How much permits cost to open in Minneapolis

In Minneapolis, the filings with a fixed government fee add up to about $0. 7 more are set by the space or the business, and 6 are free. Build-out, insurance and adviser costs are on top.

Updated October 17, 202613 filingsSources: the agencies' own sites

Application for Employer Identification Number (EIN)

Internal Revenue ServiceUS federal

Owners with an SSN or ITIN apply online. A company whose responsible party has neither (most China-based owners) faxes or mails Form SS-4, or calls the IRS international line.

Fee
Free
Filed
Paper form, faxed or mailed
Takes
Fax: about 4 business days. Mail: about 4 to 5 weeks. Phone: issued on the call.

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Minnesota tax ID and sales tax registration

Minnesota Department of RevenueMN

Before any taxable sale, get a Minnesota Tax ID and a sales and use tax account in e-Services, or by phone at 651-282-5225.

Fee
Varies
Filed
Filed online

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Create/Update Importer Identity Form

U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionUS federal

Sent to CBP (usually through your customs broker), or created in the ACE portal. Needed before your first entry as importer of record.

Fee
Free
Filed
Paper form, mailed
Takes
Up to 5 business days.

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Customs Bond

U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionUS federal

Bought from a CBP-approved surety, usually through your customs broker, who files it electronically. A continuous bond covers a year of entries.

Fee
Varies
Filed
Filed on the agency's portal
Takes
At least 5 business days for review.
Renews
Continuous bonds renew yearly.

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Minnesota certified food protection manager

Minnesota Department of HealthMN

Food establishments, unless exempt, employ a Minnesota CFPM and display the certificate. Pass an approved course and exam, then apply online within six months of the exam. A newly opening place may start with someone who passed within the last six months, who then has 60 days to get certified.

Fee
Varies
Filed
Filed online
Renews
Every 3 years, with 4 hours of approved continuing education.

File on the agency's site How to fill it
ACE Secure Data Portal account for importers

U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionUS federal

Applied for online in ACE. Lets you see your entries, duties and bond.

Fee
Free
Filed
Filed online

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Cosmetic product facility registration (MoCRA)

U.S. Food and Drug AdministrationUS federal

Filed online in Cosmetics Direct by the facility that makes or processes the cosmetics.

Fee
Free
Filed
Filed online
Renews
Every two years.

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Cosmetic product listing (MoCRA)

U.S. Food and Drug AdministrationUS federal

Filed online in Cosmetics Direct by the brand (the responsible person on the label), one listing per product.

Fee
Free
Filed
Filed online
Renews
Update every year.

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Product safety certificate, filed electronically at entry

U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionUS federal

The importer issues the certificate itself (there is no government form) and, under the eFiling rule, files the certificate data with CBP at entry.

Fee
Free
Filed
Filed online

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Hazardous materials registration

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (DOT)US federal

Filed online when you ship or offer certain hazardous materials in bulk, such as large lithium battery shipments.

Fee
Varies
Filed
Filed online
Renews
Every year by June 30.

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Unemployment insurance employer registration

Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Program (DEED)MN

Every employer paying covered wages in Minnesota registers in Employer Self-Service, online or by phone, as soon as possible after the first wages and before the first quarterly wage detail report is due.

Fee
Varies
Filed
Filed online

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Food plan review

City of Minneapolis, Development ReviewMinneapolis

The city approves the plans before any work on a new food business, a remodel or expansion, equipment that needs gas, mechanical or plumbing permits, or ventless cooking. Email the application to Development@minneapolismn.gov, upload the documents through the ProjectDox link you get back, and a plan reviewer visits the site.

Fee
Varies
Filed
Paper form, mailed

File on the agency's site How to fill it
Minneapolis restaurant license

City of Minneapolis, Business Licenses, with Environmental HealthMinneapolis

Needed for food or drinks made for dining in, carryout or delivery: a restaurant license with 13 or more seats, a food manufacturer license with 12 or fewer (one application covers both). Apply at least four weeks before opening, after the plans are approved.

Fee
Varies
Filed
Filed online
Takes
Apply at least four weeks before opening.

File on the agency's site How to fill it

Guides for each business in Minneapolis

Agency requirements change. Check each agency's page before you file.

Get the plan for your business in Minneapolis

This guide covers the city. Your exact address decides the county, the health district and the zoning. Placetta maps every filing for it, fills the official forms from your details, adds the deadlines and puts them up for your approval.

The full list for your address, in filing order
The official forms, filled line by line
Renewal and inspection reminders