Licenses
Below is a list of the current licenses the City of Fridley requires. Select each tab to learn more about that specific license and contact information.
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How to Apply & General Information for All Licenses
All license applications shall be submitted online using the CitizenServe portal. Once the application has been submitted, you will be directed to the payment page.
Each license is subject for review before it may be issued. Payments must be made before the review process may begin.
Animal Licenses
Dangerous Dog License
Section 101.11 Potentially Dangerous Dogs and Dangerous Dogs
Application Requirements
- Dog Owner Information: Full Name, DOB, Residence Address, Telephone Number, Email Address,
- Name of Dog, Color/Markings, Breed, Sex
- Rabies Vaccination Expiration Date
- Tag Number
- Microchip (Manufacturer Name and Number)
- Background Consent Form (View form online)
- Picture of Driver License (Front and Back)
- Site Plan: showing housing, structures, fencing and exercise area for dog(s)
- Surety Bond or Certificate of Liability Insurance in the amount of $300,000
- Copy of spay/neuter certificate
- Photos of dog: one front facing and one side facing
Fee
- $500 - Dangerous Dog
- $500 - Potentially Dangerous Dog
- $25 Impound Fee
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Patrick Faber, Lieutenant - Police
- Call 763-502-1912
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Keeping of Bees License
General Bee Keeping Information
- Maximum of 2 colonies per license
- Colony area must be located in backyard a minimum of thirty (30) feet from all adjacent property lines
- Colony shall comply with current zoning and building codes
- Each colony structure shall have at least two standard nine and five-eights (9 5/8) inch depth boxes, ten frame hive body with a maximum of five (5) boxes total, including supers
- Each colony shall be provided with a convenient source of water located within ten (10) feet from colony
- Honey may not be sold from any residential property
Application Requirements
- Description of colony maintenance procedures and equipment so as not to create a nuisance or aggressive behavior
- Site Plan
- Proof of Educational Program/Course
- Landlord's permission (if applicable)
Fee
- $100 Fee for new license
- $25 Renewal fee
- A new license application is required to be filled out each year along with the renewal fee.
If any beekeeper no longer wants to renew a license, the bees and structures are required to be removed from the premises within six months of the effective date.
Education Programs
- Camp Beez Kneez class at Springbrook Nature Center - In Person
- University of Minnesota Beekeeping- Online Course
- Beekeeping 101 from PennState Extension- Online Course
- Beekeeping Classes from Udemy (can choose any class) - Online Course
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
This license is subject to an inspection prior to issuance. Depending on the scheduling of this inspection, this may prolong the approval process. The Neighborhood Prevention Specialist, Dan Cahill, will contact you to schedule the required inspection during the approval process.
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Keeping of Chickens License
General Chicken Keeping Information
- Residents on properties zoned R-1, Single Family Residential may be permitted to keep and raise chickens as a hobby with a license
- Maximum of six (6) chickens are allowed
- Roosters and loud clucking hens are prohibited
- Chickens shall be secured inside of a shelter from sunset to sunrise each day to prevent nuisance noise and attraction of predators
Coop and Run
- Coop and run area must be located in the backyard and must be located a minimum of thirty (30) feet from all adjacent property lines
- Coop and covered run shall be limited to no more than sixty (60) square feet and maximum height of six (6) feet
- Coop size shall not be less than three (3) square feet per bird, be weather proof and fully enclosed
- The coop shall comply with current zoning and building codes. The coop shall be constructed architecturally appropriate building materials including exterior grade siding and either a metal, composite or shingled roof. In the alternative, coop may be purchased from a commercial source that constructs structures specifically to be used as coops for chickens
- The run shall have a fence around the enclosure and shall be securely constructed with mesh type material
- The run shall have protective overhead netting or fencing to prevent chickens from roaming freely and to protect them from other animals
Application Requirements
- Type of Breed (Species)
- Number to be kept
- Description of sanitation control
- Site plan
- Proof of Educational Program/Course
- Landlord's permission
Fee
- $100 Fee for new license
- $25 Renewal fee
- A new license application is required to be filled out each year along with the renewal fee.
If the keeping of chickens has been discontinued for more than 12 months, the licensee must remove the coop and run and restore the site within five (5) business days.
