City of Minneapolis
Licenses and Consumer Services
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 220
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Telephone: 612-673-2080
For Office Use Only
Expiration: Nov 1
AP: BLB&L/BLRental
MCO: 351
Adm Issuance: Yes
License Application: Short-Term Rental Hosting Platforms
Definition: A hosting platform provides booking and transaction services through an online website. This allows an
owner of a short-term rental property to advertise to potential guests.
A short-term rental property offers overnight accommodations for a fee, in a private residence or a portion of the
residence, for 30 days or less.
Note: We are upgrading our website. Any item in blue italics can be found on the Minneapolis Business Licenses
website. We are sorry for this temporary inconvenience. Underlined words in dark blue are active hyperlinks.
If you have questions, send an email to businesslicenses@minneapolismn.gov or call 612-673-2080.
2. Background Information
Applicant Name (Last, First, MI)
Title
Legal Corporate Name
Trade Name (DBA)
Business Address
Business Telephone Number
Minnesota Sales Tax ID Number
Type of Ownership: Corporation LLC Sole Proprietor
Partnership Non Profit
State of Incorporation
Date of Incorporation
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Application Requirements
1. Complete the application and include all the requirements listed below. Incomplete applications may be
returned.
2. There is a fee, plus a new license processing charge, for this application. You can pay by
Cash: Drop off your application at our office.
Check: Mail or drop off your application at our office.
Credit Card: Mail, drop off or email your application to businesslicenses@minneapolismn.gov. Do not
add your credit card information on this application. We will call you to securely charge your credit card.
3. Personal Information Form (Form #1) - Additional copies are on our website.
This is required for each of the following with a copy of a government issued photo ID attached:
applicant
authorized agent/contact person
the owners, partners, officers, and shareholders who own 25% or more corporate stock; or
the three members who own the highest percentage of interest in the company.
4. Company Structure Attach the following:
a list of all online Short-Term Rental Platform Trades Names and
Company Relationship Structure which includes online rental identification domains for
each trade name listed above. These records must be updated with the City of Minneapolis when a change is
made in your operational structure. Failure to comply indicates your business is operating without a license.
5. Company Status
Attach a Certificate of Good Standing from the State of Minnesota Secretary of State Office.
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Authorized Agent/Contact Person Name (Last, First, MI)
Title
Email Address
Telephone
The average daily number of dwelling units/rentals listed on your Short-Term Rental Hosting Platform: ______
3. Verification
The City of Minneapolis uses the information on this application to determine qualifications for a license. You are
not legally required to provide this information. If you refuse, we cannot approve your application. After we
approve your license, all information is public (MN Statutes, Chapter 13).
A signature is required.
I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions for electronic signatures, records and payment.
I, (print name) __________________________________________________, certify or declare under penalty of
perjury under the laws of the State of Minnesota that the information on this application, checklist, and attached
documents is true and correct. All information is subject to verification by the State of Minnesota. I understand
that false information may result in the denial, suspension or revocation of my business license.
By typing your name, you are electronically signing this application.
Signature of Applicant _____________________________ Title ________________________ Date ________
4. Additional Information
1. No license will be issued for longer than one year.
2. You cannot transfer your license to any other person or location.
3. For reasonable accommodations or alternative formats, please call us at 612-673-2080 or send an email to
businesslicenses@minneapolismn.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can use a relay service by
calling 311 at 612-673-3000.
4. Information in other languages: Para asistencia 612-673-2700. Rau kev pab 612-673-2800. Hadii aad
Caawimaad u baahantahay 612-673-3500.
Personal Information Form Short-Term Rental Hosting Platforms
This form must be completed by each of the following with a copy of driver’s license or government issued
photo ID attached.
Applicant
Authorized Agent/Contact Person
Owners, Partners, Directors, Officers, and Shareholders who own 25% or more of corporate stock; or
the three members who own the highest percentage of interest in the company
I. Background Information
Legal Corporate Name of Business
Trade Name of Business (DBA)
Business Address
City
State
Zip Code
Your Name (First, Middle, Last)
Your Business Phone Number
Your Cell Phone Number
Residential Street Address
City
State
Zip Code
Social Security Number (SSN) or
Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)
Title
Date of Birth
Business Email Address
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First, middle, or last names you have ever used or been known by:
II. License History
Have you held a City of Minneapolis Business License? Yes No If yes,
Type of License From To
Have you ever had a business license denied or revoked by Minneapolis or any other government entity?
Yes No If yes, explain.
Have you ever been convicted of any ordinance violation, petty misdemeanor, misdemeanor, gross
misdemeanor, or felony? This includes both civil and criminal offenses. This includes state, local, and federal
offenses. Do not include parking violations. Yes No If yes,
Offense Fine/Penalty City State Date
III. Data Privacy Advisory
The Minnesota Data Practices Act requires us to tell you the following information. As an applicant for a
Minneapolis business license, we ask for private and/or confidential information. We use this to check driving
history, criminal history, arrest records, warrant information, and other relevant records. You are not legally
required to provide this information. If you do not, we cannot complete our investigation or approve your
application. The information you provide is public and will be used by the Minneapolis Police Department,
License Inspection Unit, the Minneapolis Division of Licenses and Consumer Services, the Minneapolis City
Council, and the public. This Authorization for Release of Information will expire two years from the date you
signed it.
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IV. Verification
The City of Minneapolis uses the information on this application to determine qualifications for a license. You
are not legally required to provide this information. If you refuse, we cannot approve your application. After
we approve your license, all information is public (MN Statutes, Chapter 13).
A signature is required.
I have read and understand the above Data Privacy Advisory.
I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions for electronic signatures, records and payment.
I, (print name) __________________________________________________, certify or declare under penalty
of perjury under the laws of the State of Minnesota that the information on this application, checklist, and
attached documents is true and correct. All information is subject to verification by the State of Minnesota. I
understand that false information may result in the denial, suspension or revocation of my business license.
By typing your name, you are electronically signing this application.
Signature of Applicant _____________________________ Title ________________________ Date ________