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Rental License Applications

A completed rental license application must be submitted, along with appropriate fees prior to the issuance of a rental license.

Below are application links for licensing your specific rental property in the City of Minneapolis. All rental properties, (including relative homestead properties) must be licensed.

1-4 Unit Buildings (single family home, duplex, triplex and four-plex). These properties are usually subject to the Conversion or Change of Ownership Inspection fees:

• Rental License Application 1-4 Units (PDF)

High Occupancy Buildings (5 apartment units or more):

• Rental License Application 5+ Units (PDF)

Condominium, Townhome and Cooperative Rental Units:

• Rental License Application Condo/Townhome/Cooperative (PDF)

Review the check list on the last page of the application prior to submitting your application.

Rental License General Rules

• The rental license year is from September 1st to August 31st.
• Licenses must be renewed each year.
• Rental licenses are not transferable.
• A 311 poster (PDF) must be posted in the rental property along with the rental license certificate.
• All licenses purchased prior to July 1st will expire August 31st of that same year.
• If a license is purchased between April 1st and June 30th, the rental fee is reduced by 50% and will expire on August 31st of that same year.
• Rental license annual renewal fees are mailed out late July and due by September 1st.
• The status of a rental license can be found on Property Information.
• The “Paid On” date in Property Information is the date a customer paid for the license.
• Refer to the Frequently Asked Questions for additional information.
• Learn more about Rental License Fees.

Minneapolis Rental Application Ordinances:

• City Ordinance: Housing Inspection Services Section 244.1910 (16) Licensing Standards (PDF)