Educational Program/Courses
- Egg Plaint Supply - St Paul- Online & In Person
- University of Arkansas - Introduction to Backyard Poultry- Online (free)
- Raising Backyard Chickens with Udemy- Online
- Raising Polutry in your Backyard with PennState Extension- Online
- Chicken Run Rescue called Basic Chicken Care, Part 1 and 2- Online (free)
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
This license is subject to an inspection prior to issuance. Depending on the scheduling of this inspection, this may prolong the approval process. The Neighborhood Prevention Specialist, Dan Cahill, will contact you to schedule the required inspection during the approval process.
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Lifetime Dog License
Application Requirements
- Pet's Name
- Sex
- Birth year
- Breed
- Color/Markings
- Microchip (Number and Manufacturer Name) (if applicable)
- Photo of dog (front facing)
- Current Rabies Vaccination Certificate (must show date given and expiration date/date due)
Note: if you are moving into Fridley and would like your dog tag mailed to a different address, please provide your current address within your contact information. The license application must be applied under the new (Fridley) address you are moving to.
Fees
- $25 License Fee
- $5 Duplicate Tag Fee (still requires a new application to be filled out)
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 2 weeks (10 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate and the metal dog license tag in the mail.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Livestock License
General Information
Any person keeping, raising, feeding or caring for horses, cattle, goats, sheep or swine shall provide no less than one (1) acre of open, unused land for each animal.
Application Requirements
- Type of livestock (Species)
- Number to be kept
- Description of housing facility (per Section 101.03.5 Housing)
- Description of sanitation control
- Site plan (must include property line setbacks, lot dimensions and livestock area)
Fee
- $100
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
This license is subject to an inspection prior to issuance. Depending on the scheduling of this inspection, this may prolong the approval process. The Neighborhood Prevention Specialist, Dan Cahill, will contact you to schedule the required inspection during the approval process.
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Multiple Pet License
General License Information
A Lifetime dog license is required for all dogs over the age of 6 months. Please apply for each lifetime dog license prior to applying for the multiple pet license, if you haven't done so already. You will be required to provide the tag number for each dog.
Application Requirements
- Breeds
- Describe method that will be used in keeping premises in sanitary condition.
- Describe method to be used in keeping dogs and/or cats quiet.
- Description of how animal feed will be stored and in what type of containers to prevent public nuisance.
- Photo of each pet
- Site plan of yard showing the house, structure, fencing and exercise area for dogs
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
This license is subject to an inspection prior to issuance. Depending on the scheduling of this inspection, this may prolong the approval process. The Neighborhood Prevention Specialist, Dan Cahill, will contact you to schedule the required inspection during the approval process.
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Other Licenses
49ers Day Street Vending
Application Requirements
Fee
- $50
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Mike Maher, Director of Community Services
- Call 763-572-3575
- Email Mike.Maher@FridleyMN.gov
Auction License
Application Requirements
- Auction Name
- Business Phone Number & Email Address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Business Type
- Number of articles to be sold
- Will motor vehicles be sold
- If yes, you will need to provide the size and floor area of proposed sale
- Owners Name, Address, Phone number (where sale is being conducted)
- Owners Name, Address, Phone number (of articles to be sold)
- Start date & End date of sale
- Start time & End time of sale
- Auctioneer (Name and contact information)
- License Number of Auctioneer
- SP:C1 form (View online)
- Plan For street parking patrons
- Background Consent form (View online)
Fee
- $30 weekly
- $150 year
Contact
Steve Monsrud, Deputy Director - Police
- Call 763-572-3632
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Carnival License
Application Requirements
Fees
- $75 application fee
- $75 each day
- $3,000 cash deposit or bond
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Miscellaneous Forms
Contact
Mike Maher, Director of Community Services
- Call 763-572-3575
- Email Mike.Maher@FridleyMN.gov
Christmas Tree Sales
Application Requirements
- Business Name & Address, Phone Number & Email
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Business Type
- Stat date & End date of Christmas Tree Sales
- SP:C1 Form (View online)
- Background Consent Form (View online)
Fees
- $200 license fee
- $100 Deposit (refundable upon final inspection required by Fire Department)
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
This license is subject to two (2) inspections by the Fire Marshall. The first inspection will be done during the approval process. The second inspection will be completed after event date and before January 5th of the year following, to ensure the site has been properly cleaned and cleared. Once the second inspection has passed the deposit of $100 shall be returned to the applicant (please allow up to 30 business days for the refund to be process).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Food Establishment License
Application Requirements
- Business Name & Address
- Local Business Address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- SP:C1 Form (View online)
- Background Consent Form (View online)
Fees
- $45
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Food Truck License
Beginning in August 2023, the City of Fridley (City) will issue Mobile Food Unit licenses to food trucks and ice cream trucks operating within the City. These licenses are required in addition to an Anoka County license.
