Rental license application

We explain how to apply for a Minneapolis rental license.

What to know

You can submit an application for a Minneapolis rental license online, in person or by mail.

  • You should only submit your application once.
  • If you submit it online, do not mail a paper copy.

Get details for each way to apply

Timeframe

  • Processing can take three to four weeks.
  • We will let you know if we need more information.
  • We will mail the completed certificate to you.

Update or close a rental license

A different form is used to update or close a rental license.

Complete a change contact information form

Ways to apply

Apply online

You can apply online if:

  • Your application does not need notarization for a local contact person or management company
  • You plan to pay by credit card

Apply online

Apply in person or by mail

You must apply in person if:

  • Your application needs notarization for a local contact person or management company
  • You plan to by check or cash

Download the print application

Submit the print application

Request accessible format

If you need help with this information, please email 311, or call 311 or 612-673-3000.

Please tell us what format you need. It will help us if you say what assistive technology you use.

Online application

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Print application

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Rental license application

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Request accessible format

If you need help with this information, please email 311, or call 311 or 612-673-3000.

Please tell us what format you need. It will help us if you say what assistive technology you use.

Contact us

Inspections Services

Regulatory Services

Email

Email Fire Permits & Registration

Phone

612-673-3000

Address

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