Permits & Licenses

Permits

We now have E-permits! 

Visit the Permit Application Portal to apply for a permit online. 

You can also obtain a permit by downloading and completing the application, and emailing it to Maria Jimenez. Some permits require you to submit additional documents or obtain additional permits, so read the application carefully.

Anyone applying for a commercial permit must submit both a hard copy and a digital copy. Digital copies can be emailed to Maria Jimenez in the City Inspections Department.

*Fee: $45, plus additional $30 if second inspection is required.
**Permit fees are calculated based off of project valuation.

Residential Building - Helpful Handouts 

Building Code

2020 Minnesota State Building Code

Commercial Building - Helpful Handouts

Licenses

If you have a question about whether you need a license or you need more information about licensing, contact City Hall.

  1. Contractors License Application (PDF)
  2. General License Application (PDF)
  3. Massage Therapy Establishment License (PDF)
  4. Massage Therapy License (PDF)
  5. Peddler, Solicitor or Transient Merchant (PDF)
  1. Rental License Application (PDF)
  2. Request for Liquor License (PDF)
  3. Sale of Fireworks License Application (PDF)
  4. Sidewalk Cafe (PDF)

Mobile Food Unit Event Registration

Any mobile food unit used by a Hopkins business or public property for a special event must be registered. The Hopkins business or special event applicant should complete this online registration form.