View a List of Licensed Mobile Food Trucks
To find currently licensed mobile food trucks, visit the CitizenServe portal and select Mobile Food Unit from the dropdown to view the list. You will need to click the "submit" button to generate the list.
Please note: As of early August 2023, there are not yet any active Mobile Food Unit licenses in the City, so the report may not return a result.
Food Truck and Ice Cream Truck Licenses
Food Trucks can operate:
- At a private event occurring at a city or county park, with a valid park rental permit
- At a City event, with consent of the City
- At a school event, with consent of the school
- At a private event on private property
- Between the hours of 7 a.m. and 10 p.m.
Ice cream trucks can operate:
- Along public roads, on a route approved at least 10 days in advance of operations
- Between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.
- Ice cream trucks may not operate within one block of a School Zone
Instructions for Applying for a Licenses
All licenses are administered through our online portal. You can apply through our online portal. You can apply via the CitizenServe website.
All Mobile Food Unit licenses expire on April 30. Licenses issued mid-year are not pro-rated. You will receive a notification when it is time to renew your license.
Fees and Inspections
Food trucks:
- $50 license
- $100 fire inspection, if appliances will be used to heat food
Ice cream trucks:
- $75 license
- No inspection required
Approval
Licenses are issued administratively once all required documents have been submitted. Please allow two weeks for your license to be processed.
More information
For more information about licensing, contact Permit and License Coordinator, Megan Matzick at 763-572-3601 or email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov.
For more information about inspections, contact Fire Marshal James Lang at 763-572-3621 or email James.Lange@FridleyMN.gov.
Hemp THC Products Shop Licenses
Chapter 310 Hemp THC Products
Hemp THC Products Shop - Apply online
Fees
Annual License - $1,500
Investigation Fee, Individual - $200
Investigation Fee, Corporate/Partnership - $400
Approval Process
Once the application process has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
License Contact:
Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
763-572-3573
Hotel / Motel License
Application Requirements
- Number of units
- Business phone number & email address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- SP:C1 Form (View online)
- Background Consent Form (View online)
Fees
- $125 for first unit
- $5 each additional unit
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Junk Yard License
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Phone & Email Address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Business Type
- EPA Identification Number
- Expiration Date
- Anoka County Hazardous Waste Generator License Number
- Expiration Date
- Copy of License Certificate
- SP:C1 Form (View online)
- Background Consent Form (View online)
Fee
- $350 License Fee
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Liquor Licenses
Liquor Caterer Chapter 609 Liquor Caterers Registration and Event Notification
Liquor Manufacturer Chapter 610 Liquor Manufacturers
Annual Alcohol Consumption and Display Chapter 121 Liquor Consumption, Use or Display
Off-Sale Liquor
On-Sale Liquor
Fees
Liquor, Caterer
|
$100 $25 |
Liquor, Consumption and Display
|
$300 $25 |
Liquor, On-Sale Intoxicating Holiday Endorsement | $100 |
Liquor, Lawful Gambling Endorsement | $300 |
Liquor Manufacturers/Investigative Fee
|
$200 $400 $100 $25 $600
$300 |
Liquor, On-Sale Intoxicating
|
$6,000 $7,000 $8,000
$7,000 $8,000 $9,000 |
Liquor, On-Sale Intoxicating Initial Investigative Fee
|
$200 $400 |
Liquor, On-Sale Sunday | $200 |
Liquor, On-Sale Intoxicating Temporary one day only | $25 |
| $60 $325 $100 |
Liquor, 3.2% Malt Liquor, Initial Investigative Fee
|
$90 $180 |
Liquor, 3.2% Malt Liquor Temporary | $60 |
Liquor, Wine | $1,000 |
Liquor, Wine Investigative Initial Fee
|
$200 $400 |
Liquor, Bottle Club
|
$300 $25 |
Liquor, On-Sale Intoxicating Club
|
$300 $500 $650 $800 $1000 $2,000 $3,000 |
Liquor, On-Sale Club Holiday Endorsement | $100 |
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
- Call 763-572-3573
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Managerial License
Chapter 603 Section 603.20 Managerial License
Required for Liquor Dispensing (On-Sale) and Pawn Shop
Fee
$10 license fee
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
- Call 763-572-3673
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Massage Therapy Licenses
Chapter 125 Massage Therapy Businesses and Massage Therapists
Business - Apply online
Individual - Apply online
Fees
- Business - $400 annually
- Investigation - $400 (new) $200 (renewal)
- Fee/Corporation/Partnership - $200 (new) $100 (Renewal)
- Business Investigation Fee/Individual/Sole Prop. - $50 annually
