Definition

Utility connection is the process of setting up important services for a property.

For example:

• Electricity
• Gas
• Water
• Sewer
• Phone
• Internet

When you need a permit

You need a permit for any private utility work that takes place in public areas.

You may need a permit if: 

• You're making changes to your utility lines
• Your utility lines overlap public property or right of way

Minneapolis Utility Connections permits all private utility work in the public right of way.

See permit types and how to apply

Plumbing, sewer and water permits

We grant these permits to contractors to install or make changes to:

• A private storm lateral
• Sanitary sewer 
• Water service line

Utility permits

This permit allows contractors to install utility services underground for the public.

We grant this permit to gas, electric, and communication companies.

Excavation permits

You need this permit to dig or do underground work in the public roadway.

Apply for a permit

You can apply for these permits using the utility connections permit application form.

Apply for a utility permit

Permit fee schedule

All sewer, water and repair permits will be:

• $160 up to 75 feet and $1.40 per foot thereafter. 

Contact Special Assessments with questions

Why you need a permit

The City helps locate and mark where underground utilities are.

This helps to prevent accidents, such as:

• Power outages
• Water outages

It also helps prevent dangerous situations like:

• Gas leaks
• Electric shocks

This process can often start with permits. 

Utility lines and color markings

Each type of line can have a different color.