hear from us in 20 business days after we've received everything.
Schedule an inspection
Contact us
Inspections Services
Regulatory Services
Phone
Address
Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 510A
Minneapolis, MN 55415