- Massage Therapist License Fee - $25 annually
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
- Call 763-572-3637
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Motor Vehicle Body Repair License
Chapter 18 Motor Vehicle Body Repair Businesses
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Address, Phone number & Email address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Business Type
- EPA Identification Number (View online)
- Anoka County Hazardous Waste Generator License Number (View online)
- Expiration date
- SP:C1 form (View online)
- Background Consent form (View online)
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
Fees
- Each location - $150
- Investigation Fee - $50
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Music/Dance Festival License
Application Requirements
Music and Dance Festival Requirements
Fees
- Music Festival Fee - $700/day
- Filing Fee - $100
- Public Dance Fee - $75
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Mike Maher, Director of Community Services
- Call 763-572-3575
- Email Mike.Maher@FridleyMN.gov
Parade License
Guidelines
- Once parade route has been approved, please provide detailed traffic control plan with application showing the location and type of traffic control signs.
- Authorized traffic control agents or police personnel must be provided at all intersections requiring traffic control.
- Barricades, signs and delineation equipment must be installed and removed as directed by either the Public Works or Police Department. The City does not rent equipment. There are a number of local private firms which do rent the equipment.
- Volunteers must be provided to monitor barricades at all intersections not requiring traffic control personnel.
- Residents and property owners abutting the event route must be notified by leaflet at least 48 hours before the event
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Address, Phone number and Email Address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Title of event
- Start and End dates
- Start and End times
- Event set up and take down dates
- Road Closure start and end dates
- Road Closure start and end times
- Trash receptacles (must be shown on route map)
- Number of Non-ADA qualified port-a-pottys
- Number of ADA qualified port-a-pottys
- Will barricades be needed? (Barricades are the responsibility of the applicant)
- If yes, list location of barricades
- Copy of route map (requirements below)
- Route to be traveled, the starting point and the end point
- Location by streets of assembly areas for parade and line up
- Portable toilet/restrooms and waste receptacles are required and must be provided by applicant
- Location of portable toilet/restrooms
- Location of trash receptacles
- Copy of rental receipt
- Background Consent form (View online)
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Mike Maher, Director of Community Services
- Call 763-572-3575
- Email Mike.Maher@FridleyMN.gov
Pawn Shop License
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Address, Phone Number and Email Address
- Any real estate taxes, personal property taxes, special assessments, or other financial claims of the City of Fridley delinquent or unpaid for the premises to be licensed? (Check online)
- If yes, details must be provided
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Exact legal description of the premises to be licensed
- Site plan (must show plot plan of area showing dimensions, locations of buildings, street access and parking facilities)
- SP:C1 form (View online)
- Bond (View requirements online)
- List of individuals owning in excess of five percent or greater or list of Board of Directors
Fees
- Annual License Fee - $3,000
- Monthly Transaction Fee - $3.00 per transaction
- Reporting Failure Penalty - $4.00 per transaction
- Investigation Fee - $400
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
- Call 763-572-3573
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Solicitor License
To view the list of licensed solicitors - View online
Solicitor License - Business - Apply online
Solicitor License - Individual - Apply online
Application Requirements
Fee
- $60 per peddler
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
- Call 763-572-3573
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Solid Waste Hauler License
Section 113.15 Recycling, Yard Waste and Organics Collectors', and Solid Waste Haulers' Regulations
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Address, Phone number & Email address
- Approximate number of customers
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Business Type
- How many final disposal facilities will be used?
- Must include name of facility, location of facility, owner of facility and owners address
- Contact for providing tonnage to the City of Fridley
- How many vehicles used for refuse/recycling collection and hauling?
- Required to provide the following for eachvehicle:
- Type and make of vehicle
- Vehicle Number
- Vehicle License Number
- Fuel Type
- Required to provide the following for eachvehicle:
- Does your route conform to the city's collection schedule for solid waste and/or recycling? (schedule found here)
- If no, an explanation will be required.
- SP:C1 form (View online)
- Description of services offered and a copy of fee schedule with base rate used for licensed year
- Background Consent form (View online)
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- City of Fridley listed as Certificate Holder
- City of Fridley, 7071 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432
- $1,000,000 per occurrence (minimum)
- Automobile Liability Coverage for each vehicle
- $1,000,000 or more per accident (minimum)
- City of Fridley listed as Certificate Holder
Fees
- $100 for 1st Vehicle
- $40 for each additional vehicle
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Temporary Food License
Application Requirements
Temporary Food License Requirements
Fee
- $30 Application Fee
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Miscellaneous Documents
Temporary Outdoor Display
Chapter 205 Zoning Section 205.13.01 Uses Permitted
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Address, Phone Number and Email address
- Start and End date
- Have you conducted an outdoor sale previously this year?
- if yes, provide start date of previous outdoor sale
- Will there be a tent?
- If yes, upload document showing the fire rating of the tent and all the exists
- Are you part of a shopping center/multi-tenant development?
- If yes, a maximum of six events are permitted per year for multi-tenant centers
- List of types of items to be sold or given away
- Will there be a sign for this event?
- If yes, a temporary sign permit is required
- Site plan (showing the size and location of display on the property. The plan must also show how pedestrian and vehicular traffic will be managed. The display must not be located in any landscaped area or in the boulevard.
Fee
- $75
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Nancy Abts, Associate City Planner
- Call 763-572-3593
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Tobacco/Gas Licenses
Tobacco Products Shop - Apply online
Tobacco License - Apply here
Gasoline License - Apply here
Fees
Gas
- $60 - Retail Gas Sales
- $30 - Private Gasoline Pump (per location)
Tobacco
- $125 - Tobacco Products
- $400 License Fee (Tobacco Product Shop)
- $100 License Investigation Fee (Tobacco Product Shop)
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Beth Kondrick, Deputy City Clerk
- Call 763-572-3573
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Tree Trimming License
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Address, Phone number and Email address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Number of employees
- Number of vehicles used for tree service
- Make, Model, Year and License number is required for each vehicle
- Applicant registered with Minnesota Department of Agriculture Tree Registry?
- If no, explain why.
- Contact information of where logs and brush from the city's trees you have worked have been disposed of
- ISA certified arborist on staff?
- If no, explain why.
- Certified tree inspector on staff?
- if no, explain why.
- Chemical pesticide licensed staff member?
- If no, explain why.
- If yes to any of the questions above, a copy of each license/certificate will be required
- Copy of current General Liability Insurance
- SP:C1 form (View online)
- Background Consent form (View online)
Fee
- $150
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Annie Olson, Administrative Assistant - Engineering
- Call 763-572-3554
- Email FridleyEngineering@FridleyMN.gov
Used Car Dealer License
Chapter 19 Used Motor Vehicles
Application Requirements
- Business Name, Address, Phone Number and Email Address
- Federal Tax ID Number
- State Tax ID Number
- Number of cars to be accommodated
- State Dealer License Number
- State Dealer License Type
- Copy of State Dealer License
- Site Plan
- SP:C1 form (View online)
- Background Consent form (View online)
Fee
- $150
Approval Process
Once the application has been submitted with all of the required documents and payment has been made, the approval process may begin. It may take up to 3 weeks (15 business days).
Once the license has been approved, you will receive the license certificate via email.
Contact
Megan Matzick, License & Permit Coordinator
- Call 763-572-3601
- Email BusinessLicensing@FridleyMN.gov
Rental Licenses
The Rental Housing Division mandates existence of rental property licensing and maintenance program, which corrects substandard conditions, and maintains a standard for rental property.
City Contractor Licenses
Apply online to be a licensed contractor with the City of Fridley for business such as blacktopping, HVAC, roofing, electrical, moving, plumbing, etc.
Registered Liquor Caterers
The City of Fridley requires caterers who provide food and alcohol to events in the city to register with the City of Fridley and provide event notification information for each event it conducts.
Licensed Businesses & Solicitors
The City of Fridley requires certain businesses to be licensed with the City in order to do business. These businesses undergo police background checks for your safety.